Maryland Lottery Introduces New Scratch-offs with Millionaire Potential (2024)

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Breaking Local News ReportJuly 22, 2024

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MARYLAND — The Maryland Lottery has unveiled five new scratch-off games set to hit retailers on Monday, July 22. These games offer varied themes and the opportunity for players to win substantial prizes, including joining the millionaire’s club.

The new scratch-off lineup features “Lucky 13,” a game that challenges the notion of 13 as an unlucky number. Priced at $1, the game allows players to win up to $1,313 by matching numbers or revealing a “13” symbol. It boasts 22 top prizes.

“Joker’s Wild,” priced at $5, plays into the allure of the Joker card. Players can win up to $50,000 by matching numbers or uncovering a “Joker” or “WILD” symbol for increased winnings. This game offers eight $50,000 top prizes and includes a $50 bonus spot.

For bingo enthusiasts, “Gold Bar Bingo” returns with its 5th edition. This $5 scratch-off replicates the classic bingo experience, complete with a FAST $50 spot and bonus numbers, offering players eight chances to win a $50,000 top prize.

“Money Rush” is a $10 game where players can win up to $100,000. This game features a multitude of multipliers and two $100 bonus spots, enhancing the chances of winning one of the nine top prizes.

Finally, the “Millionaire’s Club” offers a $20 game with the potential for players to win up to $1 million. This game includes multipliers and 30 chances per ticket to match winning numbers, presenting five opportunities to claim a $1 million prize.

Maryland Lottery continues to provide diverse and exciting gaming options for its players, encouraging them to test their luck with these new offerings starting July 22.

Fatal Three-Vehicle Crash in Albemarle County Under Investigation
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA—A serious three-vehicle collision occurred on Thursday evening at the intersection of Rio Road East and Hillsdale Drive, leading to the death of one individual. The Albemarle County Police Department and Albemarle County Fire Rescue responded to the scene at approximately 6:22 PM.
The identity of the deceased has not been released, pending notification of next of kin. The Albemarle County Police Department's Crash Reconstruction Team is currently investigating the circ*mstances surrounding the crash to determine its cause.
Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses, with updates to be released by the police department.
Brooklyn DA to Vacate Conviction After 16 Years Due to Unseen Video Evidence
BROOKLYN, NY—Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced today his decision to vacate the conviction of Arvel Marshall, 52, who has served 16 years for a 2008 murder in Crown Heights. This decision comes after a reinvestigation by the Conviction Review Unit (CRU) revealed significant judicial missteps, including critical surveillance video evidence that was not disclosed to the defense.
Marshall, who was convicted of the homicide of Moustapha Oumaria and sentenced to 25-years-to-life, was identified by witnesses at the scene. However, throughout his trial, Marshall maintained his innocence and requested to view the surveillance tape that allegedly captured the scene shortly before and after the murder. The tape was neither shown in court due to technical issues nor was it properly reviewed by law enforcement or the prosecution.
The CRU's findings indicated that the defense lawyer failed to adequately represent Marshall, and the judge did not maintain neutrality, further complicating the fairness of the trial. The undisclosed video, which was finally reviewed by the CRU, shows a young man matching the description of the shooter, contradicting the identification of Marshall, who was 36 at the time of the shooting.
DA Gonzalez emphasized that this case highlights the systemic failures within the judicial process, stating, "Our duty is to rectify such wrongs and ensure justice is served based on full and fair disclosure." Marshall is scheduled to appear before Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Matthew D’Emic today at 320 Jay Street to formally vacate the conviction.
Cumberland Police Issue Criminal Summons for Assault
CUMBERLAND, MD—The Cumberland Police Department served a Criminal Summons to 18-year-old Erica Nicole Plummer on Thursday following an assault incident that occurred late in July. The altercation took place at Jaycee Field in Cumberland and was reported on July 31, 2024, at approximately 3:06 AM in the 800 Block of Edgewood Drive.
During their investigation, police obtained video evidence showing Plummer and another individual engaged in a physical fight. Based on this evidence, the Allegany County District Court issued a criminal summons charging Plummer with Assault in the Second Degree and Affray. Following the issuance of the summons, Plummer was released pending her upcoming trial in District Court.