Health Professionals In Maryland Continue To Warn Against Zika Virus
In Maryland, the best defense against the Zika virus is a good offense -- not getting bit by a mosquito in the first place.
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In Maryland, the best defense against the Zika virus is a good offense -- not getting bit by a mosquito in the first place.
Maryland health officials say 31 people in the state have been infected with the Zika virus.
Senate Democrats on Tuesday blocked a Republican proposal to provide $1.1 billion to fight the Zika virus, faulting the GOP for packing the measure with restrictions on Planned Parenthood money and changes to policies on pesticide spraying.
A new study finds that requests for abortion pills spiked dramatically this year in Brazil, Ecuador and some other Latin American countries that have had outbreaks of Zika virus, which has been shown to cause severe birth defects.
When it comes to Zika, your neighbors could affect your likelihood of contraction.
The government has come up with a plan in case mosquitoes start spreading Zika in the U.S.
A baby born to a mother with the Zika virus at a New Jersey hospital appears to be affected by the disease.
Mosquito season comes with more warnings from health officials about potential exposure to the Zika virus.
Warmer weather means more mosquitoes and the potential spread of Zika. The CDC is now revealing just how difficult it is to get a handle on the virus as Maryland takes steps to prevent mosquito breeding grounds.
Zika virus cases have now tripled in the US. The sharp rise in the numbers is due to how the government is now counting cases.
The Centers for Disease Control announced Friday morning that 157 pregnant U.S. women have tested positive for the Zika virus.
USA Swimming has moved a pre-Olympic training camp out of Puerto Rico because of the Zika virus.
Amir Attaran, Professor at the University of Ottawa, joined the Norris and Davis show to discuss the risks associated with holding the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
If you feel strongly about this issue, you have until midnight Friday to make your opinion known as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration considers whether to approve an effort to kill the disease-carrying mosquitoes by releasing genetically engineered bugs in Florida
There's little doubt: Zika is coming to the continental United States, bringing frightening birth defects — and, most likely, newly urgent discussions about abortion and contraception.
The White House and Democrats are pressuring congressional Republicans to act on President Barack Obama's demands for money to combat Zika, but even the onset of mosquito season that probably will spread the virus has failed to create a sense of urgency.
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.
The Tender Bridge's youth hockey program is celebrating after a major $500,000 in grant award, and donations were announced Saturday to fund Patterson Park's Mimi DiPietro Family Skating Center.
Maryland State Police are increasing patrols throughout the state as St. Patrick's Day celebrations take place.
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.
The Tender Bridge's youth hockey program is celebrating after a major $500,000 in grant award, and donations were announced Saturday to fund Patterson Park's Mimi DiPietro Family Skating Center.
A Howard County jury has convicted a second woman for the shooting of two teenagers outside a Columbia shopping center in 2024.
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.
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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An EF-1 tornado touched down in Howard County on Wednesday, March 11, as parts of Maryland experienced severe weather and storms, the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed.
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
Cloudy and windy conditions are expected in Maryland on Saturday.