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Firefighters accused a 63-year-old Woodstock man of setting his mother's Pasadena home ablaze. The damage is pictured above.
Firefighters accused a 63-year-old Woodstock man of setting his mother's Pasadena home ablaze. The damage is pictured above. (Courtesy of the Anne Arundel County Fire Department)

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.

Man Arrested In Shooting Death Of Pregnant Woman, Baby

A suspect has been arrested nearly five years after police say he fatally shot a pregnant woman, which led to her baby's death five days later when the child was delivered months early.

Son Burns Mom's Home, Faces Arson Charges: Firefighters

A Howard County man burned his mom's Anne Arundel County home, firefighters said. He faces arson charges. A fire K-9 suffered a minor wound.

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Missing US Flags Sparks Protest, Suspension At School

His classrooms lacked U.S. flags. He protested and was suspended, a report said. The high school senior called the suspension "unlawful."

Puppies Abandoned In Woods Rescued

Animal control officers were informed of abandoned puppies in the woods near Havre de Grace. They found three yellow Labrador retrievers around 5 months old.

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Man Attacks Sleeping Roommate With Dumbbell: Police

A man attacked his sleeping roommate with a dumbbell, police said. He was charged with attempted murder.

Man Found Dead At Bahamas Resort, Family Suspects Foul Play

The family of a Bowie man found dead in the Bahamas believes he was beaten, while police have ruled his death as a drowning, reports say.

Risk Of Invasive Strep Infection Has Spiked: What To Know In MD

An invasive strep infection has surged in Maryland. It can cause flesh-eating disease and organ failure. See how your county fares.

MD Physician Assistant Saves Doctor's Life On Flight From Hawaii

A Howard County physician assistant has been credited for saving a doctor's life on their flight from Hawaii to California.

Person Rescued After Falling Into River From I-95 Millard Tydings Bridge

An individual was rescued by emergency workers after falling into the Susquehanna River from the I-95 Millard Tydings Bridge, officials say.

Bus Aide Charged With Assaulting Students; School Leaders Comment

Howard County school leaders speak out about an incident involving a school bus aide and two nonverbal students whom police say he assaulted.

Immigration Visas Revoked For Unknown Reasons At 3 MD Colleges

Immigration visas were revoked for some international students at three Maryland colleges. The universities don't know why.

Man Wrongfully Deported To El Salvador Must Be Returned To U.S.

A Maryland man with protected legal status was mistakenly deported to El Salvador; the Supreme Court has ordered his return to the U.S.

GoFundMe Set Up For Family Of Wrongfully Deported Maryland Man

A GoFundMe has been established to help the family of a wrongfully deported Maryland man. He and his wife have a child with stress seizures.

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