Baltimore County To Require Masks In Public Buildings
All people in Baltimore County offices and facilities will be required to wear masks effective Friday, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced Thursday.
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All people in Baltimore County offices and facilities will be required to wear masks effective Friday, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced Thursday.
More children are being hospitalized with Covid-19 as health systems struggle to cope with a surge in new patients and officials race to expand vaccine protection.
The CDC is urging pregnant women to get the coronavirus vaccine. Doctors said the real risk is getting covid and not the vaccines. Pregnant women are considered immune-compromised meaning if they get sick, it could be dangerous for both them and their baby.
Maryland reported 886 new COVID-19 cases and one new death, according to state health department data released Wednesday morning.
Concerns that wearing masks might interfere with these natural learning experiences and communication skills have been studied before the pandemic.
Some local businesses are taking the new mask mandate a step further and requiring proof of vaccination before customers walk through the door.
The number of children with COVID-19 is rising nationwide with almost 93,824 new pediatric cases reported last week. That is up 143 percent compared to two weeks ago and at the highest level since February.
Since the onset of the covid-19 pandemic, the Maryland Food Bank has seen an 88 percent increase for families in need. People who have never been food insecure, until now, are coming to the Food Bank for help.
Americans living in high-risk Covid states are starting to shy away from restaurants, malls and airports as the Delta variant rapidly spreads.
The Herman and Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai have long been welcoming animals from the Maryland zoo to cheer up patients.
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a large number of youth across the globe staying at home and it's having a drastic effect on their mental health, researchers have found.
The Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival, originally scheduled for Oct. 30, has been postponed until June 4, 2022, organizers said.
It's not just students who could soon see mandates. Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said on MSNBC on Tuesday that he thinks vaccines for teachers should be mandated.
Baltimore County Public Schools announced that universal masking will be required in all of its schools effective Tuesday.
Samantha Claassen owns Golden West Cafe in Hampden and welcomes Baltimore's renewed indoor mask mandate, which went into effect Monday morning.
With the start of school just weeks away, Baltimore County wants to make sure all eligible students have the chance to roll up their sleeves to get the covid shot.
Common colds share many symptoms of the coronavirus, so if your child becomes ill as the school year gets underway, it might be difficult to immediately tell whether it's Covid-19, said CNN medical analyst Dr. Leana Wen.
Baltimore City Schools announced the release of its recovery plan on Monday.
The Housing Authority of Baltimore City on Monday mandated all its 650 employees get vaccinated by Sept. 1, unless they are approved to not get the shot due to a legitimate medical reason or religious belief.
The top-ranking facilities in Maryland have 90 percent or more of their staffers with at least one shot of the COVID-19 vaccine and the lowest-ranking places have reached fewer than 60 percent.
LifeBridge Health, a Baltimore-based healthcare company, announced Monday it will require vaccinations for all of its employees.
Any vaccinated Marylander between the ages of 12 and 17 is eligible for a $50,000 college scholarship in the promotion. The system will use the same random generator system used for the state's VaxCash promotion.
Maryland reported 586 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths, according to state health department data released Monday morning.
Maryland reported 853 new COVID-19 cases and 8 new deaths, according to state health department data released Sunday morning.
Temperatures will peak near 90 this afternoon with even higher temperatures later this week
Baltimore County police are requesting the public's help in apprehending a suspect tied to an early-morning Parkville shooting on Saturday.
Four people were displaced after a single-family home went up in flames early Saturday morning in Cecil County, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Heat and humidity begin a comeback by Sunday afternoon
Baltimore fans can find a new Ravens x Under Armour merchandise collection exclusively at the Flock Shop.
Baltimore County police are requesting the public's help in locating a suspect in a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) released body-worn camera video Friday showing a shooting that took place on Aug. 22 near Lexington Market.
Temperatures will peak near 90 this afternoon with even higher temperatures later this week
Four people were displaced after a single-family home was fully engulfed in flames early Saturday in Cecil County, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
On June 3, investigators from Harford County responded to the Greater Baltimore Medical Center for reports of a rape and learned the suspect was one of their own.
The 2026 Maryland Renaissance Festival, also known as Ren Fest, starts this weekend. Here's everything to know about the dates, times and tickets.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Maryland is suing UnitedHealth Group and Optum Inc. over a computer system that was supposed to help the state's Medicaid behavioral services program.
The Maryland State Fair is back for 2026, with three weekends of fun starting on Friday, Aug. 28 and running through Sept. 13.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
Greg Padgett is live from the Maryland State Fairgrounds checking out some traditional fair favorites, and exciting new exhibits and activities.
Brianna Becker, Managing Partner, shares some delicious items from their menu and discusses why the company decided to let guests help create the brand's next featured sandwich.
Professors Marquita Lister, Dr. Tyrone Stanley, and CJay Phillip join us to talk about the upcoming season, performances and what they look for in their performing arts students.
Chef Abraham joins us on TV Hill with a selection of menu items and shares how he got his start cooking as a former pro athlete.
OurBus co-founder Axel Hellman shares more about the new bus route as airfares have risen and low-cost flight options have become harder to find.
Baltimore fans can find a new Ravens x Under Armour merchandise collection exclusively at the Flock Shop.
Former MLB player Trey Mancini will retire as a Baltimore Oriole during a ceremony on Sept. 19 at Oriole Park, the Orioles and Mancini announced Friday.
Blaze Jordan and Ramón Urías homered early to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-5 on Thursday, snapping a five-game losing streak.
Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit a tiebreaking RBI double, Leody Taveras and Pete Alonso homered and the Baltimore Orioles beat the St. Louis Cardinals 8-7 on Wednesday night after squandering a five-run, first-inning lead.
Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels took a moment to chat on the field as the Ravens and Commanders held a joint practice on Wednesday.
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The aircraft carrier and its 5,000 crew members will return to San Diego after an approximately nine-month deployment.
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.
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.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
As children head back to school, parents are also preparing for another part of the routine, keeping kids healthy.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Vibrio vulnificus is a rare flesh-eating bacterium that lives in brackish or salty water and has been on the rise in Maryland's Chesapeake Bay.
Health officials in Harford and Anne Arundel counties have issued new rabies alerts involving a raccoon, a fox and a bat.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
Temperatures are warming up this week in Maryland.
Temperatures will peak near 90 this afternoon with even higher temperatures later this week
Pleasant conditions in Maryland on Saturday.
Heat and humidity begin a comeback by Sunday afternoon
The rain chance for Friday evening is very low and Saturday is the pick of the weekend
Baltimore KittyCon, a cat-lover convention hosted by BARCS, comes to the Baltimore Museum of Industry.
New public kayak launch and self-service kayak rentals in Baltimore's Inner Harbor
Temperatures are warming up this week in Maryland.
ArtFusion, an inaugural, immersive art festival, comes to Baltimore County.
Top high school baseball talent will compete in the UA Next All-America Game at Baltimore's Camden Yards on Sunday.