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‘Hands-On’ Contest Winner Gives Mom New Car

William Holmes loves his mom, that goes without saying. He decided to man up and put his words into action – by winning his mother a new car. Even though his car has been out of commission for a month.

At the Hyundai “Hands On” contest at the Washington Auto Show, William had to spend five nights and six days at the Washington Convention Center. >>> read more.

Boy Restrained, Burned Wanted to Die; Parents Charged

A 7-year-old boy told authorities he wanted to die during the months his father and stepmother allegedly scalded him with water, tied him to a bed and wrapped him in plastic.

Craig Anthoney Williams, 42, and Nicole Williams, 39, both of Clarksburg, were charged with child abuse. WJLA says the couple initially had their bonds set at $300,000 and $400,000, respectively. A judge lowered that to $10,000 each and they were released Thursday. >>> read more.

»Photo of William and Margaret Holmes, courtesy of Washington Auto Show

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‘Pro-Rape’ Organizer Outed Living in Mom’s Silver Spring Basement

• A British tabloid says Roosh V blogger called Montgomery County Police to report worldwide threats against him.

Super Bowl 50 DUI Crackdown: MD Police Agencies

• Having or going to a Super Bowl party this Sunday? Plan in advance how to get guests, or yourself, home safely. There’s an app for that.

No Bail for Laurel Teen Charged in Virginia Girl’s Death

• The Virginia Tech student allegedly told authorities that she was ‘excited’ about secret plot to kill Nicole Lovell.

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