Vaccine Mandate To Kick In For First Wave Of Health Workers
While the requirement is welcomed by some, others fear it will worsen already serious staff shortages if employees quit rather than comply.
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While the requirement is welcomed by some, others fear it will worsen already serious staff shortages if employees quit rather than comply.
The University System of Maryland is requiring students returning for the spring semester and living on campus to get a booster shot against COVID-19, the organization announced Friday.
Baltimore City employees on the fence about the COVID-19 vaccine now have another reason--or 1,000 reasons, to be exact--to get the shot.
In all, more than 95% of federal workers are in compliance with the Biden mandate, the official said, either by being vaccinated or having requested an exemption
Nurses from Greater Baltimore Medical Center are protesting the hospital's vaccine mandate, saying their religious and medical exemptions are not being honored.
With Baltimore City Public Schools' vaccine mandate going into effect, the vast majority of the school district's teachers and staff have been vaccinated against COVID-19, the district said Tuesday.
The latest figures from the mayor's office show that as of Wednesday morning, 56% of employees have uploaded proof of vaccination. The status of thousands is still unknown.
Starting December 8, more than 100 million federal employees and contractors are subject to the vaccine requirement ordered by the president.
Everyone who works for the city of Baltimore must now provide proof they've been vaccinated against COVID-19, or else they'll be required to undergo routine testing under a new city policy.
Fauci does not think another spike in cases is inevitable.
It is an attempt to delay the start of this mandate until they can get more clarity on the city's policy.
School officials say the change is being made to keep students safe and so they can keep playing sports safely.
A pair of Towson University students and a University of Baltimore employee are named as plaintiffs on the lawsuit -- suing the University System of Maryland. The suit asks the court to prevent the state's public universities from punishing non-vaccinated students and employees.
President Biden recently announced broad new vaccine requirements with the potential to affect approximately 100 million Americans once they go into effect.
Thursday, the president highlighted a six-step approach for tackling covid. It's the most sweeping rules to date.
Fifteen nursing homes in the state are at 100 percent staff vaccination.
With the FDA's full approval of Pfizer's vaccine for COVID, vaccine mandates may become more prevalent in the public and private sector.
By Michael Nedelman, Eric Levenson and Madeline Holcombe, CNN
Maryland judiciary personnel must either get vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit to weekly tests in order to report to work, according to an order issued Friday by Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera.
The Biden administration is prepared to begin offering the boosters the week of September 20, but Hogan said feds shouldn't wait.
Baltimore County Schools announced Tuesday that they will require employees to show proof of covid-19 vaccination or to submit to weekly testing.
Vaccination mandates are now being implemented across government and corporate America, but short of a national requirement, how effective can they be?
St. Agnes Hospital will require its employees to get covid-19 vaccinations.
President Joe Biden, who for months used techniques like public service announcements to persuade Americans to get vaccinated, feels he has struck a "brick wall" in convincing holdouts to get shots, according to people familiar with his thinking. In private meetings with top aides, Biden has raised one question repeatedly: "What's the problem?"
A federal judge on Saturday dismissed a lawsuit brought by some employees of a Texas hospital over its requirement that workers be vaccinated against COVID-19
Four people were displaced after a single-family home was fully engulfed in flames early Saturday in Cecil County, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Heat and humidity begin a comeback by Sunday afternoon
Baltimore fans can find a new Ravens x Under Armour merchandise collection exclusively at the Flock Shop.
A possible mercury spill in Lutherville sent six people to the hospital on Friday.
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) released body-worn camera video Friday showing a shooting that took place on Aug. 22 near Lexington Market.
As children head back to school, parents are also preparing for another part of the routine, keeping kids healthy.
On June 3, investigators from Harford County responded to the Greater Baltimore Medical Center for reports of a rape and learned the suspect was one of their own.
Heat and humidity begin a comeback by Sunday afternoon
A possible mercury spill in Lutherville sent six people to the hospital on Friday.
Four people were displaced after a single-family home was fully engulfed in flames early Saturday in Cecil County, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
The 2026 Maryland Renaissance Festival, also known as Ren Fest, starts this weekend. Here's everything to know about the dates, times and tickets.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Maryland is suing UnitedHealth Group and Optum Inc. over a computer system that was supposed to help the state's Medicaid behavioral services program.
The Maryland State Fair is back for 2026, with three weekends of fun starting on Friday, Aug. 28 and running through Sept. 13.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
Greg Padgett is live from the Maryland State Fairgrounds checking out some traditional fair favorites, and exciting new exhibits and activities.
Brianna Becker, Managing Partner, shares some delicious items from their menu and discusses why the company decided to let guests help create the brand's next featured sandwich.
Professors Marquita Lister, Dr. Tyrone Stanley, and CJay Phillip join us to talk about the upcoming season, performances and what they look for in their performing arts students.
Chef Abraham joins us on TV Hill with a selection of menu items and shares how he got his start cooking as a former pro athlete.
OurBus co-founder Axel Hellman shares more about the new bus route as airfares have risen and low-cost flight options have become harder to find.
Baltimore fans can find a new Ravens x Under Armour merchandise collection exclusively at the Flock Shop.
Former MLB player Trey Mancini will retire as a Baltimore Oriole during a ceremony on Sept. 19 at Oriole Park, the Orioles and Mancini announced Friday.
Blaze Jordan and Ramón Urías homered early to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-5 on Thursday, snapping a five-game losing streak.
Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit a tiebreaking RBI double, Leody Taveras and Pete Alonso homered and the Baltimore Orioles beat the St. Louis Cardinals 8-7 on Wednesday night after squandering a five-run, first-inning lead.
Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels took a moment to chat on the field as the Ravens and Commanders held a joint practice on Wednesday.
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The aircraft carrier and its 5,000 crew members will return to San Diego after an approximately nine-month deployment.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
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.
As children head back to school, parents are also preparing for another part of the routine, keeping kids healthy.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Vibrio vulnificus is a rare flesh-eating bacterium that lives in brackish or salty water and has been on the rise in Maryland's Chesapeake Bay.
Health officials in Harford and Anne Arundel counties have issued new rabies alerts involving a raccoon, a fox and a bat.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
Pleasant conditions in Maryland on Saturday.
Heat and humidity begin a comeback by Sunday afternoon
The rain chance for Friday evening is very low and Saturday is the pick of the weekend
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Humid with rain chances Friday in Maryland
ArtFusion, an inaugural, immersive art festival, comes to Baltimore County.
Top high school baseball talent will compete in the UA Next All-America Game at Baltimore's Camden Yards on Sunday.
Pleasant conditions in Maryland on Saturday.
2 arrested in connection to shooting death of 5-year-old girl in Dorchester County
After 9 years at Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center & Hospital, Bear is retiring