Ex-Baltimore Fiscal Chief Pleads Not Guilty To Fraud, Identity Theft Charges
Dana Hayes Jr., 37, made headlines in April after the Baltimore police fired him from his new position as the chief of fiscal services.
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Dana Hayes Jr., 37, made headlines in April after the Baltimore police fired him from his new position as the chief of fiscal services.
Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh is warning residents of companies offering door-to-door COVID-19 testing, saying people who took the tests have reported not receiving results after several weeks and do not know if their personal information is secure.
As the holiday season approaches, BGE is sounding the alarm to remind customers of common scams that occur yearly around this time.
A federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging three Maryland men on federal charges related to a scheme to receive more than $2.7 million in unemployment benefits.
A Prince George's County man admitted Tuesday to using stolen information of coworkers and job applicants to open fraudulent bank and credit accounts. A former security guard, prosecutors said he continued his scheme even after he was indicted.
Baltimore County officials announced that a Middle River man has been sentenced to 50 months in federal prison after he posed as Secret Service Agent to exploit victims in a credit card fraud and identity theft scheme.
An Owings Mills man pleaded guilty Friday to federal bank fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft charges, as well as to committing those crimes while on supervised release for a previous federal conviction for a similar scheme.
It's the season of giving, and while some say it's the most wonderful time of the year, the FBI says it's also the most vulnerable.
Federal prosecutors say a man and a woman have pleaded guilty to a scheme to defraud individuals and financial institutions of more than $1 million through fake auto loan applications.
Two Maryland men are facing federal indictment for their roles in a scheme that allegedly stole government benefits, including more than $8 million, in federal emergency assistance.
A Towson woman was sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for wire fraud and identity theft.
A Maryland man has been sentenced in South Dakota to two years in federal prison for his role in an identity theft scheme.
Criminals steal information to file tax returns. State comptroller Peter Franchot says there's at least 2,000 victims already.
A massive data breach exposed last week may be even larger than feared.
Police investigating bad checks say they found much more: A Detroit-area impostor who inspired a 1989 award-winning film was posing like someone else -- again.
A Bowie man has been convicted of numerous charges of credit fraud, wire fraud and identity theft, including a $14,000 credit theft while he was awaiting trial.
An Owings Mills man has been sentenced to 42 months in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
An inmate who bought cars and other items while in prison using stolen identities and had accomplices stash the items has been sentenced to more than 7 years in prison.
A former employee of a Washington-based organization that funds cancer research has been sentenced to jail time for stealing from the nonprofit and its donors.
A Perry Hall man has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft in a scheme to steal checks for pay and benefits from the city of Baltimore.
A Perry Hall man has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft in a scheme to steal checks for pay and benefits from the city of Baltimore.
A nanny who stole more than $400,000 from the family that employed her has pleaded guilty to mail fraud and identity theft.
A Baltimore man has been sentenced to over six years in prison for scheming to use personal identification of others to buy luxury goods.
Baltimore County Police are asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in the misuse of credit cards.
Johns Hopkins University officials admit to a serious mistake that put thousands of graduate students at risk of having their identities stolen.
The Supreme Court on Monday turned back a challenge to a strict gun licensing law in Maryland.
WSSC Water is urging its customers in Montgomery and Prince George's counties to conserve water amid an increase in water main breaks caused by frigid temperatures.
Another Arctic blast will move into the region tonight and lasts through mid-week.
The Maryland State Fire Marshall is investigating after a series of mailbox explosions in the Manchester and Westminster area.
An 18-year-old Baltimore County man was arrested Thursday, Jan. 9 in connection with a fatal shooting during a party at a hotel near Johns Hopkins in November, according to police.
A security guard has died after he was shot at a McDonald's in North Baltimore on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and West Virginia were awarded $18.6 million to build electric vehicle (EV) chargers and fueling infrastructure along the I-81 and I-78 corridors, the Biden-Harris administration announced.
Another Arctic blast will move into the region tonight and lasts through mid-week.
WSSC Water is urging its customers in Montgomery and Prince George's counties to conserve water amid an increase in water main breaks caused by frigid temperatures.
The Maryland State Fire Marshall is investigating after a series of mailbox explosions in the Manchester and Westminster area.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
He’s not a fancy designer brand but his name is Gucci, and he’s the star of this week’s Furever Home.
Owner Jay Rosenthal shares his mission and inspiration behind how he began his business, and why it was important to donate to different charities with each customer order placed through the website.
Mia “Mimi” Evans, is the owner of a premier mixology company serving the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas. She joins us with some customizable hot toddy recipes that are able to satisfy any and everyone.
Actress Julia Nicole Hunter joins WJZ as "Annie" plays at Baltimore's Hippodrome theatre through Sunday, Jan. 12.
WJZ is Hanging with Huber and debating how long you can say "Happy New Year" after Jan. 1.
The Baltimore Ravens will head to Buffalo next weekend to play the Bills in the AFC divisional round of the playoffs in a battle of MVP frontrunners.
The Ravens beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 28-14 on Saturday night to advance to the second round of the AFC playoffs.
The Ravens are hoping the regular season was just a preview of what Henry's impact could be in the playoffs, which for Baltimore begin Saturday night against Pittsburgh - with the usual chilly January weather expected.
Sports betting contributed $6.5 million to Maryland in December, according to the Maryland Lottery and Gaming.
As the Ravens flock get geared up for tomorrow's big playoff game against the Steelers, the FBI will be monitoring the skies and is sending a warning to drone pilots about the restricted airspace above M&T Bank Stadium.
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events.
Former President Jimmy Carter built a legacy as a tireless champion for peace.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
Democrats elect a new party chair on Feb. 1, following the loss of the presidency and the Senate and the narrow failure to win the House in 2024.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
Meet Baltimore native and professional basketball player King Arthur, who opened Free Sweat Gym in Windsor Mill to promote mental wellness alongside fitness.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Another Arctic blast will move into the region tonight and lasts through mid-week.
The warming trend will continue into Monday, with highs in the low to mid-40s. Expect overnight temperatures to dip into the 20s on Monday.
Slightly warmer Monday, but frigid Maryland temps return
Warmer Monday before freezing temps return in Maryland
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Marty Bass is live from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy to discuss history and new technology.
The warming trend will continue into Monday, with highs in the low to mid-40s. Expect overnight temperatures to dip into the 20s on Monday.
Slightly warmer Monday, but frigid Maryland temps return
Firefighting community mourns death of Maryland firefighter
Two adults found dead prompting Woodlawn investigation