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Fewer than 800 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19, and the positivity rate has dropped below 4% for the first time in three months, according to data released Monday by the Maryland Department of Health.
With Maryland's COVID-19 metrics showing promise, the State Board of Education said it will evaluate the need for masks to be worn in schools when it meets later this month.
Maryland's COVID-19 positivity rate has fallen below the 5% mark for the first time in nearly three months, according to data released Friday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Thursday called on the Maryland State Board of Education to rescind its mask mandate, pointing to the state's improving health metrics as the Omicron-driven surge in cases and hospitalizations continues to wane.
Fewer than 1,000 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 for the first time in roughly two months, according to data released Thursday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Slightly more than 1,000 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 as the positivity rate hovers just below 5.5%, according to data released Wednesday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Tuesday launched a $2 million lottery for Marylanders who have received their booster shot, following similar campaigns that encouraged adults and children ages 12-17 to get vaccinated when doses first became widely available.
The positivity rate in Maryland dipped below 6% for the first time in two months, according to data released Tuesday by the Maryland Department of Health.
The Harford County Health Department has teamed up with community partners to open up a new COVID-19 testing site in Edgewood.
Gov. Larry Hogan kicked off Healthcare Heroes Appreciation Week by presenting a proclamation thanking frontline workers at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Glen Burnie.
Fewer than 1,200 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 as the statewide positivity rate hovers just above 6%, according to data released Monday by the Maryland Department of Health.
The positivity rate and the number of people hospitalized with COVID-19 continue to go down, leading many counties to lift mask mandates. So many people want to see life go back to normal, and finally doctors are saying that is a possibility if we keep our safety protocols in place a bit longer.
Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations have fallen below 1,400 patients and the statewide positivity rate is below 7%, according to data released Friday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations have fallen below 1,500 and the statewide positivity rate is just above 7%, according to data released Thursday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations have fallen to a little more than 1,500 and the statewide positivity rate has dipped below 8%, according to data released Wednesday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball on Tuesday issued an executive order rescinding the county's indoor mask mandate, more than a month after the Omicron variant fueled a surge in cases and hospitalizations.
Following the expiration of the county's mask mandate, Anne Arundel County officials on Tuesday said COVID-19 health metrics are improving but cautioned residents to remain vigilant.
Maryland's COVID-19 hospitalizations have fallen below 1,700 and the statewide positivity rate has dipped below 9%, according to data released Tuesday by the Maryland Department of Health.
A public health order requiring masks to be worn in indoor public spaces in Anne Arundel County will expire on Tuesday, county officials said.
Baltimore County's indoor mask mandate will expire on Tuesday and its state of emergency will be lifted next week, County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced on Monday.
Slightly more than 1,700 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 and the statewide positivity rate has dipped to roughly 9%, according to data released Monday by the Maryland Department of Health.
U.S. health regulators on Monday granted full approval to Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine, a shot that's already been given to tens of millions of Americans since its emergency authorization over a year ago.
More than 2 million Marylanders have received a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to data released Saturday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools is awarding $1,000 bonuses to all full-time employees for their extraordinary efforts throughout the pandemic, Superintendent George Arlotto said Friday.
According to the health department, 1,979 residents are hospitalized with COVID-19. The last time hospitalizations were below 2,000 was Dec. 27, when there were 1,826 patients.
More than 25 of those places of worship are in the Baltimore area:
The holiday season is the prime time for "porch pirates" to prowl, waiting to steal packages delivered to doorsteps.
Luigi Mangione, heir to a prominent Baltimore family, faced judges in both New York and Pennsylvania Thursday where his lawyers said they will fight charges that he killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Arctic front arrives Saturday with the coldest air of the season lasting through early next week.
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.
A second deal on a federal spending package that would include the full cost of the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild and avert a government shutdown has once again stalled in Congress Thursday.
More than 25 of those places of worship are in the Baltimore area:
The holiday season is the prime time for "porch pirates" to prowl, waiting to steal packages delivered to doorsteps.
A Baltimore County man with ties to one of the area's most famous cookies is facing serious child pornography charges.
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.
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.
Derek Cooper joins us from the museum to share what children and parents can expect at this year's Noontime New Year celebration event.
Dr. Asha Patton-Smith talks with us about managing winter break screen times and how parents can create a healthy balance.
Owner and founder Pinky Cole-Hayes joins us to talk about her big Baltimore Homecoming with the long-awaited grand opening celebration of Slutty Vegan at the Baltimore Peninsula.
Owner Eunie Cho shares her story on how she got started and what makes permanent jewelry the hottest keepsake.
Huber joins us from the studio of 100.7 The Bay to share a story about a unique gift he received one year and how it has become a yearly tradition.
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.
Lamar Jackson's struggles against Pittsburgh have been well documented.
Lamar Jackson's five touchdown passes were the big story, but he also ran for 65 yards on six carries.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a one-year contract with Japanese star Tomoyuki Sugano, a right-hander coming off an MVP season in Nippon Professional Baseball's Central League.
House Republicans are trying to pass a new plan to keep the government funded through the spring.
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.
Frigid temperatures return this weekend to Maryland
Arctic front arrives Saturday with the coldest air of the season lasting through early next week.
Cold blast expected to hit Maryland this weekend
A significant drop in temperatures is expected as we head into the weekend. The much-advertised Arctic blast is still on track to arrive Saturday. The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has issued ALERT DAYS for Saturday, Sunday and Monday in anticipation of the bitter cold temperatures.
Gusty chilly weather for Thursday. Temperatures will be in the low 40's. Chance for show and rain showers Friday morning.
Frigid temperatures return this weekend to Maryland
Federal spending bill which includes Key Bridge rebuild cost stalls in Congress
Baltimore Police warn of "porch pirates" this holiday season
Man with ties to owner of Baltimore-based Berger Cookies faces child pornography charges
Maryland man sentenced in murder of cellmates, including deaf inmate