Katie Rhee
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Hagerstown, MD, United States
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Llama on the loose: Owner, law enforcement describe great escape
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — There was llama drama in Fairfax County over the weekend after a llama was seen running along the Fairfax County Parkway. Now, Kirt Chase is breathing a sigh of relief after his 20-year-old llama Kolby got out Sunday night, causing quite a stir around the area and for […] → Read More
Police still looking for suspect after second attempted abduction in Reston
Fairfax County Police are investigating another attempted abduction in Reston. This latest attempted abduction happened around a mile from the abduction attempt that happened on Friday. → Read More
Virginia public schools win big after Mega Millions drawing
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — While there might have been just one lucky winner of the Mega Millions jackpot on Friday, others benefitted from the drawing, and it is the public school systems across the Commonwealth of Virginia. Virginia Public Schools are also winning big from Friday’s drawing. A portion of the profits from the […] → Read More
Visitors and locals excited for in-person celebrations for 4th of July
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Tonight, crowds will pack the National Mall in Washington D.C. to celebrate Independence Day. It’s one more sign we’re returning to normal after the pandemic put a damper on Fourth of July events for the past two years. People traveled from near and far to celebrate independence day in our […] → Read More
Stolen dog, Bruno, still missing: owner pleading for safe return
WASHINGTON (WDVM) — For the last seven days, Jamaica Harvey has come home to an empty house; one that would normally have her one-year-old French bulldog running around. “I’m losing sleep, and I just I’m worried. I need him back,” Jamaica Harvey, Bruno’s mom Last week, Bruno was stolen at gunpoint in a string of […] → Read More
Easter Bunnies: a long-term commitment, not a holiday toy
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (WDVM) — Easter isn’t just about carrots and candy, especially not for bunnies who could just be bought just for the holiday gift basket. More News from WRBL Before Peter Rabbit comes hopping down the Bunny Trail, the Humane Society of Washington County (HSWC) wants people to know that rabbit is more than […] → Read More
Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival store now open
WINCHESTER, Va. (WDVM) — The official store for this year’s Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival is now open! The official store is located inside the Apple Blossom Mall across from Aeropostale. The store also serves as the festival’s ticket outlet and will carry souvenirs as well as gifts and other items made by local artists. Brad […] → Read More
United States to welcome more Ukrainian refugees
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (WDVM) — During his trip to meet with NATO allies, President Biden announced that the United States will provide more aid to Ukraine and will also accept refugees fleeing the war-torn nation. Ukrainian-born Roman Avershyn and his wife, Mariia Kodola, are doing everything they can to help their home country from Falls Church, […] → Read More
Va. Sen. wants to open state to Ukrainian refugees
VIRGINIA (WDVM) — Virginia Senator Tim Kaine is calling on his state to open its doors to Ukrainian refugees. The commonwealth extended the same welcome to people fleeing Afghanistan. Kaine is commending President Biden’s decision to grant Ukraine a temporary protection status. Temporary protection status means refugees who arrive in the United States before March […] → Read More
Maryland police: Arkansas man facing multiple drug charges headbutted patrol car, tried to jump into traffic
An Arkansas man is facing charges following a wild arrest in Allegany County, Maryland. → Read More
Maryland man who received first pig heart transplant dies
Nearly two months after the groundbreaking experiment at the University of Maryland Medical Center, the first person to receive a heart transplant from a pig has died. → Read More
Police asking for help locating off-road vehicles
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (WDVM) — The Hagerstown Police has been trying to curb reckless off-road vehicle riders downtown for the last few years. With more frequent incidents over the last few months, they are asking for the public’s help to stop the riders. HPD has created a virtual portal where neighbors can submit photos or videos […] → Read More
Convoy of truckers arrives in Hagerstown, greeted by supporters
People started to gather Thursday evening in anticipation. Supporters lined the streets with American flags, Canadian flags and other memorabilia as early as 4 p.m. The drivers were greeted by honking horns as they arrived. → Read More
Health officials warn of long COVID in kids
WEST VIRGINIA (WDVM) — Health officials in West Virginia are warning residents, especially parents, about the risks of long COVID. During the governor’s COVID response briefing on Wednesday, Coronavirus Czar Dr. Clay Marsh warned West Virginians about the effects of long COVID and what to look out for if your child has contracted the coronavirus […] → Read More
Frederick man handed two life sentences
FREDERICK, Md. (WDVM) — A Frederick man will serve two life sentences in prison plus an additional 20 years for murdering a 17-year-old Hagerstown girl back in June of 2020. 18-year-old Richard Cartnail III was sentenced by the Frederick County Circuit Court to two life sentences for first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. He […] → Read More
Frostburg man faces multiple drug distribution charges
CUMBERLAND, Md. (WDVM) — A Frostburg man is facing a number of drug charges and even tried to hide more suspected drugs from officers after he was arrested. At around 11 o’clock on Tuesday night, 25-year-old Andrew Hopkins of Frostburg, Maryland was stopped by an Allegany County Sheriff’s deputy on I-68 near Cumberland after the […] → Read More
WV Sen. Capito doesn’t support pardons for insurrection rioters
WASHINGTON (WDVM) — Former President Trump is eyeing a return to the White House and he’s already making plans if that happens. He told supporters at a rally in Texas that he will pardon those who he says were “treated unfairly” in the aftermath of the insurrection. While West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito has […] → Read More
Hagerstown officials and Rep. Trone talk infrastructure needs
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (WDVM) — Congressman David Trone sat down with local leaders today to discuss infrastructure needs in the City of Hagerstown. In their meeting with Congressman David Trone, Mayor Emily Keller and public works and economic development members highlighted the specific areas they feel should be addressed first. “So we’re asking with the infrastructure […] → Read More
Comparing COVID data in the 4-state area
(WDVM) — The United States has just reached another grim milestone; this one now marks over 64 million COVID-19 cases. WDVM compared data from around the 4-state area to see how the surge is affecting residents. In the 4-state area, Virginia leads with 1,351,417 million cases and an increase of 17219 new cases in the […] → Read More
Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office investigating death of Ashburn woman
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (WDVM) — The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of an Ashburn woman. Police responded to the 23200 block of Connie Marie Terrace in Ashburn at around 8:30 on Thursday night where they say a family member found the female victim unresponsive inside of the home. The woman was taken […] → Read More