Quadruple Murder Arrest, Jay-Z's Baltimore Connection, Blue Angels Overhead: News Nearby

Police out in force for Memorial Day weekend, birdhouse build-off and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Memorial Day 2015 Gas Prices Climb: Use Patch Tool to Find Cheap Gas

Prices are rising at the gas pump, nationally and in Maryland, due to global increases in the price of crude oil.

Freddie Gray Indictments, Human Trafficking Arrest, Ray Rice Charge Dropped + Pool Safety Tips

Plus rabies in Harford, no more parallel parking on test, weekend trooper crackdown, mosquito spraying begins and predatory towing targeted.

Memorial Day 2015: What's Open and Closed in Prince George's County

From Bowie city offices to schools and trash collection, find out what is closed around town May 25.

Crackdown on Drunk, Aggressive Drivers Over Memorial Day Weekend

Extra Maryland state troopers -- along with police in Anne Arundel County and Prince George’s County -- plan to be on the roads.

Maryland Removes Parallel Parking from Driving Test

Do you parallel park much in Upper Marlboro?

How to Keep Family Safe at Swimming Pool

Hot temperatures and the Memorial Day weekend will send people to the pool. Review these safety tips from Prince George's County officials.

Missing Driver's Body Found, Blue Angels in Annapolis, Arrest in Assault of 12-Year-Old: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including traffic tied up over spilled milk. Plus, how you can share your news and events on Patch.

UPDATE: Man Arrested in Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old

Prince George's County Police say Isiah Tyrek Bogan, 20, attacked the girl in hallway. Her mother later saw and tried to subdue the suspect.

Grill Safety Tips from PG County Fire Department

Before you break out the grill on Memorial Day weekend, review this checklist for do's and don'ts.

Blue Angels, Serial Murder Appeal, $1M Powerball Ticket: News Nearby

Memorial Day weekend happenings and other stories from Maryland Patches.

O'Malley Invites Public to 'Special Announcement'

Former Maryland governor plans gathering on Federal Hill.

SAVE YOUR SKIN THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

The long Memorial Day weekend is just a few days away. As you relax outside, remember to protect your family against the sun’s rays.

Under Armour Recall, Taser Death, Income Tax Ruling + Neighbor Charged in Rockville Murders

Plus Hogan to re-open Annapolis barrack, mom tackles sex assault suspect, Tesla sales OKed in state, and boater dies, from Maryland Patches.

Mom of 12-Year-Old Sexual Assault Victim Takes Down Suspect

Prince George's County Police say the girl's mother saw the suspect near their apartment and knocked him to the ground, but he escaped.

Chillum Fire, EMS Station 844 Wins Year's Supply of Toilet Paper

The station was nominated for Charmin’s “Butts That Save Our Butts” campaign by a Chillum resident.

Woman Dies in Minor Apartment Fire: Officials

Prince George's County Fire authorities say a smoke detector had been taken apart, but still alerted residents in the building.

Man Found Dead Inside Car at Accident Scene: Police

Prince George's County Police say a man was found shot to death in Glenarden early Monday.

Bowie, Upper Marlboro Men Killed in Shooting: Police

The fatal shooting happened late Friday in Oxon Hill. A $25,000 reward is being offered for tips.

Train Crash, Double Murder, Best High Schools: Maryland News

Military on alert, former professor sentenced and other top news of the week from Maryland Patches.

Good News! Maryland's High Schools Rank No. 1, Kids Rescued from House Fires + Could MD Native Be Face of $20?

Plus, upcoming community festivals and charity events, ducklings reunited with parents on Mother's Day and more good news from Patch.

Peeping Rabbi Sentenced, Preakness Guide, Midshipman Funeral: News Nearby

Student missing, Dear Jerry concert, policeman charged and other stories from Maryland Patches.

Traffic Alert: Lanes Closed Overnight on Capital Beltway in PG County

The lanes will reopen by 5 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on weekends, state highway officials say.

Firefighters Rescue 2 Trapped Kids, Credit Smoke Detector

A family was alerted to a kitchen fire by a smoke detector. Call 311 if you need smoke detectors and can't afford one; they're free.

Howard Man Dies in Amtrak Crash, $28M Ponzi Scheme, Naval Academy Classmates Mourn + O'Malley for President?

Plus slain couple's obituaries, Joppa house fire, 5 hurt in Kentlands blaze, heroin for sale and Bike to Work Week from Maryland Patches.

Suspect Sought in Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Girl

Prince George's County Police are urging the public to share tips that lead to the arrest of the attacker.

O'Malley May Announce Presidential Run May 30: Report

Former Gov. Martin O'Malley, who has been talking to party leaders in Iowa and New Hampshire, may announce his candidacy May 30.

Victims in Amtrak Wreck, Home Collapses, Six Teens Charged in Beating: Top Posts

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including an update on Rockville couple homicide. Plus, how you can share your local news on Patch.

Amtrak Changes DC-New York Schedule After Crash Kills 6

Six people are dead and dozens are injured, at least eight critically, as a result of the Amtrak crash Tuesday night north of Philadelphia.

UPDATE: Name of Dead Shooting Victim Released; $25K Reward Offered

Prince George's County Police are asking for tipsters to call with information in Tuesday night's shooting in Capitol Heights.

Marylander on $20 Bill, Nation's Top Schools: News Nearby

Reward in Rockville double homicide, courthouse evacuated in Harford County and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

Names of Deputies Released in Fatal Shooting of Suspect

Prince George's County authorities say the Landover man was armed with knives and rammed sheriff's cars before he was killed.

CareLulu: A Great Way To Find Summer Childcare

The free site provides Upper Marlboro parents with a better way to find the best quality care for their little ones

Maryland Leads U.S. News Rankings of Top-Performing High Schools

The 2015 US News and World Report rankings of the country's top high school include one Prince George's County school in the top 30.

Tighter Security on Military Bases, Trooper and 3 Other Hurt in Harford, Rockville Couple Slain + Deputies Kill Suspect

Plus sandy spill closes I-95, Eldersburg man dies in wreck, Jessup prisoner escape, Harford principal dies and more from Maryland Patches.

Name Released of Man Shot by Deputies in Landover

Prince George's County authorities say the Landover man was armed with knives and rammed sheriff's cars.

1-Year-Old Among Five Residents Rescued from Burning Apartment

Prince George's County firefighters used ladders to rescue five people from the burning apartment's toxic smoke.

PG County Man Charged in Annapolis Pharmacy: Police

An Upper Marlboro man reportedly grabbed cash out of the register at a Rite Aid Pharmacy.

The Esplanade Grand Opening Celebration at National Harbor

Grand Opening Celebration featuring live jazz and complimentary dining and drinks from local favorites.

New Hope Academy's Spring Fair

Come one and come all to New Hope Academy’s Spring Fair on Saturday, May 16th from 11a.m. – 3 p.m.