Crime & Safety

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Flubs Line, Snowy Owl-Spotting, Fake Secret Service Agent's Remorse: Weird Md. News

Chicken on the roof controversy, robber uses finger in holdup, stylish breastfeeding? The strange and unusual headlines of the week.

The headlines that got people talking in Maryland:

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Compares Columbia to Prison

New York Mag writer describes city as "one of the dreariest American landscapes," but the actress apologizes. Read more on Columbia Patch.

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4 Snowy Owl Sightings Confirmed in Southern Anne Arundel County

Birding enthusiasts expect to see significant activity by Harry Potter's favorite bird in Northeastern America this year, according to eBird. Read more on Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.

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Maryland Moms: Breastfeed Like a Supermodel

Moms all look like this, right? Wearing a fresh, fluffy white robe, getting their makeup and hair done by a team of experts. All while peacefully breastfeeding their child. Read more on Riverdale Park Patch.

Got Manners? Watch 'Duck Dynasty'? Then Under Armour Wants You

Baltimore-based activewear company Under Armour apparently vets job candidates to make sure they can keep cool while working next to attractive colleagues, the Baltimore Business Journal reports. Read more on Laurel Patch.

Westminster Man Charged in Shooting of Brother

A 38-year-old Westminster man was charged on multiple counts in the shooting of his brother in their home. Read more on Westminster Patch.

Report: Shady Side Man Accused in Annapolis 7-Eleven Robbery--Again

Aaron Carbaugh, 34, of Shady Side, is facing robbery and other charges in connection with the Dec. 4 incident, according to news reports. Read more on Edgewater-Davidsonville Patch.

Are You One of Odenton’s ‘Sophisticated Squires’?”

An analysis of the retail market in Odenton came with an examination of the various groups of people living in town. Read more on Odenton-Severn Patch.

Chicken on the Roof Grill Ordered to Remove Chicken

Harford County received an anonymous complaint about the bird atop a Joppa restaurant. Read more on Bel Air Patch.

Man Robs Couple Using Finger as Threat

The suspect pointed his index finger as if it were a handgun, police said. Read more on Anne Arundel Patch.

Former Board of Education Candidate Sentenced for Impersonating Secret Service Agent

The man known for his green campaign signs in Howard County said the incident destroyed his career. Read more on Ellicott City Patch.



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