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Morgan State University Shooting: 4 Persons Of Interest Sought

Baltimore police released a video showing four persons of interest sought in connection with the shooting at Morgan State University that wounded five people and prompted an hours-long lockdown.

Reward For Escaped VA Inmate Increased To $20K: U.S. Marshals

Federal and local authorities on continued to search for a 21-year-old Virginia Department of Corrections escapee wanted in connection with an armed carjacking in Montgomery County, Maryland, last month.

Man Indicted In Teacher's Gruesome Death: Prosecutor

A University Park man has been indicted in connection to the killing of Mariame Toure Sylla, a Greenbelt teacher. Sylla disappeared on an evening walk at a park near her condo on July 29. Days later, her partial remains were found by a pond near Joint Base Andrews; she had been dismembered.

Judge Halts Lawsuits Amid Baltimore Archdiocese Bankruptcy: Report

A federal bankruptcy judge temporarily stopped all lawsuits against Catholic schools, charities and parishes associated with the Archdiocese of Baltimore just days after the organization filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to a report.

Anonymous Donor Increases Reward For Information In Rachel Morin Case

An anonymous woman has donated an additional $10,000 to the reward being offered for information leading to the capture and conviction of 37-year-old Rachel Morin of Bel Air.

MD Supreme Court Hears 'Serial' Subject Adnan Syed's Case: Reports

Adnan Syed, whose murder conviction in the 1999 slaying of Hae Min Lee remains in limbo, appeared before the Maryland Supreme Court on Thursday in an appeal that could determine whether he remains free or returns to jail.

Arrest Made In Fatal Shooting Of Deputy: Councilman

A man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of off-duty Howard County deputy Ryan Demby, who was killed when a fight broke out at a Baltimore bar, according to police and Baltimore councilman Eric Costello.

• Judge Delays Trial For Accused Cop Shooter: Report

Drinking Water Tests Negative For Parasite: Officials

Public works officials said new samples from the Druid Lake Reservoir, one of two open-air reservoirs that provide drinking water to the Baltimore area, tested negative for the parasite Cryptosporidium.

4 Killed When Stolen Kia Crashes Into Tree, Bursts Into Flames: Police

Four people died in a fiery car crash in Mitchellville. The vehicle that burned up had been involved in an armed carjacking earlier that day in Greenbelt.

Toddler's Death Ruled Homicide, Mom's Boyfriend Faces Charges: Police

A 38-year-old Maryland man has been charged in connection to the death of a 2-year-old child. The suspect, Kevin Robinson, the toddler and the toddler's mother lived together in the same apartment.

Woman Sets Home On Fire With Man Inside: Fire Marshal

A woman has been charged with arson and attempted murder after officials say she intentionally set the front porch of her home on fire while someone was inside.

Businessman Pleads Guilty To Fraudulently Getting $1M In COVID Funds

A 52-year-old man has pleaded guilty to the charge of conspiracy to commit wire fraud relating to the submission of fraudulent claims for the Paycheck Protection Program benefits under the CARES Act, enacted to help provide assistance due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mechanic Admits Stealing $223K At Car Dealership: Prosecutor

A man has admitted he made hundreds of bogus repair claims to steal more than $200,000 from the Bel Air car dealership where he worked, prosecutors said.

Boyfriend In Custody After Fatally Shooting Girlfriend: Police

A 43-year-old man has been charged in connection with the shooting death of his girlfriend, 43-year-old Courtney Blacksher.

Random Bystander Stabbed In The Head, Suspect On The Run: Police

Police continue to search for the man they say stabbed a random bystander in the head. The Laurel Police Department has obtained an arrest warrant for Aric Carpenter, 26, for attempted murder, first-degree assault and other charges.

Man Fatally Shot, $25K Reward Offered For Information: Police

A 41-year-old man has been fatally shot. A reward of up to $25,000 has been offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

University Of Maryland Commuter Bus Crashes Into Light Pole: Official

At least 30 people were hurt after a University of Maryland commuter bus crashed into a light pole in the southbound lanes of Baltimore Avenue near the off-ramp to University Boulevard.

Man Indicted For Role In Drug Trafficking: MD Attorney General

A man has been indicted for his role in a criminal enterprise responsible for trafficking large amounts of fentanyl and cocaine. The investigation has resulted in the seizure of 37 firearms, including three assault weapons, three handguns equipped with Glock switch attachments.

More Top Headlines

• Football Game Ends With An Edgewood HS Victory And Shots Fired: Police
• Crews Remove 2K Pounds of Debris After Tropical Storm Ophelia
• Man Sentenced After Fatal Shooting Following Argument: Prosecutor
• Man Convicted In Car Wash Vacuum Machine Break-Ins: Prosecutor
• Prince George's 'Pigeon Drop' Scam Suspect Arrested In FL: Police
• Suspects Charged After Shooting, Running Over Man: Police
• Suspect Caught On Surveillance Video In Dawson Market Armed Robbery
• Rockville Man Fatally Injured When Motorcycle, Jeep Collide: Police
• Surveillance Video Of Silver Spring Armed Carjacking Released

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