Teacher Rape Charges | Dogs Fatally Shot | Infamous Murders: MD News

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

Man Kills Dogs, Driver During Carjackings, Faces Charges: Police

A man fatally shot a driver and two dogs during a carjacking spree, police say.

2 MD Men, Dog Shot To Death; PA Murder Suspect Charged

Two MD men and a dog were shot to death, and a PA man is charged with murder, officials said.

Rape, Sexual Abuse Charges Pressed Against Teacher: Police

A teacher faces rape and child sexual abuse charges, police said. He's also accused of threatening a student with a knife.

Woman Cashes In $1M Mega Millions MD Lottery Ticket

A 61-year-old sales associate won a $1 million second-tier prize in the April 18 Mega Millions drawing.

MD Pays Millions To Man Wrongfully Convicted Of Memorial Day Murders

After spending 32 years behind bars for a wrongful conviction in an infamous 1981 double murder, John Norman Huffington will receive $2.9 million from the state of Maryland. He was released a decade ago and pardoned by Gov. Larry Hogan earlier this year for what became known as the “Memorial Day Murders.”

Discarded Fireworks Spark House Fire Causing $1.2M In Damage

Discarded fireworks are blamed for sparking a fire that investigators say caused an estimated $1.25 million in damage to a home.

$300K Loss When Boat Catches Fire, 2 Nearby Boats And Pier Damaged

A boat fire damaged two nearby boats and a pier, officials say.

New International Flight From BWI Airport

A new flight from BWI Airport will head to Central America four times each week. Here's the latest vacation spot as travel rebounds.

College-Bound Teen Killed In Mass Shooting, Remembered As Strong Student

A recent high school graduate was one of the victims killed in the Baltimore mass shooting. She was an honor roll student.

• Teen Person Of Interest Arrested In Baltimore Mass Shooting

14-Year-Old Boy Dead, 6 Injured After Block Party Shooting

At least seven people were shot at a Maryland block party, police said. One of those victims was a 14-year-old boy who died.

Officers Assaulted During July 4 Fireworks Dispute: Police

Police were assaulted three times on Independence Day while trying to stop illegal fireworks, authorities said.

More Top Headlines

• Teen, 3 Men Shot Near Edgewood School On July 4: Sheriff's Office
• National Night Out Aug. 1 In HoCo Features Food Trucks, Music, Games
• Power Strip Sparks Bel Air House Fire, $100K In Damage: Fire Official
• Annapolis Police Chase Ends With 2 Arrests In Capitol Heights: Report
• Demand For Housing, Available Homes Declines In May From April: Report
• Water Rescues Unfold On Flooded Streets After People Trapped In Cars

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