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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.
Teacher Kissed Students At High School: Detective
A Perry Hall High teacher from Bel Air kissed and massaged students, police said. He's accused of telling a girl she should be a porn star.
Assault Charges Dropped For Elementary Teacher: Reports
A teacher no longer faces assault charges. Prosecutors dropped the charges after a jury found him not guilty of molesting his students.
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Explosion Destroys Home, Displaces Family: Reports
An explosion leveled a Baltimore County home. Nobody was inside, but a report said a family was displaced.
Pharmacist Fatally Overdosed Dog With Drugs From Hospital
A Bel Air pharmacist has pleaded guilty to taking drugs from the hospital where he works and fatally overdosing his dog, prosecutors said.
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300 New MD Laws Take Effect July 1, 2025
From new taxes to cannabis regulation and a fund to pay for abortions, 300 new laws affecting Marylanders took effect on July 1.
Cause Of Explosion Revealed At Water Treatment Plant
The cause of an explosion at a water treatment plant was revealed. The Anne Arundel County facility has since repaired its damages.
New Speed Cameras Debut In Anne Arundel County School Zones
Speed cameras debuted recently in three Anne Arundel County school zones. The county's cameras have ticketed over 50,000 drivers in a year.
Doctor Sentenced For Selling Narcotics Prescriptions From Medical Office
A doctor has been sentenced for operating a nationwide drug distribution scheme out of his D.C. practice, prescribing opioids to people.
Suspected Murder-Suicide Investigated After 2 Found Dead In Home
Howard County Police are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after two individuals were found dead in a Columbia home.
Dozens Displaced After Lightning Strikes Bel Air Condo, Sparks Fire
Bel Air firefighters were called to the Taylor Ridge condominiums Monday after the roof and attic caught fire following the strike.
2 Men Charged In Highway Shooting That Killed 1, Injured 2 Others
Two Howard County men have been charged in connection with a fatal highway shooting that left one dead and two injured.
More Top Headlines
- MoCo House Fire Causes $1M Damage, Fire Officials Say
- Broken Pipe Floods Senior Healthcare Facility Prompting Evacuation Of Residents
- Fire At Dundee Creek Marina Store Causes $500K In Damage: Officials
- Anne Arundel County Fire Truck Catches Fire In Baltimore City: See Photos
- Laurel Man Sentenced For Selling Fentanyl, Cocaine, Meth
- 2 Killed, 2 Critically Injured In Car Crash Near Oxon Hill
- New Fire Chief Collapses At Fireworks Demonstration
- Flags Lowered In Honor Of Sergeant Who Died After His Shift
- Police Search For Vehicle Involved In Fatal Hit-And-Run In Abingdon
- MoCo Police Seek Public's Help ID'ing Carjacking Suspects
- 'Big Beautiful Bill' Passed By House: What It Means In MD
- 2 Men, 3 Teens Arrested After Leading MoCo Police On Chase With Stolen Car
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