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Mental health top of mind as students head back to school
With Maryland students about to head back to school, an issue on the mind of many parents and health care workers is children's mental health.
Sen. Van Hollen discusses recovery from minor stroke
"I think the lesson for all of us is you've got to look out for your health," he said.
What Marylanders make of the CDC's new COVID-19 guidelines
After two and a half years of social distancing and quarantine after exposure, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has relaxed its guidelines for COVID-19.
More Black NFL retirees win dementia cases in rescored tests
Hundreds of Black NFL retirees denied payouts in the $1 billion concussion settlement now qualify for awards after their tests were rescored to eliminate racial bias.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Additional 135 million doses of Emergent BioSolutions-made COVID vaccines rejected, panel says
Johnson & Johnson recently told lawmakers that 135 million doses failed inspection and were deemed "unusable."
The US is on a Covid plateau, and no one's sure what will happen next
There are big question marks around what might happen next, as the coronavirus' evolution remains quite elusive 2½ years into the pandemic.
Rutschman joins advisory board of anti-PED educational group
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman has joined the advisory board of the Taylor Hooton Foundation, a group that educates young athletes about the dangers of anabolic steroids and other performance enhancing drugs.
Md. campus officials prepare for Monkeypox prevention as fall semester approaches
"The main thing is educating the student body about what they can do to prevent the disease and also recognize it early."
"The perfect storm": With 1 in 4 nurse positions vacant, Maryland hospitals face crisis
An annual workforce report by the Maryland Hospital Association reveals a state-wide shortage of 5,000 full-time registered nurses and 4,000 licensed practical nurses.
To prepare for possible monkeypox spread, colleges focus on educating students
Educators are working to reduce the public health risk while some students worry about how their campus experiences might be affected by the virus.
Baltimore extends Code Red Extreme Heat Alert through Tuesday
As WJZ's Marty Bass said on today's noon broadcast, the heat index -- a measure of air temperature and humidity -- will have a "real feel" of 104 degrees.
What should people know about Paxlovid rebound? Dr. Leana Wen explains
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Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
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Why calling monkeypox an STD is about more than just a label
Some experts argue that labeling monkeypox as an STD could be not only misleading but potentially harmful for public health.
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Juvenile charged following reports of "shots fired" at Bel Air pool, deputies say
A juvenile has been charged in connection with a report of gunfire at a public pool in Bel Air, Maryland, according to the Harford County Sheriff's Office.
Anne Arundel County teachers call attention to staffing crisis, protest contract employees
Dozens of Anne Arundel County teachers gathered together on Monday and rallied against how the public school district is addressing a staffing crisis.
Metro Crime Stoppers offers rewards of 8K each for information on three different homicides
Metro Crime Stoppers is offering rewards of up to $8,000 each for tips that lead investigators to the people responsible for killing three men in different parts of the city within the past three weeks, according to authorities.
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Why calling monkeypox an STD is about more than just a label
Some experts argue that labeling monkeypox as an STD could be not only misleading but potentially harmful for public health.
Maryland man held without bail in deadly boating hit-and-run
A Maryland man charged in the hit-and-run boating death of an Anne Arundel County woman was ordered held without bail Monday, court records show.
Train strikes tractor-trailer in Southeast Baltimore
No injuries have been reported.
Maryland State Fair kicks off in 10 days with extended weekends
The fair kicks off on August 25 with new expanded dates, opening over three long weekends and ending on September 11.
Annapolis man handed 15 year sentence for hit-and-run in Glen Burnie, assault on officers
The 26-year-old faced charges in a hit-and-run crash, multiple counts of assault on police, drug charges and a slew of related charges.
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Getting the scoop on the Harford County Snowball Trail
There's no better way to cool off than with a delicious snowball. Perhaps the best way to try out all the different flavors is taking a trek along the Harford County Snowball Trail.
Where's Marty? Checking in with The Charmery as the ice cream shop celebrates 9 years in business
Nine years ago this weekend, The Charmery opened with the hope of every new small local business: to survive. They have more than survived, much more!
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Friday morning forecast
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Friday morning forecast
TSA sounds alarm after replica gun found at BWI
A replica gun was recovered by security early Friday morning at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, officials said.
Where's Marty? Checking out a new crustacean sensation
Everyone enjoys dining on crabs, but how do you feel about crab-themed artwork? That's the subject of this story.
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Taulia Tagovailoa leads impressive Maryland passing attack
With an experienced quarterback in Taulia Tagovailoa and a talented receiving corps, Maryland has built an exciting passing attack that has won its share of games in the Big Ten.
Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters returns to practice
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters returned to practice Monday.
Flacco, 37, steps in at QB for Jets with Wilson sidelined
There are moments — and they seem to be increasing by the year — when Joe Flacco knows his teammates are laughing at him.
Rasmussen loses perfect game in 9th, Rays beat Orioles 4-1
Drew Rasmussen took a perfect game into the ninth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays expanded their lead over Baltimore for the final AL wild card to 1 1/2 games with a 4-1 victory over the Orioles on Sunday.
McClanahan stops 2-start skid, Rays beat Orioles 8-2
All-Star Shane McClanahan stopped a two-start losing streak, working six solid innings as the Tampa Bay Rays moved back in front of the Baltimore Orioles in the AL wild-card race with an 8-2 victory on Saturday.
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Baltimore City to distribute $1,000 payments to parents in guaranteed income pilot program
The Baltimore Young Families Success Fund had completed its onboarding process and identified the first batch of recipients.
