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Twin Brothers Of Chesapeake Beach Identified In Tragic Arlington Memorial Bridge Fatal Crash
Twin brothers Jerod and Jerel Wert, 52, of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, died after their truck plunged off the Arlington Memorial Bridge into the Potomac River on January 16, 2025, following a collision. One was pulled from the water and later died in the hospital; the other was recovered two days later. The crash remains under investigation.
A Memorial Mass will be held on January 29, 2025, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in North Beach, Maryland. Their tragic deaths have deeply impacted their community.
Meade High School Stabbing: Two Students Arrested, Victim In Critical Condition
On January 23, 2025, a 17-year-old student at Meade High School in Fort Meade, Maryland, was stabbed multiple times in a school bathroom. The victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The school was locked down, and police identified and apprehended two suspects, both students at the school, the following day.
JaQuan Ky’lee Guy, 18, and a 14-year-old male, both from Fort Meade, face charges including attempted first-degree murder and assault. The investigation is ongoing, and police encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Joint Republican Caucus Peels Back Layers Of Governor Moore’s Budget Proposal
Maryland lawmakers are criticizing Governor Wes Moore’s FY 2026 budget for raising taxes and fees, particularly for drivers. The budget includes higher registration fees, a new installment payment fee, and the removal of a vehicle trade-in tax allowance, adding $1,200 in taxes for average car buyers.
Critics also note that only 25% of transportation funds go to roads, despite drivers contributing nearly half the revenue. With 18 new or increased taxes and fees, opponents argue the budget raises costs for residents instead of addressing spending cuts.
Firefighters Respond To Mobile Home Fully Engulfed In Lexington Park
On January 23, 2025, fire crews responded to a fully engulfed mobile home fire on Oregon Way in Lexington Park. The fire was brought under control, and the State Fire Marshal is investigating. Residents are advised to use caution in the area.
Below are the articles covered today:
Twin Brothers Of Chesapeake Beach Identified In Tragic Arlington Memorial Bridge Fatal Crash
Meade High School Stabbing: Two Students Arrested, Victim In Critical Condition
Joint Republican Caucus Peels Back Layers Of Governor Moore’s Budget Proposal
Firefighters Respond To Mobile Home Fully Engulfed In Lexington Park
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