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.

Motorcyclist Killed After Colliding With Car On Route 1 In Howard County: Police

A Baltimore man died when the motorcycle he was driving collided with a car on Route 1 in Howard County Sunday night.

Woman Dies After Pickup Truck Traveling Wrong Way Hits SUV: Howard County Police

A 50-year-old woman died after a pickup traveling the wrong direction collided with the SUV she was riding in Saturday night, police say.

Interstate 95 Crash Kills Woman, Identity Not Released: Police

A woman died early Wednesday after her vehicle was hit by a box truck while spinning out from crashing into another vehicle she was passing.

Woman Killed After Being Thrown From Vehicle, Driver Hit Crossing Road

A woman was killed after being ejected from a vehicle during a crash; a driver in the other vehicle was hit crossing the road, police say.

Hunter Falls From Tree Stand, Rescued By MD Police Helicopter

An injured hunter who fell 20 to 30 feet from a tree stand in Ellicott City Friday was rescued by a Maryland State Police medevac unit.

Man Who Fired Gun At Woman In Hotel Room Receives Sentence: Official

A Laurel man who shot at a woman in a hotel room has been sentenced to prison, according to the Howard County State's Attorney's Office.

Child Sex Abuse, Rape Verdict Reached In Howard County Trial

A Howard County jury has handed down a verdict in the case of a Baltimore man charged with sexually abusing a minor in his care.

Driver Killed When Car Crashes Into A Tree, Passenger Seriously Injured: Howard County Police

One person was killed and another was seriously injured in a Wednesday evening crash that happened near Woodbine along Frederick Road.

Semi Driver Killed After Hitting 2nd Semi Parked Along Edge Of I95

A semi driver from North Carolina died after the vehicle he was driving crashed into the backside of another semi parked on the edge of I95.

Man Killed After Pickup Lands In Wooded Drainage Area: Howard Co. Police

A Jessup man has died after his pickup truck left the road and landed in a wooded drainage area, police say.

Apply Monday For A Seat On The Howard County Teen Court

Monday is the last day for youth to apply for a seat on the Howard County Teen Court.

42 Quikclot Kits To Aid With Trauma Rolled Out To HoCo Police Force

Howard County police officers are being equipped with Quikclot kits to help with any trauma they encounter. A grant will help buy more.

Vehicle Break-ins At Popular Park Prompt Warning From HoCo Police

People who frequent Centennial Park and its lake are reminded to lock their vehicles and remove valuable from sight.

Medical Reserve Corps Unit Receives $25K COVID RISE Award

The Howard County Medical Reserve Corps Unit has received a $25K COVID RISE award that will be used to purchase additional equipment.

Man Reported Missing Since April: Howard County Police

A Jessup man has been reported missing since April and the Howard County Police need the public's help in finding him. Have you seen him?

Rape, Homicide Cold Case Suspect Enters Alford Plea After 40 Years

The suspect in a 40-year-old rape and murder cold case that unfolded in Howard County has entered an Alford plea.

Driver Killed In One-Vehicle Howard County Crash: Police

A man was killed Wednesday morning on Route 29 in Ellicott City when his vehicle left the road, hit a pole and caught fire, police say.

Elkridge Man Charged With Murder In HoCo Hotel Stabbing Death: Police

A 60-year-old Elkridge man was found stabbed to death in the EconoLodge in Elkridge. A 43-year-old Elkridge man has been charged.

Stabbing In Ocean City Linked To Howard County 21-Year-Old: Police

A Howard County man faces charges stemming from a stabbing in Ocean City where the victim was in critical condition and underwent surgery.

Protect Children From Hyperthermia Fatalities With These HCPD Tips

The Howard County Police Department has shared several tips to help parents and caregivers protect children from hyperthermia fatalities.

$5K Reward Offered In ID Of Vehicle Involved In Deadly Hit-And-Run

A $5,000 reward is being offered in the identification of a Jeep Wrangler HoCo police believe was involved in a deadly hit-and-run incident.

Police Accountability Board Members Appointed To Serve Howard County

Seven individuals have been appointed to the Howard County Police Accountability Board including a former Marine/U.S. Marshall and officer.