Zak Failla

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Equal parts Lois Lane, J. Jonah Jameson and Vicki Vale, Zak! has traveled from coast-to-coast covering small and big town community news in both in print and online for nearly a decade since his graduation from the award-winning Roy H. Park School of Communications at Ithaca College in 2010.

Before settling into the Hudson Valley, Zak! previously spent time in the New York Daily News newsroom and worked for hyperlocal digital news outlets on Long Island. He wrote sports for The Ithacan and The Ithaca Journal before taking his talents to the Pacific Northwest, where he served as the sports editor at the Shoshone News-Press until heading back east to work with Daily Voice.

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Dundalk, MD

Your Community

‘Go Directly To The Bank’: Dundalk Woman Wins $50K Monopoly Lottery Prize It’s safe to say a Maryland couple just passed GO and collected way more than $200. Dundalk resident Kathleen Harding was left speechless after scratching her way to a $50,000 MONOPOLY X100 win, a prize that’s about to fund some long-awaited home renovations. “I was shocked when I won,” Harding said after claiming her prize this Maryland Lottery headquarters in Baltimore with husband Douglas by her side. The $20 scratch-off, purchased at Rossville Sunoco on Pulaski Highway in Rosedale, turned out to be the lucky card that had her going directly to fun — and to a major home upgrade. “Now I…

by Zak Failla

10/08/2025

Arlington, VA

Obituaries

Officials Reveal Cause Of Death For DC Influencer Raymond ‘Rolling Ray’ Harper Officials have determined the cause of death of Raymond Harper — better known as "Rolling Ray," a social media influencer from DC, who passed away days before his 29th birthday. The content creator died of natural causes at 28 on Wednesday, Sept. 3, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Harper's death was confirmed by Zeus Network last month, where he starred on several shows that were highlighted in a touching Instagram tribute posted by the organization. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Zeus Network (@…

by Zak Failla

10/08/2025

Bladensburg-Cheverly, MD

Breaking News

Massive Bladensburg Fire Erupts As Propane Tanks Explode, Rocking Neighborhood Fire crews swarmed a Prince George’s County neighborhood Tuesday after a series of propane tanks exploded during a large fire near Kenilworth Avenue in Bladensburg, officials said. According to the Bladensburg Police Department, firefighters rushed to the 5100 block of Lawrence Place after reports of an explosion and heavy flames in the area. Multiple propane tanks were reportedly involved, sending blasts and fire into the air. Structure fire, 8 pm, 5200 block Lawrence Pl in Bladensburg. PGFD units on scene of 2-story warehouse w/outside fire extending into building. A 2nd alarm w…

by Zak Failla

10/08/2025

Lexington Park, MD

Breaking News

‘Holding On To Hope’: New Maryland Dad Fights For Life After Devastating ATV Crash A Maryland family is clinging to hope as a young father fights for his life after a devastating four-wheeler crash that left him with critical injuries. Travis Adams, a new dad described as kind, strong, and devoted to his family, was critically hurt in an ATV accident on Sunday, Oct. 5, according to his sister, Taylor Adams. He was found badly injured and airlifted to the hospital, where doctors discovered a severe head injury with a brain bleed, a broken collarbone, multiple broken ribs, and a crushed chest injury, along with bruised and punctured lungs and possible pelvic fractures, the …

by Zak Failla

10/08/2025

Towson, MD

Breaking News

Towson Mall Horror: Maryland Man Charged After Woman Stabbed In Parking Lot, Police Say A Maryland man is behind bars after police say he brutally stabbed a woman in the parking lot of a busy Towson mall over the weekend. Anthony Scott Jr., 33, was arrested on Saturday, Oct. 4, after officers responded to a report of a stabbing just before 11 a.m. outside Towson Town Center, on Dulaney Valley Road, according to Baltimore County Police. When officers arrived, they found a 32-year-old woman suffering from multiple stab wounds to her upper body. The first responder on scene — an MTA officer — confronted the suspect, who police say complied with commands and was taken into …

by Zak Failla

10/07/2025

Frederick, MD

Breaking News

Frederick Man Found With Tools, Two-Way Radio During Construction Site Break-In, Sheriff Says A Maryland man is behind bars after deputies say they caught him red-handed trying to break into a construction site — complete with burglary tools and a live two-way radio. Jordan Leondre Hailey, 34, of Frederick, was arrested late last month, when deputies spotted him actively attempting to break into a commercial construction site along the 10000 block of Old National Pike in New Market, according to the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office. When deputies moved in, Hailey bolted — but his getaway didn’t last long. He was quickly apprehended and found carrying burglary tools and an ac…

by Zak Failla

10/07/2025

Lexington Park, MD

Breaking News

Maryland Manhunt: Killer On The Loose After 27-Year-Old Found Stabbed To Death (Updated) Recognize him? The search is on for a man reportedly responsible for the stabbing death of 27-year-old Eden resident Kem’mon La’Austin Walker, according to Maryland State Police. An alert was issued Tuesday, Oct. 7, by investigators as they attempt to track down Carlus Dupree Gerald Jr., 35, who is wanted in connection with the fatal incident over the weekend. Walker was found with apparent stab wounds after officers were called to the 200 block of E. Main Street in Salisbury shortly after 1 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4. Upon arrival, they found him suffering from multiple stab wounds. According…

by Zak Failla

10/07/2025

Arlington, VA

Breaking News

Crash Leads To Big Weed Bust In Arlington — Driver Hit With DUI, Drug Charges: Police A late-night crash in Virginia led to more than just a tow — it ended with a drug bust and a DUI arrest, police said. Around 2:40 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5, officers with the Arlington County Police Department responded to the 800 block of North Randolph Street for a single-vehicle crash, according to the agency. When officers arrived, they found the driver and suspected he was under the influence. Following an investigation, the man was taken into custody for driving under the influence, police said. During an inventory search before towing the vehicle, officers found a “distribution …

by Zak Failla

10/07/2025

Laurel, MD

Breaking News

Haitian Journalist ‘Mr. Breaking News’ Detained By ICE Days After His Birthday In Maryland A beloved Haitian media figure known to thousands online as “Mr. Breaking News” has been detained by ICE in Maryland — just days after celebrating his birthday — sparking outrage across the Haitian community. Sauvenson Calixte, also known as Venson Biden or Ti Biden, built a loyal following by doing what few others could: breaking down complex US political and world news in a way that Haitian audiences could understand. Through humor, candor, and compassion, he earned a reputation as a trusted voice — someone who was informed, not inflamed. Now, that voice has been silenced. Calixte was …

by Zak Failla

10/07/2025

Fredericksburg, VA

Breaking News

Pregnant Woman Begged Maryland Driver To Stop During 120+ MPH Virginia Chase, Sheriff Says Despite pleas from a pregnant woman during a high-speed chase that topped 120 mph in Virginia, a Maryland driver remains at large after a scary scene played out in Fauquier County. The police pursuit began at around 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 6, when a deputy on patrol on I-66 clocked a vehicle going 90 mph in a posted 70 mph zone, setting off a dangerous chain of events. According to the Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, the deputy activated his emergency lights and sirens, but the driver continued speeding away, reaching more than 120 mph during the chase. "The vehicle was weaving aggress…

by Zak Failla

10/07/2025

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