developing story out of south baltimore. police are shooting -- searching for a person who shot a 59 year- old woman. it happened just after 9. the woman was apparently watching tv in her living room when she was hit in the shoulder by a stray bullet. >> the straight bullet went through the window and struck her in the rear of her left shoulder. we have no reason to believe that she is the intended victim of such a crime. >> please do not know how many suspects may have been involved. shooting comes hours after a lawyer released a killing video. a five-year old girl was caught in the crossfire. lamont davis was the gunman shooting at someone else. our reporter is live tonight outside the courthouse to explain why they want leaks to the video. >> lamont davis pled not guilty in court. his defense attorney and public defender dropping the police

camera video and. it shows the shooting and the public defender says the man doing the shooting is not his client. the video shot july 2 from closed circuit police cameras on pulaski street shows a man in a black shirt standing on the corner with bystanders. he starts chasing a man in a white shirt firing several shots. the camera then captures the suspect fleeing. once the shooting is over, d.c. neighbors gathered around 5 year-old raven wyatt critically injured in the crossfire. police arrested 17 year-old lamont davis and charged him with attempted first-degree murder. in a bold defense mood -- move, his defender released to the video saying the shooter is not davis. police said davis was wearing a mouth functioning gps monitoring device. the video shows the shooter was

not wearing one. >> i am sure he has a very good reason for doing it. >> one professor who respects the attorney of davis says the video is part of an approach. first, his attorney believes the tape will lead to an acquittal of the case. it has to deal with the media. >> you have to start trying to influence the jury long before the jurors. >> because of the intense media coverage surrounding the case, davis's attorney has no choice but to release the tape as a way to even the playing field. >> he has gotten very frustrated in the past several weeks having his client being found guilty in the media as he would put it. >> according to court documents, several witnesses have identified davis as the shooter in this case. police are not commenting on the video. they will leave it up to the jury. the case goes to trial in

october. we are live downtown, wbal-tv. >> the lawyer for the woman who pleaded guilty to starving her toddler to death following a religious cult says his client will get out of jail soon. she will enroll in a counseling program in northeastern maryland. it is not a correctional facility but a place where she will have a job and responsibilities. she pled guilty in march to star in her one-year-old son to death because he did not say a man and real time. -- amen at mealtime. and one person was arrested last night. investigators believe he ended the -- entered the kitchen and struck someone with a baseball bat. they were taken to the hospital with head injuries. no motive on the attack. in the "amedical alert" it

deals with oclocolon cancer patients who lowered their risk of days -- that by taking aspirin. the debate over health-care reform is still going on tonight. it will for some time. this is the scene of the town hall in new hampshire with president obama. it is much quieter compared to others. the attendees were assured that he would not sign a health care bill that would add to the deficit. he called it a health insurance reform. the plan will not been those with pre-existing conditions. it will not raise rates or fees. your insurance would not be cancelled if you get sick.

>> your health insurance should be there for you when it counts. not just when you are paying premiums, but when you actually get sick. it will be when we pass this plan. >> the system is expected to cost more than $1 trillion over 10 years. the president's town hall was opposite of what senator ben cardin experienced during the health care reform meeting in one town. another crowd a demonstration is expected to take place tomorrow in hagerstown. our reporter spoke with the senator to get his take. >> baltimore county republican county chair used his network of context to organize this vocal opposition at the town hall meeting on monday. >> these were citizens there were upset with public policy. that rarely happens. not only in maryland, but it rarely happens nationwide when citizens are upset with a public policy.

