FDA Probes Salmonella That Has Sickened 90 People
Federal health officials are investigating a growing outbreak of salmonella that has sickened 90 people in 19 states and the District of Columbia, according to a Food and Drug Administration memo.
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Federal health officials are investigating a growing outbreak of salmonella that has sickened 90 people in 19 states and the District of Columbia, according to a Food and Drug Administration memo.
A former chemist for the Food and Drug Administration has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in an insider trading scheme that spanned nearly five years.
A critical shortage of a drug needed to treat childhood leukemia may be over-- for now.
The number of people in Pennsylvania and Maryland stricken with illness after consuming raw milk from the same farm has risen to 23, health officials in the two states said Wednesday.
An acid reflux drug often used for hard-to-treat asthma doesn't help children with the breathing disease and may cause side effects, a study in 300 children found.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says a New York company is recalling its rugelach pastry because some ingredients labels may have omitted eggs.
A majority of medical experts has voted that Yaz and other popular birth control pills remain a beneficial option for women, despite an increasing number of studies suggesting the drugs are more likely to cause dangerous blood clots than older birth control pills.
Pools of water on the floor and old, hard-to-clean equipment at a Colorado farm's cantaloupe packing facility were probably to blame for the Listeria outbreak.
Health officials say as many as 16 people have died from possible listeria illnesses traced to Colorado cantaloupes, the deadliest food outbreak in more than a decade.
The University of Maryland has opened a new training center to help ensure imported food is safe.
Research from the Food and Drug Administration shows one in five women with silicone breast implants will need to have them removed within 10 years after surgery.
Health officials say 39 people have been sickened from a salmonella outbreak spread through handling baby chicks or ducklings.
The Food and Drug Administration says some chicken meat may contain small amounts of arsenic, though the agency is stressing that the amount is too tiny to be dangerous to people who eat it.
The drink Four Loko kills. That's the claim in a lawsuit filed against the drink's manufacturer. Lawyers for the family of a Virginia teen blame the company for their son's death.
Big changes could be coming to your favorite restaurant. Chain restaurants could soon be forced to list calorie information right on the menu.
A salmonella outbreak has flared up in Frederick County. Health experts know contaminated sausage is the culprit.
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved the first new drug to treat lupus in over 50 years, a milestone that medical experts say could prompt development of other drugs that are even more effective in treating the debilitating immune system disorder.
The New Year brings new faces to the O'Malley administration. Former Baltimore Health Commissioner Joshua Sharfstein leaves his post with the FDA to become the Maryland Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Gov. Martin O'Malley says the Food and Drug Administration's principal deputy commissioner is returning to Maryland to become the state's top health official.
Expect cold & quiet weather today. An arctic blast Thursday brings strong wind, rain & snow showers, & bitter cold.
Wisp Ski Resort is opening its slopes in Western Maryland on Friday, December 6, for skiers and snowboarders.
A new mural tells the story of the tragic day Baltimore's iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into the Patapsco River, killing six construction workers, on March 26, 2024.
Jack Callis, the 24-year-old Baltimore Ravens fan charged with assaulting Washington Commanders fans in Federal Hill on October 13, will remain in jail while he awaits his trial, according to The Baltimore Banner.
A recent pattern of pedestrians killed by cars along Belair Road in Northeast Baltimore has residents concerned about safety.
A new mural tells the story of the tragic day Baltimore's iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into the Patapsco River, killing six construction workers, on March 26, 2024.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott was sworn in Tuesday for a rare second full term in office.
A recent pattern of pedestrians killed by cars along Belair Road in Northeast Baltimore has residents concerned about safety.
Expect cold & quiet weather today. An arctic blast Thursday brings strong wind, rain & snow showers, & bitter cold.
Wisp Ski Resort is opening its slopes in Western Maryland on Friday, December 6, for skiers and snowboarders.
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.
The American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region joins us in studio to share some of the many ways to give and volunteer.
Beverage Director Adam Merryman joins Alexus Davila with a look at their holiday extravaganza, which transforms the restaurant and cocktail menu into a festive and nostalgic haven that captures the very essence of the holiday season.
Miana Massey is live at Longeviti's Baltimore-based headquarters with a behind--the-scenes look at the manufacturing process for all their neurosurgical implants, which have helped over 4,000 patients.
Ben Perricone gives us a walk through on how to ensure your vehicle is winter ready before cold temps and bad weather strike.
Sina Gebre-Ab spoke with star about ushering in the holidays with his "The Christmas Tour" which will be stopping in Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at The Theater at MGM National Harbor.
The biggest question facing the Baltimore Ravens right now has little to do with Lamar Jackson or even a defense that started the season poorly.
Diontae Johnson, who was acquired in a trade on Oct. 29, didn't play a snap despite being active against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
The most accurate kicker in NFL history is in an inexplicable slump.
The Baltimore Ravens were defeated by the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-19, Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
Derik Queen scored 20 points, snared nine rebounds and dished five assists as Maryland shot its way past winless Alcorn State, 96-58 in a nonconference game on Sunday afternoon.
Hunter Biden was convicted of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a gun and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
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.
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.
Expect cold & quiet weather today. An arctic blast Thursday brings strong wind, rain & snow showers, & bitter cold.
Arctic front could bring snow to Maryland
Cold temperatures continue in Maryland
Arctic air to bring coldest temps of season to Maryland
Cold air sticks around this week in Maryland
Arctic front could bring snow to Maryland
"Echoes from the Key Bridge" mural displayed at Baltimore museum
Cold temperatures continue in Maryland
Baltimore dancers to perform Nutcracker at Mayor's tree lighting
Maryland task force battles illegal car rallies