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The Maryland Department of Health is urging Marylanders to take precautions and to follow safety tips to avoid illness related to the intense heat.
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The US eliminated malaria in 1951. How can it keep it under control now?
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Why an eye exam should be on your child's back-to-school checklist
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Johns Hopkins hit with class action lawsuit connected to data breach
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State education commission approves development of McDaniel College nursing program
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Ophelia continues to weaken as it approaches the area. We'll still experience rainy & breezy weather Sunday.
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Tropical Storm Ophelia wallops Ocean City with heavy rain, high tides, and flood waters
WJZ's Stephon Dingle was in Ocean City as the storm moved up the coast. He noted that the heavy winds and intense rain had caused coastal flooding, bringing the water in the street up to his shins.
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Annapolis residents prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia's floodwaters
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A reimagined Artscape kicks off Friday evening in Baltimore with a bigger footprint and new date.
MTA offering free transit for a weekend in September
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Federal contractor from Maryland charged with sending classified US information to Ethiopia
The man's government work, prosecutors say, gave him a security clearance access to highly classified information, which he illegally copied and shared with a foreign agent.
Baltimore Museum of Art to introduce reinterpreted Asian art collection
The museum said the exhibit features 182 objects, half of which haven't been on view for decades.
Orioles' postseason tickets are available now
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Ms. Pat's bringing her comedy tour to Baltimore this month
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Friendly's is serving up Jonas Brothers' themed sundaes
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Ravens elevate Gordon and Drake from practice squad to help injury-plagued backfield
The Ravens also released backup quarterback Josh Johnson and signed linebacker Jeremiah Moon to the 53-man roster. Moon had been on the practice squad.
Towson saw missed opportunities as Tigers lost to Norfolk State 21-14
The Tigers got the ball back with 2:15 remaining and reached the Spartans' 12-yard line, but a false start pushed the Tigers back to the 17.
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Means takes no-hit bid into the 7th, playoff-bound Orioles hold Guardians to 1 hit in 2-1 win
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Maryland ends 2023 fiscal year with $555M budget surplus
The comptroller said the end-of-fiscal-year report, known as the Closeout Report, reflects the challenges families and small businesses have faced.
Hunter Biden indicted on federal gun charges
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Pelosi announces she'll run for another term in Congress
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Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon announces 2024 bid to reclaim seat
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Baltimore DPW distributing over $15M for water debt relief
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The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
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The Baltimore area saw widespread flooding and damage after severe thunderstorms moved through the area overnight.
With Covid-19 cases on the rise, should students take extra precautions?
Dr. Leana Wen previously served as Baltimore's health commissioner.
Why the CDC recommends everyone get a new COVID shot this fall
Vaccine experts considered narrower recommendations for only higher-risk groups, but decided almost all Americans could benefit.
Baltimore Health Department opens grant applications for local organizations
The funds are from a national initiative by the CDC to address COVID-19 health disparities in high-risk and underserved communities.
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Annapolis residents prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia's floodwaters
Water levels will begin to rise on Saturday evening and likely peak around 1 a.m.
Baltimore opens emergency shelter, prepares residents for flood waters of Tropical Storm Ophelia
People who live in areas that are susceptible to flooding began putting out sandbags to protect their homes and businesses ahead of the storm.