Baltimore City Increases COVID-19 Testing; Athletic Courts, Playgrounds To Reopen Monday
The Maryland Department of Health reported Friday that the state's positivity rate for the coronavirus is now at its lowest level since the pandemic started.
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The Maryland Department of Health reported Friday that the state's positivity rate for the coronavirus is now at its lowest level since the pandemic started.
MedStar Health was awarded this week nearly $1 million by the Federal Communications Commission to bolster the system's expansion of its Telehealth in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
There's a new hurdle for those in Maryland trying to collect unemployment insurance.
Two groups advocating for education and the Maryland Jockey Club were among the organizations that spent the most on lobbyists in Maryland in the most recent reporting period, when major legislation affecting them was before state lawmakers.
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association, a conference comprised of historically black colleges, is suspending all fall sports out of concern over the COVID-19 pandemic.
The state of Maryland has fined four nursing homes for failing to test all residents and staff for the coronavirus.
The number of coronavirus-related hospitalizations in Maryland fell back below 400 for the second time since March, data released by the state health department Friday morning shows.
For roughly the next two months, drivers in Baltimore's Fells Point neighborhood will see some road closures to allow for more outdoor dining amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Starting next week, residents will be allowed to enjoy the sunshine at Baltimore City owned playgrounds, or shoot some hoops at the athletic courts.
School officials are weighing how they want to proceed with the upcoming school year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
State leaders say Maryland has reached a critical milestone by testing at least 10 percent of the population for COVID-19, but health officials across the state are not letting up.
Bed Bath & Beyond announced Wednesday that it plans to close roughly 200 stores in the next two years.
The coronavirus pandemic has been a rollercoaster for state lotteries across the country, with some getting a boost from the economic downturn and others scrambling to make up for revenue shortfalls.
The Downtown Partnership will be adding its "parklet" seating to several popular downtown restaurants to allow for more outdoor eating beginning on July 14.
Johns Hopkins University is out with a new website that it says will help schools keep track of reopening policies and guidelines amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Anne Arundel County residents and visitors will soon be required to wear face coverings in outdoor public spaces when social distancing isn't possible, county leaders said Thursday.
After dropping below 400 for the first time since March, the number of coronavirus-related hospitalizations in Maryland increased slightly Thursday as the number of confirmed cases topped 71,000, data from the state's health department showed.
Loyola University Maryland will move to a hybrid model combining in-person and online learning when students return in the fall, the university said Thursday.
Baltimore mayor Jack Young and city officials announced Thursday that they are opening mobile coronavirus testing sites.
Gov. Larry Hogan is directing the State Board of Elections to keep all polling places open for the general election in November despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Much remains in the air regarding the 2020 NFL season, but if fans are able to watch Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium this fall, attendance will be greatly limited due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Baltimore City Public Schools announced Wednesday it will host the first of its weekly Reopening Town Halls as part of its initiative that seeks input on the plan to reopen in the fall.
Officials announced Wednesday that the Great Frederick Fair is canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
If you're in need of health insurance, you only have one more week to get covered.
International students attending schools in America may have to leave the country for the upcoming fall semester amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Juvenile justice reform is top of mind for Baltimore officials after a stolen car driven by teens crashed into an MTA bus Thursday in East Baltimore.
Businesses celebrated Dolly Day by participating in fundraising efforts to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Harford County.
Tawon Boyd died on Sept. 21, 2016, two days after he went into cardiac arrest while being taken into custody by the Baltimore County Police Department.
A New York man has been arrested after customs officials at Dulles International Airport discovered 65 pounds of khat in his baggage.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Friday's nice weather across Maryland will give way to wet and windy conditions this weekend from a strengthening nor'easter.
Juvenile justice reform is top of mind for Baltimore officials after a stolen car driven by teens crashed into an MTA bus Thursday in East Baltimore.
Locals in Rio are thrilled to have the NFL come to Maracanã Stadium, while Ravens fans making the trip from Baltimore are equally excited to experience the city.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival announced on Friday it has canceled all days of its music event due to coastal flooding impacting the site in Ocean City.
Businesses celebrated Dolly Day by participating in fundraising efforts to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Harford County.
After the Silver Diner filed a lawsuit to keep its restaurant open at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), supporters have organized a grassroots campaign with the same goal.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a standardized review process for data centers, as well as creating a Maryland Data Center Task Force and Data Center Dashboard.
Columbia, Maryland has been ranked the No. 1 city in the nation for women due to its favorable conditions for good job prospects and positive health outcomes, according to a new survey released by the financial website WalletHub.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
WJZ is live in Aberdeen getting a preview of some of the attractions and food vendors that will be available at this year's Italian festival.
Dr. Aminta H. Breaux, President of Bowie State University joins us in studio to talk about Fall Convocation, new degree programs on campus and shares important updates on the Bowie State MARC Train transit development.
Owner Jada Betts joins us in studio to talk about her business, and the other services her company Ambrosia has to offers besides tailgating food.
Dr. Kate Viola, Dermatology Partners, joins us in studio to breakdown back to school skin issues like irritation and rashes and demonstrates how to treat them properly at home.
We are live at Fogo De Chão in Towson checking out their full Churrasco experience and learning what makes Brazilian steakhouses stand out from others.
American football will make its debut in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday with a game between the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys at a futebol cathedral.
Whatever the conditions, the Cowboys will be chasing the NFL's most dangerous mobile quarterback in Lamar Jackson.
Trey Gibson pitched brilliantly into the seventh inning and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 on Wednesday night to sweep a doubleheader in their final home games of the season.
If Baltimore Ravens fans were hoping for a dramatically better injury report this week, Wednesday wasn't the best start.
Tuesday night's game between the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays was postponed because of bad weather. The teams are scheduled to play a split doubleheader Wednesday as they try to avoid elimination from the American League playoff race.
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Benjamin Netanyahu focused on Iran, and on defending Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank amid condemnation from fellow leaders at the U.N.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Despite Judge Pamela White's decision to restore computer access to Baltimore's inspector general and order the city to respond to her subpoenas, the battle is not yet over.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Businesses celebrated Dolly Day by participating in fundraising efforts to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Harford County.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival announced on Friday it has canceled all days of the music event due to coastal flooding impacting the site in Ocean City.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
Friday's nice weather across Maryland will give way to wet and windy conditions this weekend from a strengthening nor'easter.
Nice weather Friday, followed by some nor'easter impact in Maryland
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
Gusty winds, cooler than average temperatures, and a few spotty showers are possible for Maryland as a powerful nor'easter moves up the eastern seaboard.
Festival organizers announced the 3-day cancellation on Friday, one day after canceling Friday's lineup. CBS News Baltimore's Caroline Foreback has reaction from ticket holders.
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
Businesses celebrated Dolly Day on Friday by participating in fundraising efforts to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Harford County. CBS News Baltimore's Kaicey Baylor has the story.
Baltimore City has filed another emergency appeal in the latest effort to block access by Inspector General Isabel Cumming to city records and to force the city officials to respond to subpoenas.
A Baltimore police officer accused of second-degree assault and misconduct in office has resigned from the force in exchange for having the charges dropped.