Maryland board seeking earlier mail-in ballot count
The Maryland State Board of Elections voted Monday to file an emergency petition in court that seeks an earlier count of mail-in ballots for the general election in November.
Sen. Van Hollen discusses recovery from minor stroke
"I think the lesson for all of us is you've got to look out for your health," he said.
Mayor Scott signs bill targeting calls for false burglar alarms
The bill reduces the number of false alarms, from 15 to five, that police are required to respond to before the property is placed on the city's false alarm registry.
FBI seized 'top secret' documents from Trump home
The FBI recovered documents that were labeled "top secret" from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, according to court papers released Friday after a federal judge unsealed the warrant that authorized the unprecedented search this week.
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DPW celebrates city's water system with music, food and tours at Dam Jam
Baltimore City's Department of Public Works is celebrating the system that brings drinking water to people's homes with the return of Dam Jam, a festival featuring music, food trucks and family activities.
Where's Marty? Checking in with The Charmery as the ice cream shop celebrates 9 years in business
Nine years ago this weekend, The Charmery opened with the hope of every new small local business: to survive. They have more than survived, much more!
Well Seasoned: How Old Bay seasoning became a cult favorite
CBS News correspondent Major Garrett talks with 97-year-old Ralph Brunn about the cult following surrounding his dad's creation: Old Bay seasoning.
Moving History's summer program takes a hands-on approach to teaching African culture
Over the course of several weeks, students will learn about the African diaspora during a cooking class, and how the Mali Empire used drums to communicate at long distances.
Where's Marty? At The Peale ahead of its 208th birthday and grand reopening
Over its history, the building on Holiday Street, a stone's throw away from City Hall, has had many incarnations.
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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.
State Reveals New Home Loan Products To Help Marylanders Buy New Homes
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development's Maryland Mortgage Program is launching a variety of new home loan products to provide more flexible options for down payments and closing cost assistance, according to housing officials.
Amazon, Rite Aid Cap Purchase Of Emergency Contraceptives
Amazon is limiting how many emergency contraceptives consumers can buy, joining other retailers who put in place similar caps following the Supreme Court decision overruling Roe v. Wade.
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Additional 135 million doses of Emergent BioSolutions-made COVID vaccines rejected, panel says
Johnson & Johnson recently told lawmakers that 135 million doses failed inspection and were deemed "unusable."
Mortgage rates climb above 5% once again
While the volatility in mortgage rates remains, there are signs that the housing market is starting to stabilize.
Baltimore Black Business Quest showcases local Black-owned businesses, helps nonprofits
In just a week and a half, the three-day We Give Black Fest dedicated to social change, fundraising and highlighting Black-led organizations serving greater Baltimore will be held at West Covington Park.
The Choco Taco is not quite dead yet
A few weeks ago, Klondike appalled the internet when it said that the Choco Taco would be discontinued. This week, it reversed course, saying the beloved ice cream treat may be coming back - eventually.
MD receives $22.9M for offshore wind apprenticeship program
The Maryland Works for Wind project will partner local companies and unions to develop a training model for the offshore wind industry, while trying to reach potential workers from underserved populations.
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Why calling monkeypox an STD is about more than just a label
Some experts argue that labeling monkeypox as an STD could be not only misleading but potentially harmful for public health.
Mental health top of mind as students head back to school
With Maryland students about to head back to school, an issue on the mind of many parents and health care workers is children's mental health.
Sen. Van Hollen discusses recovery from minor stroke
"I think the lesson for all of us is you've got to look out for your health," he said.
What Marylanders make of the CDC's new COVID-19 guidelines
After two and a half years of social distancing and quarantine after exposure, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has relaxed its guidelines for COVID-19.
More Black NFL retirees win dementia cases in rescored tests
Hundreds of Black NFL retirees denied payouts in the $1 billion concussion settlement now qualify for awards after their tests were rescored to eliminate racial bias.
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Siblings offer free concert to benefit Kennedy Krieger Institute
Want to kick off your Saturday evening on a high note? You're in luck.
We Give Black Fest aims to highlight black-led organizations with 3-day festival
In roughly one week, the We Give Black Fest will host its annual CLLCTIVLY event at West Covington Park in Baltimore.
Maryland sportsbooks handle $15M in July
Maryland's six sportsbooks handled more than $15.4 million in bets in July.
Maryland Zoo welcomes Marigold, a newborn blue duiker
The blue duiker is a species of antelope found in the forests of Africa.
O's to celebrate 30th anniversary of Oriole Park with 'I Love the 90s' concert series Saturday
Baltimore's own Dru Hill and Smash Mouth will perform Saturday as the Birdland Summer Music Series continues with "I Love the 90s."
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Maryland Weather: Wet & cool Monday
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Coffee With: Changing Game For Concussion Testing
In today's coffee with, the new test approved by the FDA and the Minneapolis Doctor who invented it.
Baltimore Buzz: Where's Louis?
The National Aquarium is tracking the grey seal after his release earlier this year.
Derek Beasley has your Monday night forecast
Derek Beasley has your Monday night forecast
Anne Arundel County teachers call attention to staffing crisis, protest contract employees
Dozens of Anne Arundel County teachers gathered together on Monday and rallied against how the public school district is addressing a staffing crisis.
Maryland board seeking earlier mail-in ballot count
The Maryland State Board of Elections voted Monday to file an emergency petition in court that seeks an earlier count of mail-in ballots for the general election in November.