Local 'American Idol' Contestant In Top 20: Patch PM

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Towson University Student In Top 20 Finalists On 'American Idol'

The music major is taking a break from school as he competes on the reality TV show.

Maryland Black Bears Back In 2019: What You Need To Know

Black bears are concentrated in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett and Washington counties.

Lies, Bloody Crime Scene, Killer's Interview In Lyon Sisters Case

New details have come out after a years-long investigation into the 1975 kidnapping.

KKK Flyers Distributed In Eastern Shore Town: State Police

The flyers were found in clear plastic baggies weighed down with birdseed.

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• Police Officer Hospitalized After Collapsing During Foot Pursuit
• Maryland's Recreational Crabbing Season Opens
• National Guard Member Killed In Crash Near Reisterstown Base: Police
• Columbia Homicide: Police Offer $5,000 Reward For Tips
• Survivor Of Suicide And Bullying Writes Frankly About Both
• Man Killed In I-70 Crash Into Tree Line In Howard County: Police
• PG County Man Gets 87 Months For $4.2 Million Email Scheme: DOJ

Across America

• Rolling Stones Tour Postponed Due To Mick Jagger Illness
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• Amazon Set To Cut Prices At Austin-Based Whole Foods Stores

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