Statue Sledgehammered, Suspects Posted Video On YouTube: Patch PM

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Oldest Christopher Columbus Monument In U.S. Destroyed With Sledgehammer

Police said the vandals posted a video on YouTube of the destruction of the monument erected in 1792.

Former School Aide Gets 75 Years In Prison For Child Sex Abuse In Prince George's County

He used a cell phone to record him performing sex acts with children ages nine to 11, among other offenses, prosecutors said.

Solar Eclipse From Maryland Science Center: WATCH

Thousands gathered to watch the eclipse from the Maryland Science Center in Baltimore.

Officer Fires Gun At Annapolis Burglary Scene; Suspect Jumps Out Window

An Annapolis policeman fired his weapon at the scene of a burglary, officials said Sunday. The burglar jumped out a third-floor window.

Mother, 2 Children Killed In Hillendale Apartment Fire: Officials

Children ages 3 and 4 and their mother died Sunday after fire broke out in their apartment, Baltimore County public safety officials report.

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Man Died After Liberty Road Stabbing: Police

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