Mom Drowns Baby | Cell Phone Restrictions | Teen Beaten At School: MD News

MARYLAND — 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.

Mom Accused Of Drowning Infant Incompetent To Stand Trial: Judge

A mother who was arrested last week and accused of drowning her 3-month-old daughter is currently not competent to stand trial, a judge ruled.

Cell Phone Restrictions Successful So Far In This County’s Schools

Cell phone restrictions are working well in these schools piloting the program. "Students are more engaged," a principal said.

Teen Beaten At School, County Attorney Responds To Lack Of Charges: Report

Video captured a 14-year-old girl being beaten up at school and left with broken bones, a report said. The county attorney has spoken out about the case.

Delivery Driver Robbed, Assaulted: Police

A delivery driver was robbed and assaulted, police said. The suspects stole several packages and fled.

Driver Charged In Fatal Crash Went 100 MPH, Hit Man On Mower: Police

A man driving 100 mph when his car fatally hit a man on a riding lawn mower has been charged with manslaughter, police said.

Judge Accused Of Misconduct, Illegal Wiretap: Report

A judge was indicted on a misconduct charge, prosecutors said. He's accused of illegally recording two other judges.

2nd Suit Filed Against MD County, School By Family Of Kids Killed In Crosswalk

A second lawsuit has been filed against a school board, a county government and first responders by the family of two kids killed in a crosswalk.

I-95 Toll Lanes Extended To Reduce Traffic

An I-95 Express Toll Lane extension opened this week, reducing traffic in "one of Maryland's busiest corridors."

Late-Night Host Pokes Fun As Astronomers Debunk Hogan's Drone Claims

Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan claimed he spotted dozens of drones above his home. Experts think it was something else.

• FBI, Homeland Security Provide Update On Drones In MD Skies
• Can You Shoot Down Drones In MD? What To Know

Police ID Man Killed In MD Mass Shooting, Teens Among 9 Hurt

A mass shooting and car crash left nine hurt and one dead, police said. Authorities identified the man killed as a 26-year-old.

More Top Headlines

• Pit Bull Owner Released Following Attack On 4-Year-Old: Report
• Abingdon Man Sentenced For Strangling Deaf, Mute Cellmate
• Sex Offender Sentenced In More Sex-Related Crimes Involving Minors
• Man Sentenced In 43-Year-Old Rape Cold Case
• Legionella Found At 3 Baltimore Courthouses, City Urges Closures
• Grassroots Emergency Shelter Celebrates Remodeling Project
• Man Who Stole From 20+ Vehicles Sentenced On 9 Counts: Prosecution
• Maryland's First Cold-Related Deaths Of 2024
• Teen Lands 10 Whoppers To Earn 16th Fish MD Master Angler Title
• MD Social Security Retirement Age To Change In 2025
• Arrest Made In 2005 Case Where Young Mother Was Shot, Home Set On Fire
• Carnegie Medal For Heroism Given To Bel Air Man Who Fought Intruder
• Olszewski Committed No 'Nefarious Conduct' In Tirabassi Dealings: IG
• Man Who Illegally Dumped 250K Scrap Tires Sentenced
• Potomac Man Arrested At Airport After Fleeing Car Crash: Police

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