senator ben cardin got an earful from country up -- hundreds of angry constituents. >> i think this exceeds the largest numbers we have had in the past. we have had some help the town hall meetings in the past. this was an exception. >> both sides agree that the meaning may trump the motivation. >> it is an opportunity to exchange views. we answer questions in a respectful way. i had a chance to respond to questions. >> anytime you can involve public opinion is a wonderful thing. i like to see more of it. >> both sides know the health care reform debate will rate all summer long. the liberals are moving and mobilizing counter protest on its web site. they said it is getting ugly. tv republican colleagues

continue to rally their troops for the next health-care showdown in maryland. wbal-tv. >> for more on the ongoing health care debate, go to our website. you can click on medical alert. >> there is good news for credit-card holders tonight. american express and discover announced they would end the charges that have generated widespread criticism from consumers. it occurs before credit-card regulations will take place -- take effect in february. american express charges $35 to customers whose balance goes over the credit limit. the fire marshal's office is investigating several explosions that destroyed a home run. it happened in queenstown marilyn. more than 100 firefighters had to bring the blaze under

control. no one was hurt. the fire caused about $1 million in damage. several puppies are being nursed back to health tonight. they were discovered this week trapped inside a sealed container in the sweltering heat. kerry cavanaugh has more on the rescue efforts. >> this box was set up next to a dumpster when a passer-by over hood -- over heard noises coming from the container and found puppy's inside. these wondering puppies are small, curious, and are still willing to trust people despite what they have been through. the letter was discovered near a dumpster on monday. they were inside this plastic tub trapped under a sealed lid. >> somewhat by and heard some noises. they looked in the box, and there were eight puppies.

>> she is executive director of the parts and says the dogs were near death with body temperatures of popular 107. they rebounded quickly once they were exposed to cold air and water. >> their progress is great. >> these lots will likely find homes. she is disturbed by the problem of animal abandonment in the city. the dogs were close to an end. >> it is not a quick death. they are suffering. the animals are suffering. that is not the answer. the addendum iii is not the answer. >> she said -- they are left to fend for themselves and roam around free, that is not the answer. these puppies caught a break. they are headed to a rescue

group to find a new home. they are believed to be about eight weeks old. if you are considering submitting your dog or cat or you want to surrender a pet, you can call in number. reporting live, kerry cavanaugh, wbal-tv. >> the first day of school and had a much celebrated welcome back. one city school ceo outlined the goals and objectives of the upcoming school year. he praised administrators in helping to raise the test scores of students. students delivered some encouraging words. >> i have no fear.

i am excited about a new grade school year. >> do you believe in me? >> school begins on august 31. a television host takes reality tv to heart when his show becomes the center of a murder investigation. officials have a cell-a critical piece of their investigation of the deadly plane crash over the hudson river. we will explain. it is electric, gm announces win its chevy volt hits the street. we are remembering eunice kennedy shriver. her legacy will live on termination maryland. >> we will see if we are in for more story weather ahead of the front. 81 degrees in downtown

>> authorities have recovered all victims from the hudson crash. the last two bodies were pulled from the wreckage. crews lifted a mangled portion of the plane from about 60 feet of water. in prime-time those with ratings. the host of a crime show is accused of ordering his to boost his popularity. police say this man ordered five murders and broadcasted the footage on his crime series. they found 107 $5,000 along with firearms.

-- $175,000 along with firearms. police in the eight went to 8 las vegas pharmacy. they searched computer files and documents -- police went to las vegas to look at a pharmacy. they searched computer files and documents. they were looking to see if dr. murray got the drugs from there. >> a squad works with drug trafficking organizations and pharmaceuticals. >> authorities say the death of michael jackson is being investigated as possible manslaughter. the country is mourning the death of eunice kennedy shriver. she died at the age of 88. president obama said above all, she will be remembered as the

other of special olympics. she taught our nation and our world that no physical or mental barrier can restrain the spirit. our reporter has more on her impact on maryland. >> it was because of her sister that she started to having camp shriver at her home. that was for people with disabilities. it eventually became special olympics. her family was at her side when she passed away at 88 years of age. she has dedicated her life to the idea that people with disabilities could achieve more than what anyone thought. >> she grew up with great privilege and access and wealth and focused that on reaching out to the world's marginalized citizens. there are generations of people

