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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.

4 Arrested In Fatal Birthday Party Shooting At Home: Sheriff

One teen and three 18-year-olds have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting at a birthday party in a Maryland home, police say.

Fake Racist AI Recording Sparks Lawsuit Against Ex-Athletic Director

A fake artificial intelligence recording sparked a defamation lawsuit, a report said. The tape falsely framed a principal for making racist remarks.

Machete-Wielding Man Charged After Attempted Attacks: Police

A Maryland man is facing charges after police said he tried to assault three random people with a machete.

‘Cicada Mania’ Is Coming To MD, 12 Other States In 2025

Periodical cicadas, which have regional broods, emerge en masse every 13 or 17 years. See when they'll arrive in Maryland.

New Flight From BWI Airport To Caribbean Beach Town Announced

A new flight is coming to BWI Airport. Grab your bathing suit because this nonstop route takes Marylanders to a sunny Caribbean beach town.

1st Baby Born In 2025 In This County Is A Girl Welcomed By 3 Big Brothers

The Mayors couldn't believe they were expecting a girl after having three little boys. Hannah was the first baby born in this county in 2025.

First Bird Flu Case In 2 Years Found In MD Poultry Operation

Maryland health officials on Friday said bird flu has been detected in a commercial poultry operation in Caroline County. The case of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza marks the first in the state since 2023.

MD Girl Stars In Broadway Musical, Plays Hometown Shows

A Maryland girl is starring as "Annie" in the touring Broadway musical. The 12-year-old played hometown shows this week in Baltimore.

Rachel Morin Murder Trial Could Move Out Of Harford County

The defendant in the Rachel Morin murder case has asked that his trial be moved out of Harford County, in part because of media coverage.

Key Bridge Pre-Construction Starts This Month, Demolition Coming Soon

Key Bridge pre-construction starts this month. The remaining sections of the bridge will be demolished soon. See the timeline.

Heavy Snow Blankets DC, Baltimore Region: Photos

The first big winter storm of 2025 caused school closures and flight cancellations. See photos from D.C., Baltimore and Annapolis.

Final Snow Totals From 2-Day MD Storm

Here's how much snow fell on Sunday and Monday.

More Top Headlines

• Mom Charged In Attempted Murder Of 2 Teens After Her Son Robbed: HCPD
• Driver Killed After Car Crashes Into House: PGPD
• New Library Coming To Essex, Architects Seek Ideas For Amenities
• Killer Of Lyon Sisters Begins Prison Time For 1975 MD Murders: Report
• Pope Appoints Progressive Cardinal As New Archbishop Of Washington
• Body-Worn Camera Footage Released In Officer-Involved Shooting In HoCo
• Man Fatally Shot In Aberdeen Basement Early Sunday Morning
• 3 Residents Displaced By House Fire In Ellicott City
• Accused Harford Cocaine Dealer Arrested: Police
• Driver Killed, Another Injured In Car Crash Along Aquasco Road
• Lupe Fiasco To Teach New Hip-Hop Program At Peabody Institute
• Rabies Alert In Harford County After Kitten Tests Positive

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