'They Are Terrified' Maryland Family Desperate To Help Relatives Escape Afghanistan
For the Salehi family's loved ones In Afghanistan, the immediate lifeline for escape is gone as the United States has now withdrawn from the country.
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'He Is My Brother' Maryland Veteran Turns To France To Help His Former Translator Escape Taliban Rule In Afghanistan
Marine Corps veteran Mike Wilson worked for weeks to get his translator out of Afghanistan. They served side by side in combat in the Helmand Province for two years.
Lutheran Immigration And Refugee Service Collecting Donations For Afghan Allies, Refugees
The Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service will launch a donation drive to support Afghan allies and refugees the Baltimore nonprofit is helping to resettle. As the U.S. government evacuates thousands from Kabul, LIRS expects an increased need for community support.
Refugee Services Looking For Volunteers & Donations As More Afghans Arrive In The Area
As Taliban forces take greater control of Afghanistan, thousands have attempted to flee the country.
'The Situation For Our Family Is Getting Worse' Local Man Trying To Help Brother Escape Crisis In Afghanistan
The chaos continues to unfold in Afghanistan and one local man is desperate to bring his brother to safety.
'I Think Afghans Deserve To Live In Peace' Area Doctor Born In Afghanistan Weighs In On Crisis
The images in Afghanistan shocked people around the world. When it became clear that the Taliban would take over large portions of the country, citizens rushed to the airport to try to leave.
"A Dire Humanitarian Crisis": Cardin And Van Hollen Lament Afghanistan Situation
Sen. Ben Cardin released a statement on Monday calling the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan "a dire humanitarian crisis" and urging President Biden to increase the quota for refugees who could relocate to America.
Congressman Ruppersberger Releases Statement Supporting Withdrawal From Afghanistan
As Taliban forces continue their sweep through Afghanistan, Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger on Monday released a statement supporting the Biden administration's withdrawal from the country and calling the safety of American personnel on the ground the "number one priority."
Hogan Says MD Is 'Ready And Willing' To Accept More Afghan Refugees
Gov. Larry Hogan on Monday said Maryland is "ready and willing" to accept more Afghan refugees as U.S. forces withdraw from the country and the Taliban retakes control.
Bergdahl Testifies About His Experience In Taliban Captivity
Gut-wrenching testimony at the sentencing hearing for Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl will likely continue Tuesday as the deserter's defense team questions officials who treated and debriefed the soldier following his brutal five years of captivity by Taliban allies.
Family Held Captive By Taliban-Linked Group Released
An American woman, her Canadian husband and their three young children have been released after years held captive by a network with ties to the Taliban, U.S. and Pakistani officials said Thursday.
Carnage As Taliban Bomber Hits Afghan Police Convoy
More than 30 people were killed Thursday when at least one suicide bomber attacked a convoy of buses transporting police recruits in Afghanistan to the capital city, an Afghan official tells CBS News.
Former Md. Platoon Mate Glad Bergdahl Charged With Military Crimes
For the first time, we're hearing details about Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl's time as a Taliban prisoner--just one day after the Pentagon announces they plan to pursue charges against him for deserting his post.
Bergdahl's Release Has Politicians Divided On Capitol Hill
The wait is over. After five years, Bowe Bergdahl--an American soldier held in captivity by the Taliban--is returning home to the United States. But his welcome home comes with mixed feelings.
Ruppersberger Calls Taliban Prisoner Exchange 'A Dangerous Precedent'
An American soldier is released in a prisoner exchange with the Taliban. The U.S. government is under fire for how they got his freedom.
Opinion: Obama's Afghan Surge Failed
With the situation getting worse on the ground Obama has ended the surge just in time for the election in November. Taliban and related attacks against NATO powers were approximately 2,700 in August of 2009 when Obama made his contrary-to-campaign promised-move to step up the nation's military assistance in Afghanistan. Three years later, in August of 2012, there were more attacks – nearly 3,000.
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As legal gambling surges, should schools teach teens about risk?
Maryland state Sen. Bryan Simonaire has tried twice in recent years to pass a gambling education bill, unsuccessfully.
Howard County schools sue social media companies over impact to student mental health
The school district joins Harford County schools - which announced yesterday - along with a slew of other school districts that previously filed lawsuits this year
Overusing disinfectants can contribute to health problems, study finds
Most cleaning products and antibacterial soaps contain what's called QACs. It's the active ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi and viruses, but too much of it is not good for your health, the study said.
Synthetic surfaces gaining traction at major horse racing tracks
The deaths of 12 horses at Churchill Downs, including two on Kentucky Derby day, in the last month have reignited public outcry about what horse racing is doing to prevent catastrophic injuries.
