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Prepare to spend more green for blue crabs. Numbers are out on the annual survey of crabs in the bay, and they are not great.
Maryland is joining three other jurisdictions in supporting the Obama administration's plan to clean up the Chesapeake Bay watershed, seeking to counter an election-year legal challenge by farmers and 21 attorneys general that could shape future U.S. environmental policy.
It was a hard blow to the Chesapeake, and it's taken years to recover.
Maryland transportation officials have installed a nesting platform for a persistent osprey who built nests that blocked traffic cameras by the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation says more friend-of-the-court briefs have been filed in support of a massive restoration of the estuary.
Scientists say an indicator of the Chesapeake Bay's health -- underwater grasses -- has reversed a three-year downward trend.
A pair of ospreys that built their nest on a pole holding a Chesapeake Bay Bridge traffic camera will have to find a new home.
The ferry between Oxford and Bellevue will begin operating again this year in time for the Easter weekend.
Maryland State Police and Special Olympics Maryland have announced the rescheduled 18th annual Polar Bear Plunge, which was postponed in January because of below-freezing temperatures and high winds.
Wildlife officials are investigating the death of a 30-foot-long whale found in shallow water near an island in the Chesapeake Bay at the Maryland-Virginia border.
Think this winter is cold? The winter of 1977 was so frigid for so long the bay froze solid.
With some in the state legislature moving to repeal the so-called "rain tax," those in favor of keeping it promise a fight.
Around the turn of the 20th century, the skipjack was the vessel of choice for oystermen who made their living on the Chesapeake Bay.
Rescue plans are underway to airlift the stranded passengers on board a research ship trapped in the Antarctic ice. They've been there for a week.
The son of a Russian woman whose body was pulled from the Chesapeake Bay more than two years ago has been indicted on a murder charge in her death.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley on Thursday was named the chairman of the Chesapeake Executive Council, saying he hoped to have a new Chesapeake Bay Watershed agreement signed next year.
The 2014 candidates for governor took a crack at the state's environmental challenges.
A program growing in popularity received a cash infusion to keep oysters growing.
Watermen file suit against the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, saying the new rules restricting menhaden catch threaten livelihoods.
Farm groups said Tuesday that they were appealing a judge's decision to uphold federal pollution limits that are designed to improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay, the nation's largest estuary, by more tightly regulating wastewater treatment, construction and agricultural runoff.
An artificial oyster reef made up of 300 concrete balls has been completed in the Choptank River.
"From the Bay for the Bay." It is a weeklong celebration of Maryland seafood benefiting the Oyster Recovery Partnership.
The Clean Chesapeake Coalition, which Carroll County joined last year, includes six other rural counties in Maryland, and attempts to change conventional wisdom on the Chesapeake Bay cleanup and restoration efforts.
A fire on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge creates a traffic nightmare for commuters.
A judge rejected a bid by farm industry and home builders' groups to block federal and state pollution limits designed to improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay by more tightly regulating wastewater treatment, construction along waterways and agricultural runoff.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers thwarted four London-bound smuggling attempts of marijuana at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport within the past two months, weighing a combined 247 pounds.
The family of 27-year-old John Haley and their attorneys are raising serious questions about how Baltimore County law enforcement responds to a mental health crisis.
Officials say that "Rhino Tranq" is similar to the more well-known animal tranquilizer, Xylazine, but 200 to 300 times stronger.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott introduced during his State of the City address a program called "Repave Baltimore," which will reimagine how the city resurfaces roads.
Immigrant advocate group, We Are CASA, rallied in Washington, D.C. ahead of the Supreme Court hearing over President Trump's order to end birthright citizenship.
A quadruple amputee who is accused of murder in Maryland acted in self-defense, his attorney argued during a hearing, according to the Charles County State's Attorney's Office.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's approval rating dropped to 48% in the latest UMBC poll.
A Baltimore mother is speaking out after her daughter was shot and killed while on a birthday trip to Texas with her boyfriend.
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.
Maryland's J.O. Spice shows how their crab spice is made.
The Baltimore Museum of Art is showing off its two new exhibits.
Washington, D.C.'s cherry blossoms have reached peak bloom.
Check out some of the vendors at Broadway Market in Baltimore.
Tania Rachkoskie, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management at Goucher College, shares how Goucher is expanding access to higher education for area students through several new programs.
The first game-ending call by a so-called robot umpire gave Albert Suárez his first major league save in nine years, ending the Baltimore Orioles' 8-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.
The Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in Brazil in the third week, sources told our media partner, The Baltimore Banner.
Danny Jansen had three hits, including a three-run homer in the seventh inning that helped the Texas Rangers to an 8-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night.
Jack Leiter struck out eight in six strong innings and Jake Burger drove in two runs to lead the Texas Rangers to a 5-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday night.
Pete Alonso singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, Tyler O'Neill hit a three-run homer and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Minnesota Twins 8-6 on Sunday.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Storms move into Maryland Wednesday evening
Strong storms possible Wednesday evening in Maryland
Parts of Maryland could see severe weather Wednesday evening after warm temperatures through the day.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day.
Chance of storms Wednesday in Maryland
Storms move into Maryland Wednesday evening
Dulaney High Class of 1993 watches their own Reid Wiseman launch to the moon
Harford County deputies warn about powerful tranquilizer mixed with fentanyl
Strong storms possible Wednesday evening in Maryland
Baltimore has a plan to pave 25 lane miles, fill 25,000 potholes