The Maryland State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that occurred at a residential outbuilding March 6 in the late afternoon on Elm Street in Cumberland.  A recliner located inside the structure was set on fire, causing $500 in damages. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Fire Marshal’s office at 301-766-3888.

Governor Wes Moore released the following statement on President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address:  President Biden has laid out a clear vision for the future. Together, we will build on the historic progress this administration has already made by growing the economy, strengthening our democracy, and safeguarding the basic freedoms we cherish.  That work has already begun. This president has demonstrated his unwavering commitment to uplifting all Marylanders, no matter their background or zip code. He has worked to protect reproductive freedom, create good-paying jobs, make our communities safer, invest in critical infrastructure, fight the climate crisis, lower…

Governor Wes Moore today released the following statement regarding the proposed cyber wing for the Maryland Air National Guard:  “Maryland is home to the nation’s most advanced cyber assets, and the expansion of the National Guard’s mission is further testament to the vital work our men and women do for our national security as our country prepares to confront future challenges and adversaries.  The Maryland Air National Guard has flown A-10s since 1979, making it one of the most experienced A-10 units in the Air Force. Through innovative service, the men and women of the 175th Wing have more than…

U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger (all D-Md.) today released the following joint statement on the U.S. Air Force decision to expand the cyber mission of the Maryland Air National Guard.   “The expansion of Maryland Air National Guard’s cyber mission is an important investment in and recognition of the critical work that our National Guardsmen and women are doing to support our national security. Maryland is the home of our nation’s premier cyber capabilities and the men and women of the 175th Wing are uniquely positioned to further expand our state’s partnership with U.S….

Former Maryland governor Larry Hogan had said time and again he did not want to run for another office. But, in conversation with MSNBC’s Luke Russert, he explained the issue that finally made him change his mind… Hogan thinks the new strain of isolationism in the Republican Party is going to put the country in a bad situation…

Attorneys General from 40 states have written to social media giant META in reference to a decided increase in account takeover incidents. These incidents include takeovers, lockouts, stealing personal information, and posting harmful content. Consumers who have these incidents happen appeal to either their state attorney general or the Federal Trade Commission when no live service can be had from META. The letter requests a meeting with META leadership to discuss causes and response actions.

State of the Union Address with President Joe Biden as he delivers his third State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress. Join WCBC for live coverage tonight at 9PM. 

A sports tradition dating back to March, 1961 is not continuing this year.  The ACIT is on hiatus as Wamba Caravan 89 is reassessing if the tournament is still viable.  In the meantime, WCBC’s Jim Zamagias will share some ACIT memories. In today’s segment, Jim remembers some of the names, the sights, and the sounds surrounding the ACIT.

A Garrett County man and woman were charged after a grand jury handed up indictments for an arson fire last summer that killed two cats and almost a kennel of puppies at their home. Christopher J. Baker, 36, and April J. Fazenbaker, 41, both of Friendsville, were charged with first-degree arson and conspiracy to commit first-degree arson after a lengthy investigation by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.  Just after 7:15 a.m. on June 1, 2023, firefighters responded to a reported house fire at 339 Cherry Lane Road in Friendsville. After extinguishing the fire, the Office of the State…