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High On THC Vape, Maryland Middle Schooler Walks Into Traffic 'To Make Effects End': Sheriff High On THC Vape, Maryland Middle Schooler Walks Into Traffic 'To Make Effects End': Sheriff
High On THC Vape, Maryland Middle Schooler Walks Into Traffic 'To Make Effects End': Sheriff A “bad trip” nearly turned tragic when a 13-year-old Maryland middle school student—high on a THC vape obtained from another kid—walked straight into traffic after class, investigators said. It happened around 1:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, at Mattawoman Middle School in Waldorf, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the 13-year-old student reportedly used a vape containing THC, then stumbled out of the school and into the path of an eastbound pickup truck on Berry Road. "The student was struck; however, the driver was able to slow down enough that the student was…

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Elementary School Student Dies After TikTok Challenge Accident, NY District Says Elementary School Student Dies After TikTok Challenge Accident, NY District Says
Elementary School Student Dies After TikTok Challenge Accident, NY District Says An Albany elementary school is mourning the death of a young student who died after an accident at home reportedly linked to a dangerous TikTok challenge. The incident occurred Saturday night, Nov. 8, and involved a student from Arbor Hill Elementary School, Principal Rosalind Gaines-Harrell said in a message to families. She called the loss “profoundly sad” and warned parents about the serious risks tied to viral online challenges, which are often promoted as harmless entertainment. District officials said the accident appeared to be connected to a TikTok trend, though no additional deta…

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by Michael Mashburn
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WATCH ‘Bearista’ Starbucks Fight After Cup Sells Out In 1 Day – Here’s How To Get One WATCH ‘Bearista’ Starbucks Fight After Cup Sells Out In 1 Day – Here’s How To Get One
Watch ‘Bearista’ Starbucks Fight After Cup Sells Out In 1 Day – Here’s How To Get One Starbucks fans couldn’t bear the disappointment after the company’s surprise newest holiday item — the viral “Bearista Cold Cup” — sold out nationwide within hours of its release. The Seattle-based coffee chain issued a public apology after the launch turned chaotic, with viral videos showing customers fighting in stores and scrambling to grab the limited-edition item that sold out within hours on Wednesday, Nov. 6. “The excitement for our merchandise exceeded even our biggest expectations,” Starbucks said in a statement to People. “Despite shipping more Bearista cups to coffeehous…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Chantilly Woman Accused Of Showing Up To Work At Virginia Middle School Intoxicated: Sheriff Chantilly Woman Accused Of Showing Up To Work At Virginia Middle School Intoxicated: Sheriff
Chantilly Woman Accused Of Showing Up To Work At Virginia Middle School Intoxicated: Sheriff A teacher's assistant at a Virginia middle school allegedly showed up to work under the influence and is now facing charges, authorities announced. Chantilly resident Brenda Maxwell, 44, an educator at Seneca Ridge Middle School in Sterling, was taken into custody by members of the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, following complaints, officials said. Shortly before 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 5, the School Resource Officer assigned to the building was alerted that Maxwell was possibly under the influence in school. The subsequent investigation "resulted in a finding that wa…

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From The Classroom To The Jeopardy! Podium — How It Went For Maryland Teacher Joseph Evans From The Classroom To The Jeopardy! Podium — How It Went For Maryland Teacher Joseph Evans
From The Classroom To The Jeopardy! Podium — How It Went For Maryland Teacher Joseph Evans The champ is here.  North Penn High School graduate and longtime Montgomery County educator Joseph Evans will be back in the bright lights after a stirring win in his first Jeopardy! appearance on Tuesday night. The Takoma Park Middle School teacher who hails from Beltsville went into Final Jeopardy! with a modest $9,000, behind Long Island stay-at-home-dad Aaron Himmel's $15,000 and ahead of defending champion Joyelle McSweeney's $3,600. Then came the final category: "Literary Characters."  Perfect for a teacher (Evans technically teaches World Studies at Takoma Park Middle School, but i…

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Maryland Teen Fighting Cancer Uses Make-A-Wish To Kickstart Dream Nursing Career Maryland Teen Fighting Cancer Uses Make-A-Wish To Kickstart Dream Nursing Career
Maryland Teen Fighting Cancer Uses Make-a-wish To Kickstart Dream Nursing Career She’s tough, talented, and already inspiring everyone around her. Charles County native Janiah, 18, from La Plata, isn’t letting lymphoma slow her down.  The student-athlete, who loves lacrosse, soccer, track, and swimming, kept doing what she loved even through treatment — and now she’s setting her sights on something even bigger. Through Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic, Janiah wished for tuition assistance to help her chase her dream of becoming a nurse.  View this post on Instagram She said she wants to help others “just as she has bee…

