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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.
One parent at the rally told WJZ that if the county did not lift the mandate, they would send their children to school without masks.
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.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball filed for re-election on Tuesday.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced on Twitter Thursday that he is running for re-election.
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.
With more people choosing to go maskless, some tell WJZ they're worried taking off the masks could fuel a new variant.
The drug is available in limited supply and is only given to certain, high-risk groups of people.
A major backlog has the Maryland medical examiner asking the federal government for help managing a backlog of more than 200 bodies that are awaiting autopsies in Baltimore.
Gov. Larry Hogan plans to make new recommendations on face mask requirements in the classroom to the State Board of Education.
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.
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks announced Monday it is resuming its sports and fitness programs after they were suspended for more than a month due to COVID-19.
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.
Maryland reported 1,124 new COVID-19 cases Sunday as hospitalizations and the positivity rate continues to decline, according to data released by the Maryland Department of Health.
To celebrate Black History Month, the Baltimore County Public Library is hosting multiple events—and this year, they're all virtual.
The Port Discovery Children's Museum, Johns Hopkins Medicine and the Baltimore City Health Department held a COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Saturday and offered up free admission to anyone who got a dose of the vaccine there.
Maryland reported 1,627 new COVID-19 Saturday as hospitalizations and the positivity rate continue to decline, according to data released Saturday 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.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday issued a proclamation recognizing the second week of February as Healthcare Heroes Appreciation Week in Maryland.
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.
Doctors with the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health said our community should not have a 'post-pandemic mindset' despite the decrease in COVID-19 metrics across the state.
A dozen Baltimore parishes, with decades of family milestones and memories, held their final Mass this weekend before the archdiocese starts consolidating.
Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left.
Baltimore Farmers' Market organizers say the Sunday before Thanksgiving is one of the market's busiest days.
Archie Manning can empathize with what Jack Harbaugh will be going through again on Monday night.
Derik Queen knocked down two free throws with 19 seconds left to complete a second-half Maryland comeback and the Terrapins beat Villanova 76-75 to win the Saatva Empire Classic on Sunday afternoon.
An employee was seriously injured after a heavy fire erupted Saturday afternoon at an asphalt processing plant near Baltimore's Canton Industrial Area.
A dozen Baltimore parishes, with decades of family milestones and memories, held their final Mass this weekend before the archdiocese starts consolidating.
Baltimore Farmers' Market organizers say the Sunday before Thanksgiving is one of the market's busiest days.
Once the sun returns, it sticks around for the day on Monday.
The Baltimore Police Department joined EP International Ministries for their 8th annual 'The GIVE Fest', providing meals to 1,000 Baltimore City residents.
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.
Marcus Dutton is live from the Inner Harbor discussing what guests can expect this upcoming season.
Morgan Singer, Arris Design, joins us to talk about some must-have tree decorating tips that will spruce up any tree or home.
Owner Kyle Algaze joins us in studio with a delicious spread that will make any holiday brunch plans a hit.
Dr. Tina Zhang joins us for a discussion on menopause and the effects of estrogen loss on a woman's body.
Owner Melanie Eggleston, OMN Shop, joins us with a few products that are must-haves for the cold winter months.
Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left.
Archie Manning can empathize with what Jack Harbaugh will be going through again on Monday night.
Derik Queen knocked down two free throws with 19 seconds left to complete a second-half Maryland comeback and the Terrapins beat Villanova 76-75 to win the Saatva Empire Classic on Sunday afternoon.
Kaylene Smikle scored 25 points and No. 11 Maryland won its sixth straight game to start the season, racing to a 107-35 win over St. Francis of Pennsylvania on Sunday afternoon.
Maryland lost to Iowa, 29-13, on Saturday in College Park, making them unable to become bowl eligible with one game remaining.
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.
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.
Mild and sunny Monday in Maryland
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Mild and sunny Monday in Maryland
Large crowd out at Baltimore Farmers' Market ahead of holidays
Annapolis leaders honor Executive Director of Blacks of the Chesapeake who died
Baltimore parishes hold final Mass before consolidation
Two-alarm blaze erupts at Canton processing plant, leaving employee seriously injured