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.
A man from Ohio was arrested in Frederick County in connection with a sex trafficking operation, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office announced on Friday.
Tall ships, warships, and even fighter planes are on full display around Baltimore's harbor this weekend as Sail250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore are officially underway.
A Baltimore Venezuelan restaurant is providing relief to families impacted by back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela.
Oil spilled into Baltimore's Inner Harbor on Friday morning, according to the State Department of the Environment.
A 19-year-old man received a life sentence after he was convicted of killing the owner of a Maryland garden center in 2025, according to Anne Arundel County court officials.
A 19-year-old man received a life sentence after he was convicted of killing the owner of a Maryland garden center in 2025, according to Anne Arundel County court officials.
Heat and humidity will give way to scattered evening storms. Sunday is the pick of weekend after Saturday showers.
A man from Ohio was arrested in Frederick County in connection with a sex trafficking operation, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office announced on Friday.
Maryland House Republicans are urging the Department of Justice to review the state's "Glock ban" law before it goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2027.
Tall ships, warships, and even fighter planes are on full display around Baltimore's harbor this weekend as Sail250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore are officially underway.
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.
Stephanie Douglas speaks with executive director Sharon Lacy and race team member Lionel Rodgers about how the Downtown Sailing Center is making the sport accessible for everyone.
Maryland's own First Class John Mangonon tells Janay and Tim why Sail250 is a homecoming for him, and the Navy Brass Band Quintet perform a selection.
DJ Luongo and Oz Jennings share delicious bites with Steve and Janay while talking about what makes their pies different from other places around Maryland.
Dr. Kate Viola joins us in studio to share useful sun safety tips like applying broad-spectrum sunscreen 15-30 minutes before going out and scheduling outdoor activities before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. to avoid peak UV rays.
Katy Nastro, Going.com, shares why higher prices haven't dampened the urge to travel, but they’ve made Americans a lot more selective.
The Los Angeles Angels rallied back to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 7-6 on Wednesday.
The Orioles fell to 4-4 on a nine-game, three-city trip that ends against the Angels on Wednesday afternoon.
The Baltimore Orioles extended their winning streak to three games Monday night with a 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Colton Cowser tied his career-high with four RBIs, Pete Alonso added a three-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-1 on Sunday.
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson shortly before the end of the Padres' 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
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
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.
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett tracks possible rain tonight and a heat wave next week.
Scattered rain and storms may impact plans through Saturday morning.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast
The chance of scattered wet weather in Maryland peaks on Friday evening and night, remaining elevated through Saturday morning.
Rain and storms will return to Maryland on Friday.
Did you know that America’s Star Spangled Banner was made by hand in Baltimore, Maryland? Mary Pickersgill learned the trade from her mother, a Revolutionary War flag maker. By 1813, Pickersgill was a widow running her own business when the commander of Fort McHenry’s militia gave her an extraordinary request— a flag “so large that the British will have no difficulty seeing it from a distance.” So Pickersgill and a team of women worked for weeks, cutting, stitching, and assembling hundreds of yards of fabric. Over 40 feet long and weighing over 50 pounds - It took nine men to raise the flag over the Fort.
Progress is slow on a peace deal after Iran struck a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Two earthquakes less than a minute apart in Venezuela left over 500 dead and over 600 injured.
The Baltimore Orioles are providing Pride jerseys and free transportation between DC and Baltimore for their Pride Night game tonight against the Washington Nationals.
Sail250 Maryland & Airshow Baltimore is underway in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with dozens of vessels and several airshows.