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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 and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Baltimore Settles 'Ghost Gun' Lawsuit, Maker Halts MD Sales

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced the city reached a settlement with Polymer80, one of the largest manufacturers of ghost gun kits and parts in the United States.

Ravens Zay Flowers' Assault Case Ends With No Charges Filed: Reports

The investigation into a domestic assault allegation against Baltimore Ravens player Zay Flowers was suspended without any criminal charges filed against the wide receiver, reports said.

Bond Denied For 2 Teens Arrested In Toddler's Fatal Shooting

Two teenagers have been charged in connection with the shooting death of 2-year-old Jeremy Poou-Caceres of Chillum while his mom pushed him in a stroller on Feb. 8.

Bird Flu Case Confirmed In MD Backyard Flock

Maryland state health officials confirmed a case of avian influenza was detected in a backyard flock in Charles County.

• Rabid Raccoon Prompts Warning From Health Official
• Treatment For Mystery Dog Disease Focus Of UMD Veterinarian's Research

Rescuers Free Betsy The Cow From Muddy Pond

Betsy the cow needed an extra nudge after she became stuck in a pond. By the time she was set free, Betsy was udderly grateful for her heroes.

Firefighters Will Stay At Fire Station While Repairs Are Made

Fire Chief Tiffany Green announced at a community meeting that the county fire and EMS career firefighters will remain at the Beltsville Volunteer Fire Station 831 in order to keep it staffed while repairs are made to the station.

• Residents Flee Homes As Fires Ignite: Fire Department
• Farm Tractor, Vehicle Catch On Fire, Business Fills With Smoke
• Vacant Home Often Targeted By Vandals Set On Fire: Fire Marshal

3 Baltimore County Cops Face Charges In Assault Case: Reports

Three Baltimore County police officers are facing charges connected to an incident last September during which one of the officers pepper-sprayed an escaped prisoner in the face while inside a patrol car with the windows rolled up, according to multiple reports.

Coach Travels From GA To Maryland, Strangles Girlfriend: Police

A high school football coach from Georgia has been charged in connection to the fatal strangulation of his girlfriend in her Accokeek home.

• Slain Nurse Was A 'Constant Source Of Joy': Family

School Security Guard A Suspect In Rape Of Teen: Report

A security guard from Upper Marlboro who worked at a Georgetown middle school has been charged in connection to the sexual abuse of a student seven years ago when she was in eighth grade at Hardy Middle School.

Man Pleads Guilty In Woman's Fatal Shooting In Front Of Daughter

An Edgewood man has pleaded guilty to a domestic violence murder from December 2022 that was caught on tape.

Deputy Convicted Of Raping Ex With Baby Nearby: Prosecutor

A Prince George's County sheriff's deputy has been found guilty of rape after a four-day trial by jury.

Armed Robber Sentenced In Case Targeting U.S. Postal Worker

A Temple Hills man has been sentenced in connection to the armed robbery of a U.S. postal worker based out of the Oak Hall Post Office.

'In God's Backyard' Housing Movement Finds Believers In MD County

Montgomery County officials will be holding a public hearing on a proposed change to zoning codes that would allow churches to build both townhouses and apartment buildings on their property as a way to increase the supply of affordable housing in the county.

Men Convicted In Scheme To Defraud Apple Out Of 5,000 iPhones

Two Maryland residents were found guilty by a federal jury of participating in a scheme to defraud Apple Inc. out of millions of dollars’ worth of iPhones, according to the U.S. attorney’s office.

Family Members Plead Guilty To Fraudulent COVID Unemployment Claims

Three Rockville residents pleaded guilty to filing at least 38 fraudulent unemployment insurance claims during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Maryland attorney general’s office.

More Top Headlines

• Suspect Arrested In Fatal Shooting At Restaurant: Police
• Man Seriously Injured Trying To Stop Carjacking: Police
• Man Shoots Relative, Kidnaps Girl In Family Dispute
• Man Who Died In Police Custody Identified By State
• Credit Union Employee Convicted In Bank Fraud, ID Theft Case
• Suspect Sought In String Of Catalytic Converter Thefts: Police
• $25K Reward Offered For Information In Fatal Shooting: Police
• Baltimore Man Taken Into Custody For Driving Car Reported Stolen In NC
• 2 Arrested For Attempted Strong-Arm Robbery, Auto Theft

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