Waldorf man charged in wife's murder after requesting welfare check to his home

A man has been charged with murder in his wife's death after requesting a welfare check at his home, according to the Charles County Sheriff's Office.

What do to for fun this holiday season in Charles County, MD

There are plenty of fun things to do in Southern Maryland this holiday season. Charles County is chock-full of rich Maryland history and culture and some of the events show off the great landmarks the area has to offer.

Charles County fire truck crash leaves 2 injured

Two people are in the hospital after a fire truck responding to a fire in Accokeek crashed into a vehicle Wednesday afternoon. 

Life plus 125 years in prison for gunman who brutally murdered man as parents witnessed attack

A gunman who attacked a man at his Charles County home while his parents watched and then brutally murdered him nearby was sentenced to life plus 125 years in prison, officials say.

Teenage dirt bike daredevil arrested in Charles County

Officers said the 17-year-old speedster once drove circles around police and sped off before they could catch him.

18-year-old arrested in connection with shooting of 13-year-old in La Plata

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the shooting of a 13-year-old in La Plata over the summer, according to the Charles County Sheriff's Office.

Battle continues over responsibility for fixing Charles County sinkholes

Sinkholes opening on properties is a continued problem in Charles County, Maryland that’s resulted in tedious battles over who’s responsible for the fix as financial and safety concerns grow.

Mother charged with murder in death of 18-year-old daughter in Charles County

The mother of an 18-year-old girl found dead on her bed inside her Charles County home is facing murder charges after a medical examiner said she failed to provide adequate care for her.

Waldorf man sentenced to life in prison for murdering 7-Eleven employee

The Waldorf man who murdered a 7-11 employee during an armed robbery in October 2020 was sentenced Tuesday in a Charles County Circuit Court. 

Father and son's bodies recovered from Potomac River

The body of a 10-year-old boy who was swimming with his father in the Potomac River Monday in Maryland when they both went missing has been recovered. The boy's father's body was found Tuesday morning after search efforts continued through the night. 

Father, son missing in Potomac River; rescue efforts underway

Two people — including one child — have been reported missing in the Potomac River, and the rescue operation is underway. 

13-year-old boy shot in La Plata

A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after being shot in the wrist late Monday night in La Plata, Maryland.

Firework lit by student causes evacuation of Charles County summer school

Authorities say a student at a summer school in Charles County caused the building to be evacuated after lighting off a firework inside.