Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
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Maryland bus contractors seek to alleviate Howard County's school transportation troubles
The Maryland School Bus Contractors Association is calling on the Howard County Public School System to use community-based contractors to rectify its transportation problems.
Howard County Public Schools alters school schedules to address bus problems
The buses have been delayed, in part, because the bus drivers have been encountering an obstacle course of challenges that include insufficient route timing, traffic delays, and competing with parents and students who are driving to and from the schools.
School Bus Bungle: How Howard County plans to fix a transportation breakdown impacting students
Parents say that the school bus situation is negatively impacting their families and costing them money.
Howard County Public Schools superintendent says impact of "transportation crisis" devastating
School district officials cite contractor technology issues and incorrect information as main contributors to the difficulties Howard County students experienced getting to school.
Howard County officers use back-to-school initiative to protect students
Officers will enforce driver and pedestrian safety in school zones as part of Helping Arriving Students Through Enforcement initiative.
Howard County Public School System: Staff vacancies reduced ahead of school year
The school district temporarily hired 10-month staff to assist its Office of Human Resources and ensure that all applications and recommendations to hire were quickly processed.
Howard County water main break leaves hundreds of homes without water
Over 100 residents will be without water until late tonight or early tomorrow.
Howard County makes "H20 buffalo" available to residents without power
The water station can be found at a Cooksville parking lot.
Howard County seeks applicants for Equal Business Opportunity Commission
The county is specifically looking for minority business owners, women business owners or business owners with a disability.
Heat Wave Hazards: Know the signs of heat-related illnesses
While some people in Howard County are trying to find ways to beat the heat, other people are embracing it—but hydration is key.
82-year-old woman dies from injuries following car crash in Howard County
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
DPW urges Baltimore area residents to conserve water following fire at pumping station
The Baltimore City Department of Public Works and its regional partners are asking residents of Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County and Howard County to conserve water.
Howard County homeowners can take advantage of loan program for repairs
The RRR home rehabilitation loan program assists income-eligible Howard County homeowners with making repairs to their homes.
Police open investigation into scam involving impersonation of Howard County Sheriff Harris
Someone has been trying to trick older Howard County residents by telling them that there is a warrant out for their arrest because they failed to attend jury duty.
Howard County Council votes to take path toward ending use of fossil fuels
Members of the Howard County Council are cooking up a new plan to reduce carbon emissions.
Howard County school officials reveal new schedule for upcoming school year
The Howard County Board of Education has modified its 2023–2024 academic calendar and approved its 2024–2025 academic calendar to accommodate scheduling conflicts, according to school officials.
Howard County Board of Education adopts new hours for high school students
High school students in Howard County will get to sleep in a little later during the next school year.
Pedestrian struck, killed in Elkridge on Saturday, police say
Howard County officers are investigating a collision that killed a female pedestrian in Elkridge on Saturday, according to authorities.
Howard County native 'The Bald Ballerina' finds joy in the face of devastating cancer diagnosis
Less than a year into her new, exciting dance career, Maggie Kudirka felt a lump while showering.
Man convicted of 2019 Howard County homicide, faces possible life sentence
A Howard County Circuit Court jury has convicted Franck Ngande of killing a 21-year-old man in Columbia in 2019, according to authorities.
TikTok car challenge behind increased auto theft in Howard County
Howard County police have been alerting residents to an uptick in automobile robberies.
Bomb threat prompts Howard County Police to search River Hill High School
Howard County police have been searching River Hill High School for evidence that one of the students has a weapon, according to school officials.
Howard County Police offer reward for information on crash that killed Columbia man near Elkridge
Howard County Police are offering $5,000 for information that will help them find the person involved in a hit-and-run collision that killed a man traveling near Elkridge on Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Man killed in Laurel hit-and-run crash
The striking vehicle, which investigators preliminarily believe to be a Ford Explorer, left the scene before officers got there.
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Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Webb spots a building block of life on Jupiter's moon Europa
The Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore is the mission operations center for the telescope. It launched last in 2021 from French Guiana.
