Eye on Annapolis: Top 5 in the News | Sept. 8, 2026

Eye on Annapolis: Top 5 in the News | Sept. 8, 2026 |

September 8, 2026 by John Frenaye

Anne Arundel Police Sergeant Suspended Without Pay After Rape, Child Abuse Charges

An Anne Arundel County Police sergeant has been suspended without pay after being charged with second-degree rape, sexual abuse of a minor, second-degree child abuse, and related offenses. The 59-year-old Severna Park man had been suspended with pay since the department learned in July that Maryland State Police had opened a criminal investigation.

UPDATE: Anne Arundel County Police Sergeant Suspended Without Pay After Rape, Child Abuse Charges

Annapolis Yacht Club Eyes Purchase of Annapolis City Marina

Annapolis Yacht Club members will vote September 14 on a proposed purchase of the privately owned Annapolis City Marina in Eastport, including its marina, fuel dock and underground parking. The terms and proposed purchase price have not been disclosed, and it remains unclear how the property would operate if club members approve the acquisition.

Annapolis Yacht Club Seeks Member Approval to Purchase Annapolis City Marina

Luminis Health Systems Disrupted by Cybersecurity Incident

Luminis Health is investigating a cybersecurity incident that has left some computer systems unavailable and could affect appointments, scheduled services, and access to MyChart. Patient care continues, but the health system has not provided a timeline for full restoration or determined whether patient information was accessed.

Luminis Health Responding to Cybersecurity Incident as Some Systems Remain Offline

4. Navy Rolls Past Towson as Woodson Powers 42-15 Season-Opening Win

Navy opened the 2026 season with a 42-15 victory over Towson, rushing for 506 yards behind Braxton Woodson’s 200-yard, three-touchdown performance. Head Coach Brian Newberry praised the win but said the Midshipmen still have areas to clean up, particularly in pass defense, while a field-level photo gallery captures the action from Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Navy Rolls Past Towson, but Newberry Says Midshipmen Have Work to Do (PHOTOS)

5. Former Prince George’s Deputy Charged in Annapolis Explosives Investigation

A 51-year-old Brandywine man and former Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office K-9 handler has been charged in the Annapolis explosives investigation that began after dozens of suspected destructive devices were recovered from a Blackwalnut Lane home. Authorities allege he supplied explosive materials and technical guidance connected to the construction of destructive devices.