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A longtime news anchor is leaving WJZ later this month after 29 years at the TV station.
A longtime news anchor is leaving WJZ later this month after 29 years at the TV station. (Shutterstock)

MARYLAND — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Longtime MD News Anchor To Leave Station In Late July

A news anchor is leaving WJZ this month. The familiar face is departing after nearly three decades on the Maryland broadcast.

7 People Rescued From Sinking Boat, 4 Others Towed To Shore

Multiple units rescued 7 people from a sinking boat. Four others on a 2nd boat who stopped to help had to be rescued, too.

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2 Men Arrested On Attempted Murder Charges In Taco Bell Shooting

Two men are in jail without bond on attempted murder charges tied to a shooting last month at a Taco Bell, police said.

Rachel Morin Case: Prosecutor Seeks Life Sentence Without Parole

Rachel Morin's suspected killer will face Maryland's maximum penalty of life in prison without parole if he's convicted of first-degree murder or first-degree rape, Harford County prosecutors said in an official notice filed with the court by Harford County State's Attorney Alison Healey.

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Key Bridge Collapse Survivor Relives Plunge 'All The Time': Report

One of 2 Key Bridge collapse survivors spoke publicly for the 1st time. Here's how he survived and how losing his cousin still haunts him.

Fireworks Stand Robbed At Gunpoint, 4 Arrested: Police

A fireworks stand was robbed at gunpoint, police said. Officers arrested four suspects.

3-Year-Old Drowns In Neighborhood Pool: Police

A 3-year-old boy drowned Friday in a pool, police said. No foul play is suspected.

MD Athletes Competing In Paris Summer Olympics 2024

Maryland has several athletes competing in the Olympics. Here are some of those Olympians from:


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