CDC now tracking rise of BF.7 and BA.2.75 COVID variants nationwide
The BA.5 variant from the summer wave of cases has now fallen to 83.1% of new infections.
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Maryland Department of Health expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility
The state's health department is now allowing anyone at high risk of the infection to be vaccinated.
OIG report: Dead rodents, insects still found at Druid Sexual Health Clinic
There are still sanitary concerns at the Druid Sexual Health Clinic, according to a follow-up investigation by the Office of the Inspector General's Office.
Dr. Sanford J. Siegel Prostate Cancer Run draws hundreds of people, raises $270K
Towson University hosted the 2022 Dr. Sanford J. Siegel Prostate Cancer Run/Walk on Sunday, drawing attention to the deadly disease and those who have survived it.
Residents say they waited over an hour at one water distribution site
"We have more resources coming tomorrow," said James Wallace, director of the Baltimore City Office of Emergency Management. "There will be more water here tomorrow the operation will be even bigger tomorrow."
'It's a disgrace': West Baltimore residents demand action on contaminated water
"It's a shame," said one woman as she picked up gallons of bottled water on Thursday. "Yes, we do feel neglected. Sandtown-Winchester is neglected. They make promises that they never keep."
Precautionary Boil Water Advisory lifted for some of Baltimore, mayor promises citywide water bill discount
Mayor Brandon Scott said that after reviewing water samples the city had obtained clearance from the Maryland Department of the Environment to lift the precautionary advisory for Baltimore County and a part of the city.
City leaders give update on Baltimore's E. coli contamination, boil water advisory
Baltimore City officials will be giving their first press briefing in two days regarding the wide-ranging Boil Water Advisory.
Demand for safe drinking water amid bacteria contamination depletes Halethorpe Fire Station's bottled supply
Hundreds of water bottle packets were given out at the Halethorpe Fire Station Tuesday afternoon, but the packets ran out by the evening.
Residents under Boil Water Advisory do what they can to get by
With no timeline on when the problem will be resolved, there's not much anyone can do but wait it out.
University of MD Baltimore launches multi-office initiative to prevent violence
The University of Maryland Baltimore will head a new Center for Violence Prevention to research the leading causes and lasting impacts of violence and develop policy proposals to address them.
Baltimore County planning to buy more water for areas impacted by Boil Water Advisory
"The health of Baltimore County residents is a top priority, and we want to be sure that everyone in the advisory area is taking all of the necessary precautions," said Olszewski.
DPW issues Boil Water Advisory for parts of Baltimore after E. coli detected
Residences and businesses within the following boundaries should boil water for home use: Riggs Avenue to W. Franklin Street from north to south and Carey Street to Pulaski Street from east to west.
Everything you need to know about the updated Covid-19 boosters
Americans ages 12 and older are recommended get the new boosters as long as they've already had their primary series of vaccines.
Hogan authorizes immediate use of updated COVID-19 vaccine boosters
The announcement comes a day after the CDC approved the adapted vaccine. Everyone 12 and older is eligible for the new shot.
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Baltimore rapper LonnieDaGoat remembered at candlelight vigil
The Cherry Hill community held a candlelight vigil for local rapper LonnieDaGoat on Saturday.
Ravens elevate WR Webb and LB Copeland from practice squad
The Baltimore Ravens have promoted wide receiver Raleigh Webb and linebacker Brandon Copeland from the team's practice squad.
Judiciary unveils Barbera's portrait, a first for a woman
The official portrait of retired Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera was destined to be highly symbolic, as it would be the first of 24 such drawings of the state's top jurists going back to 1778 to feature a woman.
Marylanders watch SpaceX rocket slide across the sky Saturday
A mysterious object lit up the night sky in Maryland on Saturday night. But it wasn't a bird or a plane—or even an asteroid.
Orioles lose to Astros, giving Baker milestone 100th win
Yuli Gurriel hit a two-run single to cap a ninth-inning uprising that carried the Houston Astros past the Baltimore Orioles 11-10 Saturday night, giving manager Dusty Baker his milestone 100th win of the season.
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Police identify man killed in Essex violent attack
Kings Transport and Towing in Essex confirmed the victim, Andrew Miller, worked for them.
Police ID man abducted in Hanover, found dead in trunk of car on fire in Baltimore
Investigators believe Gillus was killed in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore police said.
Judge allows Maryland mail-in votes to be counted before Election Day
A Maryland judge ruled that mail-in votes will be allowed to be counted before November's Election Day.
