An appeals court says an Afghan refugee granted asylum in 1999 can stay in the U.S. despite pleading guilty to second degree assault on a Montgomery County police officer.
An appeals court says an Afghan refugee granted asylum in 1999 can stay in the U.S. despite pleading guilty to second degree assault on a Montgomery County police officer.
The family of a man shot and killed by an undercover Baltimore police officer in 2009 has settled a lawsuit against the city for $100,000.
The family of a man shot and killed by an undercover Baltimore police officer in 2009 has settled a lawsuit against the city for $100,000.
Maryland's Allegany County is looking to update its regulations governing tattoo shops, making changes that would let the shops tattoo kids with the permission of their parents.
Maryland's Allegany County is looking to update its regulations governing tattoo shops, making changes that would let the shops tattoo kids with the permission of their parents.
Baltimore County Police say an elderly couple has been hospitalized after being struck by a car in Parkville. WBAL-TV reports the man and woman were struck Saturday night as they were crossing Harford Road near Putty Hill...
A University of Maryland Baltimore County student was found stabbed in his residence hall, and a student who had withdrawn from the school has been arrested.
A University of Maryland Baltimore County student was found stabbed in his residence hall, and a student who had withdrawn from the school has been arrested.
Baltimore County Police say an elderly couple has been hospitalized after being struck by a car in Parkville.
Baltimore County Police say an elderly couple has been hospitalized after being struck by a car in Parkville.
A North Carolina woman maimed in last month's Boston Marathon bombings is back home.
A North Carolina woman maimed in last month's Boston Marathon bombings is back home.
Police in Frederick say they arrested a female driver after a brief pursuit and charged her with driving under the influence and other charges.
Police in Frederick say they arrested a female driver after a brief pursuit and charged her with driving under the influence and other charges.
The planned opening of Maryland's fourth casino this week is bringing changes to Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland.
The planned opening of Maryland's fourth casino this week is bringing changes to Rocky Gap State Park near Cumberland.
President Barack Obama is delivering the commencement address at Morehouse College, the historically black, all-male institution that counts Martin Luther King Jr. among its alumni.
President Barack Obama is delivering the commencement address at Morehouse College, the historically black, all-male institution that counts Martin Luther King Jr. among its alumni.
Baltimore County police say a man killed a woman inside her Arbutus home and then apparently tried to kill himself.
Oxbow has won the Preakness, ruining Orb's bid to capture the Triple Crown.
Oxbow has won the Preakness, ruining Orb's bid to capture the Triple Crown.
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
A new federal report says inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards.
Baltimore County police say a man killed a woman inside her Arbutus home and then apparently tried to kill himself.
Baltimore County police say a man killed a woman inside her Arbutus home and then apparently tried to kill himself.
A yet-to-be-released report finds that Baltimore has made little progress in curbing animal abuse since a special commission was formed in 2009.
A yet-to-be-released report finds that Baltimore has made little progress in curbing animal abuse since a special commission was formed in 2009.
A therapist at a community health clinic in Salisbury has been charged with making unwanted sexual advances on a patient.
A therapist at a community health clinic in Salisbury has been charged with making unwanted sexual advances on a patient.
A Landover man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for carjacking and kidnapping three elderly men in a mall parking lot.
A Landover man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for carjacking and kidnapping three elderly men in a mall parking lot.
The owner of a Frederick tobacco shop has been charged with selling synthetic marijuana.
The owner of a Frederick tobacco shop has been charged with selling synthetic marijuana.
Officials in Maryland and Delaware beach towns are ready to usher in what they hope is a strong summer beach season.
Officials in Maryland and Delaware beach towns are ready to usher in what they hope is a strong summer beach season.
A Frederick man has been charged with soliciting an undercover police officer for sex.
A Frederick man has been charged with soliciting an undercover police officer for sex.
President Barack Obama is calling attention to his economic proposals and efforts to expand the middle class.
President Barack Obama is calling attention to his economic proposals and efforts to expand the middle class.
The head of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Service's internal investigative unit is leaving for a federal job.
The head of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Service's internal investigative unit is leaving for a federal job.
Prince George's County police say they've arrested three men in connection with more than 50 burglaries, including one that resulted in a loss of nearly $70,000.
Prince George's County police say they've arrested three men in connection with more than 50 burglaries, including one that resulted in a loss of nearly $70,000.
