John Davisson, Patch Staff
- Laurel, MD
Phone: 203-816-1731
John was born and raised just outside of Baltimore. He graduated in 2008 from Columbia University, where he served as editor in chief of the Columbia Daily Spectator. He then interned at Talking Points Memo and the Baltimore Examiner and was a contributing writer for Who Runs Gov. John joined Patch in February 2010, initially working as an editor in Southbury and Darien, Connecticut. He transferred to Maryland in November 2011, where he covered the towns of Riverdale Park and University Park. He was later named editor of College Park Patch and Laurel Patch.
Posting Activity
Laurel|News|
Naked Shooting Suspect on PCP Climbs Fire Truck in Calverton (Graphic Video)
Authorities in Prince George's County confronted the Silver Spring man Wednesday in a Calverton parking lot.
Laurel|News|
Missing Laurel 9-Year-Old Found Safe at Scotchtown Hills Elementary
After an extensive search, police discovered that the girl had spent the night at her school.
College Park, MD|News|
College Park Council Votes to Oppose Latest Cafritz Plan
Members recommended, 5-2-1, that county officials reject the developer's preliminary plan of subdivision.
College Park, MD|News|
How Do Hospital Bills Stack Up in Prince George's County?
The price of colonoscopies, MRIs, CT scans, and mammograms vary widely according to hospital and geography.
Laurel|News|
Police: Rainey Admits to Involvement in West Laurel Killings
The 59-year-old is accused of fatally shooting his wife and stepdaughter in their home.
Laurel|News|
Surging SUV Strikes Man, House in South Laurel
The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Laurel|News|
Laurel Mall Redevelopment: New Tenant, Construction Schedule Unveiled
Sports Authority joins the list of businesses for Towne Centre Laurel. Retail construction is due to wrap up in Oct. 2014.
Laurel|News|
Police: Two Women Dead in West Laurel Killings; Two Others Flee to Safety
The victims were reportedly related to the suspect, a 59-year-old man who is now in custody.
Laurel|News|
Man Accused of Shooting Wife, Stepdaughter to Death in West Laurel; Son Flees to Safety
The suspect, 59-year-old Ronnie Lee Rainey, was taken into custody after briefly barricading himself in his home.
College Park, MD|News|
College Park Crime: Assault on Boteler Ln., Break-In on Regents Dr.
A summary of incidents from May 5-11.
Laurel|News|
Laurel Crime: Man Holds Up 7-Eleven, Student Robbed Near High School
A rundown of recent arrests and police responses.
Kensington, MD|News|
ICC Speed Limit Officially Increases to 60 MPH This Weekend
Weather permitting, officials are changing posted limits.
Laurel|News|
Broken Pipe Releases 15,000 Gallons of Sewage in North Laurel
The leak affected the Hammond Branch, a tributary of the Little Patuxent River.
College Park, MD|News|
Saturday: First Annual College Park Book Festival
Drop by for a chance to meet local authors, swap books, and keep the kids entertained for an hour or two.
Laurel|News|
Where to Grab Mother's Day Brunch in Prince George's County
From Mulligan's Grill to Rip's County Inn to Red Sky Steak & Fish House, mom's got options.
Laurel|News|
Investigators Seek Clues in South Laurel Killings; $25,000 Reward Offered
Police are still working to identify a suspect and motive in last week's incident.
Laurel|News|
Police: Woman Robbed at Knifepoint in Maryland City
Investigators are working to identify a suspect.
Laurel|News|
Same-Sex Domestic Partners to Lose State Benefits
Maryland's approval of gay marriage has forced a change in health coverage for state workers.
Bowie, MD|News|
Where to Grab Mother's Day Brunch in Prince George's County
From Mulligan's Grill to Rip's County Inn to Red Sky Steak & Fish House, mom's got options.