Man catches Maryland record-breaking swordfish off Ocean City
The DNR said Jeff Jacobs was getting ready to return to shore when his fishing line started tugging.
Baltimore nonprofit brings much-needed renovation to Poppleton home
"Heaven sent, heaven sent," said longtime Poppleton resident Phoenix Harlee. "It's like my angels were listening to me."
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Monkeypox vaccine eligibility expanded in Maryland
The eligibility for the human monkeypox vaccine has been expanded, the Maryland Department of Health announced Thursday.
Adam Linquist of the Waterfront Partnership tells us about the Trash Wheel Fan Fest this weekend
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Trash Wheel fan fest returns!
Old Bay shouts out New Orleans designer for creative look
"It's called fashion, sweetie, look it up," the McCormick Spice Co. said.
Maryland Restaurant Week ends Sunday
Don't deprive your palate! It's not too late to participate in Maryland Restaurant Week.
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Ravens elevate WR Webb and LB Copeland from practice squad
The Baltimore Ravens have promoted wide receiver Raleigh Webb and linebacker Brandon Copeland from the team's practice squad.
Orioles lose to Astros, giving Baker milestone 100th win
Yuli Gurriel hit a two-run single to cap a ninth-inning uprising that carried the Houston Astros past the Baltimore Orioles 11-10 Saturday night, giving manager Dusty Baker his milestone 100th win of the season.
Navy gets first win with field goal in 2nd overtime
Daniel Davies, who came into the game without a field-goal attempt this season, made all three of his tries Saturday night, including a 36-yarder in the second overtime and Navy beat East Carolina 23-20.
Pigrome thows 142 yards for Towson but Tigers lose to New Hampshire
Max Brosmer threw three touchdown passes and Dylan Laube ran for 114 yards and New Hampshire was never threatened in a 37-14 win over Towson on Saturday.
Maryland loses to Michigan after Corum's 243 yards, 2 TDs
Blake Corum was eager to be a workhorse. The Michigan running back got his wish on Saturday and delivered a game-changing performance.
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Judge allows Maryland mail-in votes to be counted before Election Day
A Maryland judge ruled that mail-in votes will be allowed to be counted before November's Election Day.
Trump reportedly hosting Mar-A-Lago fundraiser for Dan Cox, candidate for Maryland governor
The event will be held with Cox at Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida on Oct. 16, according to a copy of the invitation obtained by the Baltimore Banner.
N.Y. sues Trump, his company, seeking end to their business in state and $250 million
Letitia James said Trump and his children engaged in a scheme to enrich themselves through false property valuations.
Delaware prepares for possible migrant arrivals after report of flight planned from Texas
Jill Fredel, the director of communications for the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, said in a news conference Tuesday that they have no reports of any migrants arriving at this time.
In letter to Biden, Hogan raises concerns about EV incentives he claims will hurt foreign automakers
Gov. Larry Hogan raised concerns about "well-intentioned but misguided provisions" in the Inflation Reduction Act he claims will damage foreign automakers in allied countries that produce some videos in America.
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Festival in Baltimore will celebrate Latin American heritage
As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month here in Baltimore, a festival is taking place in Baltimore's Highlandtown community this weekend.
Where's Marty? Learning about the honey-making operation at All Saints Sisters of the Poor in Catonsville
These nuns have learned the ins and outs of beekeeping world, and they yearly sell over 300 pounds of bottled honey.
Trash Wheel Fan Fest returns after three-year hiatus
The long-awaited Trash Wheel Fan Fest is returning to downtown Baltimore after a three-year hiatus.
Charm City Live brings music, food and vendors to War Memorial Plaza this weekend
You'll see performances from local and national artists. The musical lineup includes: Joe, Kelly Price, Stokely, Jon B, The Bonfyre, and Rebecca Black.
MD Department of Natural Resources releases first Fall Foliage Report
Hard as it may be to believe, fall is set to start Thursday evening, which means the changing of the leaves is right around the corner.
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Stephen Curry rumored to be nearing $1B deal with Under Armour
Curry's current deal with the Baltimore-based footwear and clothing company runs through 2024.
$73M in debt wiped out for Maryland's former ITT Tech students
The Department of Education will forgive nearly $4 billion in debt for over 200,000 former ITT Technical Institute students across the country, including nearly 4,000 in Maryland, Attorney General Brian Frosh announced Tuesday.
Diapers cost families a fortune, but now some states will stop taxing them
Disposable diaper prices have jumped 20% over the past year, according to the latest data from NielsenIQ.