A former U.S. Postal Service official has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for accepting at least $40,000 in bribes to help a Maryland company receive $6 million in contracts.
A former U.S. Postal Service official has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for accepting at least $40,000 in bribes to help a Maryland company receive $6 million in contracts.
Two people suspected in setting a string of fires on Virginia's Eastern Shore have been found competent to stand trial.
Two people suspected in setting a string of fires on Virginia's Eastern Shore have been found competent to stand trial.
Michelle Obama is using an address to college students in Maryland to stress the importance of education to the African-American community.
Michelle Obama is using an address to college students in Maryland to stress the importance of education to the African-American community.
Two sponsors of the Maryland Correctional Officers' Bill of Rights are defending it against FBI criticism in the Baltimore jail corruption scandal.
Two sponsors of the Maryland Correctional Officers' Bill of Rights are defending it against FBI criticism in the Baltimore jail corruption scandal.
A man arrested in Delaware in the takedown of an alleged East Coast cigarette smuggling ring that authorities believe may have funneled money to terrorist groups is being held on $12.5 million cash bail.
A man arrested in Delaware in the takedown of an alleged East Coast cigarette smuggling ring that authorities believe may have funneled money to terrorist groups is being held on $12.5 million cash bail.
Maryland is expanding MARC rail service beyond the work week.
Maryland is expanding MARC rail service beyond the work week.
Officials say a 22-year-old Delaware State University football player from Maryland was seriously injured in a crash with a box truck and a tour bus in Middletown.
Officials say a 22-year-old Delaware State University football player from Maryland was seriously injured in a crash with a box truck and a tour bus in Middletown.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown will stand in for Gov. Martin O'Malley during the high-profile trophy presentation to the winner of the Preakness Stakes.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown will stand in for Gov. Martin O'Malley during the high-profile trophy presentation to the winner of the Preakness Stakes.
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama visits to Baltimore today to highlight the country's slowly improving jobs picture. The president plans to focus on one of the manufacturing companies still thriving in the city....
Michelle Obama will speak to roughly 600 graduating seniors from Bowie State University.
Michelle Obama will speak to roughly 600 graduating seniors from Bowie State University.
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is holding its staff appreciation day in Bethesda.
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center is holding its staff appreciation day in Bethesda.
President Barack Obama is leaving behind scandal-focused Washington to focus on the country's slowly improving jobs picture.
President Barack Obama is leaving behind scandal-focused Washington to focus on the country's slowly improving jobs picture.
President Barack Obama is coming to Baltimore.
President Barack Obama is coming to Baltimore.
The world's best whitewater paddlers are coming to western Maryland.
The world's best whitewater paddlers are coming to western Maryland.
Commercial runways will be temporarily closed at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Commercial runways will be temporarily closed at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
An Army sergeant has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2009 killings of five fellow service members at a combat stress clinic in Iraq.
An Army sergeant has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2009 killings of five fellow service members at a combat stress clinic in Iraq.
Prince George's County Police have arrested four Washington residents for the slaying of a man in his Brandywine home.
Prince George's County Police have arrested four Washington residents for the slaying of a man in his Brandywine home.
Howard County police say a man was fatally shot outside his Columbia apartment.
Howard County police say a man was fatally shot outside his Columbia apartment.
An American imprisoned in Cuba has settled a lawsuit against the Maryland-based company he was working for when he was arrested. The lawsuit claimed he was not properly warned about or prepared for the risks of his...
An American imprisoned in Cuba has settled a lawsuit against the Maryland-based company he was working for when he was arrested. The lawsuit claimed he was not properly warned about or prepared for the risks of his work.
Prince George's County Police have arrested a man they say shot someone, took off his clothes and climbed into a fire truck. Officers say the man was high on PCP.
Prince George's County Police have arrested a man they say shot someone, took off his clothes and climbed into a fire truck. Officers say the man was high on PCP.
A report by legislative auditors says the Maryland Tax Court failed more than 40 percent of the time to resolve homeowners' appeals of property-tax assessments within 90 days of filing, as state law requires.
A report by legislative auditors says the Maryland Tax Court failed more than 40 percent of the time to resolve homeowners' appeals of property-tax assessments within 90 days of filing, as state law requires.
Carroll County Sheriff Ken Tregoning says he will not seek re-election to a fifth term next year.
Carroll County Sheriff Ken Tregoning says he will not seek re-election to a fifth term next year.
