$1M Won By Mistake | McCormick Workers Hurt | Dad Charged In Baby's Death: MD News

On the weekend, we present a 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.

Watch As Artemis II Astronauts Make Historic Lunar Flyby

The Artemis II crew, led by Cockeysville native Reid Weisman, transited around the moon on Monday, marking a historic point in their mission.

Six Flags Site Bought By NBA Star Kevin Durant

NBA star and Prince George's County native Kevin Durant's investment company 35V has bought the former Six Flags amusement park in Prince George's County.

MD, Ship Owner Reach Settlement In Key Bridge Collapse Case

Maryland has reached a settlement agreement with the owners of the cargo ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge two years ago, causing a span of the bridge to collapse.

4 Injured After Machinery Malfunction At McCormick Plant

Four people were injured Monday in a hazmat incident reported at the McCormick and Company plant in Hunt Valley.

'Super El Niño' Could Form This Summer: What It Means For MD Hurricane Season

A developing El Niño — and a potential "Super El Niño" — will be one of the biggest forces driving the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season and any Maryland impacts, according to recent forecasts.

Man Rammed MD Troopers With His Vehicle, Faces Charges

A Pennsylvania man has been charged in connection to assaults carried out on two Maryland State Troopers during illegal car rally events in Prince George’s County.

Man Who Threw 12-Month-Old Down Stairs, Out Window Charged

After eluding authorities for nine months, Kevin Morris was taken into custody on charges after police said he threw a 12-month-old child down a flight of stairs and out a window.

Man Buys Wrong Lotto Ticket, Wins $1 Million

A man wanted to buy the $30 200X the Cash ticket, but the store was out of them, so he bought another. And won $1 million.

Hundreds of Layoffs Impact MD Defense Contractors

Hundreds of workers will be impacted by layoffs announced at two major defense contractors in the state.

Former Police Chief Eyeing Litigation Against City: Report

Former Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson is weighing a possible legal route against the city over allegations of "a concerted effort to damage his professional standing and reputation within the community," according to Capital Gazette.

Dad Charged In Child's Accidental Shooting, Court Docs Show

A father is facing several charges after his six-year-old boy was killed in an accidental shooting inside their home.

More Top Headlines:

• These Are MD’s Best Graduate Schools, U.S. News Says In New Ranking
• Large Water Main Break Forces Road Closures, School Dismissal
• Cigarette Butts At Center Of Fire That Prompted $2M In Damages
• MD Man Fatally Struck By Car Near Woodlawn
• Woman Killed In House Fire In Chevy Chase, Police Say
• Teen Experiences 'Medical Condition' At Great Falls Park: Fire Officials
• Landscaper Wins Over $31K From MD Lottery
• Animal Sedative Detected In Illegal Drug Supply
• Suspected Sex Offender Arrested With Victim In His Home: Police
• Firehouse Museum Reopens With Revamped Exhibits
• High School Student In Custody After Bringing Gun To Campus: Police
• HCPSS Teacher Named Elementary Social Studies Teacher Of The Year
• Official Demands 'Stupid' Car Rallies Stop After Driver Sentenced For Injuring Spectator
• Bar Crawl To Benefit Montgomery County Humane Society
• $828K Lotto Win Empowers Retiree To Pay Off Debt, Take Trip
• GoFundMe Created For Infant Daughter, Unborn Baby Of Young Father
• Anne Arundel Executive Candidate Planning 50-Mile Walk Across County