Hero Dies In 7-Alarm Fire: Patch PM

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Firefighter Dies In 7-Alarm Blaze In Clarksville

Nathan Flynn was the first career firefighter to die in the line of duty in Howard County, officials said.

Free Cat, Kitten Adoptions In Maryland During July

Across the state, 20 shelters are helping felines find their homes faster waiving the normal adoption fees.

Beach Umbrella Impales Woman In Ocean City: Report

It was the second reported flying umbrella to injure someone in the mid-Atlantic this week.

Lightning Strike Sparks House Fire In Olney, Officials Say

The lightning struck a metal plumbing vent, officials said.

Total Chaos On Metro Infuriates Riders (Photos)

The 45-day shutdown of two Red Line stations has begun, causing some unpleasant scenes.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Sewage Overflow Closes Cox Creek To Swimmers
• Grandmother And 5-Year-Old Fatally Hit By Car: Baltimore County Police
• Officer Amy Caprio Honored In Ocean City
• Gourmet Burger Chain 'BurgerFi' To Open At Pike & Rose
• Rainfall Totals Across Maryland On Saturday: Preliminary
• 10-Year-Old Girl Disappeared One Month Ago: Baltimore Police
• Head-On Crash Near Havre de Grace: One Rescued, One Ran From I-95
• Teen Has Been Missing For Three Weeks: Police
• Ravens Cancel Public Stadium Practice Due To Rain
• Flash Flood, Coastal Flood Warnings In Maryland

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• Ritz Crackers Products Recalled Due To Salmonella
• R. Kelly Releases Long Song Addressing Accusations
• Rite Aid Uses Barry Manilow Music To Deter Loiterers

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Photo courtesy of the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services.