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• Parts Of Md. Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Warning Through Night

  12-08-2017 22:46
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Most of the state is under a severe thunderstorm alerts until later Saturday night.
  There is a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 8 p.m. for Anne Arundel, Howard and Baltimore Counties, as well as Baltimore City.
  There is also a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Baltimore City, as well as Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Charles, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s, and St. Mary’s Counties are all under the severe thunderstorm watch until
  
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• Much Of Md. Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch Through Saturday Night

  12-08-2017 22:46
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Most of the state is under a severe thunderstorm watch until later Saturday night.
  Baltimore City, as well as Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Carroll, Charles, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s, St. Mary’s and Washington Counties are all under the severe thunderstorm watch until 11 p.m. Saturday night, according to the National Weather Service.
  There is a coastal flood advisory for St. Mary’s County on the Eastern Shore until
  
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• Virginia City Rocked By White Nationalist Protests; 1 Arrest

  12-08-2017 22:01
  CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — A hospital official says one person has died and 19 were injured after a car plowed into a group of protesters in Charlottesville.
  University of Virginia Medical Center spokeswoman Angela Taylor confirmed the death to The Associated Press.
  The mayor of Charlottesville said via Twitter on Saturday that he is “heartbroken” to announce that a “life has been lost.” He did not provide details.
  Witnesses say a car plowed into a crowd of pe
  
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• Weather Alerts Affect Maryland Throughout The Day Saturday

  12-08-2017 22:00
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — There is a flood warning for Wicomico and Worcester Counties until 9 a.m. Sunday.
  Parts of Maryland were under severe thunderstorm alerts through Saturday night.
  There was a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for parts of Maryland, according to the National Weather Service.
  Heavy rain, winds and flooding affected the Baltimore area. There were also reports of downed trees in Anne Arundel County.@cbsbaltimore harbor east central and aliceanna is flooded pic.twitter.com/MQnoY4j
  
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• For Baltimore, a long way out of this mess - Baltimore Sun

  12-08-2017 20:11
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  For Baltimore, a long way out of this mess
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  Baltimore Police Commissioner Kevin Davis addresses the recent violence with members of the media on Friday, along with Chief Stanley Branford, left, and Inspector Donald Bauer, right. (Michael Ares / Baltimore Sun). Dan RodricksContact ReporterThe ...and more »
  
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• Anne Arundel County Police Investigate Murder-Suicide In Edgewater

  12-08-2017 16:30
  Edgewater, MD (WJZ)– Police in Anne Arundel County are investigating a murder-suicide overnight in 300 block of Dawnwood Drive in Edgewater.
  Officers responded to a townhouse around 10:45pm Friday night for a report of a shooting and upon arriving found two adult males deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.
  A preliminary investigation has revealed the murder-suicide occurred between two people attending a party inside a garage at the location.
  Police say the suspect, identified as 45 year
  
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• Orioles blow eighth-inning lead in 5-4 loss to Athletics - Baltimore Sun (blog)

  12-08-2017 07:02
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  Orioles blow eighth-inning lead in 5-4 loss to Athletics
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  If the Orioles fall short of their playoff aspirations come October and are left to look back on all the opportunities they had to change that, Friday night's 5-4 loss to the Oakland Athletics will be one of many that loom large. The Orioles' new-look ...
  Lowrie's Double Keys Rally As A's Top Orioles 5-4CBS Baltimore / WJZ
  Baltimore Orioles: Trey Mancini a rookie by name, not gameThe Baltimore Wir
  
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• Lowrie’s Double Keys Rally As A’s Top Orioles 5-4

  12-08-2017 06:45
  OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Jed Lowrie had two hits, including an RBI double in a decisive bottom of the eighth inning, as the Oakland Athletics defeated the Baltimore Orioles 5-4 on Friday night.
  The A’s trailed 4-3 when Lowrie doubled in Matt Joyce with the tying run off Brad Brach (3-3). Chad Pinder’s sacrifice fly two batters later drove in the go-ahead run as Marcus Semien beat a strong throw from Joey Rickard in right.
  The A’s snapped a three-game skid while the Orioles
  
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• Western Md. Residents On Potomac Pipeline Plans: ‘Disaster Waiting To Happen’

  12-08-2017 05:46
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A proposed pipeline under the Potomac continues to stir up controversy. Dozens of activists took to the waters near Sharpsburg, Maryland and called for the project to be shut down before it even starts.
  WJZ’s Rick Ritter has a closer look at the concerns.
  The project would eventually carry gas produced by fracking, which is a major concern for residents in Washington County. They’re now calling for Governor Hogan to reject the project.
  There was a powerfu
  
