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• It’s Academic: May 26, 2018

  26-05-2018 23:20
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• Ocean City Calling For ‘Strawless Summer’ To Protect Environment

  26-05-2018 23:10
  OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — Ocean City is asking visitors to stop using plastic straws this summer in an effort to protect beaches and cut down on pollution.
  Ocean City businesses are joining the pledge to clean up the Chesapeake Bay, and one way you may notice a difference is when you order a drink.
  “I’m behind it 110 percent. It’s keeping the birds safer, the streets safer,” visitor Jackie Rosario said.
  The Surfrider Foundation is leading the “Strawless Sum
  
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• Here’s How Maryland’s Population Changed Between 2016 And 2017

  26-05-2018 22:52
  ANNAPOLIS, MD — A majority of 2017’s fastest-growing cities in the United States are in the South and seven of the country’s 15 fastest-growing cities are in Texas, according to new population estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday.
  The Census also released a list of the 15 cities with the largest population gains and a majority of those cities were also in the south. The population estimates released Thursday are for cities, boroughs, villages towns and towns
  
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• Police Looking For Missing 12-Year-Old

  26-05-2018 22:47
  PARKVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — Baltimore County Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 12-year-old boy.
  James Christian Tyler was last seen Friday around 3 p.m. leaving his home in the 8700 block of Maravoss Lane in Parkville, Maryland.
  Tyler is 5 feet, about 100 lbs. and was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, white shorts and black shoes.
  Missing Child: #BCoPD searching for James Christian Tyler (12) from 8700-blk of Maravoss Ln. 21234. Last seen on 5/25, leaving his h
  
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• Body Found Near Chesapeake Bay Bridge

  26-05-2018 22:25
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A body was recovered near the Bay Bridge on Friday afternoon, according to our media partner The Baltimore Sun.
  Police reportedly found an abandoned car on the eastbound span of the bridge. The body was discovered near the bridge around 2 p.m.
  The cause of death and the person’s identity have not been released.
  An investigation is ongoing.
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• Record-Breaking Travel Expected Over Memorial Day Weekend

  26-05-2018 05:12
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Memorial Day weekend is underway and record-breaking numbers are expected in Maryland.
  The familiar sights and sounds of holiday travel, traffic, long lines and people eager for an extended getaway are in full swing throughout the state.
  “Just having a good time,” traveler Matt Quick said.
  But good times may come at a higher cost for some.
  AAA reports gas prices are at their highest point since 2014, inching closer and expected to hit the $3 per gallon ma
  
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• Hess, Orioles Overcome Rays’ Bullpen For 2-0 Win

  26-05-2018 04:17
  ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — David Hess pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, helping the Baltimore Orioles overcome a strong effort from Tampa Bay’s bullpen in a 2-0 win over the Rays on Friday night.
  Danny Valencia doubled in a run off starter Sergio Romo, and Jonathan Schoop went deep against Ryan Yarbrough, spoiling a an impressive opener for the Rays’ relievers as the team plans to use bullpen days in all three games this weekend. Yarbrough replaced Romo (1-1) afte
  
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• Weather Blog: Fantastic Friday

  26-05-2018 03:56
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A nice, warm but not a humid day – with lots of sunshine once again.
  Saturday and Sunday, more humidity and showers will once again develop across the region. The heaviest rain will likley fall on Sunday with some areas receiving an inch or more.
  The good news is that by Memorial Day, drier air will move in alomg with cooler temperatures making for a decent holiday!
  Have a nice safe weekend, and drive safely.
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• Publix Suspends Political Contributions Following Criticism For Supporting Pro-NRA Candidate

  26-05-2018 03:11
  (CNN) — Publix has suspended its political contributions as it reevaluates its giving processes, the national grocery chain said in a statement on Friday. The announcement comes days after Parkland student activist David Hogg called for a “die-in” at the grocery store to protest its support for a Florida gubernatorial candidate backed by the National Rifle Association (NRA).
  “We regret that our contributions have led to a divide in our community. We did not intend to put
  
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• White House Sinkhole ‘Does Not Pose A Risk,’ National Park Service Says

  26-05-2018 03:04
  (CNN) — Let this sink in: The President is safe from the White House sinkhole.
  The area on the North Lawn, which became a social media sensation this week, has been excavated and will be filled in over the coming days, per the National Park Service.
  RELATED: Sinkhole Opens Up On White House Lawn
  “On Friday, May 25, crews excavated an area around the small sinkhole on the north White House grounds. We found an underground void about six to eight inches in diameter, which was likely ca
  
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• George Zimmerman Tells Court He’s $2.5M In Debt, Needs Public Defender

  26-05-2018 03:00
  (CNN) — A court allowed George Zimmerman to use a public defender in his alleged stalking case after he filed documents saying he’s $2.5 million in debt and has zero income.
  Zimmerman is facing stalking accusations in his latest legal woes since his 2013 acquittal in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
  Details of his finances were filed in a Seminole County court to support his request for a public defender. In the documents, he lists that he’s unemployed and has $0 in assets
  
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