they saw someonexd shoot a virginia tech police officer. the suspect ran off. >> our hearts are broken again for the family of our police officer. we extend our deepest sympathy and condolences. they rue on thatly put themselves at risk for our safety and we are deeply grateful for their service. >> reporter: the university of virginia state police will not confirm if the second person killed was the shooter. however, they slay there is no imminent danger and have lifted the lockdown. police are still trying to determine if the police officer killed was targeted. we'll be monitoring updates on this. we're continually updating it on our website. when we're not on the air, you can get latest details there

with the abc2 news app. the latest from harford county where a woman made a gruesome discovery. she had discovered a man shot to death behind the wheel of the car. the victim has been identified as christopher alves of edge wood. it appeared no one reported it. prosecutors in georgia plan to seek the death penalty of the man accused of killing a graw. giddings was last seen walking to her apartment. her body was found dismembered. 26-year-old steven mcdaniel who lived in the same building had been charged with her death. baltimore city fred

bealefeld was at a hearing on a program that they say back fired. they want answers from attorney general eric holder how operation fast and furious was run. agents followed illegal gun sales so they could track them. several guns ended up being used in crimes including the deathñrf an agent. high school teach are hasñr been arrested for havingxd sex with students. jeffrey robert sears was arrested this morning at glen burnie. he has taught there since 2006. the incidents took place on and off school ground. sears was removed from the classroom on november 1st after learning of a possible relationship with a student. >> this is the time for glen burnie to heal and be concerned

about the students and the victims in this situation, so we need to heal. we need to come together. glen burnie has a rich tradition and we'll do that. >> sears has been charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse of a mean for. there are plans to put more work -- money in worker's checks in harford county. jeff hager has more on this money mishap. >> reporter: 'tis the season for giving. in an effort to reward employees, it has been deep sixed for the time being. >> if you're aware of the process, you don't spend it until you have it. >> reporter: he proposed $1250 bonuses for workers after an increase in tax revenue and a

decrease in spending rude surplus -- proud -- produced a surplus. >> the employeings are the one that saved the mony. the $17million saved were done by the employees who either picked up more jobs, so we felt it was time to recognize them. >> reporter: the county council balked and aproving the money after a pair of education unions refused to sign off, concern over how this might impact negotiations over real wages. >> if the teachers union does not agree with the process, and say, no, we're not going to do this, then the money doesn't go to them. >> reporter: the money would come in the form of two payments, both before christmas and again in june. >> i think it's a big morale

booster. we haven't had significant pay increases in a long time. with the wife and kids at hoax, it's nice to know that we're appreciated. >> reporter: in harford county, jeff hager, abc2 news. >> the county council is expected to take a second look at the bonuses when it meets again. today the city council was sworn into office. mayor stephanie rawlings-blake the council president talked about the work ahead and why those working with the city will only help the city. >> the partnerships between the residents, the business community, nonprofit sectors and government are proof of the fact that we are one baltimore and one maryland working together to help improve the lives of our citizens. let us remember that working together allows to us conquer any challenges before us, no

matter how daunting. >> this is the first time jack young has won the office of council president in an election. he took over the role when stephanie rawlings-blake took over in 2010. you might consider taking a swim or crabbing in the inner har bormt mayor stephanie rawlings-blake plans to make the harbor swimmable by 2012. the plan hopes to have solutions for issues like trash, sewage leaks and storm water runoff. so what a difference a day makes. this time yesterday the rain was coming down. we saw snow into western maryland. the radar is dry. it will stay that way. as we take a look at the temperatures. temperatures are cooling down. we have the chill in the air.

baltimore at 38 degrees. easton at 37 degrees. we're cooler into winchester. you're seeing the blues on the map. 34 into frederick and hagerstown around 35. this evening the temperatures will remain in the 30s. it will be mostly clear and chilly. make sure you bundle up. i'll tell you when colder air will be moving back into the picture. 3÷9 dash isçóno carrierringc0

>> the state comptroller has placed a loan on that company. >> bwi-thurgood marshall will get a makeover. the plan was approved. the $100 million of renovation would create space, new concessions for the concourse c and allow passengers to move from concourse a, b and c without having to pass through security a second time. everyone knows the holidays are stressful from the shopping, to the family meals, to the schedules. but why that could lead to bigger problems. the ravens are giving it all. now their wives are giving back.

we'll have more. we made it up to 45 degrees today. we forecasted 22. we don't have a winner today but we have cold air on the way if you're a fan of. that stick around. i'll tell you when that will happen.

