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West Virginia has the nation's third-oldest population with nearly 20% of its 1.79 million residents over age 65. The state also eclipses most others in the percentage of people affected by diabetes, heart disease and obesity.
The department said due to high demand, lines at testing sites may be closed early to allow everyone waiting to be tested by the scheduled closing time.
The mask mandate will last through the end of the school year, however, schools do have an opportunity to have their mandates lifted if the school and the county it is in meets certain criteria for vaccinations and case transmission rates.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced a seventh mobile COVID-19 testing site with a drive-thru option or a walk-up clinic on a bus.
An additional 20 state-run COVID-19 testing sites will open near hospital sites across Maryland in the coming weeks, Gov. Larry Hogan said Thursday.
As Maryland contends with rising COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations, the percentage of residents testing positive is approaching 30%, according to the latest data from the state Department of Health.
The Harford County Health Department is setting up a COVID-19 testing site at Ripken Stadium in response to the increased public demand for tests that detect the virus.
Citing the rise in COVID-19 cases due to the Omicron variant, the Baltimore County Department of Aging will halt in-person activities at 20 senior centers starting on Jan. 10, the agency announced Thursday.
Students in Maryland's public schools will be required to wear masks for the rest of the school year—unless their county or school meets certain benchmarks for COVID-19 vaccination or transmission rates.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. and Health Officer Dr. Gregory Wm. Branch are scheduled to speak at 10:30 a.m. Watch the briefing live on CBSN Baltimore.
With students set to return to the classroom, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott on Wednesday said the city will give 100,000 tests and 80,000 masks to Baltimore City Public Schools.
As health care workers are falling ill, hospitalizations nationwide continue to rise.
Despite the rising case numbers, Mayor Scott is demanding schools stay open for in-person learning—and will provide city schools with 100,000 rapid tests and 80,000 N95 masks.
The store will re-open again on Friday at 6 a.m. It is one of two supercenters in the northeast corner of Maryland.
With the Omicron variant driving an increase of COVID-19 cases, the City of Frederick is moving all government meetings to virtual and closing offices to the public over the next nine days, officials said Wednesday.
The Maryland Access to Counsel in Evictions Task Force has indicated in its first report to Gov. Larry Hogan that murky details and last-minute communication have prevented task force members from providing adequate protection to tenants on the cusp of eviction amid a new wave of COVID-19 infections.
OVID-19 hospitalizations continue to rise in Maryland, reaching 3,118 on Wednesday, a day after Gov. Larry Hogan declared a state of emergency in response to surging infections.
The Biden administration is opening additional federally run free Covid-19 testing sites in six states across the country -- Maine, Maryland, Nevada, Delaware, Texas and Washington -- as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to surge in the US.
The department opened two new testing sites Friday to keep up with an increased demand for testing amid a surge in new infections.
With COVID-19 hospitalizations topping 3,000 in Maryland and predicted to continue climbing, Gov. Larry Hogan on Tuesday declared a state of emergency to combat the public health crisis.
With so many questions surrounding COVID-19, we want to help you get answers.
Maryland is under a new 30-day state of emergency as hospitals struggle with more than 3,000 patients right now, a record number.
Demand for Covid-19 tests has surged as the Omicron variant has spread in the United States in recent weeks.
The state is now reporting a record-shattering 3,057 COVID-19 hospitalizations.
Howard County on Tuesday announced the opening of a new COVID-19 testing site to service as many as 15,000 county employees and their families.
Baltimore City's Spring Cleanup and Day of Service is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m, providing residents of Baltimore a collective opportunity to tidy up their neighborhoods as warmer weather approaches.
Many women across the country are struggling to get their hands on estrogen patches after the FDA removed black box warning labels on many hormone therapy drugs.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Temperatures both Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be above normal in Maryland
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Temperatures both Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be above normal in Maryland
Many women across the country are struggling to get their hands on estrogen patches after the FDA removed black box warning labels on many hormone therapy drugs.
Baltimore City's Spring Cleanup and Day of Service is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m, providing residents of Baltimore a collective opportunity to tidy up their neighborhoods as warmer weather approaches.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
WJZ makes a visit to The Spa at the Hotel at the University of Maryland.
Medspa and business owner, Keiarna Stewart, shares her journey on how she got into the beauty and wellness space.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
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.
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.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 3/21/2026
Some fog is expected on Saturday in Maryland before warmer weather.
Temperatures both Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be above normal in Maryland
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 3/20/2026
The chance of rain spikes this evening, followed by another round of rain Sunday night.
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 3/21/2026
Some fog is expected on Saturday in Maryland before warmer weather.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Immigrant advocacy group We Are CASA stood with some Maryland legislators pushing for the passage of two bills they say will protect immigrant communities.