The Kennedy Center is unveiling a new process to select artists who receive one of the nation's top arts prizes after an outside group said Latinos have been largely excluded.
The Kennedy Center is unveiling a new process to select artists who receive one of the nation's top arts prizes after an outside group said Latinos have been largely excluded.
Authorities say an Ecuadorian national in the U.S. illegally has been charged with raping a 9-year-old girl in Baltimore.
Authorities say an Ecuadorian national in the U.S. illegally has been charged with raping a 9-year-old girl in Baltimore.
Authorities say some of the suspects charged in a Virginia-to-New York cigarette smuggling scheme have links to top Hamas officials.
Authorities say some of the suspects charged in a Virginia-to-New York cigarette smuggling scheme have links to top Hamas officials.
A missing gauge containing radioactive material that fell off the back of a truck in West Virginia has been recovered.
A missing gauge containing radioactive material that fell off the back of a truck in West Virginia has been recovered.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced the first round of highway and transit projects that will be paid for with Maryland's first gas tax increase in 20 years.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced the first round of highway and transit projects that will be paid for with Maryland's first gas tax increase in 20 years.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has signed a comprehensive gun-control measure that supporters say makes Maryland's gun laws among the strictest in the nation.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has signed a comprehensive gun-control measure that supporters say makes Maryland's gun laws among the strictest in the nation.
Frederick Community College has released some details about the ouster of its former president following a newspaper's filing of a Public Information Act request and lawsuit.
Frederick Community College has released some details about the ouster of its former president following a newspaper's filing of a Public Information Act request and lawsuit.
Maryland's Fire Marshal is investigating after a pipe bomb was found in a mailbox in rural Carroll County.
Maryland's Fire Marshal is investigating after a pipe bomb was found in a mailbox in rural Carroll County.
A man convicted of breaking into a chicken house but cleared of other charges in the deaths of 33,700 birds killed after power was turned off, is appealing part of his sentence.
A man convicted of breaking into a chicken house but cleared of other charges in the deaths of 33,700 birds killed after power was turned off, is appealing part of his sentence.
Students at Maryland's state universities will be paying a little more next school year.
Students at Maryland's state universities will be paying a little more next school year.
Metro says a train fire at the Silver Spring station may have been started by a loose part striking a power cable.
Metro says a train fire at the Silver Spring station may have been started by a loose part striking a power cable.
Metro says it will close a total of five stations on the green and orange lines for weekend work.
Metro says it will close a total of five stations on the green and orange lines for weekend work.
Maryland's Natural Resources Police have come up with a highly visible way of promoting boater safety.
Maryland's Natural Resources Police have come up with a highly visible way of promoting boater safety.
The Smithsonian Institution is announcing plans for what curators believe is the first exhibition about the visual history of yoga.
The Smithsonian Institution is announcing plans for what curators believe is the first exhibition about the visual history of yoga.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is scheduled to sign a major gun-control measure.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is scheduled to sign a major gun-control measure.
Annapolis police arrested a man for burglary after they say he called them claiming he had been beaten and robbed.
Annapolis police arrested a man for burglary after they say he called them claiming he had been beaten and robbed.
Of the more than 6,500 District of Columbia residents who self-identify as Native Americans, it's not clear how many will be forced to buy health insurance under the Affordable Care Act.
Of the more than 6,500 District of Columbia residents who self-identify as Native Americans, it's not clear how many will be forced to buy health insurance under the Affordable Care Act.
A 50-year-old man has been sentenced to four life sentences plus 25 years in prison for repeatedly raping a 13-year-old girl in a vacant Baltimore house.
A 50-year-old man has been sentenced to four life sentences plus 25 years in prison for repeatedly raping a 13-year-old girl in a vacant Baltimore house.
After receiving complaints from downtown residents and businesses, the Annapolis City Council is considering a limit on the number of festivals allowed.
After receiving complaints from downtown residents and businesses, the Annapolis City Council is considering a limit on the number of festivals allowed.
A western Maryland man has had his hunting privileges suspended for two years to resolve charges that he shot two black bears out of season.
A western Maryland man has had his hunting privileges suspended for two years to resolve charges that he shot two black bears out of season.
Virginia Railway Express and MARC are warning passengers that travel may be slowed by heat-related speed restrictions.
Virginia Railway Express and MARC are warning passengers that travel may be slowed by heat-related speed restrictions.
Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Frank Weathersbee is retiring after 25 years in the job.
Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Frank Weathersbee is retiring after 25 years in the job.
A jury has awarded $8.6 million to the family of a man who was fatally stabbed at a club in Forestville, but the victory may be largely symbolic.
A jury has awarded $8.6 million to the family of a man who was fatally stabbed at a club in Forestville, but the victory may be largely symbolic.
Maryland State Police say they're asking local officers in at least one county to patrol state highways due to a trooper shortage and a reorganization of the state agency.
Maryland State Police say they're asking local officers in at least one county to patrol state highways due to a trooper shortage and a reorganization of the state agency.
For once, Gov. Martin O'Malley got a pleasant surprise from Comptroller Peter Franchot at the start of a Board of Public Works meeting.
For once, Gov. Martin O'Malley got a pleasant surprise from Comptroller Peter Franchot at the start of a Board of Public Works meeting.
Police in Hagerstown say a speed camera contractor will refund more than $54,000 to about 1,600 drivers because it failed to get its equipment inspected as often as state law requires.
Police in Hagerstown say a speed camera contractor will refund more than $54,000 to about 1,600 drivers because it failed to get its equipment inspected as often as state law requires.
A University of Delaware-led study has found that decades-old federal standards overestimate current poultry industry contributions to water pollution.
A University of Delaware-led study has found that decades-old federal standards overestimate current poultry industry contributions to water pollution.
A Maryland judge has denied a peace order for a Wicomico County family whose landlord is charged with burning their home.
A Maryland judge has denied a peace order for a Wicomico County family whose landlord is charged with burning their home.
Metro says a mechanical problem started a fire on train at the Silver Spring station that disrupted red line service between Takoma and Forest Glen.
Metro says a mechanical problem started a fire on train at the Silver Spring station that disrupted red line service between Takoma and Forest Glen.
Construction industry experts will be talking about the proposed Purple Line light rail project.
Construction industry experts will be talking about the proposed Purple Line light rail project.
Fort Detrick is welcoming a new garrison commander to the Army installation in Frederick.
Fort Detrick is welcoming a new garrison commander to the Army installation in Frederick.
Flags in Maryland are flying at half-staff in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day honoring law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty.
Flags in Maryland are flying at half-staff in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, a day honoring law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty.
A small Maryland city just outside the Washington, D.C., city limits has voted to lower the voting age for city elections to 16.
A small Maryland city just outside the Washington, D.C., city limits has voted to lower the voting age for city elections to 16.
Selectmen have voted down a Maryland developer's proposal to build a slot parlor in Boxborough, northwest of Boston.
Selectmen have voted down a Maryland developer's proposal to build a slot parlor in Boxborough, northwest of Boston.
A Delaware man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for plotting to sell heroin and cocaine on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
A Delaware man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for plotting to sell heroin and cocaine on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
FBI and National Archive officials are returning to their rightful owners more than 10,000 important historical documents seized during a massive theft investigation involving a well-known collector of presidential...
FBI and National Archive officials are returning to their rightful owners more than 10,000 important historical documents seized during a massive theft investigation involving a well-known collector of presidential...
A man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in a shooting at a Baltimore carryout restaurant.
A man has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in a shooting at a Baltimore carryout restaurant.
Catholic University says a charitable foundation is pledging $4 million to its nursing school to fund scholarships for students pursuing nursing jobs in the Washington area.
Catholic University says a charitable foundation is pledging $4 million to its nursing school to fund scholarships for students pursuing nursing jobs in the Washington area.
A lawyer for an inmate accused of leading a jailhouse gang in Maryland is asking that his client be moved out of state.
A lawyer for an inmate accused of leading a jailhouse gang in Maryland is asking that his client be moved out of state.
The U.S. Navy says it has successfully launched an unmanned aircraft from the deck of an aircraft carrier.
The U.S. Navy says it has successfully launched an unmanned aircraft from the deck of an aircraft carrier.
Mount St. Mary's University President Thomas Powell says he's stepping down but not leaving the Catholic school in Emmitsburg that he has run for 10 years.
Mount St. Mary's University President Thomas Powell says he's stepping down but not leaving the Catholic school in Emmitsburg that he has run for 10 years.
Washington County public school officials say they're considering a dress code for teachers.
Washington County public school officials say they're considering a dress code for teachers.
The Baltimore City Council has given a preliminary approval to a bill that would require local hiring for contractors.