Annual Charles Street Promenade returns in June
Historic Charles Street will once again become a pedestrian mall for a day of outdoor shopping, dining and strolling, this time on the first Saturday of June from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Baltimore County police tells teens to stop playing 'Assassin Game': 'It creates a safety risk'
Teenagers are using water guns that look like real guns to play what is known as the "Assassin Game."
First Alert Forecast: Temperatures reach the 90s Friday, weekend storms possible
This morning is on the very mild side with temperatures in the low 60s for the A.M. rush hours.
As legal gambling surges, should schools teach teens about risk?
Maryland state Sen. Bryan Simonaire has tried twice in recent years to pass a gambling education bill, unsuccessfully.
Boxing champ Gervonta Davis taken into custody following 'impromptu hearing'
Boxing champ Gervonta Davis was taken into custody at Baltimore Central Booking on Thursday, less than a month after he was ordered to serve three months of home detention for a hit-and-run crash.
From names to intensity, what to expect this hurricane season in Maryland
Storm names are retired if they're considered historic due to their intensity, or the massive destruction and loss of life they may cause.
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Synthetic surfaces gaining traction at major horse racing tracks
The deaths of 12 horses at Churchill Downs, including two on Kentucky Derby day, in the last month have reignited public outcry about what horse racing is doing to prevent catastrophic injuries.
First Maryland work zone safety group meeting held since I-695 crash that killed six workers
The crash happened in March when a driver crashed into a work zone. Investigators determined speed was a factor.
Marylanders can now add their ID to Google Wallet, along with Apple Wallet
The state approved mobile IDs for Apple Wallet around this time last year.
Maryland creamery nominated in USA Today contest for "Best Ice Cream Shop"
The creamery's flagship was founded in Chincoteague, Virginia in 1975, but opened its Berlin and Salisbury locations in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
What to know about this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee
The 231 elementary and middle school students in the national spelling bee this year are as young as 9 and as old as 14.
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University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health to hold Compress and Shock Training
In recognition of CPR and AED Awareness Week, the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health will hold a Compress and Shock Training tomorrow.
Maryland creamery nominated in USA Today contest for "Best Ice Cream Shop"
The creamery's flagship was founded in Chincoteague, Virginia in 1975, but opened its Berlin and Salisbury locations in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
Where's Marty? Learning about women in welding at JARC Baltimore
Where's Marty? Learning about women in welding at JARC Baltimore
Gordon Center for Performing Arts to hold Queer Jewish Arts Festival, community events
In honor of Pride Month this June, the Gordon Center for Performing Arts invites the community to join for a series of programs on the road, in the gallery, and at the Gordon.
A Friendly Bread shares tasty selections with WJZ
A Friendly Bread shares tasty selections with WJZ
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Synthetic surfaces gaining traction at major horse racing tracks
The deaths of 12 horses at Churchill Downs, including two on Kentucky Derby day, in the last month have reignited public outcry about what horse racing is doing to prevent catastrophic injuries.
Haywood Highsmith, a 'self-made' basketball player from Baltimore, playing in NBA Finals
Haywood Highsmith, a former Baltimore high school basketball standout, is competing in the NBA Finals.
Mark Andrews excited about another season with Lamar Jackson in Ravens' offense: 'That's my quarterback'
No one is more excited to have his quarterback return than Ravens' tight end Mark Andrews.
Military Bowl to be played on Dec. 27 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis
The Military Bowl will be coming back to Annapolis in December.
Veteran coach Bob Babb leads alma mater Johns Hopkins back to Division III College World Series
However, don't overlook the baseball team, ranked No. 1 in the nation in Division III.
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Senate passes debt ceiling bill, sending measure to Biden
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
House passes debt ceiling deal and sends it to the Senate
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Debt ceiling deal's next steps — House sends bill to Senate
The House passed the bill to raise the debt ceiling Wednesday. Now, the Senate will take it up.
What's in the debt ceiling deal — and what's not
The debt ceiling deal has cleared both chambers of Congress and is headed to the president's desk.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
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Annual Charles Street Promenade returns in June
Historic Charles Street will once again become a pedestrian mall for a day of outdoor shopping, dining and strolling, this time on the first Saturday of June from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Maryland creamery nominated in USA Today contest for "Best Ice Cream Shop"
The creamery's flagship was founded in Chincoteague, Virginia in 1975, but opened its Berlin and Salisbury locations in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
Orioles help 22 BARCS animals find home after overcrowded shelter pleas for help
The shelter said Orioles management saw the widely circulated call for help and were quick to respond.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy surprises Johns Hopkins grads with 2023 commencement speech
The president appeared in a live stream from Ukraine on screens at the ceremony at Homewood Field in Baltimore.
