Dental Office In Fulton Burglarized

Howard County Police said a dental office in Fulton was burglarized during the overnight hours on Monday.

Crash Shuts Down All Northbound Lanes Of I-95

A crash Sunday afternoon caused traffic to back up for miles as all northbound lanes of I-95 and a shoulder were shut down.

Police Satellite Office Opens At Columbia Mall

The Howard County Police Department has opened its 6th satellite office at The Mall in Columbia.

Burglars Target Howard County Businesses In Weekend Crime Spree

Howard County police said several businesses were broken into over the weekend. Suspects are being sought.

Teen Arrested For Armed Robbery At Grocery Store

A 15-year-old Elkridge boy has been arrested and charged with armed robbery for an incident at Weis Market.

Horse Crashes Through Park Bridge, Rescued By Emergency Crews

Howard County emergency workers joined other crews at Patuxent River State Park this past weekend to help rescue a horse stuck in a bridge.

Theft Reported At Columbia Ice Rink

The Howard County Police Department reported a theft at the Columbia Ice Rink, which is located at 5876 Thunder Hill Road.

Emmetson Zeah Sentenced In 2 Teens' Murders

Emmetson Zeah, 19, has been sentenced in the murders of 16-year-old Michael Robertson and 15-year-old Blake McCray, all of Columbia

Suspect In Woman's Death Hospitalized After Shooting Himself: Police

The suspect wanted for a 21-year-old woman's death in Baltimore Co. drove to Howard Co. and shot himself. He remains in critical condition.

Officer Won't Be Charged In Teen's Fatal Crash

The Maryland attorney general announced he will not charge a Howard County police officer in a fatal crash involving a teen.

5 Arrested In Online Child Exploitation Sting In Howard County

Howard County police officers have arrested 5 individuals in a multi-day covert online child exploitation investigation in the county.

New Acting Police Chief, Colonel Announced

The acting police chief and acting colonel for the Howard County Police Department has been announced by county leaders.

Man Who Strangled Elderly Neighbors Sentenced

A Columbia man who pleaded guilty to the attempted murder and assault of his elderly neighbors has been sentenced.

Man Exposes Himself To Woman On Trail

A woman walking on the trail near Spiral Cut in Columbia reported encountering a man who exposed himself shortly before 11 a.m. Tuesday.

Suspect Arrested In Cinco De Mayo Stabbing, Shooting Suspect On The Run

A Howard County man has been arrested in a stabbing that happened Tuesday at a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Laurel.

Man Wielding Knife Robs Panera Bread

A man pulled out a knife and tried to rob the Panera Bread in Columbia. A suspect also broke into a portal classroom at Elkridge Elementary.

Reward Offered For Tips In Fatal Shooting At Illegal Car Rally

The Howard County Police Department is offering a $2,500 reward for information about the fatal shooting that happened at a car rally.

1 Killed, 6 Injured In Columbia Parking Garage Shooting

Police believe the individuals knew each other and were involved in an illegal car rally held at a parking garage in Columbia.

Suspected Gas Station Shooter In Custody In New York

The woman wanted for the shooting of a Shell gas station employee in Columbia has been arrested in New York for a non-related incident.

Gas Station Shooting Suspect Still At Large, Reward Increased

The suspect wanted in the shooting and attempted robbery of a Shell gas station remains at large. The reward has been increased for tips.

Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into SUV

A motorcyclist died after crashing into an SUV that turned in front of him. Police reported that the motorcycle appeared to be speeding.

Woman Wanted In Gas Station Employee Shooting

Howard County Police asks for the public's help in identifying the female suspect wanted in shooting of a gas station employee Friday night.

Pet Missing After Fire Damages Laurel Home

One person living in the home has been accounted for while a pet remains missing after a fire broke out Wednesday afternoon in Laurel.

2 Men Killed In High Speed Chase

A man from Hanover was one of two people in a speeding vehicle that reached upwards of 100 mph, according to police.

2 Illegal Car Rallies Broken Up In Howard County

Law enforcement dismantled and prevented a total of 4 illegal car rallies this past weekend, including 2 in Howard County.

Officer Injured In Crash

A Howard County police officer was injured in a crash along US-29 Thursday afternoon. The officer wasn't engaged in a police pursuit.

3 Injured In Townhouse Fire

One person was taken to the hospital with burns and two others were evaluated after a fire broke out at a townhouse early Thursday morning.

Commercial Building Burns In Elkridge

Howard County firefighters were called to a commercial building in Elkridge early Wednesday morning for a report of a fire.

Police Chief Announces Retirement From Howard County P.D.

Howard County Police Chief Gregory Der announced his retirement at a news conference Wednesday. He will be moving to Florida, he said.

Man Wanted In Woman's Assault, Robbery

Howard County Police asks for the public's help in identifying the man they say assaulted and robbed a woman in a parking garage.

'Horrific' Bodycam Footage Released, Denounced By Autistic Man's Family

The MD attorney general's office released bodycam footage of the police shooting of an autistic man. His family called the move shocking.

3-Year-Old's Death Leads To Charges Against Mom, Boyfriend

A Columbia mom and her boyfriend have been charged in the 2025 death of her 3-year-old son that includes murder, child abuse and neglect.

People Flee Burning Home After Garage Fire Spreads To House

Three people have been displaced after a fire ignited in a detached garage and quickly spread to the nearby home, officials say.

3 Men Arrested In Fatal Shooting Of Victim In Columbia Parking Lot

Three Baltimore men have been arrested in the fatal shooting of a Salisbury man in a Columbia parking lot, according to police.

Fire At Commercial Building Traced To Ventilation System

A fire broke out Tuesday morning at a commercial building in Columbia. The fire was traced to a ventilation system, officials report.

No Injuries Reported In Columbia Building Fire

A fire broke out Saturday morning at a building in Columbia. No injuries were reported, according to the fire department.

2nd Woman Convicted In Teens' Shooting

A Columbia woman has been convicted in the shooting of two teens outside a grocery store who she thought had robbed a friend's son.

ICE Officers Bitten, Assaulted While Arresting Man In Howard County

ICE officers were bitten and assaulted while arrested an undocumented immigrant in Howard County who appeared in court Wednesday.

$343K In MD SNAP Benefits Stolen By Undocumented Immigrant

An undocumented immigrant from Romania and Ireland has been sentenced for his role in stealing more than $343K in SNAP benefits in Maryland.

19-Year-Olds Charged In String Of Business Burglaries, Vehicle Thefts

Two 19-year-olds from Washington, D.C., have been charged in connection to several business burglaries and vehicle thefts in Howard County.