Andre Hepkins

Baltimore

Anchor and Reporter at WBAL-TV (Baltimore, MD)

Anchor @wbaltv11 news at 6:00 P.M. & 11:00 P.M.|Past @CapitalEmmys VP|@TheEmmys Board of Directors|Links & RTs are NOT endorsements. Opinions=my own.|

Articles

Maryland congressmen thoughts on first 100 days

2 weeks ago | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

ASHLEY AND JASON, AS YOU CAN IMAGINE, THE PERSPECTIVES WERE ALONG PARTY LINES. THE DEMOCRATIC SENATOR CHRIS VAN HOLLEN CALLS THE FIRST 100 DAYS, QUOTE, A BETRAYAL, WHILE REPUBLICAN CONGRESSMAN ANDY HARRIS SAYS THE PRESIDENT IS KEEPING HIS PROMISES TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE. WE PRESSED THE TWO LEADERS ON THEIR ASSESSMENTS OF THE PRESIDENT’S TRADE AND TARIFF POLICIES.
Leaf blower bill could cost at least $5,000

Oct 21, 2024 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

COMMUNITY. TONIGHT, SOME BALTIMORE AREA BUSINESS OWNERS ARE ASKING MAYOR BRANDON SCOTT NOT TO SIGN A CITY COUNCIL BILL THAT BANS GAS POWERED LEAF BLOWERS. THAT BAN PASSED EARLIER THIS MONTH. 10 TO 5 UNDER THE LEGISLATION, WORKERS AND RESIDENTS WOULD HAVE TO PHASE OUT GAS POWERED BLOWERS. THE OWNER OF A LOCAL LANDSCAPING COMPANY TELLS 11 NEWS IT WILL COST THEM AT. LEAST $5,000.
Court hears arguments about Question F on Baltimore City ballot

Oct 9, 2024 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

Should the future of Harborplace include residential properties? That's the question one ballot amendment wants to put before Baltimore voters in November. Last month, a circuit court judge deemed the question unconstitutional. Both sides appealed their cases before the Supreme Court of Maryland on Wednesday. The State Board of Elections argued that the decision to invalidate the question this late in the process eroded confidence in the election system. "There are two different claims in this suit.
Harford County superintendent focusing on three key things

Aug 23, 2024 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

Harford County's superintendent has three key areas he's focusing on this year. The three priorities of Superintendent Sean Bulson are academic rigor, workforce development and special education. Like many other central Maryland school districts, Harford County is seeing more children who need special education. Bulson said he considers this one of the greatest challenges for his district. "Particularly the youngest grades," Bulson said.
Brother of Rachel Morin makes plea for better border security at day 2 of RNC

Jul 17, 2024 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

Day two of the Republican National Convention was loaded with big endorsements and high-profile speakers for former President Donald Trump. There was also a local connection, as the brother of Rachel Morin spoke on border security. Two of Trump's former rivals in the presidential primary took the stage to endorse his bid for the White House.
Cecil County executive presents budget, calls out school superintendent

Apr 2, 2024 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

The budget battle continues in Cecil County. Cecil County Executive Danielle Hornberger called out the superintendent of Cecil County Public Schools, saying he needs to step up to the plate and stop stoking fears surrounding potential program cuts as they work out next year's budget. Hornberger presented her budget earlier this week, including $97.5 million for school funding.
Zay Flowers accused of domestic assault, source tells 11 News

Feb 8, 2024 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is facing accusations of domestic assault in Massachusetts, 11 News has confirmed per a source.The Ravens released a statement, saying only: "We are aware of the report regarding Zay Flowers. We take these matters seriously and will have no further comment at this time."This report will be updated.
School redevelopment project approved after contentious exchange

May 10, 2023 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins
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May 5, 2023 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins
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May 4, 2023 | wbaltv.com | Andre Hepkins