- Mail-In Ballots Flip District 5 as Anne Arundel District 7 Race Remains Too Close to Call
Updated Anne Arundel County election results show Democrat Natalie Ogilvie overtaking Republican incumbent Amanda Fiedler by 707 votes in County Council District 5. Meanwhile, Republican Dawn Pulliam leads Democrat Spencer Jones by just 14 votes in District 7, where provisional ballots and a possible recount could determine the outcome. All results remain unofficial pending certification.
- 12 Sentenced in Federal Drug Trafficking Operation on Annapolis’ Clay Street
Twelve people have received federal sentences ranging from four months to six and a half years for their roles in a drug trafficking operation centered on Clay Street in Annapolis. The investigation involved FBI wiretaps, surveillance, controlled drug purchases, and cooperation among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to dismantle the operation.
- Woman Critically Injured in Royal Street Shooting in Annapolis
An 18-year-old woman suffered a critical gunshot injury inside a home in the 900 block of Royal Street in Annapolis on November 2. Emergency crews transported her by helicopter to a trauma center. Police subsequently charged a 15-year-old boy with first-degree assault and related firearms offenses. The victim was reported in critical but stable condition as investigators continued their investigation.
4. Former Pasadena Buccaneers Treasurer Admits Stealing More Than $238,000
The former treasurer of the Pasadena Buccaneers Athletic Club pleaded guilty to stealing $238,452 from the youth sports organization between 2019 and 2024 and filing a false Maryland income tax return. The theft also resulted in more than $4,600 in unpaid state income taxes. The 46-year-old Pasadena woman is scheduled to be sentenced on December 17.
5. Navy Blows 28-Point Lead but Survives Temple in Wild 42-35 Victory
Navy football nearly squandered a 28-point lead before defeating Temple 42-35 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. Quarterback Jackson Gutierrez scored six touchdowns, including five rushing scores and the game-winner with 1:14 remaining. Temple rallied to tie the game in the fourth quarter, but Navy’s late touchdown and defensive stand secured the victory before 31,132 fans.
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