Maryland Weather: Clouds Return Thursday
Clouds return to the forecast Thursday with rain chances into Friday.
Powerball jackpot swells to $925 million after no winner snagged the prize Wednesday night
Wednesday night's winning numbers were 1, 7, 46, 47, 63, and the Powerball was 7, the lottery said.
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Suspect Jason Billingsley arrested in murder of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Baltimore Police have arrested Jason Billingsley, the suspect accused of killing tech CEO Pava LaPere.
Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
Community vigil held in Mount Vernon for Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Friends, family and community members gathered together on Wednesday evening to celebrate the life of a bright and budding leader of a Baltimore technology company.
Maryland Weather: Clouds Return Thursday
Clouds return to the forecast Thursday with rain chances into Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
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Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
Webb spots a building block of life on Jupiter's moon Europa
The Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore is the mission operations center for the telescope. It launched last in 2021 from French Guiana.
Powerball jackpot swells to $925 million after no winner snagged the prize Wednesday night
Wednesday night's winning numbers were 1, 7, 46, 47, 63, and the Powerball was 7, the lottery said.
Suspect Jason Billingsley arrested in murder of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Baltimore Police have arrested Jason Billingsley, the suspect accused of killing tech CEO Pava LaPere.
26-year-old tech CEO Pava LaPere found dead at Baltimore apartment building; homicide investigation underway
Police said Pava LaPere's body was found with signs of blunt-force trauma Monday morning. LaPere was the CEO of EcoMap.
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Meet Branded Bespoke, a menswear and glasses manufacturer based in Baltimore
The company specializes in custom tailored menswear and prescription glasses for all occasions.
Join the 50th St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival this weekend in Parkville
The festival is at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Parkville, and they are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the festival, first held in 1973.
Chanda Cares: Chanda sits down with Maryland Port Commissioner Karenthia Barber
Barber is the first Black woman to serve as Maryland Port Commissioner
Autism Society of Howard County annual walk and 5k to return October 7
Autism Society of Howard County annual walk and 5k to return October 7
Galbani Maryland Italian Festival to kick off Friday
The festival will include food, carnival rides, games, entertainment, and more.
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AL East Championship Countdown: Baltimore Orioles' Magic Number to clinch first division title since 2014
The Orioles have their eyes set on the American League East championship, a feat they haven't accomplished since 2014.
Orioles lower their magic number in the AL East to 1 with a 5-1 victory over the Nationals
Adley Rutschman homered and drove in three runs, Grayson Rodriguez pitched into the sixth inning and the Baltimore Orioles lowered their magic number to one in the AL East with a 5-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night.
Baseball fans share stories, pay tribute to Orioles' legend Brooks Robinson
The Orioles' legend died on Tuesday at the age of 86.
Ronnie Stanley, Tyler Linderbaum, Marcus Williams and Gus Edwards back at practice for the Ravens
Stanley (knee) and Linderbaum (ankle) missed the past two weeks, including a loss to Indianapolis last weekend in which the Ravens struggled to protect quarterback Lamar Jackson.
'Mr. Oriole' Brooks Robinson, a Baltimore baseball legend, dies at age 86
Baltimore Orioles legend Brooks Robinson has died, the team announced Tuesday.
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Here's how a government shutdown would impact Social Security
Time is running out for U.S. lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. Here's how that could affect Social Security recipients.
Maryland ends 2023 fiscal year with $555M budget surplus
The comptroller said the end-of-fiscal-year report, known as the Closeout Report, reflects the challenges families and small businesses have faced.
Hunter Biden indicted on federal gun charges
Attorney General Merrick Garland last month named federal prosecutor David Weiss as special counsel to lead the probe into Hunter Biden.
Pelosi announces she'll run for another term in Congress
The former speaker of the House, who is 83 years old, stepped down from Democratic leadership earlier this year.
Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon announces 2024 bid to reclaim seat
Dixon stepped down as mayor in 2010 after being convicted of embezzling gift cards intended for the needy.
