As the Maryland Senate considers a bill that would prohibit local jails from working with federal immigration authorities, even in cases involving people convicted of violent crimes, a new poll shows most likely voters support jail-based background checks and cooperation when someone is already in custody, according to the Maryland Freedom Caucus.

With a 3-2 vote on Thursday, the Senate Executive Committee advanced House Bill 182, which would prevent local law enforcement agencies from entering into agreements with federal immigration authorities to enforce immigration violations or share related data.

Fenwick Island, South Bethany, Dewey Beach, and Ocean View have chosen to join forces and create a single regional committee.

Milford schools were on lockdown Thursday afternoon and officers were on scene after a "credible threat" against the district.