23, Including Kids, Rescued From Boat Wreck In Chesapeake Bay
Twenty-three people were rescued from a boat southwest of Bloodsworth Island in the lower Chesapeake Bay Wednesday afternoon.
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Twenty-three people were rescued from a boat southwest of Bloodsworth Island in the lower Chesapeake Bay Wednesday afternoon.
A report by environmental scientists says the health of the Chesapeake Bay has improved as efforts to produce runoff from land continue.
Underwater grass beds in the Chesapeake Bay, in decline for decades, are making a strong comeback.
A report says islanders in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay could be among the first "climate change refugees" in the continental United States.
Hard barriers to stop erosion may be hard on the bay.
The Maryland Natural Resources Police say they will continue their search on Monday for a missing boater in the Chesapeake Bay.
It may have happened 22,000 years ago, but the last ice age isn't done with Maryland yet.
Regional leaders and federal officials are getting together to talk about cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay.
Could parts of Maryland be underwater in the next few years? Some scientists warn the state is one of the most vulnerable to climate change, with sea levels rising rapidly, especially in the Chesapeake Bay.
A U.S. appeals court on Monday approved a federal plan to limit pollution in the Chesapeake Bay despite objections from farmers, builders and others who accused the Environmental Protection Agency of a power grab.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is suing Virginia water protection officials to require large livestock operations to fence off rivers and streams from their animals.
HonFest's 1st Annual Oyster Shucking Competition will give contestants a good time while raising awareness for oyster preservation in the Chesapeake Bay.
Authorities say a 37-year-man has died in a boating accident on the Chesapeake Bay off Calvert County.
Algae blooms, some of them toxic, are increasing in the Chesapeake.
After a decline the past two years, the bay's crab population is again growing in the right direction.
A week ago, hundreds of trucks were being loaded with salt. When heavy snows came the next day, that salt hit the roads.
What to do about the rain? Lawmakers in Annapolis are debating whether the state should continue to collect that controversial stormwater fee, known as the "rain tax."
Fishing lands a man in federal prison. In this case, it's 92 tons of illegally caught rockfish worth half a million dollars.
Maryland lawmakers are targeting phosphorous pollution of the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland's 19th annual Polar Bear Plunge is going on as scheduled despite the winter storm that moved through the area.
Millions of federal dollars are coming to Maryland and they're going right into the ground.
It averages out to a D+: the same grade the last time the bay's health was measured in 2012.
The Coast Guard has rescued two men after their boat began sinking in the Chesapeake Bay.
The Maryland Department of the Environment says it plans to deny Exelon Corp.'s application to renew its water-quality permit for the Conowingo hydroelectric dam on the Susquehanna River.
Oysters figure prominently at Maryland Thanksgivings--a demand hundreds of watermen are working hard right now to meet.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
Four people were hospitalized after a shooting in Baltimore County on Christmas Eve, according to Baltimore County Police.
The Plastic Bag Reduction Act will take effect in Annapolis on January 22, the city said in an announcement.
An emoji designed and proposed by a group of Harford County Public School students has been approved for global use, district officials announced.
For the second year in a row, the Baltimore Ravens will be on the road, playing on Christmas Day.
The work on rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge will begin in January, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for most of Maryland on Tuesday morning, including Northern and Southern Baltimore, and Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick Counties, according to the National Weather Service.
The new year will bring new changes for Maryland. Here's a break-down of some of the new legislation that will take effect on January 1, 2024.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
A Baltimore defense attorney weighed in on what's next for Maryland native Luigi Mangione.
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.
Kaiser Permanente psychiatrist Dr. Christina Lee shares how to prevent digital hoarding and declutter your mind.
Black-owned Janlitfeather Gourmet shares its signature popcorn and alcohol-free drinks.
The Baltimore Ravens will open their official Ravens Holiday Pop-Up Flock Shop at M&T Bank Stadium from Sunday, December 22 through Tuesday, December 24.
K1 Speed in Jessup, Maryland offers fast-paced family-friendly fun during the holiday season.
Alexus Davila is live learning how it all started with Nancy Faidley Devine's father, who in the 60's made himself a fish patty on a hot plate that ultimately led to the Faidley crab cake which Nancy perfected.
For the second year in a row, the Baltimore Ravens will be on the road, playing on Christmas Day.
Fortune finally smiled on the Baltimore Ravens in their heated rivalry with Pittsburgh.
Lamar Jackson was solid in Baltimore's biggest game of the season so far.
Twice in the past three seasons, Mike Tomlin and his Pittsburgh Steelers came to Baltimore in the final week, beat the Ravens and sneaked into the playoffs.
Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein reflected on his first year leading the franchise in a recent CBS interview. Rubenstein discussed the team's strong start, a playoff disappointment, and his plans for the future.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
Democrats elect a new party chair on Feb. 1, following the loss of the presidency and the Senate and the narrow failure to win the House in 2024.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
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.
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.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
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.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
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.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for most of Maryland on Tuesday morning, including Northern and Southern Baltimore, and Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick Counties, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Wintry weather possible for Tuesday morning
Extreme cold, wintry conditions on Christmas Eve in Maryland
Extreme cold resumes on Christmas Eve in Maryland
It's another cold morning in Maryland as overnight temperatures dropped back into the teens. Winds were on the light side to start the day so wind chills/feels like temperatures weren't too far from air temperatures for many.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for most of Maryland on Tuesday morning, including Northern and Southern Baltimore, and Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick Counties, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Kaiser Permanente psychiatrist Dr. Christina Lee shares how to prevent digital hoarding and declutter your mind.
Black-owned Janlitfeather Gourmet shares its signature popcorn and alcohol-free drinks.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
The Baltimore Ravens will open their official Ravens Holiday Pop-Up Flock Shop at M&T Bank Stadium from Sunday, December 22 through Tuesday, December 24.