
Pre-construction activity for Baltimore's Key Bridge expected to take months
For about a month, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has been working on pre-construction activities around the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
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For about a month, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has been working on pre-construction activities around the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) unveiled the design for the new Francis Scott Key Bridge almost a year after it was hit by a cargo ship, causing it to collapse.
Hours before a looming government shutdown on Friday, Congress passed a deal on a federal spending package that includes the full cost to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Maryland lawmakers announced the federal government will cover the entire cost to replace Baltimore's collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge could be taller when it is rebuilt, according to preliminary renderings from the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA).
Pleas were made in front of the Senate Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, explaining why funding for Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge reconstruction and Small Business Administration loans are critical.
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against the owner and operator of the container ship that rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, seeking $100 million in damages.
"Justice for me would be to have my husband at my side," said the widow of one of the workers killed in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore last spring.
Crews are planning to demolish the final pieces of the Key Bridge in preparation for a new span.
The body of a fifth missing construction worker was recovered Wednesday from the wreckage site of the Key Bridge collapse.
Governor Moore gave an update on recovery efforts Tuesday afternoon, four weeks after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Crews continue to work 24/7 on salvage operations related to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, Gov. Wes Moore and other leaders made it clear Friday it's still full steam ahead.
The investigation is being conducted by Maryland's U.S. Attorney's Office and the FBI.
Local nonprofit, Maryland New Directions are set to co-host Resume and Job Assistance Days for Port of Baltimore workers displaced following the Key Bridge collapse.
The Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles announced Friday afternoon they each will donate $5 million to the Baltimore Community Foundation's Key Bridge Emergency Fund.
Biden said Friday the government was "going to move heaven and earth to rebuild this bridge as rapidly as humanly possible."
Many jobs have come to a sudden halt following the Key Bridge collapse, including tugboat operators forced to wait for the main channel to be cleared.
One Democrat wants to protect bridge funding from elimination by Trump, if he wins the presidency.
On Thursday, the US Small Business Administration Administrator Isabel Guzman visited the SBA Business Recovery Center at the CareFirst Engagement Center in Canton.
A professor of structural engineering who says he is concerned about the Bay Bridge, which goes over Maryland's shipping channels.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced late Thursday they will open "a limited access channel... to the Port of Baltimore within the next four weeks."
There are 4,207 bridges in the U.S. that allow ships to pass under them. Of those, only 36% are described as having functional pier protection.
Four workers who fell into the Patapsco River when the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed are still missing and presumed to be dead
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after was struck by a cargo ship early Tuesday morning. After two days of searching for six missing people and finding the bodies of two, attention has turned to clearing the waterway.
Maryland State Police Colonel Roland Butler said divers located two men around 10 a.m. in about 25 feet of water at the middle span of the bridge.
Tina Harris remembers the day her grandmother, Mary Armwood, told her about Maryland's last documented lynching victim: George Armwood.
Cold temps return to the area to start the week with a chance for snow by Wednesday night for southern sections.
A proposed bill in Maryland could require the Department of Agriculture to ban certain pesticides and PFAS, or forever chemicals, from being used in the state.
Squatters took over a Baltimore County home in a "cash for keys" scam that left a homeowner frustrated. A proposed law in Maryland could make it easier to remove squatters.
The owner of a multiple Baltimore City childcare centers has been charged for allegedly stealing more than $2.5 million from the state of Maryland in a fraud scheme.
More than 42,000 BGE customers in Maryland were still without power Monday morning after power wind gusts knocked down trees and powerlines Sunday night.
Squatters took over a Baltimore County home in a "cash for keys" scam that left a homeowner frustrated. A proposed law in Maryland could make it easier to remove squatters.
Cold temps return to the area to start the week with a chance for snow by Wednesday night for southern sections.
Many Maryland households are facing some of their highest gas bills ever this winter, largely because of massive spending on gas infrastructure, according to Maryland people's counsel.
Tina Harris remembers the day her grandmother, Mary Armwood, told her about Maryland's last documented lynching victim: George Armwood.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Chef Mario has prepared some brunch dishes to showcase, and Alexus Davila chats with Andrea LeCesa about their brunch cocktail menu and the elevated brunch experience.
Michael Saunders, co-founder and Director, joins us in studio with the story behind Matriarch Coffee and how they source their coffee from Rwanda.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air from February 13-17, 2025.
Marla Johnson and Oana Brooks talk about who the proceeds from the sale will benefit and which items will be featured for purchase.
Alexus is down at the Inner Harbor aboard the love boat with General Manager Marcus Dutton checking out City Cruises' brunch, lunch and dinner cruise offerings.
Ja'Kobi Gillespie scored 26 points, and No. 25 Maryland scored its most points in a Big Ten game since entering the league a decade ago, routing Iowa 101-75 on Sunday.
Baltimore's Carmelo Anthony, who played 19 years in the National Basketball Association, is a Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame finalist.
Nendah Tarke scored 22 points off of the bench and Towson beat Delaware 75-70 on Thursday night for its 11th straight victory.
The pitchers and catchers had their first spring training workout on Thursday at the Orioles' complex in Sarasota, Florida.
The Tigers are gunning for their 11th-straight win on Thursday at home against rival Delaware Blue Hens.
A federal judge lifted a previous order pausing the program Wednesday. Soon afterward, the Office of Personnel Management announced the program was closed.
President Trump also says he'll announce "reciprocal tariffs" on Tuesday or Wednesday.
Immigrant-rights groups and five pregnant women are challenging President Trump's order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
A group of transgender minors and their families filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive action restricting access to gender-affirming care for people under the age of 19.
One of three soldiers aboard an Army Black Hawk helicopter that was involved in the deadly midair collision outside Washington, D.C., was identified as Capt. Rebecca Lobach.
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
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Meet Baltimore native and professional basketball player King Arthur, who opened Free Sweat Gym in Windsor Mill to promote mental wellness alongside fitness.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Winds will continue to die down Monday evening in Maryland. It'll still be at least somewhat breezy on Tuesday, just not to advisory or warning criteria.
Cold temps return to the area to start the week with a chance for snow by Wednesday night for southern sections.
After a very active weekend of wintry mix and rain, we are waking to a High Wind Advisory and chilly temperatures Monday. Expect winds from 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 50 mph. You may see scattered flurries through early morning, but drying up shortly after.
After a very active weekend of wintry mix and rain, Marylanders are waking up to a High Wind Advisory and chilly temperatures.
Cold air returns to Maryland, snow possible this week
Winds will continue to die down Monday evening in Maryland. It'll still be at least somewhat breezy on Tuesday, just not to advisory or warning criteria.
Clothes from local designer Jermari Young are being featured at Limited in Mondawmin Mall.
Chef Mario has prepared some brunch dishes to showcase, and Alexus Davila chats with Andrea LeCesa about their brunch cocktail menu and the elevated brunch experience.
Michael Saunders, co-founder and Director, joins us in studio with the story behind Matriarch Coffee and how they source their coffee from Rwanda.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air from February 13-17, 2025.