Half Of US Population Is Fully Vaccinated Against Covid-19, Official Says
Half of the US population is fully vaccinated against Covid-19, White House Data Director Dr. Cyrus Shahpar said Friday.
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Half of the US population is fully vaccinated against Covid-19, White House Data Director Dr. Cyrus Shahpar said Friday.
Tens of thousands of vaccinated people may catch Covid-19, but the majority will not fall severely ill -- a testament to the efficacy of inoculations even against the Delta variant that has been fueling case surges across the United States, a top health official said.
The U.S. Attorney's Office for Maryland announced on Friday that a Baltimore County man has pleaded guilty to federal charges for a murder-for-hire conspiracy and extortion.
Maryland reported 890 new COVID-19 cases and four new deaths, according to state health department data released Friday morning.
Vaccine maker Novavax announced Thursday it has asked regulators in India, Indonesia and the Philippines to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine -- offering its shot to some low-income countries before rich ones with ample supplies.
The last days of summer break are approaching and with the count-down, the conversation is beginning on what school will look like in the fall.
Fully vaccinated people who get a Covid-19 breakthrough infection can transmit the virus, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Thursday.
President Joe Biden on Thursday offered "profound gratitude" to law enforcement officers who responded to the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection as he signed legislation to award them Congressional Gold Medals for their service.
Beginning Monday, masks will be back in Baltimore. A citywide mandate will require people -- both vaccinated and unvaccinated to mask up when inside.
Broadway is back in Baltimore this November and the touring production of "Waitress" is set to take the stage at the Hippodrome Theatre.
Officials announced Thursday that they have found the body of a 17-year-old who went missing while swimming in Ocean City.
The planned grand reopening of offices across America is in serious doubt because of the Delta variant.
A 12-year-old girl's family said a shark bit a 12-year-old girl at the beach in Ocean City Monday, but an Ocean City Beach Patrol official said it wasn't a shark attack that injured the girl.
Baltimore Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in West Baltimore Wednesday evening.
The Biden administration is developing a plan to mandate vaccinations for almost all foreign visitors to the US, a White House official confirmed to CNN on Wednesday, though some exceptions are expected.
Coast Guard officials are currently searching for a 17-year-old who went missing while swimming in Ocean City.
If more Americans don't get vaccinated, there is "ample chance" of another coronavirus variant emerging, one that could be more aggressive and more pervasive than the Delta variant, Dr. Anthony Fauci warned Wednesday.
Maryland reported 695 new COVID-19 cases and five new deaths Wednesday.
Gov. Larry Hogan said Tuesday that while he is concerned about the Delta variant of COVID-19, he has no plans to reinstate a mask mandate.
Maryland reported 442 new COVID-19 cases and zero new deaths, according to state health department data released Monday morning.
COVID-19 cases continued to rise on Sunday in Maryland with 547 new cases reported by the state's health department. It's the fourth day in a row the state reported over 500 new cases.
Over 500 new COVID-19 cases were reported Saturday, according to the Maryland Health Department.
A Maryland woman who was trapped in the Philippines is now back in the United States with her family, according to Senator Chris Van Hollen. Her friends said she was doing humanitarian work when she was taken into military custody.
Two people were hospitalized after a shooting Saturday night in Southeast Baltimore, police said.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
Slightly milder air is on the way this week as temperatures will rise just above freezing
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A Maryland woman who was trapped in the Philippines is now back in the United States with her family, according to Senator Chris Van Hollen. Her friends said she was doing humanitarian work when she was taken into military custody.
Two people were hospitalized after a shooting Saturday night in Southeast Baltimore, police said.
A heavy police presence has been established in the Rosdale area, following reports of a shooting.
Slightly milder air is on the way this week as temperatures will rise just above freezing
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Marty Bass takes a tour of Baltimore's Mug Museum.
WJZ takes a trip to Twin Thrift Shop in Maryland.
Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman shares important filing information and deadlines for Maryland taxpayers.
Marty Bass visits Baltimore Coffee and Tea to talk about the popularity of matcha.
WJZ visits the new THB location in Harford County.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
The Cleveland Browns hired former Baltimore Ravens Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken to be the team's head coach.
The Anne Arundel County native and guard with the Memphis Grizzlies will play in the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge, which includes the league's best first and second-year players, along with stars from the NBA's G League.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies has still lapsed.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The White House held an event with a bipartisan group of governors to push for reforms in the largest electric grid in the country.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
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.
Music's biggest night returns 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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Slightly milder air is on the way this week as temperatures will rise just above freezing
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Below Zero Feels Like Temperatures to start off on Sunday
Police are investigating a triple-shooting that happened Saturday in South Baltimore.
The Gordon Center in Owings Mills is hosting all different types of performances to celebrate Black History Month.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect on Sunday morning. CBS News Baltimore Meteorologist Rachel Jay has the latest forecast.
A heavy police presence has been established in the Rosedale area, following reports of an officer-involved shooting.
Bitter cold contributes to dozens of calls for water main breaks across Baltimore