Maryland lawmakers consider bills targeting speeding, reckless drivers
Maryland lawmakers are considering new bills to crack down on speeding and reckless driving, and a Montgomery County police sergeant who lost both lower legs in a high‑speed crash will be in Annapolis on Thursday to support the effort.
Maryland lawmakers are considering new bills to crack down on speeding and reckless driving, and a Montgomery County police sergeant who lost both lower legs in a high‑speed crash will be in Annapolis on Thursday to support the effort.
National Guard shooting suspect pleads not guilty, government eyes death penalty
The man accused of ambushing two National Guard members, killing one and critically injuring the other, pleaded not guilty to all charges in court Wednesday.
The man accused of ambushing two National Guard members, killing one and critically injuring the other, pleaded not guilty to all charges in court Wednesday.
Police ID victim in deadly Oxon Hill shooting; $25K reward offered
Authorities have identified the man shot and killed Tuesday night in Prince George’s County.
Authorities have identified the man shot and killed Tuesday night in Prince George’s County.
Brendan Banfield convicted: What’s next for au pair Juliana Magalhães?
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Juliana Magalhães, the au pair, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2024 and testified against Banfield. She is scheduled to be sentenced Friday, Feb. 13.
Brendan Banfield trial: Awaiting verdict as jury continues deliberations
The fate of Brendan Banfield is now in the hands of a Virginia jury.
The fate of Brendan Banfield is now in the hands of a Virginia jury.
Brendan Banfield murder trial: Jury deliberations to continue Monday in au pair affair case
Jury deliberations are expected to continue Monday in the murder trial for Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law‑enforcement officer turned defendant who prosecutors say had an affair with his family’s au pair and took part in a double‑murder plot to frame another man for his wife’s stabbing.
Jury deliberations are expected to continue Monday in the murder trial for Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law‑enforcement officer turned defendant who prosecutors say had an affair with his family’s au pair and took part in a double‑murder plot to frame another man for his wife’s stabbing.
Banfield back in court, expected to take stand as new body‑cam video emerges
Brendan Banfield returned to court Wednesday as newly released body-worn camera footage showed the moments he was told about his wife’s death. He is expected to take the stand sometime this afternoon.
Brendan Banfield returned to court Wednesday as newly released body-worn camera footage showed the moments he was told about his wife’s death. He is expected to take the stand sometime this afternoon.
Banfield murder trial LIVE UPDATES: Brendan Banfield to take the stand
Court resumes Friday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County, where the defense is expected to conclude witness testimony.
Court resumes Friday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County, where the defense is expected to conclude witness testimony.
Banfield murder trial LIVE UPDATES: Homicide detective says supervisors pushed catfish theory
The Brendan Banfield murder trial resumes Thursday in Fairfax County.
The Brendan Banfield murder trial resumes Thursday in Fairfax County.
DC marks first homicide of 2026
Washington, D.C., recorded its first homicide of 2026 after a man was shot and killed early Wednesday in the Northeast.
Washington, D.C., recorded its first homicide of 2026 after a man was shot and killed early Wednesday in the Northeast.
Banfield murder trial LIVE UPDATES: Defense tackling Brendan Banfield catfishing claims
The defense is set to begin presenting its case Wednesday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County.
The defense is set to begin presenting its case Wednesday in the Brendan Banfield murder trial in Fairfax County.
Man killed in parking lot hit‑and‑run; suspect identified, police say
Authorities have identified a suspect after a man was struck and killed Monday night in a parking‑lot hit‑and‑run.
Authorities have identified a suspect after a man was struck and killed Monday night in a parking‑lot hit‑and‑run.
Brendan Banfield Trial LIVE UPDATES: Testimony continues Tuesday
The high‑profile murder trial of Brendan Banfield resumes Tuesday in Fairfax County, where prosecutors are down to their final witnesses.
The high‑profile murder trial of Brendan Banfield resumes Tuesday in Fairfax County, where prosecutors are down to their final witnesses.
Man stabbed on Rockville walking path; search for suspects continues
Authorities are searching for suspects after a man was stabbed Wednesday night on a walking path in Rockville.
Authorities are searching for suspects after a man was stabbed Wednesday night on a walking path in Rockville.
Banfield murder trial: Former au pair testifies that ex lover plotted to kill wife
A former au pair testified Wednesday that she turned against her ex‑lover in what prosecutors describe as a sprawling double‑homicide plot because she "wanted the truth to come out."
A former au pair testified Wednesday that she turned against her ex‑lover in what prosecutors describe as a sprawling double‑homicide plot because she "wanted the truth to come out."
Suspected National Guard shooter due back in court on two new charges
A deadly shooting case with ties to the National Guard and the White House is heading back to court, and prosecutors have now expanded the charges.
A deadly shooting case with ties to the National Guard and the White House is heading back to court, and prosecutors have now expanded the charges.
Two charged with murder after Gaithersburg teen killed in Moose Knuckles trade
Authorities say two people have been arrested and charged in the shooting death of a Gaithersburg man earlier this month.
Authorities say two people have been arrested and charged in the shooting death of a Gaithersburg man earlier this month.
No charges for officer who shot, killed man armed with spear, AG says
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown says no charges will be filed against the officer who shot and killed a man who charged at him while armed with a spear.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown says no charges will be filed against the officer who shot and killed a man who charged at him while armed with a spear.
Brendan Banfield Trial: Opening statements Tuesday in murder case tied to alleged au pair affair
The murder trial of Brendan Banfield is now underway in Fairfax County, with opening statements set for Tuesday after a jury was seated Monday.
The murder trial of Brendan Banfield is now underway in Fairfax County, with opening statements set for Tuesday after a jury was seated Monday.
Alexandria Police adopt new hate crime policy following suspected bias motivated grocery attack
The Alexandria Police Department has formally adopted a new hate‑crime and bias‑incident policy, finalized just weeks after a suspected bias‑motivated assault at a Giant grocery store drew public attention.
The Alexandria Police Department has formally adopted a new hate‑crime and bias‑incident policy, finalized just weeks after a suspected bias‑motivated assault at a Giant grocery store drew public attention.