Rushaad Hayward

Baltimore

Digital Content Producer at WMAR-TV (Baltimore, MD)

Articles

$3 million granted to help small businesses recover from Key Bridge collapse

2 days ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Numerous community organizations, including the Baltimore Community Foundation have given three million dollars in grants to 66 small businesses affected by the Key Bridge collapse. These businesses are around Baltimore, Southeast Baltimore County, and Northern Anne Arundel County. The grants will address losses in revenue, increased costs, and challenges stemming from the collapse officials say. They will range from $10,000 to $50,000 in value.
100 gallons of oil spilled in Baltimore harbor, Coast Guard helping with cleanup

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Emergency Response Teams are assisting with an oil spill in Baltimore's harbor. Officials say about 100 gallons of oil, from unknown origin, spilled in the harbor. The red color in the water is coming from dye in the oil. The U.S. Coast Guard and a private contractor are also helping with cleanup.
Human remains discovered by hiker near trail at Patapsco Valley State Park

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

By BALTIMORE COUNTY - Natural Resource Police are investigating after human remains were discovered by a hiker in Patapsco Valley State Park. Police say the remains were found on the Forest Glen Trail in the Hilton Area. NRP officers and criminal investigators are on scene. This incident remains under investigation.
East Baltimore's Yard 56 attracts Five Guys and The Breakfast Club

3 days ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Two new restaurants are coming to East Baltimore's Yard 56. The national award-winning burger chain Five Guys and the Breakfast Club, an upscale brunch restaurant, will bring Yard 56 to 97% occupied. With Five Guys' arrival, this will be the burger chain's 16th location in Baltimore. The Breakfast Club will occupy the ground floor space at the Lofts at Yard 56. The brunch restaurant is known for things like cinnamon roll pancakes with cream cheese frosting and seafood grits.
Costas Inn opens new location in Timonium

4 days ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

TIMONIUM, Md. - After 54 years, Costas Inn opens a second location at the Timonium Fairgrounds. This location will be known as Costas Inn Timonium. "This was our dad's vision, and though he's no longer physically with us, we feel him in every moment. It's been just over two months since he passed, but we know he's guiding us, sending signs, and watching over this next chapter," wrote the Costas Inn team on Facebook.
Elderly woman dead after car crosses center line in crash

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

ST. MARY'S COUNTY, Md. - A woman is dead and two others are injured after a crash in Mechanicsville Friday afternoon. Deputies from the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office responded to a two-vehicle collision in the 25000 block of Mechanicsville Road. When they arrived, they determined a 2018 Toyota Highlander, driven by Marjorie Swann Boyers, 79, collided head-on with a 2013 Chrysler 200. The Chrysler was driven by 31-year-old Megan Rowley and a juvenile passenger was also in the car with her.
Water quality alert issued after sewage overflow in Anne Arundel County

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

PASADENA, Md. - The Anne Arundel County Department of Health has issued a water quality alert following a large sewage overflow. The alert is for the headwaters of the Patapsco River to the mouth of Bodkin Creek due to an overflow of 21 millions gallons of partially treated sewage. This sewage is from the Patapsco Wastewater Treatment Plant in Baltimore. The Department of Health has issued an advisory against direct water contact for the next seven days.
Baltimore County teacher arrested on multiple sex offense charges

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE COUNTY - A Baltimore County teacher has been arrested on multiple sex offense and assault charges. Roger Myers, 61, is being held at the Baltimore County Detention Center without bond. Baltimore County Public Schools Police say the alleged crimes happened on school premises. Myers is employed with Baltimore County Public Schools, but at this time it's unclear which school.
Annapolis Pride and Parade Festival postponed due to inclement weather

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

ANNAPOLIS, Md. - The 2025 Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival has been postponed due to forecasted severe weather, officials say. Annapolis Pride and Board Chair Joe Toolan made this decision after consulting with emergency management agencies and weather forecasting models. "The safety of our community comes first," Toolan said.
Dr. Michelle Taylor appointed as new commissioner for city's health department

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Baltimore's Health Department has a new commissioner. Dr. Michelle Taylor has been appointed as the new commissioner for the Baltimore City Health Department. She will take on her new role starting August 4. "Dr. Taylor is a world-class leader, and I'm grateful that she's bringing her talents and experience to Baltimore," said Mayor Brandon Scott.