Fire & Rescue

Waldorf VFD Puts Out Kitchen Fire

Volunteers from the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of people trapped in a house fire in the 3500 block of Norwood Ct. in Waldorf..

Community

Blue Crabs To Host Toys For Tots

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ announced that for the second straight year, Regency Furniture Stadium will serve as the Charles County Distribution Center for Toys For Tots..

Accidents & Traffic

Garbage Truck Hits Utility Pole in Hughesville

Crews arrived to find a dump truck into a utility pole..

Crime

Unsolved: Police Searching for Clues in 1980 Murder of Deborah Brooks

Unsolved: Police Searching for Clues in 1980 Murder of Deborah Brooks.

Government & Politics

Rent Relief Funds Available for Charles County Residents

Families facing financial difficulties related to employment loss or a significant reduction in work hours may be eligible to apply for assistance with paying rent and utilities..

Schools

CCPS fall sports conditioning, skill sessions suspended

CCPS staff will revisit allowing student athletes to participate in conditioning and skill/training sessions at a later time. High school athletic directors have notified their student athletes about the suspension..

Crime

UPDATE: Gray Sentenced To More Than Five Years In Federal Prison For Dealing Fentanyl, Heroin & Cocaine

Five people have been arrested and charged in connection with a drug ring that operated in Charles and Prince George's counties..

Government & Politics

Charles County Economic Development Hosts 2020 Annual Fall Meeting

"Building a New and Better Normal," on Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Health & Wellness, Community

How Bad Is COVID at SOMD Nursing Homes?

Just how bad is COVID in SOMD nursing homes? There's an online tool that gives you all the numbers..

Weather, Accidents & Traffic

ADVISORY: Charles County Road Closures Due to Flooding

ADVISORY: Charles County Road Closures Due to Flooding.

Health & Wellness

Commissioners Receive Update on COVID-19 Cases in Charles County

Department of Emergency Services Director Michelle Lilly provided an update on the latest statistics, which demonstrate a significant rise in COVID-19 cases in Charles County that exceed the state’s 7-day positivity rate..

Crime

Unsolved: Police Searching for Clues in 2008 Murder of Daniel Cordova

Help us bring justice to the victim and his family..

Crime

Crime Solvers Offering Reward in Paintball Assault Cases

One of the suspect vehicles involved in the most recent assaults was captured on a surveillance camera..

Schools

Parents Are Invited to Learn How Their Student Can Earn College Credits in High School Through Dual Enrollment at CSM

Dual Enrollment Parent Night Nov. 17, 18 or 19 to learn more about the opportunity that allows high school students to take classes at CSM.

Community

LifeStyles Selected as Regional Finalist for Chick Fil-A True Inspiration Award

Residents Can Vote on Chick Fil-A App to Help LifeStyles Win a $150,000 Grant.

Community

Blue Crabs Hosting Thanksgiving Food Drive with St. Charles High School

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ announced a Community Thanksgiving Food Drive in a joint effort with St. Charles High School..

Health & Wellness

SMECO Employees Raise $55,700 for Area Hospitals

Despite pandemic, annual fundraisers contribute support.

Fire & Rescue

Bel Alton Volunteer Fire Department Announces Passing of Charter Member Gary Gene Burton

Bel Alton Volunteer Fire Department Announces Passing of Charter Member Gary Gene Burton.