- Mass Casualty Incident Sickens at Least 18 at Laurel Youth Academy
At least 18 people became ill at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy in Laurel, prompting officials to declare a mass casualty incident. Three high-priority patients were hospitalized as emergency crews investigated a possible hazardous materials exposure.
- Storm Brothers Flooding Complaint Draws Annapolis City Dock Response
The City of Annapolis issued a detailed City Dock flooding update one day after Storm Brothers Ice Cream Factory blamed construction-related drain controls for flooding outside its business. City officials disputed that claim, saying intense rainfall overwhelmed the existing pumping system.
- Annapolis Raises Downtown Parking Rates Effective Immediately
The Annapolis City Council approved immediate parking-rate increases for downtown meters, surface lots and the Mills Hillman Garage. Seasonal street parking will rise to $4 per hour from April through October, while several garage rates also increased.
4. Cyclists Rob Man at Knifepoint on West Street in Annapolis
Anne Arundel County Police are investigating an armed robbery on West Street after two men riding bicycles allegedly approached a pedestrian, threatened him with a folding knife, and stole money and personal property before fleeing.
5. DICK’S House of Sport Opens in Annapolis With Ravens Stars
DICK’S House of Sport will celebrate its Annapolis Mall grand opening from August 14 through August 16 with giveaways, discounts and appearances by Baltimore Ravens legends Ed Reed and Derrick Henry.
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