Massage Parlor 'Ringleader' Arrested + $40K Stolen From Mosque: MD Top News

MARYLAND — Maryland saw several major crime stories this week. Officials said a woman was arrested in a sex trafficking case, a former mosque president pleaded guilty to stealing thousands of dollars and a woman exposed herself to kids on Halloween.

In brighter news, an artist repainted a defaced mural. Two new mixed-use developments are also slated for construction.

Speaking of construction, the Bay Bridge will undergo major roadwork. Finally, a Montgomery County hotel company bought a resort.

Here are the biggest stories of the week:

Bethesda Woman Charged In Human Trafficking Case

A Bethesda woman was arrested in Frederick County on two counts of sex trafficking and 14 other related charges, the sheriff's office said.

$40K In Mosque Money Spent On Personal Items By Its Former President

The former president of a Howard County mosque has pleaded guilty to a theft scheme where he spent more than $40K on personal items.

Woman Exposes Herself To Kids On Halloween: Police

A woman exposed herself and hurled obscenities at children while handing out Halloween candy in Anne Arundel County, police said.

Defaced Mural Of Late Rapper Repainted After Vandalism

An artist repainted a mural of a late Annapolis rapper after it was defaced by a stolen campaign sign. The rapper's family also helped out.

Odenton Town Center To Get New Mixed-Use Development, Parking Garage

Another mixed-use community and a parking garage are expected near an Anne Arundel train hub. Here's the future of the Odenton Town Center.

Aviation Landing Development Unveiled In Prince George's County

Aviation Landing, a proposed development in Prince George's, will offer housing, retail and public transportation platforms.

Bay Bridge Deck Replacement To Bring Closures Starting In Fall 2023

The Bay Bridge will undergo major roadwork, bringing overnight closures. Here's what drivers can expect during the multi-year project.

Bethesda-Based Host Hotels Acquires Four Seasons Resort For $315M

Bethesda-based Host Hotels & Resorts has acquired the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole for $315 million in cash.

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Other Top News

• Bowie State Becomes 1st HBCU In Maryland To Offer Degree To Inmates
• Bidders Fret That Lucrative BWI Airport Contract May Be "Rigged"
• 3 Lynching Victims To Be Recognized During Montgomery County Events
• Slavery In Annapolis: City Designated Site Of Memory To Acknowledge Past Role In Human Trade

Crime

• Record Number Of Guns Seized At BWI Airport And 2022 Isn't Over
• Man Sentenced For Large-Scale Drug Trafficking Scheme Using USPS
• Child Pornography Charges Filed Against 25-Year-Old Bowie Man: Police

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