Wegmans is phasing out plastic bags at Maryland stores
Starting later this month, all Wegmans stores in Maryland are phasing out single-use plastic bags.
Marylanders, Friday is the deadline to file & pay your taxes
Time is running out for Marylanders to pay their state income taxes if they haven't already done so.
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In letter to Biden, Hogan raises concerns about EV incentives he claims will hurt foreign automakers
Gov. Larry Hogan raised concerns about "well-intentioned but misguided provisions" in the Inflation Reduction Act he claims will damage foreign automakers in allied countries that produce some videos in America.
1-in-5 U.S. adults bet money on sports in past year, according to study
The report from the Pew Research Center shows that 19% of adults surveyed said they had wagered on sports.
Frosh, MDE announce settlement with Eastern Shore poultry processing plant
"Valley Proteins repeatedly discharged harmful pollutants - including nitrogen, phosphorus and fecal coliform - into a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay," said Attorney General Frosh.
MD's 7 sports wagering facilities contribute $477K to state in August
Five casinos and two other facilities handled $18.6 million last month, with $15.4 million in winnings going back to bettors.
Housing nonprofit brings convention to Baltimore, but councilwoman warns 'buyer beware'
The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America assists participants become qualified for a mortgage loan. But a Baltimore councilwoman warns "buyer beware."
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CDC now tracking rise of BF.7 and BA.2.75 COVID variants nationwide
The BA.5 variant from the summer wave of cases has now fallen to 83.1% of new infections.
Maryland Department of Health expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility
The state's health department is now allowing anyone at high risk of the infection to be vaccinated.
OIG report: Dead rodents, insects still found at Druid Sexual Health Clinic
There are still sanitary concerns at the Druid Sexual Health Clinic, according to a follow-up investigation by the Office of the Inspector General's Office.
Dr. Sanford J. Siegel Prostate Cancer Run draws hundreds of people, raises $270K
Towson University hosted the 2022 Dr. Sanford J. Siegel Prostate Cancer Run/Walk on Sunday, drawing attention to the deadly disease and those who have survived it.
Residents say they waited over an hour at one water distribution site
"We have more resources coming tomorrow," said James Wallace, director of the Baltimore City Office of Emergency Management. "There will be more water here tomorrow the operation will be even bigger tomorrow."
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Final preparations underway for Charm City Live festival
If you're looking for something fun to do Saturday, come downtown and check out Baltimore's free fall music festival, Charm City Live.
Artscape returning as in-person in 2023, moving to September
Artscape is returning as an in-person event in 2023, and the festival will be moved from its traditional spot on the calendar in the sweltering heat of July to September.
Sweet or savory: Charm City Live has all the food delights
The first-ever Charm City Live will be free and open to the public on Saturday at the War Memorial Plaza in downtown Baltimore.
Festival in Baltimore will celebrate Latin American heritage
As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month here in Baltimore, a festival is taking place in Baltimore's Highlandtown community this weekend.
Charm City Live drops performance schedule featuring Kelly Price, Stokley
Charm City Live is Saturday, Sept. 24 at War Memorial Plaza, from noon to 8 p.m.
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Maryland Weather: Mild temps Saturday, a fine start to the weekend
Saturday begins a two day warm up, highs reach 73 and tomorrow 78.
Marty Bass has your Friday morning forecast
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Maryland Weather: Breezy, Cool on the first Friday of Fall
Fall's first Friday off to a breezy start, temps reach the high 60s and dwindle down into the 40s once the sun sets.
First Alert Meteorologist Derek Beasley has your Thursday night forecast
Clear skies and temps continue to drop.
First Alert Meteorologist Derek Beasley has your Thursday evening forecast
A clear, cool night, with temps falling into the 50's.
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Marylanders watch SpaceX rocket slide across the sky Saturday
A mysterious object lit up the night sky in Maryland on Saturday night. But it wasn't a bird or a plane—or even an asteroid.
Marty Bass has your Saturday night forecast
Marty Bass has your Saturday night forecast
Baltimore rapper LonnieDaGoat remembered at candlelight vigil
The Cherry Hill community held a candlelight vigil for local rapper LonnieDaGoat on Saturday.
Marty Bass has your Saturday evening forecast
Marty Bass has your Saturday evening forecast
Charm City Live drops performance schedule featuring Kelly Price, Stokley
Charm City Live, a new festival in the heart of Baltimore, has announced its schedule for performances this weekend.