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• Cybersecurity Firms Moving Headquarters To Add To Port Covington Growth Project

  18-10-2018 23:55
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Three firms involved in cybersecurity will move their headquarters to Port Covington.
  “We have worked so hard to break ground in Baltimore and partner with the community we are now calling our neighbors,” said Mark Weller, with Weller Development Company.
  Thursday, the announcement was made that the first tenants- three cybersecurity firms- plan to move their headquarters to the massive South Baltimore project.
  “Today is about the future, soon several co
  
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• Second Report Into UMD Football Player’s Death Expected Friday

  18-10-2018 23:43
  COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WJZ) — A second report into the death of Maryland football player Jordan McNair is expected to be presented to the school’s board of regents Friday.
  UMD Board Of Regents Finds UMD Culpable In Death Of McNair
  The eight-person commission was assembled to investigate an allegedly toxic culture inside the football program.
  Terps Football Player Dies After Collapsing At Team Workout
  19-year-old McNair collapsed of heat stroke at a practice back in May, and died two week
  
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• Maryland Unveils Newest Chesapeake Bay License Plate Design

  18-10-2018 23:21
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland drivers can update their expression of Chesapeake pride and help with efforts to “Save the Bay” with a new license plate design that state transportation and environmental officials unveiled Thursday at Sandy Point State Park.
  The artwork for the new license plate was created by Tina Cardosi and Sujen Buford, of Frederick, Maryland-based design firm TM Design Inc.
  The new plate is slated to be available for purchase beginning Oct. 29. It’s t
  
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• Here’s A List Of Maryland Health Centers Offering Free Mammograms

  18-10-2018 23:14
  BALTIMORE, Md. (WJZ) — With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, health centers all across Maryland are offering free mammograms and other health screening services.
  The services typically have eligibility requirements for patients regarding residency, age, income, and insurance status.
  Here’s a list of five Maryland health centers you can visit if you’re in need of a screening:
  MedStar Harbor Hospital: The Cancer CenterA participating office for Maryland’s Breast
  
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• 13-Year-Old Boy Last Seen In Halethorpe

  18-10-2018 23:12
  HALETHROPE, Md. (WJZ) — Baltimore County Police are searching for a missing 13-year-old boy.
  Desmond Earl Goldsmith Jr., was last seen in the area of Drewster Ct. in Halethorpe, Md.
  He is 5’5″ and 100 lbs. He was last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, gray t-shirt, gray sweatpants and Nike sandals.
  #BCoPD searching for Desmond Earl Goldsmith Jr., 13 years old, 5'5", 100 lbs. He was last seen in the area of Drewster Ct. in Halethorpe wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, gray T
  
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• 7-Year-Old Dead After Being Struck By Vehicle Outside Local School

  18-10-2018 22:33
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police say a 7-year-old girl is dead after being struck by a vehicle outside a local school.
  The accident happened in the 900 block of South Marlyn Ave. at 3:30 p.m., when the student was across the street from Sandalwood Elementary School in Essex.
  The girl was taken to an area hospital, where police say she has been pronounced dead..
  The Baltimore County Police Department says their investigation found that the girl was standing on the sidewalk to one side of
  
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• 7-Year-Old Dead After Being Struck By Vehicle Outside Essex School

  18-10-2018 22:33
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police say a 7-year-old girl is dead after being struck by a white work van outside a local school.
  The accident happened in the 900 block of South Marlyn Ave. at 3:30 p.m., when the student was across the street from Sandalwood Elementary School in Essex.
  When the first officer arrived on the scene, they immediately began CPR, and was rushed to Franklin Square Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
  The drive remained at the scene, officials say.
  Th
  
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• No More Heinz Ketchup At Ravens Game At M&T Bank Stadium

  18-10-2018 22:24
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — If you’re a lover of Heinz ketchup, you may have to bring your own to the next Ravens game.
  Starting this Sunday, Oct. 21, Heinz ketchup will no longer be a condiment at the stadium.
  Since McCormick & Co. is a partner of the Ravens, their products will be on hand instead — like Frank’s RedHot Sauce and French’s ketchup and mustard.
  Stubb’s Bar-B-Que sauce will also be available soon.
  “This partnership is such a natural fit as it bri
  
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• PHOTOS: Home Where Salem Witch Trials Victim John Proctor Lived Up For Sale

  18-10-2018 22:19
  (CBS Local) — A house where a victim of the Salem witch trials once lived is on the market for $600,000 just in time for Halloween.
  The outside of the Proctor house. (Photo credit: J Barrett & Company)
  The nearly 4,000-square-foot (371-square-meter) home built in 1638 was once the home of John Proctor, who was convicted of witchcraft and hanged in 1692. The six-bedroom, two-bathroom home is in Peabody, which at the time was part of Salem.
  The Proctor house kitchen (Photo credit: J Barr
  
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• New Study Found ‘Heat Islands’ You Need To Avoid In Baltimore

