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• Substitute Teacher Fired For Modeling Hitler Salute For Kids

  23-09-2017 21:13
  GEORGIA, Vt. (AP) — A school superintendent in Vermont says a substitute teacher has been fired after being accused of showing elementary school children how to make the Nazi salute to Adolf Hitler.
  WCAX-TV reports that Georgia Elementary School superintendent informed parents of the Thursday decision. In an email to parents, Superintendent Ned Kirsch says the children were seen standing with arms out and the teacher modeling the salute. He says she raised her arm slightly and then sa
  
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• Video Captures California Officer Fatally Shooting Man

  23-09-2017 19:55
  HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (AP) — A police officer fatally wounded a man Friday during a struggle outside a California convenience store that was captured on video by a bystander.
  Although details about what prompted the confrontation remained sketchy, Huntington Beach Police Chief Robert Handy said the video showed the officer was forced to defend himself. He added that the officer, who fired seven shots at the man, had a right to do so if he felt his life was in danger.
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• NFL Commissioner, Players’ Union Denounce Trump “Son Of A B****” Comment

  23-09-2017 19:12
  SOMERSET, N.J. (AP) — The National Football League and its players’ union on Saturday angrily denounced President Donald Trump for suggesting that owners fire players who kneel during the national anthem and that fans consider walking out in protest “when somebody disrespects our flag.”
  “Divisive comments like these demonstrate an unfortunate lack of respect for the NFL, our great game and all of our players,” the league commissioner, Roger Goodell, said in a
  
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• 6 shootings within 14 hours leave 4 dead, 2 wounded in Baltimore - Baltimore Sun

  23-09-2017 19:06
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  6 shootings within 14 hours leave 4 dead, 2 wounded in Baltimore
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  Baltimore police are investigating a half-dozen shootings that took place Friday night and Saturday morning, leaving four men dead and two injured. The violence started just before 6 p.m. Friday when Western District officers patrolling near the 1800 ...
  Violent morning in Baltimore: 5 shootings, 4 of them fatalABC2 News
  Baltimore City Police investigating 5 shootings, 4 fatalFox Baltimore
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• Hurricane Maria Expected To Cause Dangerous Surf, Rip Currents Along US Coast

  23-09-2017 18:14
  BALTIMORE (WJZ)– Hurricane Maria is currently a category 3 storm and is expected to cause dangerous surf and rip currents at southeastern United States beaches for the next several days, according to the National Weather Service.
  There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.
  Maria will move away from the Bahamas into the open waters of the western Atlantic Saturday.
  Hurricane Maria is still a Category 3 but moving into open waters. Not expected to impact U-S. Updates @cbsbaltimore #F
  
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• Zurawik: Bill O'Reilly plays to thousands of empty seats in Baltimore - Baltimore Sun (blog)

  23-09-2017 18:04
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  Zurawik: Bill O'Reilly plays to thousands of empty seats in Baltimore
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  Bill O'Reilly stopped in Baltimore on Friday night for his "The Spin Stops Here" tour at Royal Farms Arena. (Brent N. Clarke / FilmMagic). David ZurawikContact ReporterThe Baltimore Sun. Bill O'Reilly's “The Spin Stops Here” tour stopped in Baltimore ...
  
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• Report: Ravens create $2.66 million in cap space - Baltimore Beatdown

  23-09-2017 17:18
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  Report: Ravens create $2.66 million in cap space
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  Source: Ravens created $2.66M in cap space by converting $1.96M of Tony Jefferson's & $1.79M of Justin Tucker's salary into a signing bonus. — Field Yates (@FieldYates) September 23, 2017. Had only $1.4M in Cap space prior to this. Injuries causing ...and more »
  
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• Trump Tells NBA Star Curry That White House Visit Is Off

  23-09-2017 17:08
  SOMERSET, N.J. (AP) — President Donald Trump says if a basketball player doesn’t want to visit the White House to celebrate an NBA title, then don’t bother showing up.
  Trump responded Saturday on Twitter to star Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors — who’s made it clear he’s not interested in a traditional post-title White House visit.
  Curry told reporters on Friday: “I don’t want to go … my beliefs stay the same.”
  Trump weighed
  
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• Saturday, September 23, 2017

  23-09-2017 15:45
  44th Annual Greek Festival in Parkville.
  