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• ‘Weapon Of Death’ Found In Car Of Suspected Gang Member Following Fatal Crash

  12-08-2017 05:42
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore Police Commissioner Kevin Davis described an extremely lethal weapon officers discovered on a suspected gang member as a “weapon of death.”
  Ava-joye Burnett reports the commissioner said they found the gun after a car crash where an innocent woman was killed.
  Police say the situation started when an officer tried to pull someone over, but they kept on going. By the end of the night, an extremely dangerous, semi-automatic handgun, capable of hold
  
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• Severe Weather Coming Through The Area Overnight

  12-08-2017 05:35
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — There is a Tornado Warning for parts of Talbot County until 12:30 a.m. Saturday. Affected areas include Trappe, Saint Michaels, and Oxford.On #WJZ Severe T-storm capable of a tornado is moving east at 12mph in central Talbot County.Tornado warning now in effect. pic.twitter.com/Qu80VTE9nT
  — Bob Turk WJZ-TV 13 (@TurkWJZ) August 12, 2017
  There is also a Flood Warning for southern Prince George’s County, until 6 a.m, as well as a flood advisory for Caroline
  
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• Baltimore sees 7 shootings, 3 dead in 24 hours - ABC2 News

  12-08-2017 05:30
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  Baltimore sees 7 shootings, 3 dead in 24 hours
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  Copyright 2017 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Show Caption Hide Caption. Previous Next. BALTIMORE - The recent spate of violence started when Baltimore Police found ...
  
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• Study: More People Drinking, Alcohol Abuse On The Rise

  12-08-2017 05:09
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — New research suggests more people are drinking and abusing alcohol in the U.S.The findings, which were recently published in a medical journal found the trend is particularly troubling among certain groups of people.
  George Solis breaks down the research and as more on why the findings are alarming to many in the medical community.
  The research also gives those who partake in the occasional recreational drink something to think about
  Many people have their own measure of
  
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• Weather Blg: Showers, Thunderstorms Starting Off Weekend

  12-08-2017 04:44
  Some rain has moved into the region tonight, and some areas will see a thunderstorm or thundershower as well. Tomorrow, we will see more showers and some thunderstorms around. Later tomorrow night, a cool front will clear things out, making way for a nice, drier and sunny Sunday!
  Enjoy your weekend.
  Bob Turk.
  
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• BronyCon Is Back In Baltimore

  12-08-2017 04:43
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It’s that time of year! The Baltimore Convention Center has been taken over by “Bronycon.”
  Thousands of “Bronys” from around the country and parts beyond have come to Baltimore to celebrate the show “My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.”
  For the uninitiated, it’s an animated show that has developed a cult following.
  Fans often dress as characters so don’t be surprised if you see people with tails, wings and rainbows ro
  
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• Towson Royal Farms Gas Station Conflict May Soon Have Solution

  12-08-2017 04:26
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Conflict over the Royal Farms gas station in Towson may soon be resolved.
  Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz says he has persuaded the developer to negotiate with community groups protesting the project.
  The compromise may be that the gas station is eliminated from the developer’s plan.
  Developer Caves Valley Partners has had plans to put a Royal Farms gas station at the corner of York Road and Bosley. The already busy intersection is drawing many protes
  
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• Judge Tosses DJ’s Suit Against Taylor Swift In Groping Trial

  12-08-2017 03:04
  DENVER (AP) — A judge on Friday threw out a Denver radio host’s case against Taylor Swift in a trial that delved into their dueling lawsuits over whether he groped her during a backstage meet-and-greet and whether she and her team ruined his career.
  U.S. District Judge William Martinez determined that the pop star could not be held liable because David Mueller failed to prove that she personally set out to have him fired after the 2013 photo op. His identical allegations against Swif
  
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• Woman Violently Attacked By Teens Inside Glen Burnie McDonald’s

  12-08-2017 02:43
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A Glen Burnie mom says she’s recovering after teenagers jumped her at a McDonald’s last weekend, in front of her kids.
  She spoke only with WJZ and Kimberly Eiten about the terrifying moments inside the restaurant.
  Lindsey Green is covered in the black and blue evidence of a violent crime. She says, she didn’t see it coming. She thinks the teens were looking for a fight and she became the unsuspecting target.
  “A black eye. A busted lip, that&rs
  
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• Severe Weather Coming Through The Area Friday Evening

