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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.

Rape Suspect Targeted Sleeping Women, Police Search For Victims

Police are searching for anyone who may have been assaulted by a suspect linked to at least five rape cases that happened from 2008 to 2012.

Man Charged With Rape; More Underage Victims Possible

A man has been charged with rape and sex offenses against three girls. Police worry there are more victims.

Golf Cart Accident Kills Mom, Fundraiser Underway

A golf cart accident killed a newborn's mother, reports said. A fundraiser has collected nearly $300K for her family.

Hate Crime Assault Draws 3 More Arrests After Beating Near MD College

Three more hate crime assault suspects were arrested after a victim "was targeted due to his sexual preferences" near Salisbury University, authorities said. That brings the total to 15 arrests after last month's attack, where fraternity members are accused of beating an adult male who thought he was meeting a 16-year-old for sex.

Man Accused Of Exposing Himself At Safeway, Pizzeria

Police said there may be additional victims in the case of a man accused of exposing himself at a pizzeria and a grocery store.

New Bay Bridge Ideas: MD Comment Sought On Possible Replacement

New ideas for a possible Bay Bridge replacement were floated this week. Should a potential new bridge have 10 lanes split between two spans?

Vehicle Drives Into Pond, Driver Flees Scene

A vehicle drove into a pond. Divers searched for the motorist, but crews now think the driver had already fled the scene.

Mail Carrier Robbed At Gunpoint + Exxon Employee Assaulted

Police reported the armed robbery of a mail carrier, the assault of an Exxon employee, the robbery of a food delivery driver and more.

Woman Donates Heart After Fatal Shooting

A woman, 19, donated two organs when she died days after a shooting, a report said.

Suspected Shooter During Candlelight Vigil At Park Sought By Police

Police are searching for the suspect they say fatally shot a man attending a candlelight vigil held at a park.

Drug Charges Filed After Suspicious Package Delivered To Neighbor: Police

Two people were arrested on drug possession charges after a suspicious package with drugs was delivered to a neighbor, police said.

11 MD Hospitals Get 'A' Rating On New Safety Grades: See Full List

Eleven Maryland hospitals earned an "A" in the latest safety report card. How did your hospital do?

More Top Headlines

• Firefighter Injured While Dozens Battled Quickly Spreading Wildfire
• MD 8th-Grader Heading To Colorado For Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show
• Firefighter Injured, 6 People And 2 Pets Displaced In House Fire
• Drone Spies Burglary Suspect In Action, Helps Capture Man: Sheriff
• Gift Cards For Guns Program Hosted By PGPD, Area Churches
• Rain Helped Firefighters Battle Range Fire At Aberdeen Proving Ground
• Abolitionist Harriett Tubman Named General In MD National Guard
• Police Search For Victims In House Repair Scam Targeting Seniors
• Apartment Fires Squelched By Life-Saving Sprinkler Systems: Official
• Suspect In Meghan Riley Lewis' Death Acquitted Of Some Charges
• Baltimore Wins $266M In Lawsuit Against Opioid Distributors
• Fire Breaks Out At Paper Shredding Business: Official
• Drivers Zoom Past Stopped Buses, Sheriff's Office Heightening Patrols

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