On Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served a Criminal Summons on Eric Scott Divelbliss, 49, of Cumberland MD. The summons was in reference to an incident that occurred December 2nd, 2025. During that incident, it is alleged that Divelbliss violated the terms of a Protective Order that had been previously served. On this date, Divelbliss was served the summons and released, pending trial in District Court. ARRESTED -  Eric Scott Divelbliss, 49yo. CHARGES – Violate Protective Order

A Wind Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service from 6 a.m. till 7 p.m. Friday n Maryland, Central and Eastern Allegany and Western Garrett Counties. In Virginia, Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge, and Augusta, Eastern Highland, and Western Highland Counties. In West Virginia, Eastern Grant, Eastern Mineral, and Eastern Pendleton Counties. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for…

On Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department arrested Javas Chayton Bohrer, 24, of Cumberland MD. Bohrer was contacted by officers when he was observed trespassing on CSX property in the area of Queen City Drive. Upon contact, Bohrer was also found to be in possession of suspected CDS paraphernalia and an amount of suspected methamphetamine. As a result, Bohrer was placed under arrest and transported to the Central Booking Unit at the Allegany County Detention Center. He was later released on a $7,500 unsecured bond. ARRESTED -  Javas Chayton Bohrer, 24yo. CHARGES -  Trespassing-Posted Property, CDS Possession-not Marijuana,…

Almost all schools in the WCBC listening area have their last day of instruction Friday, December 19.  This includes Mineral County Schools, Bishop Walsh, Messiah Christian Academy, Calvary Christian Academy, and Lighthouse Christian Academy.  The exception is the Allegany County Public School system with its last day Tuesday, December 23 with a three hour early dismissal.

The Garrett County Health Department has confirmed a second case of Pertussis in less than a month, commonly known as whooping cough, in a 14-year-old resident of Garrett County. Health officials are working to identify and notify close contacts to prevent further illness spread. Residents, especially those in close contact with infants or young children, should review their vaccinations. The time from exposure to the onset of symptoms is typically 7 to 10 days. 

On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Officers of the Cumberland Police Department served a criminal summons on Janasia Lamore. The summons was issued in response to a citizen's complaint. As a result, Lamore was served with the summons and released pending her trial at the Allegany County District Court.   ARRESTED: Janasia Lamore    AGE: 27       Cumberland, Maryland CHARGE: Theft: $1,500 to $25,000 Summons Served On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Officers of the Cumberland Police Department served a criminal summons on Christan Mulkey. The summons was issued in response to a citizen's complaint. As a result, Mulkey was served with…

Maryland’s Congressional Delegation met with NASA officials to discuss protecting and supporting Maryland-based efforts to advance American leadership in space science. NASA Goddard along with Johns Hopkins and Wallops Flight Facility have seen a 30% cut in workforce with other engineers and scientists leaving the country for work. Congressman Glen Ivey said Maryland is losing human capital and giving China an edge…     “We’re facing a retrenchment that’s driven by the Trump Administration’s misguided approach to space research and technology. It’s undermining our ability to maintain a prime and leadership position in the world at the worst possible time.”

A new poll from the UMBC Institute of Politics surveyed 801 Maryland adults across the state, asking a range of questions of what they see as priorities for state government. The top three answers were rated as a high priority by respondents. Healthcare was rated top with 77% saying it should be a top priority for the state. Quality of K through 12 public education sat high with 75% of those surveyed, while crime reduction and public safety were cited by 73% of respondents.  Taxes, housing, and energy costs were also among the issues raised.

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he’ll deliver a live national address on Wednesday from the White House adding “It has been a great year for our Country, and THE BEST IS YET TO COME!” Trump posted on his social media platform. “I look forward to seeing you then,” he said. WCBC Radio will carry tonight's address live at 9 p.m.

On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Officers of the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Brandon Paige. The warrant was issued as a result of a grand jury indictment. As a result, Paige was transported to the Allegany County Detention Center, where he was held without bond pending his trial at the Allegany County Circuit Court. ARRESTED: Brandon Martese Paige    AGE: 43       Cumberland, Maryland CHARGES: CDS Possession with Intent to Distribute (x3), CDS Distribute Narcotic (x3), CDS Possession not Cannabis (x3). Warrant Arrest On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Officers of the Cumberland Police Department served two…