The Baltimore City Council has given a preliminary approval to a bill that would require local hiring for contractors.
Baltimore County police say an officer accused of engaging in sexual activity while on duty has pleaded guilty to misconduct in office.
Baltimore County police say an officer accused of engaging in sexual activity while on duty has pleaded guilty to misconduct in office.
Police say a North Carolina man is a suspect in the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend in Maryland.
Police say a North Carolina man is a suspect in the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend in Maryland.
Maryland faith leaders will be gathering for a summit to learn more about new health insurance options under the federal health care overhaul.
Maryland faith leaders will be gathering for a summit to learn more about new health insurance options under the federal health care overhaul.
The Navy is preparing to launch an unmanned aircraft from the deck of an aircraft carrier for the first time.
The Navy is preparing to launch an unmanned aircraft from the deck of an aircraft carrier for the first time.
The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is proposing a six-month expiration of parental consent for minor indoor tanning.
The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is proposing a six-month expiration of parental consent for minor indoor tanning.
Maryland's Washington College is preparing to announce the winner of the nation's largest literary prize for undergraduate college students.
Maryland's Washington College is preparing to announce the winner of the nation's largest literary prize for undergraduate college students.
A man charged with stabbing a teenage girl he had been accused of molesting has pleaded guilty to two crimes.
A man charged with stabbing a teenage girl he had been accused of molesting has pleaded guilty to two crimes.
Ocean City Police say an officer and another person were hurt when a motor scooter rear-ended the officer's patrol vehicle.
Ocean City Police say an officer and another person were hurt when a motor scooter rear-ended the officer's patrol vehicle.
Baltimore County police have identified a woman who was shot by an officer while carrying a metallic replica of a large-caliber handgun.
Baltimore County police have identified a woman who was shot by an officer while carrying a metallic replica of a large-caliber handgun.
Frederick police say an allegedly drunken driver may face new charges now that the pedestrian injured in a collision has died.
Frederick police say an allegedly drunken driver may face new charges now that the pedestrian injured in a collision has died.
A teenage girl charged in her father's death remains in custody along with her boyfriend, who is also accused in the killing.
A teenage girl charged in her father's death remains in custody along with her boyfriend, who is also accused in the killing.
The Carroll County state's attorney says he won't pursue a manslaughter conviction in a 2011 tavern beating because the state's main eyewitness isn't credible.
The Carroll County state's attorney says he won't pursue a manslaughter conviction in a 2011 tavern beating because the state's main eyewitness isn't credible.
The former director of a shuttered workplace for developmentally disabled adults in Frederick is out of jail.
The former director of a shuttered workplace for developmentally disabled adults in Frederick is out of jail.
Washington National Cathedral and George Washington's Mount Vernon estate have both won $100,000 grants among 24 sites around the nation's capital competing for historic preservation funds.
Washington National Cathedral and George Washington's Mount Vernon estate have both won $100,000 grants among 24 sites around the nation's capital competing for historic preservation funds.
Prince George's County police say they are investigating whether anyone has been harmed at a Laurel home after a man called 911 threatening to harm himself.
Prince George's County police say they are investigating whether anyone has been harmed at a Laurel home after a man called 911 threatening to harm himself.
Delegate Don Dwyer and his attorney will be speaking to the media about his upcoming trial on charges related to a boating accident.
Delegate Don Dwyer and his attorney will be speaking to the media about his upcoming trial on charges related to a boating accident.
The Newseum in Washington says it's re-evaluating plans to include two people on its Journalists Memorial honoring journalists who died last year while covering the news.
The Newseum in Washington says it's re-evaluating plans to include two people on its Journalists Memorial honoring journalists who died last year while covering the news.
Gamblers will soon be able to try their luck at the Casino at Ocean Downs around the clock every day.
Gamblers will soon be able to try their luck at the Casino at Ocean Downs around the clock every day.
A military judge at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington could decide Monday whether an Army sergeant who fatally shot five fellow service members in Iraq acted with premeditation.
A military judge at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington could decide Monday whether an Army sergeant who fatally shot five fellow service members in Iraq acted with premeditation.
Officials in Washington have hit the half-way point of Potholepalooza, their annual month-long campaign to fill in potholes, and say they've eclipsed the number of potholes filled during the entire 2012 campaign.
Officials in Washington have hit the half-way point of Potholepalooza, their annual month-long campaign to fill in potholes, and say they've eclipsed the number of potholes filled during the entire 2012 campaign.