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North Penn Grad, Maryland Teacher Rings In His ‘Jeopardy!’ Debut Tonight North Penn Grad, Maryland Teacher Rings In His ‘Jeopardy!’ Debut Tonight
North Penn Grad, Maryland Teacher Rings In His ‘Jeopardy!’ Debut Tonight Question: This North Penn High School graduate and longtime Montgomery County educator is competing on Jeopardy! on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Answer: Beltsville resident Joseph Evans. Evans is set to make his debut on the quiz show Tuesday night, where he will challenge returning champion Joyelle McSweeney, a poet and English professor from South Bend, Indiana — and Long Island stay-at-home dad Aaron Himmel. According to the North Penn School District, Evans graduated in 2001 after growing up in North Wales and attending North Wales Elementary and Pennbrook Middle School.  He received his undergra…

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‘All Clear’ After False Active Shooter Report At UVA's Shannon Library ‘All Clear’ After False Active Shooter Report At UVA's Shannon Library
‘All Clear’ After False Active Shooter Report At UVA's Shannon Library A false report of an active shooter sparked panic and lockdowns at the University of Virginia’s Shannon Library on Monday before police determined there was no threat on campus. University officials said they received reports of an active shooter around 3 p.m. at 160 McCormick Road on Nov. 3.  “Police are currently at Shannon Library continuing to investigate. At this time there is no evidence of an attacker,” one early alert read. Lockdowns remained in effect for more than an hour as UVA Police cleared buildings and canvassed the area.  A steady stream of updates from the unive…

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Virginia School Bus Driver Charged After Allegedly Hitting Elementary Student, Sheriff Says Virginia School Bus Driver Charged After Allegedly Hitting Elementary Student, Sheriff Says
Virginia School Bus Driver Charged After Allegedly Hitting Elementary Student, Sheriff Says A Virginia school bus driver is facing charges after allegedly striking an elementary school student aboard his bus, according to investigators. Allen Jackson, 68, of Sterling, was charged with simple assault and battery, a misdemeanor, following an investigation by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office, officials announced Friday, Oct. 31. Detectives determined Jackson struck a juvenile student with his hand while aboard a bus assigned to Potowmack Elementary School on Oct. 23, the Sheriff’s Office said. The incident was reported to the School Resource Officer Unit on Oct. 24. Jackson was …

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Hackers Send Vulgar Anti-DEI Email To Penn Students, Alumni: University Responds Hackers Send Vulgar Anti-DEI Email To Penn Students, Alumni: University Responds
Hackers Send Vulgar Anti-dei Email To Penn Students, Alumni: University Responds Students, alumni, and faculty at the University of Pennsylvania received a vulgar, inflammatory email from a hacker on Friday, Oct. 31, the university confirmed. The fraudulent message, which appeared to come from Penn’s Graduate School of Education, contained offensive language attacking the school’s diversity and admissions policies. Some recipients said they received the vulgar message multiple times. The full message was shared on reddit: The email allegedly sent by hackers from UPenn. Reddit/r/philadelphia @bpt1047 In a statement posted to its website, Penn said its Office of Info…

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Maryland Powerhouse North Point HS Forfeits Seven Wins After Player Found Ineligible: Principal Maryland Powerhouse North Point HS Forfeits Seven Wins After Player Found Ineligible: Principal
Maryland Powerhouse North Point HS Forfeits Seven Wins After Player Found Ineligible: Principal A Maryland high school football powerhouse has been forced to forfeit its first seven wins of the season after officials found a player ineligible under state athletic rules, North Point High School Principal Daniel Kaple confirmed. Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) began investigating a possible eligibility violation involving members of North Point’s varsity football team, according to Kaple on Tuesday, Oct. 28. During the review, staff determined that one student was attending the Waldorf school “out of compliance with CCPS residency enrollment policies.” “When student athletes are f…

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Viral Illness Spreads In Maryland Schools As Dozens Report Hand, Foot, And Mouth Cases Viral Illness Spreads In Maryland Schools As Dozens Report Hand, Foot, And Mouth Cases
Viral Illness Spreads In Maryland Schools As Dozens Report Hand, Foot, And Mouth Cases A viral illness is spreading through classrooms in Prince George’s County, with more than 40 schools reporting cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease, according to district officials. Prince George’s County Public Schools said as of Thursday, Oct. 23, over 40 schools have confirmed cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD).  The viral illness typically affects young children, but officials warned that anyone can get it. Symptoms include fever, poor appetite, sore throat, and other cold-like signs.  Officials said those may appear one to two days before painful mouth sores an…

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