Howard County Preparing To Vaccinate Children Against COVID-19
About 31,000 Howard County children are between the ages of 5 and 11, making them eligible for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine.
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About 31,000 Howard County children are between the ages of 5 and 11, making them eligible for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine.
After hunkering down for the holidays in 2020, far more travelers are expected to be on the move this year.
Maryland reported 448 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths, according to state health department data released Tuesday morning.
The United States has reopened its borders to vaccinated international travelers, ending a 20-month travel ban at the same moment Europe is battling a surge of COVID-19 cases that has pushed the continent back into the epicenter of the pandemic.
While 86.9% of workers in nursing home across the state are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, there are still a handful of facilities where fewer than two-thirds of workers have received at least one shot, according to data released Monday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Maryland reported 555 new COVID-19 cases and 14 new deaths, according to state health department data released Monday morning.
With some Americans still refusing to get their Covid-19 shots and some refusing to wear masks, the transition could take more time.
Maryland reported 727 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths, according to state health department data released Sunday morning.
Hundreds of children and their parents lined up outside the Baltimore Convention Center on Saturday morning to get their first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Maryland reported 791 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths, according to state health department data released Saturday morning.
Governor Larry Hogan said this week he will not mandate shots for children and the decision should be up to parents.
If you plan on traveling anytime soon, expect long lines and plenty of delays, especially next week when international travel restrictions are finally eased.
Jurisdictions across the Baltimore region announced clinics to administer COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5 to 11. Here's a list of clinics in the Baltimore region.
A vaccine clinic for children ages 5 to 11 will open in the Baltimore Convention Center on Saturday, Mayor Brandon Scott said.
Maryland reported 868 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths, according to state health department data released Friday morning.
The federal government has canceled a multimillion dollar deal with Emergent BioSolutions, a Maryland-based vaccine manufacturer with facilities in Baltimore that were found to have produced millions of contaminated Johnson & Johnson vaccine doses this spring, the Washington Post reported.
It was a big day for hundreds of kids in Northwest Baltimore.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott along with Health Commissioner Dr. Letitia Dzirasa are set to provide a COVID-19 update Thursday.
Pfizer expects to ship 11 million doses of its shot for kids in the coming days and while some parents rush to get their child vaccinated many of still hesitant.
The state is initially getting about 180,000 child-sized doses, but Governor Hogan said the state expects further vaccine allotments in the coming weeks.
For many, the winter holidays mean gathering with family and friends from near and far to share meals and quality time, situations that can quickly lead to the spread of Covid-19 -- especially for those who are unvaccinated.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. on Wednesday proposed using roughly half of the county's American Rescue Plan funds on the ongoing response to COVID-19, and spending an additional $60 million on economic recovery efforts.
In Maryland, the vaccines will mostly be given through pediatricians and school-based clinics.
Vaccine doses for children ages five to 11 have already been shipped to Maryland. Some are going directly to pharmacies and pediatricians. The state is also helping to coordinate vaccine clinics at schools.
Passengers at BWI Airport said they waited more than an hour to get through the security checkpoint as efforts to fund Homeland Security remain stalled.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
A suspected impaired driver was arrested after crashing into two Maryland State Police vehicles and injuring two troopers early Sunday.
Spring is officially in the air. Pollen and other allergens are, too.
Passengers at BWI Airport said they waited more than an hour to get through the security checkpoint as efforts to fund Homeland Security remain stalled.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
A suspected impaired driver was arrested after crashing into two Maryland State Police vehicles and injuring two troopers early Sunday.
Spring is officially in the air. Pollen and other allergens are, too.
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dissolve her order preventing ICE from deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia.
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.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
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.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
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.
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.
Temperatures drop on Monday in Maryland
Overnight storms follow unseasonably warm Sunday
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
Some storms could produce hail, gusty winds, and lightning
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