LAUREL, Maryland:. "Former City of Laurel Police Chief David Crawford, 69, has been denied bail in Howard County after being arrested Wednesday on numerous charges of arson and attempted murder. Crawford has been tied to at least 12 fires since 2011, according to statements from the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office and Laurel Mayor Craig A. Moe. Several homes were occupied at the time of the attacks and the targeted residences included ones where children lived, according to court documents.

Crawford is accused of having a hit list that included colleagues, a chiropractor, a family member and a rival on a community association, according to court documents. He faces charges including first degree arson and attempted first degree murder."

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/laurel-police-chief-arson-attempted-murder-charges-maryland/65-705eb141-6f2f-4953-b39e-9bef86131eee

CHARLESTON: "West Virginia Governor Jim Justice lightened restrictions on the state once again, two days after expanding vaccine eligibility to include all adults above age 50 and anyone above 16 with pre-existing conditions.

Beginning at 12 a.m. on Saturday, March 6, restaurants, bars and fitness centers will be allowed to open to 100% capacity, so long as the establishments are able to maintain social distancing.

Public gathering limits have also been raised from 75 people to 100 people. Justice originally raised the limit from 50 to 75 on Feb. 19.

Justice remained firm on the mask mandate, saying he is not lifting or lightening it at this time in an effort to not ruin the progress the state has made."

https://www.localdvm.com/news/west-virginia/gov-justice-further-lightens-restrictions-in-west-virginia/