  12-08-2017 02:43
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — There is a severe thunderstorm warning in effect for Charles and Prince George’s County until 8:45 p.m. Friday night.
  Bob Turk says there are storms moving eastward through Maryland south and southwest of Baltimore area. We may see some showers or a thundershower later Friday evening.
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• This Baltimore school helps girls step up for college - PBS NewsHour

  12-08-2017 02:24
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  This Baltimore school helps girls step up for college
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  "Step," a new documentary, follows students from the Baltimore Leadership School for Girls, an institution with the primary goal of 100 percent college acceptance. But that's not their only success. Girls at the school channel their strengths into ...and more »
  
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• Ravens preseason opener seen by nearly 300000 on Baltimore TV stations - Baltimore Sun (blog)

  12-08-2017 01:26
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  Ravens preseason opener seen by nearly 300000 on Baltimore TV stations
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  Baltimore Ravens fans cheer during the second quarter at a preseason game against the Washington Redskins at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Thursday. The Ravens defeated the Redskins, 23-3. (Michael Ares / Baltimore Sun). David ZurawikContact ...
  Exploring the future of Joe Flacco and the Baltimore RavensThe Ebony Bird
  LOOK: Former Alabama players reunite following Baltimo
  
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• Md. County May Be Changing Body Cam Policy After Man Fatally Shot By Off-Duty Officer

  12-08-2017 01:09
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Across the country, it is rare that officers are mandated to wear body cameras while working secondary jobs in uniform.
  But, in one of Maryland’s largest forces, that could soon change after an off-duty Baltimore County Officer killed a suspect in Catonsville.
  For the first time, WJZ is hearing from the brother of a man killed by an off-duty police officer earlier this month.
  County Executive Kevin Kamenetz believes that officers should wear body cameras in sec
  
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• Two teen boys, auto shop owner among latest Baltimore homicide victims - Baltimore Sun

  12-08-2017 01:05
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  Two teen boys, auto shop owner among latest Baltimore homicide victims
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  Baltimore Police talk about recent incidents of violence include the fatal shootings of two teen boys and a 69-year-old auto-shop repair owner. (Michael Ares/Baltimore Sun video). Kevin Rector and Michael Brice-SaddlerContact ReportersThe Baltimore Sun.
  'Weapon Of Death' Found In Car Of Suspected Gang Member Following Fatal CrashCBS Baltimore / WJZ
  Woman killed in crash by gang member fleeing poli
  
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• Orioles on deck: What to watch Friday at Athletics - Baltimore Sun (blog)

  12-08-2017 00:59
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  Orioles on deck: What to watch Friday at Athletics
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  1. Davis returns. Struggling slugger Chris Davis ended up getting one mental health day off and is back in the lineup. And he's getting eased back in, in a sense, as Buck Showalter dropped him to seventh in the batting order for the first time this ...and more »
  
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• Federal funding cut to teen pregnancy prevention programs will hurt Baltimore, health commissioner says - Baltimore Sun

  12-08-2017 00:28
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  Federal funding cut to teen pregnancy prevention programs will hurt Baltimore, health commissioner says
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  Health commissioner Dr. Leana Wen says the city will be hurt by the Trump administration's decision to cut funding for a federal program that supports teen pregnancy prevention efforts. (Lloyd Fox / Baltimore Sun). Michael Brice-SaddlerContact ...
  
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• Baltimore hosts AFRAM Festival this weekend - ABC2 News

  12-08-2017 00:27
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  Baltimore hosts AFRAM Festival this weekend
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  BALTIMORE - The stage isn't quite set but the work is well underway for Baltimore's African American Festival (AFRAM). "It's bringing it back to the heritage and history that Baltimore has to offer," said community activist Erick Alston-Buck. There's a ...and more »
  
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• Baltimore School for the Arts alum talks working with David Simon on 'The Deuce' - Baltimore Sun (blog)

  12-08-2017 00:10
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  Baltimore School for the Arts alum talks working with David Simon on 'The Deuce'
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  Baltimore School for the Arts alum Imani Nia Robinson has a small speaking role in "The Deuce." (Courtesy of Imani Robinson). Brittany BrittoContact ReporterThe Baltimore Sun. Baltimore School for the Arts alumna Imani Nia Robinson is on a mission to ...
  
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• Have questions about the total solar eclipse? Here are answers - Baltimore Sun

  12-08-2017 00:02
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  Have questions about the total solar eclipse? Here are answers
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  By now, you've heard about the total solar eclipse that will be crossing the country Aug. 21. Here's what you need to know to watch it, and understand it: What happens during a solar eclipse? Once a month, the moon's orbit takes it directly between ...and more »
  
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