Tensions Flare At Carroll County School Board Meeting Over Optional Masks In Classrooms
While many Maryland counties have begun the school year, masked up, Carroll County is one of the only counties leaving the decision in the hands of parents.
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While many Maryland counties have begun the school year, masked up, Carroll County is one of the only counties leaving the decision in the hands of parents.
Parents in Carroll County thanked the school board for making masks optional in the classroom and some are begging to uphold their stance as a state mask mandate is a possibility for Maryland Public Schools.
Some very excited students and teachers are now back in class full-time at Anne Arundel, Carroll and Harford county schools.
Thousands of students will be heading back into the classroom tomorrow and for some, it'll be the first time in more than a year.
The man wore gloves and a nylon stocking over his head, police said.
For a while, golf had fallen flat, but Maryland is now seeing a resurgence in the sport. As it happens, Maryland is a pretty unique place to take up golfing.
Months after he won re-election, Mount Airy Mayor Patrick Rockinberg has died. He was 58.
A jury on Thursday convicted a Westminster man of attempted first-degree murder and other charges in connection with an attack last January.
Penguin Random House, the New York-based publisher of 10,000 new books annually, will open a second distribution center in Carroll County, state officials announced Wednesday, with plans to add 150 new full-time jobs.
A 24-year-old Hampstead man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to a federal charge of possession of child pornography, materials he acquired while on probation after a conviction of the same crime in the Circuit Court of Carroll County.
Many parents have very different views on if masks should be required for kids.
McDaniel College in Westminister welcomed the class of 2025 Thursday and hundreds of new students moved into their dorms.
The family of a Westminster man who was killed in 2003 is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of his murderer, Maryland State Police said Thursday.
An Emmitsburg, Md. couple was arrested on Monday and charged with violent entry or disorderly conduct and knowingly entering restricted buildings or grounds for their alleged participation in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, the U.S. Attorney for Washington D.C. said.
The Carroll County Office of the State's Attorney was awarded nearly $400,000 in grant funds by the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services.
Five Maryland counties have been picked by the Maryland Department of Human Services to take part in a federally backed program to support adopted children and foster families.
The Carroll County Sheriff's Office said it has arrested a youth sports coach for charges including child sexual assault and pornography.
When you're a kid, nothing says summer like a trip to overnight camp. Last year, COVID made it impossible for children to gather but this year many camps are finding a way to adapt to COVID protocols.
Katie Zafares of Hampstead wins bronze medal in the women's triathlon at the Tokyo Games.
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has announced nearly $30,000 in awards to companies to expand internet access to 12,000 households in 18 counties, according to a department statement Tuesday.
For 40 years McDaniel College has conducted a clinical reading program for its Master's Students called the McDaniel Summer Reading Program.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued through the Baltimore region by the National Weather Service as storms move through the area.
A 9-year-old boy was among the three people injured by illegal fireworks on July 4th in Carroll County.
Sykesville earned the title of best Main Street in America in 2020 but held off celebrating because of the pandemic.
Expect the coldest air of the season yet this morning. Sunshine will help ease the cold with highs in low 50s.
An information and feedback session on the Piedmont Reliability Project in Baltimore County hit a boiling point Tuesday night.
Detectives are looking for more victims of a massive home improvement scheme in Harford County after a man is now facing charges for targeting senior citizens, claiming to be a home improvement contractor.
On Tuesday, Mayor Brandon Scott and Brooklyn Safe Streets celebrated a big milestone in South Baltimore as it has been more than 400 days with no homicides thanks to their Safe Streets encampment zone.
A 16-year-old has been charged as an adult with robbery after allegedly assaulting an 83-year-old woman and stealing her car, according to the Baltimore City Police Department.
Sports betting in Maryland generated over $593 million in October 2024. Of that, $7 million will be contributed to the state, according to Maryland Lottery and Gaming.
Mayor Brandon Scott paid tribute to Timothy Cartwell, the Baltimore City DPW worker who lost his life on the job last week, in his first public comments since Cartwell was killed after being pinned between a trash truck and a utility pole in West Baltimore.
Expect the coldest air of the season yet this morning. Sunshine will help ease the cold with highs in low 50s.
An information and feedback session on the Piedmont Reliability Project in Baltimore County hit a boiling point Tuesday night.
Two drug companies will have to pay Baltimore City over $260 million in damages after a jury found them liable for contributing to the city's opioid crisis, the Baltimore Banner confirmed.
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.
Lamar is a gentle soul searching for his furever home, where he can truly blossom.
Stephen Ferrara joins us to share the growth of the nurse practitioner profession and how NPs provide front-line healthcare access.
Dr. Christie Youssef joins us to talk about a new study shows that time-restricted eating, where meals are consumed within an 8-10 hour window, can improve blood sugar control and reduce risks for type 2 diabetes.
Charelle James, Founding Executive Director of the Baltimore Ravens College Track Center, joins us to share how the organization is making a difference in the lives of students in and around our city.
Don Waters joins us in studio to talk about the festival which features contemporary Irish music, Irish dancing from local troupes, authentic Irish food and beverages, plenty of cultural activities.
The Baltimore Ravens stopped the potential game-winning 2-point conversion to hold on and beat the Cincinnati Bengals, 35-34, Thursday night at M&T Bank Stadium.
Baltimore safety Kyle Hamilton appeared to twist his right ankle late in the first half of Thursday night's game against Cincinnati.
Maryland coach Mike Locksley has confidence in his team, even on a lengthy road trip to face the top-ranked Oregon Ducks.
Baltimore is 21-3 in prime-time home games under coach John Harbaugh. That includes an 8-0 mark on "Thursday Night Football."
Lamar Jackson again missed practice for the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday, but coach John Harbaugh said he'll play Thursday night against Cincinnati.
Johnny Olszewski, the Baltimore County executive, is taking his leadership to the nation's capital after knocking off Kimberly Klacik in Maryland's second congressional district race.
Baltimore City voters had eight municipal ballot measures to decide, including Questions F and H, as well as Maryland Question 1.
Former President Donald Trump prevailed in his third presidential bid — after four indictments, one conviction, two Democratic opponents and two assassination attempts.
Democrat Zeke Cohen beat Republican Emmanuel Digman to become Baltimore's new City Council president.
Voters rejected cutting Baltimore's City Council from 14 to eight.
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.
Expect the coldest air of the season yet this morning. Sunshine will help ease the cold with highs in low 50s.
Chief Meteorologist Derek Beasley has your Tuesday evening forecast | 11/12/2024
Tuesday's forecast will be breezy with temperatures barely making it out of the 50s. Expect cooler temps in the evening with a possible frost.
Tuesday will be breezy and cooler with a widespread freeze possible Tuesday night.
Dry weather has returned to the area to start the workweek after some late weekend rain. Temperatures tonight will dip into the 40s across the region under mostly clear skies.
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Detectives are looking for more victims of a massive home improvement scheme in Harford County after a man is now facing charges for targeting senior citizens, claiming to be a home improvement contractor.