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Former USAID Employee Sentenced to Six Months in Prison for $176,000 COVID-19 Loan Fraud

Former USAID Employee Sentenced to Six Months in Prison for $176,000 COVID-19 Loan Fraud

Simeon Bakare, a former U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) employee from Waldorf, Maryland, has been sentenced to six months in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining over $176,000 in pandemic relief funds. U.S. District Judge Theodore D. Chuang also ordered Bakare to forfeit $176,000 and pay an equal amount in restitution. Following his prison term, Bakare will serve three years of supervised release, which includes two months of home detention. Bakare pleaded guilty to wire fraud on June 3, admitting that between April 2020 and November 2021, he submitted at least five fraudulent applications for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) funds. Prosecutors stated that Bakare used fabricated documents, including false IRS Schedule C forms, and falsely claimed the existence of sole proprietorships to qualify for the loans. Court documents revealed that the businesses listed in his applications lacked significant employees, office space, revenue, or actual ...

Baltimore City Council Urges Rejection of BGE's Proposed $156 Million Electric Rate Increase

Baltimore City Council Urges Rejection of BGE's Proposed $156 Million Electric Rate Increase

The Baltimore City Council is advocating for the Maryland Public Service Commission to deny BGE's proposed $156 million electric rate increase. This resolution, sponsored by Council President Zeke Cohen, highlights concerns that customers are already struggling with elevated utility costs. If approved in full, BGE estimates the average residential customer's monthly bill would rise by approximately $8, or 4.4%, totaling about $100 annually. BGE, which serves over 1.3 million electric customers and more than 700,000 natural gas customers in Central Maryland, argues that the proposed increase is necessary to fund essential work for maintaining the electric system. The company also states that rising electricity supply costs, which are beyond its control, have had a greater impact on customer bills than its distribution rates. BGE claims the portion of the increase related to its return on equity would amount to less than $1 per month for an average residential customer.

Six takeaways from UVA basketball’s 91-72 win over No. 12 Arkansas

Six takeaways from UVA basketball’s 91-72 win over No. 12 Arkansas

Analyzing Virginia’s statement win over the Razorbacks, already matching last season’s total of ranked wins.

How Notre Dame’s opponents fared in WEEK 10 of the CFB season

How Notre Dame’s opponents fared in WEEK 10 of the CFB season

We’re keeping track of Notre Dame’s opponents and how they do each and every week — because it might be fun.

Balanced scoring lifts Arizona women’s basketball over Iona

Balanced scoring lifts Arizona women’s basketball over Iona

Arizona head coach Becky Burke played all 11 of her available players in the home opener. Seven scored at least seven points, giving the Wildcats a comfortable but closer-than-expected 74-61 victory over the Iona Gaels on Sunday afternoon. “I just think we’ve played down to our opponents here at home,” Burke said. “I told them […]

The Morning After: In Control

The Morning After: In Control

In a must-win game, the Hawkeyes were in control from start to finish.

After a 3-sack performance in his return, Myles Garrett says 'I am that closer' for Rams

After a 3-sack performance in his return, Myles Garrett says 'I am that closer' for Rams

Myles Garrett made a huge impact in his return for the Los Angeles Rams

No. 2-seed Maryland field hockey overwhelmed by No. 1-seed Northwestern, 3-0, in Big Ten Tournament final

No. 2-seed Maryland field hockey overwhelmed by No. 1-seed Northwestern, 3-0, in Big Ten Tournament final

The Terps couldn’t get past goalkeeper Juliana Boon, who finished with seven saves.

The 2026 Big East Women’s Soccer Tournament Field Is Set!

The 2026 Big East Women’s Soccer Tournament Field Is Set!

Marquette is in the four team field for the first time since 2017 and hunting for their first win since 2016.

No. 5-seed Maryland men’s soccer cruises past No. 4-seed Michigan State, 2-1, in Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals

No. 5-seed Maryland men’s soccer cruises past No. 4-seed Michigan State, 2-1, in Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals

The Terps will face top-seed Indiana in the semifinals.

Soccer Teams See Mixed Results On Sunday

Soccer Teams See Mixed Results On Sunday

One team is on to BTT Final while other awaits NCAAT invite

Enlighten Seeks Product Owner for Hybrid Role in DoD Cyber Defense Command Support

Enlighten Seeks Product Owner for Hybrid Role in DoD Cyber Defense Command Support

Enlighten, recognized as a Top Workplace by USA Today, is actively recruiting a Product Owner with expertise in software or systems engineering. This hybrid role is designed to directly support capability development, operational deployment, and growth strategy for the DoD Cyber Defense Command (DCDC). The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of experts to design and implement solutions focused on big data and workflows tailored for military clients. Responsibilities include establishing relationships with government customers, leading analytic and application development, and integrating production capabilities into daily operations. The position requires a minimum of 9 years of experience in DoD cyber, agile development, or big data, along with a B.A. in Business, a technical field, or a related discipline. A Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance is mandatory, and U.S. Citizenship is required. The role involves working in a hybrid environment, with 2-3 days per week on-site at Fort Meade...