Child Thieves Swipe Packages, Police Warn: Patch PM

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Package Thief In Bel Air Looks 'No Older Than 8': Sheriff

"Watch as this young girl, no older than 8, runs into a yard, looks back to get directions, then steals a package from a porch," the Harford County Sheriff's Office said.

Off-Duty Cop Kills Suspected Shoplifter In Seat Pleasant: Police

Police said the shoplifter assaulted the officer, who was working at the store and in plainclothes.

Teen Package Thieves In Columbia Arrested: Police

Doorbell video helped police identify the two 13-year-old boys, officials said.

Weekend Events In Maryland: Christmas Bazaars, Holiday Tours, Concerts

Cookie Walk, Annapolis Santa Run and Chanukah Wonderland are just a few happenings.

Model Home Homicide Suspect Arrested

The motive for the shooting was believed to be robbery, and a Jessup teen has been charged.

Maryland School Highlighted For President George H.W. Bush Tribute

The school paid homage to the late president's penchant for socks.

Vigil Held In East Baltimore For Woman Killed By Panhandler

Two memorials are planned, in two states, as Baltimoreans call for an end to violence.

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• Threat At Aberdeen Middle School Leads To 2 Students Charged: APD
• Anne Arundel, Annapolis Honored Together As Bicycle Friendly Community
• Middle School In Catonsville Evacuated, Closes Early For Odor
• Complete Streets Bill Signed Into Law In Baltimore
• Five New Members Join Maryland Humanities Board of Directors
• Traffic Alert: Weekend Closure On Jumpers Hole Road
• 2 Hospitalized After MTA Bus Crash On Rolling Road: Officials

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