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• Assaults climb at Baltimore Central Booking since city jail closing ... - Baltimore Sun

  23-09-2017 15:39
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  Assaults climb at Baltimore Central Booking since city jail closing ...
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  Assaults have climbed at Baltimore Central Booking since Gov. Larry Hogan closed the City Jail, state statistics show.
  After jail closure, assaults up at Baltimore booking centerWashington Postall 4 news articles »
  
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• Charm City Fly-In Takes Off This Weekend

  23-09-2017 15:18
  BALTIMORE (WJZ)– With the growing popularity of drones, more and more people are being exposed to what is called radio controlled aircraft.
  A large group is gathering in Baltimore this weekend for the Charm City Fly-In to enjoy small planes on a big scale, the largest celebration of radio-controlled flying in Maryland.
  Dozens of amateur hobbyists will spend two days flying their planes, helicopters and drones from a 200 foot runway at the Southwest Area Park in Lansdowne off
  
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• Maryland Rep. Delaney Campaigning In South Carolina, Iowa

  23-09-2017 14:11
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Rep. John Delaney is campaigning in South Carolina and Iowa this weekend.
  Delaney, who announced he is running for president in July, is scheduled to deliver remarks to the Horry County Democratic Party Shore Dinner in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on Saturday night.
  He will be in Audubon, Iowa, on Sunday for the Audubon County Democratic Party annual fundraiser.
  On Monday, he’ll be meeting and greeting with Democrats in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He started
  
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• Baltimore ship has long debated history - Cecil Whig

  23-09-2017 11:35
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  Baltimore ship has long debated history
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  The 1854 sloop of war USS Constellation at Inner Harbor in Baltimore is maintained as a museum for the public. CREATIVE COMMONS. Cover USS Constellation. The 1854 sloop of war USS Constellation is seen in this rare 1926 photo prior to its ...
  
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• 2017 Disney’s The Lion King Contest

  23-09-2017 06:01
  More than 90 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too!
  
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• Trump Blasts NFL Players Who Kneel During Anthem

  23-09-2017 05:36
  President Donald Trump says NFL owners should fire players who kneel during the national anthem. And he’s encouraging spectators to walk out in protest.
  He’s also bemoaning that football games have become less violent, complaining, “They’re ruining the game.”
  Several athletes, including NFL players, have been refusing to stand during the national anthem as a protest of the treatment of blacks by police.
  But Trump says those players are disrespecting the flag, Americ
  
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• Weather Blog: Warm and Clear Weekend Ahead

  23-09-2017 05:11
  Warm temperatures and rain-free days ahead. A huge dome of high pressure is dominating our weather pattern for the next five to seven days. That means very warm and dry conditions will be the rule. We could reach 90 degrees on Sunday and Monday! Our normal high is now 75!
  Enjoy the weekend as we continue to track Hurricane Maria as it is expected to travel between the U.S. coast and Bermuda, into next week, and weaken into the cooler waters offshore.
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• Baltimore Boxer Gervonta Davis Arrested On Assault Charges

  23-09-2017 05:10
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore boxing star Gervonta Davis is facing assault charges.
  According to online records, a warrant was issued for the 22-year-old’s arrest following an incident on August 1. Our media partner, The Baltimore Sun reports the warrant for Davis’ arrest was not served until this week.
  The court records show a man pressed charges with a District Court commissioner against Davis on Aug. 3.  He is charged with first and second-degree assault.
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• Ramos Hits Slam To Help Rays Beat Jimenez And Orioles 8-3

  23-09-2017 05:06
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Wilson Ramos hit his third career grand slam, Evan Longoria also went deep and the Tampa Bay Rays throttled Ubaldo Jimenez in an 8-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night.
  Alex Cobb earned his career-high 12th win for the Rays, who interrupted a 4-9 slide and kept alive their slim playoff hopes.
  Ramos connected in the second inning and Longoria homered in the third for a 5-2 lead. Both drives came off Jimenez, who likely pitched his final home game with the Or
  
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• President Trump’s Travel Ban Due To Expire Sunday, Replacement In Works

  23-09-2017 05:05
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — In 48 hours, President Trump’s travel ban will be wiped off the books.
  The president is reportedly working on a replacement.
  It’s a “hurry up and wait” situation — and an anxious one for Marylanders with ties to the restricted countries. And what comes next is anyone’s guess.
  Back in January, chaos erupted across the country, after an order from the White House slammed the door on travelers from mostly Muslim countries.
  The airport shak
  
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• Ravens Have First Practice In London In Prep For Sunday Game

  23-09-2017 05:03
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — In prep for the London showdown, the Ravens arrived in England for their first ever game overseas.
  The team arrived on Friday is getting ready for the big game with their first practice across the Atlantic. Many fans also made the trip to support them, as well.
  Mark Viviano was with the team for the first practice and has more.
  The Ravens will not do any sightseeing on this trip.  Overseas travel can be overwhelming for an athlete with the time zone changes and fatig
  