A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for a veterans center in Baltimore County.
A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for a veterans center in Baltimore County.
Officials say the historic Harford County Circuit Courthouse in Bel Air was damaged when a tree fell on it during a thunderstorm.
Officials say the historic Harford County Circuit Courthouse in Bel Air was damaged when a tree fell on it during a thunderstorm.
Ocean City police are investigating a hit-and-run in which the person who was hit was the one who ran.
Ocean City police are investigating a hit-and-run in which the person who was hit was the one who ran.
Authorities say the northbound lanes of Interstate 95 have been closed in Laurel after a person fell or jumped from a highway overpass.
Authorities say the northbound lanes of Interstate 95 have been closed in Laurel after a person fell or jumped from a highway overpass.
Project leaders for Metro's purple line say they're optimistic that the 16-mile light rail line will be open by 2020.
Project leaders for Metro's purple line say they're optimistic that the 16-mile light rail line will be open by 2020.
Baltimore County police say a woman shot by an officer was carrying a metallic replica of a large-caliber handgun.
Baltimore County police say a woman shot by an officer was carrying a metallic replica of a large-caliber handgun.
Baltimore public schools are on the verge of a makeover that officials hope will provide safer learning conditions and spark an era of academic achievement.
Baltimore public schools are on the verge of a makeover that officials hope will provide safer learning conditions and spark an era of academic achievement.
Maryland officials are concerned about a possible gypsy moth outbreak in parts of the state.
Maryland officials are concerned about a possible gypsy moth outbreak in parts of the state.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has formally endorsed Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown to be his successor.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has formally endorsed Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown to be his successor.
A lawsuit that accused a Montgomery County elementary school principal of retaliation has been settled just days before a trial was scheduled to begin.
A lawsuit that accused a Montgomery County elementary school principal of retaliation has been settled just days before a trial was scheduled to begin.
A Maryland state delegate accused of operating a powerboat while drunk plans to discuss the charges against him as he prepares to stand trial.
A Maryland state delegate accused of operating a powerboat while drunk plans to discuss the charges against him as he prepares to stand trial.
A Montgomery County high school student recorded a cellphone video at a testing center, potentially invalidating the Advanced Placement tests of about 275 classmates.
A Montgomery County high school student recorded a cellphone video at a testing center, potentially invalidating the Advanced Placement tests of about 275 classmates.
A Delaware man made a startling discovery when he hit the beach this week: a shark.
A Delaware man made a startling discovery when he hit the beach this week: a shark.
Maryland officials are offering ways for residents to get rid of their guns this weekend.
Maryland officials are offering ways for residents to get rid of their guns this weekend.
Baltimore County police say an officer shot and seriously wounded a woman who pulled a gun on him.
Baltimore County police say an officer shot and seriously wounded a woman who pulled a gun on him.
Frederick police say a man who drove away from them during an attempted traffic stop drove the vehicle into a pond.
Frederick police say a man who drove away from them during an attempted traffic stop drove the vehicle into a pond.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is seeking to become Maryland's next governor.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is seeking to become Maryland's next governor.
President Barack Obama will visit Baltimore as part of a series of quick trips around the country to emphasize his economic proposals.
President Barack Obama will visit Baltimore as part of a series of quick trips around the country to emphasize his economic proposals.
Two more casino companies have applied for a license to build a casino near the nation's capital, bringing the total number of applicants to three.
Two more casino companies have applied for a license to build a casino near the nation's capital, bringing the total number of applicants to three.
Baltimore Gas and Electric says customers recycled more than 400 room air conditioners through the company's recycling drop-off event last weekend.
Baltimore Gas and Electric says customers recycled more than 400 room air conditioners through the company's recycling drop-off event last weekend.
State officials are setting aside millions of dollars to address backlogs in background checks that have soared since the December school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
State officials are setting aside millions of dollars to address backlogs in background checks that have soared since the December school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
Howard County police say an Ellicott City man has been fatally stabbed in what they are calling a domestic incident.
Howard County police say an Ellicott City man has been fatally stabbed in what they are calling a domestic incident.
Maryland Republicans say some additional steps are being taken to address security concerns at the Baltimore City Detention Center, and they are calling for more changes.
Maryland Republicans say some additional steps are being taken to address security concerns at the Baltimore City Detention Center, and they are calling for more changes.
