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Phred, a 13-year-old dog, slipped on the ice and slid all the way down the hill in her back yard. When her human mom couldn't carry her back up to the top, Howard County Police rescued Phred from the cold.
Phred, a 13-year-old dog, slipped on the ice and slid all the way down the hill in her back yard. When her human mom couldn't carry her back up to the top, Howard County Police rescued Phred from the cold. (Courtesy of the Howard County Police Department)

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Man Who Drove Into Child's Birthday Party, Killing One, Faces 36 Charges: Prosecutor

A 66-year-old man has been indicted on 36 charges after police say he reversed his vehicle into the front yard of a home where a child's birthday party was held in a tent, killing one and injuring more than a dozen people, including eight children.

Police Group Demands Apology From Councilwoman Over ICE Sighting

The Howard County Police Officers' Association, Inc. has demanded an apology from a councilwoman for a social media post she made saying an ICE operation was unfolding in Columbia. The association says the post was untrue and compromised a police sting targeting child predators.

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12-Year-Old Was Swatting Caller Who Prompted Mass Police Response

A 12-year-old girl was identified as the caller at the center of a September 2025 swatting incident that triggered a massive police response in Montgomery County.

Officer Saves Senior Dog Stuck At Bottom Of Icy Hill

Phred, a 13-year-old dog, slipped on the ice and slid down the hill in her yard. When her human mom couldn't get her back up to the top, Howard County Police stepped in to rescue Phred.

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Ice Chunk Crashes Through Car Windshield Injuring Two People

Two people were taken to the hospital after a large chunk of ice crashed through their car's windshield on I-95 northbound. The vehicle then crashed into the concrete barrier.

'Scary' Sledding Incident Lands Child In Emergency Room

A child was injured while sledding at Annie's Playground in Fallston. The injured child's father said the boy flipped upside down over a mound of snow and landed on his head and neck.

Woman May Have Died From Extreme Cold: Annapolis Police

A woman found dead on an Annapolis hiking trail may have died from exposure to the extreme cold temperatures, police said.

City Snowplow Drivers Save Man From House Fire

City snowplow drivers have been credited with saving a man's life after they spied smoke coming from his home while he was asleep.

Dog Rescued From Frigid Creek By Firefighters

After a dog was stuck in the frigid waters of Luce Creek because of thin ice, crews from two fire departments raced to rescue the pooch.

Roof Partially Collapses At Baltimore County Furniture Store: Reports

The roof of a furniture store in Catonsville partially collapsed on Wednesday, according to multiple reports citing Baltimore County fire officials.

K9 Saves Autistic Teen Missing During Winter Storm

A K9 bloodhound has been credited with helping find a missing 15-year-old boy with autism who left home during the winter snowstorm Sunday.

Man Admits Making Death Threats Against Marjorie Taylor Greene

An Edgewater man who was a former reserve police officer has pleaded guilty to repeatedly threatening to kill former Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Authorities said he threatenedGreene’s family and staffers, as well as family members of her staffers at the time.

Couple Shot To Death In Harwood Identified: Anne Arundel Police

Anne Arundel police have released the names of a man and woman found dead of gunshot wounds in their home.

Death Penalty Dropped In Luigi Mangione's Federal Trial, Judge Rules

Maryland native Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty in the December 2024 slaying of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a federal judge ruled Friday morning.

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