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• Annapolis Using Drones To Help Solve Traffic Problem

  23-09-2017 04:46
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) —  It’s been a problem for decades in Annapolis, as complaints continue over traffic throughout the area.
  Now, city leaders are hoping drones can be a part of the solution.
  For years, people have complained about traffic along Forest Drive in Annapolis, which can sometimes be backed up for hours. Now, city leaders are trying to find a new solution for an old problem.
  “People have been frustrated, I’ve lived here my whole life. It’s been an
  
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• Decomposed Body Found Along Md. Highway By Police

  23-09-2017 04:22
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Maryland State Police say a decomposed body was found along the side of an Anne Arundel County highway.
  @MDSP troopers are on the scene of decomposed human remains found this evening down embankment on WB I-695 near Rt 10.ID unk at this time.
  — MD State Police (@MDSP) September 22, 2017A trooper made the discovery along the embankment of Route 10 under I-695.
  Transportation officials say that the portion of Rt. 10 could be closed until 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon.
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• In New Setback, Uber To Lose License To Work In London

  23-09-2017 03:43
  LONDON (AP) — Uber will lose its license to operate in London because it may be endangering public safety and security, the local regulator said Friday, in a severe blow to a company already facing big questions over its corporate culture.
  The company, which has been beset by a litany of scandals over its management style — from accusations of sexism to the illegal use of software to trick regulators — was told it was not “fit and proper” to keep operating in London
  
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• Maryland Counties Join Governor In Asking AG To Sue FAA Over Flight Patterns

  23-09-2017 03:20
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Anne Arundel and Howard County Executives are joining Governor Hogan in asking the state Attorney General to sue the FAA.
  As Pat Warren reports, they’re raising their voices over the noise of planes flying in and out of BWI Marshall Airport.
  There’s a call for new routes and higher altitudes from Maryland county executives who want the state to sue the FAA over BWI flight patterns due to NextGen.
  “This noise pollution from airplanes is 24/7 and 365 days
  
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• Federal Government Notifies 21 States Of Election Hacking

  23-09-2017 02:39
  The federal government on Friday told election officials in 21 states that hackers targeted their systems before last year’s presidential election.
  The notification came roughly a year after U.S. Department of Homeland Security officials first said states were targeted by hacking efforts possibly connected to Russia.
  The states that told The Associated Press they had been targeted included some key political battlegrounds, such as Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Wisconsin.
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• ICE Reportedly Investigating After Immigrant Teens Accused Of Rape

  23-09-2017 02:36
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It is a crime unlike any Frederick Police say they have ever seen. Investigators say a teenage victim was abducted and raped for hours.
  The horrific sex crimes have rocked the quiet western Maryland city to its core.
  Two suspects are in custody but police say another girl is the mastermind of the attack. The teen suspects are both in county lockup on rape, kidnapping, sodomy, and assault charges.
  RELATED: Teens Charged In Rape Of Classmate; Female Acquaintance I
  
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• Boxer Gervonta Davis facing assault complaint - Baltimore Sun

  23-09-2017 02:03
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  Boxer Gervonta Davis facing assault complaint
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  Gervonta Davis and Francisco Fonseca face off Aug. 26 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Jonas ShafferContact ReporterThe Baltimore Sun. Gervonta Davis, a rising star in boxing and a West Baltimore native, faces assault charges resulting from an Aug.and more »
  
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• Reports: Kylie Jenner Is Pregnant With First Child

  23-09-2017 01:09
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Is there going to be another addition to the Jenner-Kardashian clan?
  Several media outlets, including TMZ and People, are reporting Friday that 20-year-old Kylie Jenner, the youngest member of the reality show family, is expecting a child with her boyfriend Travis Scott.
  Reps did not confirm the pregnancy, however, and did not immediately respond to The Associated Press’ request for comment.
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• Police In Search Of Robbery Suspect

  23-09-2017 00:37
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore Police are looking to locate a man wanted for several burglaries.
  Police say they need help located 22-year-old Steffan Dorsey, who is wanted for burglaries August 25 through 29 in the 4500 block of Frankford Avenue.
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  Police ask anyone with information to contact Northeast District detectives at 410-396-2444.
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• Police In Search Of E. Baltimore Burglary Suspect

  23-09-2017 00:37
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore Police are looking to locate a man wanted for several burglaries.
  Police say they need help located 22-year-old Steffan Dorsey, who is wanted for burglaries August 25 through 29 in the 4500 block of Frankford Avenue.
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  Police ask anyone with information to contact Northeast District detectives at 410-396-2444.
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