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On Christmas Eve, a 4-month-old bloodhound from Kentucky met the family of its namesake in a ceremony at Bowie City Hall. The K9 in training has been named Sulli in honor of former PFC James Lees Sullivan, also fondly known as Sully.
On Christmas Eve, a 4-month-old bloodhound from Kentucky met the family of its namesake in a ceremony at Bowie City Hall. The K9 in training has been named Sulli in honor of former PFC James Lees Sullivan, also fondly known as Sully. (Photo courtesy of the Bowie Police Department)

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Fort Washington Man Charged In Friend's Fatal Shooting

A Fort Washington man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his friend, Craig Demarco Jackson of Temple Hills, during an argument, police said.

Puppy K9 Named In Honor Of Former Police Officer, Firefighter

The newest member of the Bowie Police Department has won its way into everyone's hearts with big brown eyes and a wiggly little tail. On Christmas Eve, the 4-month-old bloodhound from Kentucky met the family of its namesake.

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Man Sentenced In July 4 Shooting That Killed 6-Year-Old

The man found guilty of fatally shooting a 6-year-old at a Fourth of July celebration has been sentenced in the child's death. Rakeem Gilgeours, 34, argued with another man then shot into a crowd where Ahsan Payton and at least 100 other people were gathered.

Sting Targeting Child Sex Abusers Leads To MD Man's Arrest

A Prince George's County man has been charged in connection to the production of child sex abuse material as part of a nationwide sting to arrest child sex abuse offenders.

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1 Critically Injured, $400K Damage To Home From Christmas Tree Fire

Four people were taken to the hospital, with one in critical condition Friday morning, after a fire in a dry Christmas tree spread to the rest of the living room.

Man Who Pistol-Whipped, Robbed Taxi Driver Sentenced

A man who pistol-whipped a taxi driver and refused to pay his fare was sentenced to prison, according to prosecutors.

1 Killed In 2-Car Crash In Baltimore County

A man is dead following a two-car crash that occurred in Baltimore County on Christmas Eve when a 2005 Buick LaSabre crossed the center line and struck a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado.

$100K Winning Powerball Ticket Sold In MD

One lucky lottery player in Maryland won $100,000 in the record-breaking Powerball drawing held on Christmas Eve. There were also four $50,000 prizes in Wednesday's drawing on tickets sold in the state.

Former MoCo Church Teacher Sentenced For Sexually Abusing Minors

A Germantown man who taught at a church in Derwood has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor, according to Montgomery County prosecutors.

Unfounded Threat Causes Delays At Baltimore-Washington Airport

An unattended bag prompted a police investigation at Baltimore-Washington International Airport on Friday, briefly delaying traffic and other services, according to officials.

ICE Agent Involved In Shooting In Glen Burnie, 2 Hospitalized: Report

Two people were injured after immigration officers shot the driver of a van who had been trying to run them over on Wednesday in Glen Burnie, federal authorities said.

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