John Waters to receive honorary degree from the University of Baltimore
Mayor Brandon Scott will deliver the commencement's keynote address.
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The return of dumb phones? Teens ditch easy internet access for mental health
It's getting harder to truly unplug in a tech-dominated world, but a "dumb phone" could help us balance the scale just a little bit.
Here's what's open and closed on Memorial Day 2023
Many office workers and schoolchildren will see a day off to start the summer season.
Flying Dog Brewery moving from Maryland after acquisition by New York company
Flying Dog said it plans a "seamless transition" to cease operations in August.
Brace yourselves, travelers: This summer could be 'one for the record books'
Air travel is expected to be up by 11% over last year, with 3.4 million people expected to fly over the holiday weekend.
Vote on Anne Arundel County plastic bag ban pushed back to June 5
After weeks of delays, Anne Arundel County has set a date to vote on a bill that would ban most retailers from giving customers plastic bags for free.
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Beloved Little Italy restaurant Joe Benny's shutters this weekend
The popular spot on South High Street is known for its meatballs.
New President, COO named for Sinai Hospital of Baltimore and Grace Medical Center
Shlossman currently serves as COO of Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, and before that she was the COO of another medical center in Arizona.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
Flying Dog Brewery moving from Maryland after acquisition by New York company
Flying Dog said it plans a "seamless transition" to cease operations in August.
Vote on Anne Arundel County plastic bag ban pushed back to June 5
After weeks of delays, Anne Arundel County has set a date to vote on a bill that would ban most retailers from giving customers plastic bags for free.
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Overusing disinfectants can contribute to health problems, study finds
Most cleaning products and antibacterial soaps contain what's called QACs. It's the active ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi and viruses, but too much of it is not good for your health, the study said.
New President, COO named for Sinai Hospital of Baltimore and Grace Medical Center
Shlossman currently serves as COO of Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, and before that she was the COO of another medical center in Arizona.
Record number of workers test positive for cannabis, study shows
The number of general employees testing positive for marijuana following an on-the-job accident has hit a 25-year high.
Maryland officials urge Medicaid recipients to renew coverage
Maryland officials announced a public awareness campaign on Thursday to remind Medicaid recipients to renew their coverage since the federal government is reinstating a requirement that existed before the COVID-19 pandemic for states to verify eligibility.
Peloton recalls 2.2M bikes because seat posts can break while in use
Exercise equipment maker has received 35 reports of incidents, some resulting in injuries including a fractured wrist and cuts.
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AFRAM to host pop-up events around Baltimore ahead of festival
The festival is bringing energy to the city by hosting pop-ups across Charm City in early June.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
What to know about this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee
The 231 elementary and middle school students in the national spelling bee this year are as young as 9 and as old as 14.
Reimagined Disney on Ice stopping in Baltimore this fall
Disney on Ice has been an arena staple for years, but the company is touting an all-new production featuring the debut of new characters.
Exclusive secrets of the National Spelling Bee: Picking the words to identify a champion
The word list for the Scripps National Spelling Bee is crafted by a panel of 21 people, including five former Scripps champions.
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Marty Bass has your Friday morning forecast 6/2/2023
Marty Bass has your Friday morning forecast 6/2/2023
First Alert Forecast: Temperatures reach the 90s Friday, weekend storms possible
This morning is on the very mild side with temperatures in the low 60s for the A.M. rush hours.
Meteorologist Steve Sosna has your Thursday night forecast (6/1/2023)
Meteorologist Steve Sosna has your Thursday night forecast (6/1/2023)
Grueling hurricane seasons: our new normal is already here
While these storms possess different labels in various parts of the world, they all have one thing in common, they're dangerous and often deadly.
How the Maryland Department of Emergency Management coordinates hurricane response
The MDEM is not a response agency but works with those agencies to support local governments in responding to incidents.
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Overusing disinfectants can contribute to health problems, study finds
Many of us use disinfectants to clean our homes and workplaces, especially since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. But a new study says we may be using them too much, and it could affect our health and environment.
Where's Alexus? Getting a sneak peek at the feast to expect in Little Italy this weekend
The Feast of Saint Anthony Italian Festival returns today to Little Italy.
Christina Tkacik on testing Frontier's all-you-can-fly summer pass
For $499, Frontier promises an all-you-can-fly summer pass. The Baltimore Banner is testing it out.
Furever Home: Meet Rebel, a gentle puppy who has lost his sight
Rebel has lost his sight, but is doing fine and is happy as can be.
Where's Alexus? Checking out the goodies at the Italian festival kicking off today
The St. Anthony Festival runs through Sunday in Little Italy