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Cheryl Bost, a veteran educator and the head of Maryland's teachers' union, the Maryland State Education Association, told WJZ every school system in the state is having trouble filling positions, and the pandemic has sent those shortages into overdrive.
Students on the campus of Morgan State University are working with the American Red Cross to raise awareness for blood donations needed for people who suffer from Sickle Cell Anemia.
Gerber and Beech-Nut failed to properly test and remove baby foods with dangerous levels of inorganic arsenic from the market, while Sprout Foods Inc., Walmart's Parent's Choice and Campbell's Plum Organics baby food were lax in testing and controlling for heavy metals such as lead, mercury and cadmium, according to a US Congressional report released Wednesday.
According to CDC data, more than 125,000 pregnant people have had confirmed cases of COVID-19 through Sept. 27, resulting in 22,000 hospitalizations and 161 deaths. Twenty-two of those deaths occurred in the month of August, the agency said.
At least,16,559 students have been quarantined, along with 784 staff members since schools reopened.
As the cooler months approach, doctors are once again warning families to protect themselves from the flu.
Maryland reported 972 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths, according to state health department data released Tuesday morning.
Sixteen states have yet to vaccinate more than half of their residents, according to the CDC data, and almost 25% of the eligible population -- about 70 million people -- are not vaccinated.
Officials said there are fourteen positive cases and among them, a 12-year-old who is currently hospitalized and fighting for her life.
The Queen Anne's County Department of Health made an updated announcement on who is eligible for a booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine Monday.
Maryland reported 960 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths, according to state health department data released Monday morning.
The CDC on Friday approved a third shot of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine to an expanded group of Americans.
Currently, Covid-19 vaccines are only approved for children 12 and older, which has stirred concern among health experts as cases in children increase, school years begin and the more transmissible Delta variant spreads.
With more than 40 million doses of coronavirus vaccines available, U.S. health authorities said they're confident there will be enough for both qualified older Americans seeking booster shots and the young children for whom initial vaccines are expected to be approved in the not-too-distant future.
As the Delta variant continues to fuel the rise in COVID-19 cases in Maryland, vaccines clinics were held across Baltimore Saturday to meet people where they are in the community, address vaccine hesitancy and provide access to those interested in rolling up their sleeves.
Hundreds of thousands of Marylanders have already made their voices heard days with early voting ending Thursday night.
Her daughter, 19-year-old Cameron Holt, was shot multiple times near Baltimore's Federal Hill.
The election worker reported being followed, creating an "unsettling situation," while checking a ballot drop box.
Maryland's Attorney General is issuing a cease and desist letter ordering a nonprofit organization to stop sending letters to Maryland voters that threaten to publicly expose those registered voters who do not vote in this year's election.
Weems's defense rested its case Thursday afternoon.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Alexus Davilla and Kaicey Baylor are in the Saw-themed escape room. Will they escape before the time runs out?
Rachel Rusk, joins us with an easy at home decorating trick to make any cake ghoulish and ghostly.
Everyone from staff and volunteers have reported erie encounters of ghosts and other paranormal entities over the course of many years. Kris Hoellen joins us with a few of them.
Yesenia Mosley shares some of the traditions of the Mexican holiday and tells us about their big parade and celebration happening Saturday November 2.
The 11th annual Oyfest is taking place Saturday November 2nd at Union Craft Brewery. Tickets are on sale now.
The Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos have come a long way since starting the season 0-2.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was again absent from practice Thursday.
Former Baltimore Ravens owner Art Modell is one of nine semifinalists for possible enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 as a contributor.
Johnson, who was traded to the Baltimore Ravens from the Carolina Panthers, joined his new team at practice in Owings Mills on Wednesday.
Lamar Jackson missed practice for the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday.
Hundreds of thousands of Marylanders have already made their voices heard days with early voting ending Thursday night.
Healthcare, public safety and education are some of the top priorities Harford County voters are considering when making their voices heard in this year's election.
Voters across Maryland will decide if the right to reproductive freedom should be protected in the state's constitution.
At Chick & Ruth's Deli in downtown Annapolis, lunch is sometimes served with a side of politics.
Baltimore City voters will be casting their ballots to decide the future of the Inner Harbor.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
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 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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Weekend starts crisp and cool in Maryland
Warm with morning rain chances Friday in Maryland
Temperatures will be in the 70s for trick-or-treating. A shower is possible early Friday followed by nice weekend.
Halloween will feature outstanding weather for the trick-or-treaters. Trick-or-treating weather continues to look warm and dry.
Warm Halloween in Maryland
Maryland voters cast their ballots on final day of early voting
Election worker followed, state board says zero tolerance for harassment
Maryland AG issues cease and desist letter to group for alleged violations of election laws
Weekend starts crisp and cool in Maryland
Michael Myers spooks Marylanders with "Jeep of Horrors"