Maryland State Police have arrested a Baltimore police officer and a woman he lives with on prostitution charges.
Maryland State Police have arrested a Baltimore police officer and a woman he lives with on prostitution charges.
Constellation Energy Nuclear Group says one of two nuclear reactors at the Calvert Cliffs power plant shut down automatically after a malfunction.
Constellation Energy Nuclear Group says one of two nuclear reactors at the Calvert Cliffs power plant shut down automatically after a malfunction.
Montgomery County police say a 77-year-old woman was killed when an SUV hit the Wheaton bus shelter where she was sitting.
Montgomery County police say a 77-year-old woman was killed when an SUV hit the Wheaton bus shelter where she was sitting.
The National Aquarium says it will close its Washington branch in the fall.
The National Aquarium says it will close its Washington branch in the fall.
The throngs are swooning but Prince Harry is having none of it.
The throngs are swooning but Prince Harry is having none of it.
Montgomery County's 22nd annual Affordable Housing Summit is happening this week.
Montgomery County's 22nd annual Affordable Housing Summit is happening this week.
New York City lawmakers are considering a proposal to give hundreds of thousands of immigrants the right to vote in local elections.
New York City lawmakers are considering a proposal to give hundreds of thousands of immigrants the right to vote in local elections.
By BRETT ZONGKER Associated Press Historians and doctors have long debated what medical complications caused the death of legendary Confederate fighter Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, felled by...
By BRETT ZONGKER Associated Press Historians and doctors have long debated what medical complications caused the death of legendary Confederate fighter Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, felled by friendly fire...
The Environmental Protection Agency and other departments are expanding a program for restoring and improving urban waterways nationwide.
The Environmental Protection Agency and other departments are expanding a program for restoring and improving urban waterways nationwide.
No Maryland lieutenant governor has ever been elected governor of the state, but Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is hoping to make history by becoming the first.
No Maryland lieutenant governor has ever been elected governor of the state, but Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is hoping to make history by becoming the first.
The Humane Society of Washington County is planning to build a spay-and-neuter clinic as an expansion to the existing shelter.
The Humane Society of Washington County is planning to build a spay-and-neuter clinic as an expansion to the existing shelter.
A Democratic state lawmaker is reintroducing legislation to allow more casinos in Delaware.
A Democratic state lawmaker is reintroducing legislation to allow more casinos in Delaware.
The Harford County Sheriff's Office says a man was struck and killed by a CSX train while he was walking on the tracks in Joppa.
The Harford County Sheriff's Office says a man was struck and killed by a CSX train while he was walking on the tracks in Joppa.
A subsidiary of MGM Resorts International has filed a proposal for a casino at National Harbor.
A subsidiary of MGM Resorts International has filed a proposal for a casino at National Harbor.
The winner of "American Idol" next week will perform the national anthem for the National Memorial Day Concert on the Capitol lawn in Washington.
The winner of "American Idol" next week will perform the national anthem for the National Memorial Day Concert on the Capitol lawn in Washington.
Maryland State police say a man who was shot after allegedly grabbing a trooper's arm in his car window and driving off has been charged with attempted first-degree murder.
Maryland State police say a man who was shot after allegedly grabbing a trooper's arm in his car window and driving off has been charged with attempted first-degree murder.
The Smithsonian Institution is adding relics from soap operas and game shows to its national entertainment collection to tell the story of daytime television.
The Smithsonian Institution is adding relics from soap operas and game shows to its national entertainment collection to tell the story of daytime television.
Police have charged two more suspects in a stabbing at an Ocean City convenience store.
Police have charged two more suspects in a stabbing at an Ocean City convenience store.
About 30 people in DC living in the country illegally in the first 10 months of a program that requires states and localities to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.
About 30 people in DC living in the country illegally in the first 10 months of a program that requires states and localities to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.
A cousin of Baltimore's mayor has been shot and killed in the city.
A cousin of Baltimore's mayor has been shot and killed in the city.
Maryland House Republicans are calling for a wider investigation into corruption at correctional facilities as Gov. Martin O'Malley announces additional steps to enhance security and address corruption.
Maryland House Republicans are calling for a wider investigation into corruption at correctional facilities as Gov. Martin O'Malley announces additional steps to enhance security and address corruption.
A Baltimore blogger who broadcast his standoff with police has pleaded guilty to a weapons charge.
A Baltimore blogger who broadcast his standoff with police has pleaded guilty to a weapons charge.
