Latest US Travel Rules: What You Need To Know About The Changes Prompted By Omicron
The dominoes fell quickly after South African health authorities informed the world of their discovery of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus in late November.
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The dominoes fell quickly after South African health authorities informed the world of their discovery of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus in late November.
To keep up with growing demand, the Maryland Department of Health is opening two new COVID-19 testing sites in Anne Arundel and Harford counties, Gov. Larry Hogan announced Thursday.
They come as doctors expect the holiday coronavirus surge, driven by the highly contagious Omicron variant, to get worse following New Year's Eve.
With Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations setting a new record of more than 2,000 on Wednesday, Gov. Larry Hogan urged residents to get the vaccine and their booster shots.
As of Tuesday, there are nineteen children in the hospital battling COVID in Maryland.
Maryland reported more than 25,000 new COVID-19 cases over the holiday weekend, according to state health department data released Sunday.
When students return to the University of Maryland College Park campus for classes between Jan. 3 and 21, they will have to show a negative COVID-19 test before their first in-person class and will have to wear KN95 masks in class amid a surge in cases, according to an email from President Darryll J. Pines and Jennifer King Rice, senior vice president and provost.
Hampden United Methodist Church held its second Christmas Eve service Friday night. This is one of many churches whose doors were closed for the holidays last year, but now because of safety protocols like masks and vaccinations, they feel like they now can come together as a church community.
All in-person programs and events at Baltimore County Public Libraries will be suspended, effective Monday, until further notice due to the COVID-19 surge, Baltimore County officials said Thursday.
United has canceled more than 100 Friday flights, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware.
Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Secretary Dennis R. Schrader is urging Marylanders to get tested for COVID-19 before meeting with family and friends indoors over the holidays.
With a surge in COVID-19 patients pushing Maryland's hospitals to the brink, Gov. Larry Hogan announced plans Tuesday to spend $100 million in emergency funding to shore up the state's medical workforce.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan on Monday announced he tested positive for COVID-19.
A new surge in COVID-19 cases is causing school districts across the state to make some tough decisions as the Omicron variant takes its effect on Maryland's schools.
As the virus spreads, more cities are adding restrictions, including New York and Washington, DC.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski said Monday that there are only 14 staffed ICU beds currently available in Baltimore County.
With Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations topping 1,200 on Friday, the state is directing hospitals to free up beds and delay non-emergency procedures.
Maryland reported 1,204 residents are hospitalized with COVID-19, according to data released Friday by the state health department.
As Maryland braces for a surge of COVID-19 cases this winter, Gov. Larry Hogan on Thursday announced that nursing homes will be required to offer monoclonal antibody treatments.
Officials are urging those who are eligible that now is the time to get vaccinated and boosted as new variants circulate.
The spread has been rapid in South Africa, Britain and some other European countries, and health officials are hoping that early indications the virus causes milder disease hold up.
Maryland reported 1,126 residents are hospitalized with COVID-19, according to data released by the state health department Monday morning.
All eyes are on the omicron variant. While it isn't the dominant variant yet, experts say we could be heading in that direction.
Delta is still the dominant variant in the US, the research team said.
The April 15 deadline to file taxes is quickly approaching. But for millions of taxpayers, some of the old filing rules no longer apply.
Sunday starts out quietly in Maryland before a few showers start during the afternoon. Severe weather is expected on Monday.
Spring is on the way, and with it comes the long-awaited bloom of cherry blossom trees.
A Baltimore County business owner was sentenced to 18 months in prison for employment tax crimes, the United States Department of Justice announced.
A Howard County jury has convicted a second woman for the shooting of two teenagers outside a Columbia shopping center in 2024.
Spring is on the way, and with it comes the long-awaited bloom of cherry blossom trees.
Baltimore's arabbers have launched the Row and Wagon app to make their produce more accessible.
Maryland State Police are increasing patrols throughout the state as St. Patrick's Day celebrations take place.
St. Patrick's Day festivities are pouring in at Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore.
Sunday starts out quietly in Maryland before a few showers start during the afternoon. Severe weather is expected on Monday.
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.
The Turnover Shop in Maryland shares how to give new life to old items.
Rye Street Tavern in Baltimore is getting ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
University of Maryland College Park Head Coach Brenda Frese talks current season, playing in the Allstate Big Ten Tournament, and hopes going into March Madness.
A new Titanic Immersive Voyage exhibit is open at Power Plant Live! in Baltimore.
Baltimore’s Ivy Hotel highlights the Bridgerton Experience.
DJ Armstrong buried seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 33 points, leading top-seeded UMBC to a 74-59 victory over No. 2-seed Vermont in the championship game of the America East Playoffs.
The Baltimore Ravens officially announced the signing of star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson on Thursday after he passed his physical.
Baltimore Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta said he was "gutted" that the team nixed the trade agreement for star pass rusher Maxx Crosby.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has agreed to restructure his contract to free salary cap space for the team, according to general manager Eric DeCosta.
Four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Trey Hendrickson has agreed on a four-year, $112 million contract with the Baltimore Ravens, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has upended global air travel, disrupted oil exports from the region and sent fuel prices rising across the world.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
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.
Showers are expected in Maryland on Sunday ahead of severe storms on Monday.
Sunday starts out quietly in Maryland before a few showers start during the afternoon. Severe weather is expected on Monday.
Increasing clouds Sunday afternoon will bring rain by evening into the overnight
Cloudy and windy conditions are expected in Maryland on Saturday.
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Showers are expected in Maryland on Sunday ahead of severe storms on Monday.
Maryland State Police (MSP) are increasing patrols throughout the state as St. Patrick's Day celebrations take place.
Tender Bridge's hockey program celebrates $500,000 grant to keep beloved Baltimore rink open, serving as a vital community hub.
Maryland business owner sentenced for employment tax crimes pocketing more than $2 million
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport back to normal after circuit board overheating leads to ground stop