who have been ignored and beaten down by society. she is a force of nature. >> there are pictures of her throughout the building of special olympics in maryland. for the athletes and their families, her dedication to special olympics has made a big difference in their lives. >> because of her vision, i have gotten in to do so much being involved with special olympics. i have been able to achieve a lot. >> special olympics has grown to 3 million athletes competing in 150 countries . >> each time you run and jump, you will say to others everywhere, come to our world where we are free, free to

choose our sport. >> wbal-tv. >> there is continuing coverage of her on our web site at wbaltv.com. you will find video, a slide show, and several facts about her life. >> we have seen some showers and storms develop throughout the evening. some have spent significant rain in isolated spots. a cold front is coming down out of pennsylvania. we are seeing showers and storms to the south and east. with that scenario under way for the next few days, the showers and storms will become a regular part of the forecast for a couple of more days. we have seen some showers and storms go through the eastern shore.

do not be surprised if you hear some overnight under. no rain at bwi marshall. 91 at the harbor. some showers moving for some areas. 81 degrees downtown baltimore. a warm start to the day with some showers. a cold front is coming in from the northwest. a little push of cooler, drier air behind. this front is really going to get past as before it stalls. you will see some scattered showers in the morning. in the afternoon and into tomorrow evening, scattered showers and storms will continue to store up. -- short -- show up. mostly cloudy. the winds will turn to the north west on debate tomorrow.

-- on the day tomorrow. a little warmer around the bay. the front is not pushing strongly through the region. it will be hard to get rid of the warm and humid air in the region. a -- 87 degrees in ocean city. the first named tropical storm could occur tomorrow. the winds are at 35 miles per hour. it may strengthen to tropical storm force tomorrow and be called anothena. here is the seven-day forecast. a couple of hit and miss thunderstorms. 20% over the next few days. i temperatures in the low 80's. those temperatures will stay there through the weekend.

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you can enjoy a three course lunch for $20. dinner for $30. for a complete list of participating restaurants, go to our web site at wbaltv.com. general motors announced that its newest electric car is coming to a dealership near you. the car goes on sale next fall. the chevy volt gets230 mpg. -- gets 230 mpg. the price tag is estimated at $40,000. >> this is not a vehicle for everybody. what is important about it is the technology. the future application of the technology. >> most drivers of this car will operate on a daily basis without having to use a single drop of

gas. >> it can go 300 miles before having to be plugged in. >> derrick mason could impact the lineup for the preseason opener

>> a year ago when the ravens opens the preseason, joe flack who finished up with mop up duty.

the element of unpredictability has become a focus. beers tonight they will open up against the redskins. coaches will get a chance to see things they cannot see in practice. which rookies will raise their level of play in a full stadium? and which ones will not. these games may not have the drama of a high-stakes outcome, but they do help the coaching side with players. >> this is an extension of training camp. it is not a practice but a game. it is an opportunity to see the players girl. we are going to run our basic stuff and see how the guys played together.

>> the wide receiver derrick mason suffered a dislocated finger in the practice this morning. it should not pose any long-term programs -- problems. guys like marcus smythe and justin will get some more time. do not forget, you can see and hear all of the season opener right here. you can watch it on tv 11 or listen on the radio. a nice night for the david hernandez. he had a standing ovation when he left the mound. they won over oakland 3-2. they beat oakland for the first

time in the last 10 meetings. hernandez was having six strikeouts. the o's have to play catch-up on this one. they brought it in the fifth. a single to the right side of the infield. adam jones had an rbi fielder. 3-2 the final tonight. the summer heat is getting to everyone. the first inning in detroit. bottom of the second, rick rose to victor martinez. -- rick throws to victor marsytinez. benches cleared. the bullpens, running in. it is august now when you see scenes like this.

you would not want anyone to punch you if you were making that much money. the lack of resolution. rain has delayed this one. they are not fighting anymore. the stakes are getting high. when you do not like the forecast, this happens. >> you debt. we will have a look at the seven-day f

>> not much change. it is pretty much the same. it is like south florida. we will have afternoon thunderstorms for the next week or so. the mid 80's. >> conan o'brien is next. we will see you here tomorrow. >>