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Artscape 2023: Festival canceled for Saturday, other events still planned
A reimagined Artscape kicks off Friday evening in Baltimore with a bigger footprint and new date.
Casa De La Cultura showcases Latin-x art in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
As we continue to celebrate national Hispanic Heritage Month, we are diving into the Latin-x art community.
Baltimore Museum of Art to introduce reinterpreted Asian art collection
The museum said the exhibit features 182 objects, half of which haven't been on view for decades.
Baltimore director John Waters gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced the honor last year.
Artscape to showcase Baltimore's diverse food palate
The much-anticipated Artscape festival is just a week away, promising a blend of traditional and culinary arts.
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What is "girl math?" The TikTok trend redefinining bad budgeting
We've all justified unnecessary purchases before, but now social media has labeled the habit as "girl math."
Maryland ends 2023 fiscal year with $555M budget surplus
The comptroller said the end-of-fiscal-year report, known as the Closeout Report, reflects the challenges families and small businesses have faced.
Here's how to stay safe and recover when your house floods
The Baltimore area saw widespread flooding and damage after severe thunderstorms moved through the area overnight.
Labor Day weekend gas prices are near all-time highs
Normally, prices at the pump cool off as the summer winds down. Not this summer.
Baltimore DPW distributing over $15M for water debt relief
Those who will receive the credit will be mailed a letter by the DPW.
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Harris Teeter to reopen Locust Point location following 'pest control and sanitation procedures'
The store will reopen Saturday morning, according to a social media post from Baltimore City Councilman Eric Costello.
Solar panels to surround Dulles Airport will deliver power to 37,000 homes
Dominion Energy and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority ceremonially broke ground on the 835-acre project Tuesday.
Purchase of Edmondson Village Shopping Center finalized
The purchase of the West Baltimore shopping center was finalized this week after months of negotiations.
Mega Millions drawing tonight: Massive $1.05 billion jackpot up for grabs
One lucky winner could nab a massive $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot that's up for grabs in Tuesday night's drawing.
How a Baltimore food-sourcing startup is trying to give farmers a fairer deal
Traditionally in Peru, middlemen in rural areas buy produce from multiple farms and sell it in batches to buyers further up the supply chain, but SIMPLi aims to cut out the middleman.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Here's how to stay safe and recover when your house floods
The Baltimore area saw widespread flooding and damage after severe thunderstorms moved through the area overnight.
With Covid-19 cases on the rise, should students take extra precautions?
Dr. Leana Wen previously served as Baltimore's health commissioner.
Why the CDC recommends everyone get a new COVID shot this fall
Vaccine experts considered narrower recommendations for only higher-risk groups, but decided almost all Americans could benefit.
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Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Powerball jackpot swells to $925 million after no winner snagged the prize Wednesday night
Wednesday night's winning numbers were 1, 7, 46, 47, 63, and the Powerball was 7, the lottery said.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
National Zoo launches "giant farewell" to its pandas, which leave this year
All programming is free, and the activities include panda art, the panda film fest and special enrichment events for the pandas.
What is "girl math?" The TikTok trend redefinining bad budgeting
We've all justified unnecessary purchases before, but now social media has labeled the habit as "girl math."
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Maryland Weather: Clouds Return Thursday
Clouds return to the forecast Thursday with rain chances into Friday.
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Thursday morning forecast 9/28
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Thursday morning forecast 9/28
Derek Beasley has your Wednesday night forecast (9/27/2023)
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Your Thursday morning news roundup: September 28, 2023
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Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Thursday morning forecast 9/28
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Jason Billingsley arrested in connection with murder of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Jason Billingsley, the man suspected in the murder of 26-year-old tech CEO Pava LaPere and an arson last week, was arrested overnight, Baltimore police said.
Derek Beasley has your Wednesday night forecast (9/27/2023)
Derek Beasley has your Wednesday night forecast (9/27/2023)
Community vigil held in Mount Vernon for Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Friends, family and community members gathered together on Wednesday evening to celebrate the life of a bright and budding leader of a Baltimore technology company.