Motorcyclist Killed After Bike Hits Curb And Pole: Howard Co. Police

A 23-year-old motorcyclist from Odenton was killed when he lost control, hit a curb and then a pole, according to Howard County Police.

Mountain Biker Rescued By Helicopter After Hitting Rock, Crashing

A mountain biker hit a rock and crashed Saturday. A trooper was lowered by helicopter 180 feet into rough terrain to help rescue the man.

Annual Nate Flynn Training Day Honors Fallen Firefighter In Howard Co.

The annual Nate Flynn Training Day honors fallen firefighter Lt. Nate Flynn this Sunday, which marks the 5th anniversary of his passing.

82-Year-Old Woman Killed In Howard County Car Crash: Police

An 82-year-old West Friendship woman was killed in a car crash along Route 32 Saturday afternoon, according to Howard County Police.

Ex-MD Police Chief Sentenced For Arson, Attempted Murder: Report

David Crawford, a former police chief, will serve life sentences in prison after a jury found him guilty of murder and arson charges.

31 Recruits Join Academy 48 With The Howard County Police Department

More than 30 recruits have joined the Howard County Police Department's Academy 48, the largest group since 1993.

Drunk Driver Charged With Homicide In Woman's Death: Howard Co. Police

A 20-year-old Columbia man was arrested on the scene for driving under the influence after a woman was killed in a car crash, police say.

Man With Health Issues Reported Missing In HoCo, Last Seen June 9

A 29-year-old man with health issues has been reported missing in Howard County. He was last seen June 9 at the Mall in Columbia.

Unattended Campfire Spreads, Firefighters Scale Rocks To Reach Flames

An unattended campfire ignited a brush fire that required firefighters to scale rocks in order to put out the fire.

Baby Bird Rescued From Storm Drain By Howard County Firefighters

Howard County firefighters were called to help rescue a baby bird from a storm drain after residents heard the baby frantically chirping.

$2.5K Reward Offered For Tips In Man's Attempted Murder: Howard County Police

The Howard County Police has offered a $2,500 reward for information in the attempted murder of a man at the Cedar Motel in Jessup.

Head-On Collision With Pickup Claims Life Of Motorcyclist: HoCo Police

A motorcyclist was killed when he collided head-on with a pickup early Sunday morning, according to Howard County Police.

Police Need Public's Help Finding Missing Man Reported In Howard Co.

Howard County Police asks for the public's help in finding a 62-year-old man reported missing May 29. His car was found abandoned at a park.

Drunk Driver's Sentencing In Crash Upsets Family Of Teen Left Disabled

A White Marsh man has been sentenced after crashing into a teen on bicycle, leaving him permanently disabled. Family say it's not enough.

8 Rape, Incest Charges Bring Conviction For Howard Co. Man: Prosecutor

A Howard County man has been convicted of incest and rape. He will be sentenced in July, prosecutors said.

Apartment Fire Displaces Residents Who Sought Shelter At Nearby School

An apartment fire early Sunday morning was traced to a chimney. The fire affected numerous residents who sought shelter at a nearby school.

Threats Made Against LGBTQ Advocate Group By HoCo Man: Prosecutor

A West Friendship man who left threatening voicemails for an LGBTQ advocate group now faces federal charges, according to prosecutors.

Man Found Not Criminally Responsible For Killing 3 Over Vaccine Use

An MD man has been found not criminally responsible for the deaths of his brother and two others, sparked by anti-vaccine views.

Man Punches Ex-Girlfriend's New Beau, Has To Write Letter: Prosecutor

A 23-year-old man who punched his ex-girlfriend's new beau must take anger management classes and write an apology letter.

Driver Dies, 2 Kids Unharmed In Howard County Car Crash: Police

Police believe a 44-year-old driver may have had a medical emergency before crashing his vehicle. Two juveniles with him were unharmed.

Free Steering Wheel Locks Available Saturday At HoCo Police Stations

Residents can pick up a free steering wheel lock Saturday at two Howard County police stations to help prevent vehicle thefts.

Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges In Shooting Of Columbia Resident: Police

A Randallstown man faces numerous charges including attempted murder in connection to the shooting of a Columbia man, according to police.

Ex-MD Police Chief Guilty Of Attempted Murder, Arson: Report

David Michael Crawford, 71, was convicted of eight counts of attempted first-degree murder and two counts of arson.

Man Sentenced In Rape Of 8-Year-Old: Howard County Prosecutor

A Washington, D.C., man has been sentenced in the rape of an 8-year-old, according to the Howard County Office of the State's Attorney.

Man Faces Murder Charges In Connection To HoCo Resident's Death: Police

A Baltimore man faces murder charges in connection to the death of an Elkridge man, according to the Howard County Police Department.

Ex-MD Police Chief Accused Of Arson Kept 'Target List': Reports

David Crawford is accused of intentionally setting at least a dozen fires in several counties between 2011 and 2020, authorities said.

Brush Fires Ignited Along Route 70 Near Bethany Lane: HoCo Official

Multiple brush fires broke out along Route 70 Saturday next to the highway. Firefighters quickly extinguished them.

Teens Sought To Serve On Howard Co. Police's Youth Advisory Council

Students in ninth through 12th grades are encouraged to apply for a spot on the Howard County Police Department's Youth Advisory Council.

Howard County Officers, Recruits Take A Dip For Chilly Plunge Maryland

Howard County police officers and recruits dove into the chilly Chesapeake Bay recently as part of the Plunge Maryland event.

Fire Breaks Out At Paper Shredding Facility In Howard County

A fire broke out Thursday at a paper shredding facility in the 6700 block of Oak Hall Lane in Columbia.

3 Displaced After Fire Damages Ellicott City Home: Official

A fire broke out in a bedroom on the second floor of an Ellicott City home. Three adults have been displaced, officials note.

1 Person Killed, 7 Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash Saturday: Howard County Police

A 61-year-old Laurel resident was killed and seven others injured in a single-vehicle crash that happened Saturday night.

Sykesville Man Killed In Car Crash Sunday: Howard County Police

A 70-year-old Sykesville man was killed in a car crash Sunday after his Honda CRV was hit by a Ford Edge.

Man Fatally Hit On Ridge Road: Howard County Police

A Mount Airy man was hit and killed by a passing vehicle along Ridge Road Tuesday night, according to the Howard County Police Department.

3-Year-Old Killed, 6 Hurt In Chain-Reaction Crash: Howard Co. Police

A 3-year-old was killed in a four-vehicle chain reaction crash on Route 29 in Ellicott City, Howard County officials said.

Toddler Killed In Crash On Route 29 In Ellicott City

The crash happened Friday when a Peterbilt truck rear-ended a van, causing a chain-reaction collision.

Trespassing Herd Corralled By Police Officers In Howard Co.: Watch

In body cam footage, Howard County police officers shared the fun they had chasing down 4 donkeys and mini-horses to return them home.

Person Falls From 4-Story Building At Construction Site In Howard Co.

The Howard County Police disclosed that an individual fell Thursday from a 4-story building located at construction site.

Special LEAD Program Helps People Stay Out Of Criminal Justice System

A special program recently celebrated one year in HoCo and helps those who commit low-level crimes tied to mental health and substance use.

$40K In Mosque Money Spent On Personal Items By Its Former President

The former president of a Howard County mosque has pleaded guilty to a theft scheme where he spent more than $40K on personal items.