'Real Housewives' Update, Suicidal Standoff, Snow Threat: News Nearby

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'Real Housewives of Potomac': New Cast Members Coming?

Media reports are speculating that “The Real Housewives of Potomac” will add new ladies to the frothy mix when the reality series starts its second season.

The latest addition to Bravo TV’s look inside the lives of privileged women premiered Jan. 17. The series about an exclusive suburb of Washington, D.C., brought in the highest ratings ever for a show in the Housewives franchise. »»Read more.

Suicidal Man Killed After Standoff: Sheriff

Deputies shot and killed a suicidal man who had fired a weapon, following extensive attempts to negotiate with him to come out of a home in Bel Air Wednesday, according to the Harford County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities said they tried to get in touch with the 35-year-old suicidal man who, after 30 minutes, left the back of the residence and fired a weapon, causing deputies to seek cover. »»Read more.

Snow Threat: Drivers Urged to Skip Morning Commute

With several counties under a winter weather advisory overnight, the Maryland State Highway Administration is urging drivers to stay off the roads Friday during rush hour.

One inch of snow is expected across much of the state, with two to three inches of snow possible in southern Maryland. »»Read more.

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