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Two Sex Abuse Cases Reported, Firefighters Rescue Cat from Wall: Prince George's Top News

The biggest headlines from around the county.

Man Gets Life in Prison for Slaying Bowie Woman

Fabian Shim of Forestville was sentenced to life in prison for the 2006 murder of Bowie resident Natosha Lynch.

Suspects Say 'Cheese,' Get Busted

Four Bowie residents were identified and charged with credit card theft after police released photos they had taken of themselves in a photo booth.

Bowie Man Charged with Sexually Abusing 6-year-old Girl

The girl was reportedly in the suspect's care at the time of the alleged abuse, according to police.

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Bowie City Hall, Vehicles Tagged with ‘Religious’ Graffiti

At least two individuals are being sought for painting fish symbols over laying crosses on the Bowie City Hall and several city vehicles.

Police Seek Public Help in Child Sexual Assault Case

Calling it a "highly unusual and disturbing crime", officials with the Prince George's County Police are asking for the public's help in their investigation of a sexual assault involving a 7-year-old girl in Marlton, just south of Upper Marlboro.

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"Joker" Threat Charges Against Prescott Dismissed

The case against Neil Prescott, the Crofton resident facing charges of telephone misuse after making threatening telephone calls to his former workplace last year, was dismissed by a judge Tuesday in Prince George's County Circuit Court.

Fire Crews Rescue Cat, but Not From Tree

The Prince George's Fire Department brought out some high-tech equipment for this cat rescue.

Hyattsville FY14 Budget Approved After Objections

Council delays decision on retiree health care benefit overhaul.

College Park Academy Gets Go-Ahead from School Board

County's first charter school, despite moniker, will actually be located in Hyattsville city limits for at least its first two years.

New Gastropub Opens in UMUC Marriott

A unique eatery has opened on campus in College Park.

New Farmers Market Opens in College Park Saturday

Hollywood Farmers Market will open at 8 a.m.

Business Comings and Goings: The Common, iYoggie, Mr. Smoothie

A rundown of businesses on their way in—or out—across College Park.

Washington, DC Region’s Population Up, Daily Driving Down

New study: Prince George’s and Montgomery counties residents drive less today than in 2005.

Thieves Strike University Park Autos Friday

Personal belongings were stolen from several parked vehicles in University Park Friday morning.

UMD, Cafritz Developers Near Property Sale Agreement

The Board of Regents has agreed to sell property to the developers, but the details have not been decided.

Baker Selects New CEO for Prince George's Schools

Kevin Maxwell, current superintendent of Anne Arundel County school system, picked to lead Prince George's schools.

County, State Leaders Welcome New Prince George's Schools Chief

Homecoming is the theme for Prince George's County Public Schools new CEO Dr. Kevin Maxwell.

Prosecutor: Maryland Needs Tougher Laws for Violent Threats

Does Maryland need tougher laws to deal with threats of violence? Prince George's County State's Attorney Angela Alsobrooks thinks so.



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