Morgan State University's Board of Regents has elected Kweisi Mfume to lead the board.
Morgan State University's Board of Regents has elected Kweisi Mfume to lead the board.
Hundreds of thousands of immigrants could get the right to vote in New York City elections under a proposal lawmakers are considering.
Hundreds of thousands of immigrants could get the right to vote in New York City elections under a proposal lawmakers are considering.
Maryland will make information related to its health benefit exchange available through public information requests.
Maryland will make information related to its health benefit exchange available through public information requests.
A federal grand jury has indicted 18 alleged members of the Bloods gang in Howard County on racketeering charges. Two of those gang members and three others are facing drug charges.
A federal grand jury has indicted 18 alleged members of the Bloods gang in Howard County on racketeering charges. Two of those gang members and three others are facing drug charges.
The king and queen of Sweden are expected to visit several Washington cultural institutions during their trip to the United States.
The king and queen of Sweden are expected to visit several Washington cultural institutions during their trip to the United States.
The widow of the dead Boston Marathon bombing suspect has hired a criminal lawyer with experience defending terrorism cases.
The widow of the dead Boston Marathon bombing suspect has hired a criminal lawyer with experience defending terrorism cases.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and former Pennsylvania Gov. Edward Rendell, both Democrats, are scheduled to deliver remarks during a forum hosted by the Urban Land Institute Baltimore.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and former Pennsylvania Gov. Edward Rendell, both Democrats, are scheduled to deliver remarks during a forum hosted by the Urban Land Institute Baltimore.
Maryland State Police say a woman has been arrested after troopers allegedly found more than 3 pounds of powder and crack cocaine in a car she was a passenger in.
Maryland State Police say a woman has been arrested after troopers allegedly found more than 3 pounds of powder and crack cocaine in a car she was a passenger in.
A former Baltimore County firefighter has pleaded guilty to two child pornography charges.
A former Baltimore County firefighter has pleaded guilty to two child pornography charges.
The commander of a Virginia-based Navy dive unit has been reassigned after two divers drowned.
The commander of a Virginia-based Navy dive unit has been reassigned after two divers drowned.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has launched an initiative releasing a wide variety of state data to the public online.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has launched an initiative releasing a wide variety of state data to the public online.
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler says a sweeping gun-control bill passed in Maryland this year is constitutional and legally defensible.
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler says a sweeping gun-control bill passed in Maryland this year is constitutional and legally defensible.
By JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press A judge has ordered a new trial for a man serving two life sentences for killing a couple in Harford County in 1981 during a drug deal that turned deadly.
By JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press A judge has ordered a new trial for a man serving two life sentences for killing a couple in Harford County in 1981 during a drug deal that turned deadly.
Taxicabs in the District of Columbia will be required to accept credit and debit cards by the end of August.
Taxicabs in the District of Columbia will be required to accept credit and debit cards by the end of August.
Baltimore County police say as many as a dozen people were hurt when a vehicle rear-ended a Maryland Transit Administration in Essex.
Baltimore County police say as many as a dozen people were hurt when a vehicle rear-ended a Maryland Transit Administration in Essex.
A Baltimore police officer has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a woman that led to an hours-long standoff with his police department colleagues.
A Baltimore police officer has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a woman that led to an hours-long standoff with his police department colleagues.
A Maryland producer hopes an online campaign will help him fund a documentary about annual Antietam National Battlefield Memorial Illumination.
A Maryland producer hopes an online campaign will help him fund a documentary about annual Antietam National Battlefield Memorial Illumination.
A Prince George's County couple has been sentenced to spend time in prison in a case involving a Filipina immigrant they employed for a decade.
A Prince George's County couple has been sentenced to spend time in prison in a case involving a Filipina immigrant they employed for a decade.
Carroll County may soon reverse a ban on guns at the county's solid waste facilities in response to a Second Amendment group's objections.
Carroll County may soon reverse a ban on guns at the county's solid waste facilities in response to a Second Amendment group's objections.
Voters in Easton have returned three incumbents to their seats on the town council.
Voters in Easton have returned three incumbents to their seats on the town council.
Authorities are warning that a motorcade from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda may affect traffic during rush hour.
Authorities are warning that a motorcade from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda may affect traffic during rush hour.
Police in Montgomery County say they're enforcing pedestrian safety this month.
Police in Montgomery County say they're enforcing pedestrian safety this month.