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it can be stressful. >> all that stress can weaken your immune system and make you system. that's why it's important to plan ahead during the holidays. >> my family laughs when i'm buying gifts two months in advance. >> reporter: remember, it's okay to say no don't feel like you have to go to every holiday

commitment. it's okay to lower your expectations, too. >> reporter: being realistic can take the pressure off. also, stick to a budget. >> stress can bring out depression. >> reporter: when you're out and about, be sure to keep your hands clone to cut down on the germs. >> many are stressed during the holidays. they're gathering together. that's why we see spike in the flu and other rest story illness -- respiratory illnesses . >> abc2news.com is your place for all the health news you will ever need. log on and check out the page. you'll find information you and your family need.

we've got lots of sunshine in thew3 wake of the wet weathe. right now not too bad. you can see the traffic moving nicely, people walking across the street. ite1 is chilly out there. that temperature coming in around 38 degrees. the winds are calm. they've already subside. that visibility is looking good as of now. into annapolis, check out the blue skies. we saw a few clouds try to move in and out. not a lot of boats on the severn river. it was a chilly dayed a very blustery day. as we slide over to ellicott city, we saw clouds. we're seeing more clouds move in. right now we're mostly clear but we'll be partly cloudy as we go later into the evening. we have all five sweeps scanning

the skies. we won't see anything as we go through the rest of the evening. the winds have died down. patuxent river about three miles an hour. the winds will be gusty again as we go into saturday. he'll talk more about that in a second. our highs today, 47 at the inner harbor. cambridge around 43. these temperatures were below average. it has been a pretty cool day on tap, chilly to some. the satellite and radar not picking up on a whole lot. we have clouds trying to filter. i think the sunshine will win out. the bigger view showing a few snow showers across nebraska as of now but we're not dealing with snow showers. the snow tried to fly from the sky. the ground was too warm. high pressure still in control of our weather. this is that cold front. this is the next one. it's going to be a dry one. we are going to be dealing with

colder air. temperatures in the morning will be waking up to the 20s. future trend not picking up. again, that front will move through, maybe a low pressure but it will stay off the coast. we might see a few clouds but that sunshine will win out as we go through tomorrow and saturday. 29 degrees and it will become calm as we go through the rest of the evening. seasonably cold as we go through tomorrow. by tomorrow night, a temperature aroundñi 31, partly cloudy, brey because you havexd bigñi plans,y cold. we can see temperatures in the low 40s. time temperature as those temperatures coming in the upper 40s top around 50. the next chance for showers rolls in by thursday.

rosie? laurel park will be the site of the historic race as one place will try to add what has been a hexic -- historic year. so far rapid redux has won 18 raises. the attempt will happen on tuesday. october the horse won its 19th straight race at laurel park. he later broke that record at mountaineer park. now to ravens news. that means an update an ray lewis. he once again missed practice today making it questionable whether lewis will be available against the indianapolis colts. he has already missed three games. speaking of the ravens, the player's wives are making sure

they are helping out. they are from the off the field organization and they were at the sam's club with the salvation army. each family will also get a $200 sam's club gift card. >> this is what it's about. it's about giving and sharing. we're blessed and fortunate to . it's our way of giving back. >> the salvation army handed out the baskets to those in need this afternoon. we hope you are in the giving spirit. there are two weeks left to help with the annual kindertimeñi drive. walmartçó and fire departments.

log on to abc2news.com for more and complete information. here's a look at what's coming up at 11. gift cards are the perfect solution for those hard to shop for person. but they do come with strings. and a school bus driver is sidelined for exposing himself for students. now she's blaming the kids. why she said she had to do it. more on the developing story out of virginia tech. we are learning more about the deadly shootings that killed two people. t.j. winick has more. it started with a routine traffic stop. >> reporter: virginia tech university, the site of the country's worst massacre had a

shooting of a police officer. an office are stopped a vehicle during what is being called a routine traffic stop. >> shortly before 12:30 p.m., virginia tech police received the first kale advising they witnessed a suspect approach the officer and fire a weapon at the officer and then leave the scene. >> as soon as i saw it, i started crying. it's not going to be good. >> reporter: the shooter fled on foot, heading to another parking lot. that's where the second body was found. virginia tech put out four separate alerts within an hour. white male, gray sweat pants, grape hat with neon green brim on foot.

call 911. virginia tech had a deadly shooting in 2007 with 33 killed. >> on going communication in the absence of information, perhaps misinformation will get out there. >> reporter: classes at virginia tech actually ended for the semester yesterday, which means cam pass because relatively quiet. >> for the latest, stay tuned to world news, coming up right after abc2 news at 6:00. we'll be right back.

a cold night. >> put blankets on,. >> but you meet want to save the bear for saturday and sunday. it will be in the 20s. it will get cold, but for tonight temperatures in the 30s. by tomorrow morning that temperature around 30 degrees. as we go through the afternoon, around 49. as we look at your vest -- seven-day forecast, the ravens are playing, game time at 1 p.m., it will be a chilly day. plenty of sunshine, though. >> all right. that's it for us right now.

thanks for joining us. kelly will be back at 11. we'll see you then.