Rushaad Hayward

Baltimore

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

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Two teens charged as adults after allegedly shooting man in the face

6 days ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

LEONARDTOWN, Md. - Two teens, ages 14 and 17, have been arrested and charged as adults in connection to a shooting in Lexington Park. The shooting took place in the 46000 block of Marshall Boulevard in Lexington Park. Police say when they arrived to the scene, they found a man with a gunshot wound to the face.
One person with life-threatening injuries after fire in Baltimore County

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

By BALTIMORE COUNTY - One person has life-threatening injuries following a fire in Baltimore County. Fire crews arrived to the 8900 block of Millers Island Road in Sparrows Point. Officials say when they got on the scene there were heavy fire conditions and one person was reported trapped. There's no word on the cause of the fire.
Former BPD officer sentenced to life for sexually abusing kids at wife's daycare

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - A former Baltimore Police officer has been sentenced to life in prison after sexually abusing children at his wife's daycare in Owings Mills. James Weems worked at his ex-wife's daycare, Lil' Kidz Kastle, as a bus driver. Police began investigating in July 2022 when a 10-year-old girl at the daycare accused Weems of showing her porn on his phone. The girl told a relative that her daycare bus driver, "Mr. James," had shown her the website on his phone.
Orioles' game against Blue Jays postponed due to inclement weather

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Tonight's Orioles' game against the Blue Jays has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Tuesday, July 29, at 12:35 p.m.Fans with tickets for the game will automatically receive their same seat for the rescheduled game. Tickets can still be accessed through the MLB Ballpark App. The first 10,000 fans attending the rescheduled game will receive the Clear Stadium Bag. For more information, click here.
No charges for officers involved in deadly shootout in South Baltimore

1 week ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Five officers will not be charged following a deadly shootout in May 2024 with a suspect in South Baltimore. It happened in the 3400 block of S. Hanover Street. That's where officers found 39-year-old Anthony Ferguson sitting outside. He was recognized and questioned about a shooting that happened two days earlier. Officers asked Ferguson if he had a weapon and ignores them. He then stands up, removes a gun from his waistband and pointed it at officers.
Two injured after teens crash stolen vehicle while fleeing from police

2 weeks ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Two people were injured after two teens crashed a stolen vehicle while attempting to flee from police. This stems from an incident Wednesday night when officers were patrolling near the intersection of E. North Avenue and Belair Road when they saw a vehicle driving recklessly. Police say the vehicle had been reported stolen. Officers attempted a traffic stop, but the vehicle fled.
Pharmacist to artist: The unexpected journey of a self-taught Baltimore artist

2 weeks ago | ktvz.com | Rushaad Hayward

By Rushaad HaywardClick here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WMAR) — Insanely Dope Designs. That’s the signature you’ll see at the bottom of all of Reginald Lewis’ work. Dope is an acronym that stands for dedicated on purpose every day. Lewis has done work all over the city, last year he worked with kids in the Youth Works program to create murals in their communities. Now, the self-taught artist has work in the Reginald F. Lewis Museum (more on the similar names in a second).
Deborah Cox, Jadakiss and Too $hort announced as special guests for Preakness

3 weeks ago | wmar2news.com | Rushaad Hayward

BALTIMORE - Tickets are now on sale for Preakness Festival's Magic of Maryland Music Celebration at Baltimore's Pier Six Pavilion. The concert will be headlined by Club Quarantine 5 Live featuring D-Nice and Friends, alongside the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Special guests include Deborah Cox, Jadakiss and Too $hort. This celebration is part of the Preakness Festival, a weeklong celebration leading up to the 150th running of the Preakness Stakes. Doors open at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14.
Maryland basketball stars to throw first pitch at Orioles' home opener

3 weeks ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Rushaad Hayward

Share BALTIMORE — The Orioles will have a lot of Terps in attendance for their home opener on Monday. The team announced members of the University of Maryland's men's and women's basketball teams will simultaneously throw out first pitches. This is to celebrate the team's accomplishments this season. Throwing the pitch from the men's team will be Derik Queen and Julian Reese, and from the women's team Allie Kubek and Shyanne Sellers.
Four people injured following shooting in North Baltimore, police investigating

3 weeks ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Rushaad Hayward

Share BALTIMORE — Four people were injured following a shooting in North Baltimore, Saturday afternoon. Baltimore Police responded to the 400 block of Venable Avenue for multiple reports of a shooting Saturday afternoon. When they arrived, they found three men, ages 18, 25 and 60 suffering from gunshot wounds. They were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A short time later, a 57-year-old woman walked into a hospital with a gunshot wound.