Baby Penguin Cause For Celebration Worldwide: Patch PM

Share-worthy stories from the Maryland Patch network to talk about tonight:

Baby Penguin Marks 1000th To Hatch At Maryland Zoo

The Maryland Zoo received congratulations from across the globe to celebrate the birth of its newest African penguin, which is an endangered species.

Dark Web Drug Sales Investigated At US Naval Academy: Reports

An estimated ten midshipmen are alleged to be part of the reported drug ring, with three accused of selling cocaine, LSD and ketamine to classmates who buy the drugs using the digital currency Bitcoin.

Hundreds Salute Slain PG County Officer (Video)

Officers and civilians came out in droves to pay tribute to Cpl. Mujahid Ramzziddin along the route.

Under Armour CEO Lists Georgetown Home For $29.5M

The listed price is over $20 million more than its value, according to a 2017 assessment.

Edgewood High School Students Charged After Threats Found On Desk

"Even if threats are not deemed credible, you can be charged with a crime," Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler said.

Student Walkouts Pose Safety Risks: Montgomery Schools Leader

The superintendent says he supports civic engagement but warns leaving school property may be risky.

How Much Cash Maryland's Delegation Gets From Pro, Anti Gun Lobby

Four Maryland lawmakers accept the cash from gun lobbies in a bid to influence their votes.

Larry Aaron III Died From New Year's Eve Shooting: Police

A Columbia man shot on New Year's Eve has died, police reported on Thursday. Larry Aaron III, who was a college football player, was 19.

Also Worth a Look Today

• Murder Trial For Slain Wilde Lake Teacher Delayed: Report
• 2 Charged In Annapolis Mall Armed Robbery
• Man Dead After Car Slams Into Rear Of Tractor-Trailer On Beltway
• NHL Turns Navy's Stadium Into Outdoor Hockey Rink
• Threat Of Shooting At Lansdowne High Under Investigation
• How Dirty Is Baltimore Compared To Other US Cities?
• Lawsuit Against Ambulance Company Alleges Millions In Medicare Fraud
• Threat At Havre de Grace High Unfounded, Principal Says
• Acclaimed Dance Ensemble To Take Stage At Gordon Center
• Weapons, Drug Charges Filed After Pasadena Traffic Stop
• Brothers Face Slew Of Charges Including Burglary, Gun Possession

Across America

• DC March For Our Lives Event Expects 500,000
• K-9 Makes Big Drug Bust 2 Days Before Retirement
• New IRS Tax Scam Impacts Thousands

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