Grandma Dismembered | Car Falls 40 Feet | Mass Poison Cause: 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.

Grandma's 'Horrifying' Death, Dismemberment Described In Court

A Maryland woman is on trial in the death of her mother, whose dismembered and burned body was discovered by police in trash bags in the basement of her Hyattsville home in May 2023. Authorities said Craig's body was taken apart with a chainsaw.

Child Porn Charges Filed Against Former Mayor

A former mayor has been charged in connection to the 45,000 images found in his home depicting child sex abuse.

Driver Injured When Car Falls 40 Feet From Parking Garage

Authorities said the car went through a railing on the parking structure's fifth floor before plunging to pavement below.

Staph Food Poisoning Sickened 46 Workers At Seafood Biz

Health officials say that staph food poisoning from bacteria caused 46 employees to become sick at a seafood distributor.

Man Who Exposed Himself To Girls Track Team Sentenced

A man masturbated in front of a high school girls track team, prosecutors said. The 43-year-old is heading to prison.

Raccoon In Sam's Club Prompts Evacuation, Shutdown: Reports

A raccoon that ran into a Sam's Club store caused it to be shut down much of the day, reports said.

Child's Backyard Racetrack Stirs Up Controversy

A 10-year-old boy's go-kart racetrack built by his dad in his backyard is being scrutinized by officials who say permits weren't obtained.

Hardworking Police K9 Ikar Dies

A police K9 named Ikar has died, officials announced. Ikar was a favorite in the community and loved affection from residents.

Teen Wanted In Fatal Shooting At Hotel: Police

A 16-year-old is wanted in a fatal shooting at a hotel, police said. The victim was also 16.

2 Arrested, Stolen Corvette Recovered As Police Break Up 6 Car Rallies

Police broke up six car rallies in two counties, arresting two people and recovering a stolen Corvette.

Biden Talks $147M In Port Upgrades, Key Bridge Rebuild In MD Visit

President Joe Biden visited the Port of Baltimore this week to discuss $147 million in MD port upgrades and the Key Bridge rebuild.

• Photos Of President Biden Visit To Baltimore Port, Key Bridge Update

More Top Headlines

• MD Burn Ban Declared, Red Flag Warning In Effect
• Animal Cruelty Charges Dropped Against Prince George's K-9 Corporal
• Man Fatally Shot Following 2-Vehicle Crash In Morningside
• Motorcyclist Killed Swerving Around Cow, 2nd Driver Fatally Hit Bovine
• Man Fatally Shot In Fullerton-Overlea Area, Officers Seek Tips: Police
• Thanksgiving Food Drive Starts Nov. 1 In Harford County
• North Laurel/Savage Facade Improvement Grant Program To Beautify Area
• $25M Grant To Bolster Mental Health, Wellness Resources At PGCPS
• Dump Truck Driver Dies After Vehicle Crashes Into Trees
• Speed Limit Lowered On Busy Stretch Of Howard County Highway
• Fatal Crash Victims Identified After Truck Hits Crane On I-83: Police

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