  18-10-2018 22:16
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Back on August 29, at 3 p.m., 30 volunteers set out in their cars equipped with special thermometers connected to laptop computers.
  “They’re going to be driving around the city and mapping temperatures throughout all of Baltimore,” said NOAA researcher David Herring.
  Want To Beat The Heat? New Study Will Find ‘Heat Islands’ You Need To Avoid
  In the heat island survey, parts of east Baltimore hit 103 degrees, while at Leakin Park, it was
  
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• 22,000 Baby Carriers Sold At Target Recalled Because Buckles Can Break

  18-10-2018 22:12
  PITTSBURGH (CBS Pittsburgh) – A recall has been issued for an infant carrier sold exclusively at Target.
  According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Eddie Bauer fabric infant carriers are being recalled because the buckles can break, which could lead to a child falling.
  Roughly 22,000 units are included in the recall.
  (Photo Courtesy: CPSC)
  So far, eight incidents of broken buckles have been reported, but none have resulted in an injury.
  They were sold at Target stores nationwide
  
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• Thursday Brings More Crime In Baltimore City, More Help On The Way

  18-10-2018 21:57
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It was another deadly afternoon for a week filled with violence in Baltimore, with a fatal shooting and a body found near railroad tracks near Woodberry.
  Police Investigating Dead Body Found On Railroad Tracks
  Police are investigating a fatal shooting Thursday afternoon in Edmonson Village.
  At around 12:20 p.m., officers were on patrol when they heard gunshots coming from the 4100 block of Cranston Avenue.
  Shortly after, officers found a man with gunshot wounds
  
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• Thursday Brings More Crime In Baltimore City, Fatal Shooting And Body Found

  18-10-2018 21:57
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It was another deadly afternoon for a week filled with violence in Baltimore, with a fatal shooting and a body found near railroad tracks near Woodberry.
  Police Investigating Dead Body Found On Railroad Tracks
  Police are investigating a fatal shooting Thursday afternoon in Edmonson Village.
  At around 12:20 p.m., officers were on patrol when they heard gunshots coming from the 4100 block of Cranston Avenue.
  Shortly after, officers found a man with gunshot wounds
  
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• Police Investigating Fatal Afternoon Shooting

  18-10-2018 21:57
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police are investigating a fatal shooting Thursday afternoon.
  At around 12:20 p.m., officers were on patrol when they heard gunshots coming from the 4100 block of Cranston Avenue.
  Shortly after, officers found a man with gunshot wounds to his body.
  He was taken to an area hospital where he died from his injuries.
  Homicide detectives are investigating this incident. Anyone with information is asked to call 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup. You can also
  
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• Doctor Indicted For Impersonating Dead Mom To Get Retirement Benefits

  18-10-2018 21:57
  GREENBELT, Md. (WJZ) — A Silver Spring woman has been indicted for allegedly obtaining over half a million dollars of her dead mother’s retirement benefits since 2005.
  According to an indictment that was unsealed on Friday, Crystal McGinty, 58, is being charged with mail fraud, theft of government property, and aggravated identity theft, related to a scheme to gain over $517,000 of her dead mother’s social security and retirement benefits.
  According to the indictment, McGinty&r
  
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• Wednesday Shooting Victim Identified, Dies From Injuries

  18-10-2018 21:54
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — One of the shooting victims from a series of shootings Wednesday afternoon has died, police say.
  At around 12:17 p.m., Citywide Shooting detectives responded to the 2600 block of Saint Benedict Street to investigate the report of a shooting.
  The 26-year-old man suffered gunshot wound and was taken to University of Maryland shock trauma for treatment.
  2 Shootings Bring Wednesday Total To 5 Shot, 1 Fatal
  Homicide detectives were told by hospital staff that the victim succum
  
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• Police Investigating Teen’s Body Found On Railroad Tracks

  18-10-2018 21:45
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police suspect foul play after finding a body of a teenager on railroad tracks Thursday morning.
  Officers were called to the railroad tracks by Towanda Avenue and Oswego Avenue near Druid Hill, to investigate the discovery of a dead body at around 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning.
  Homicide detectives took control of the investigation, and detectives suspect foul play. They are waiting for results of an autopsy.
  Anyone with information is urged to contact the Baltimore Police De
  
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• Police Investigating Dead Body Found On Railroad Tracks

  18-10-2018 21:45
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police suspect foul play after finding a body on railroad tracks Thursday morning.
  Officers were called to the railroad tracks by Towanda Avenue and Oswego Avenue near Druid Hill, to investigate the discovery of a dead body at around 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning.
  Homicide detectives took control of the investigation, and detectives suspect foul play. They are waiting for results of an autopsy.
  Anyone with information is urged to contact the Baltimore Police Department&rsquo
  
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• Passerby Sits With Charter Bus Crash Victim In His Last Moments

  18-10-2018 21:36
  BALTIMORE CO., Md. (WJZ) — Authorities have identified the 19-year-old killed in a crash involving a charter bus in Baltimore County Wednesday morning.
  The crash involved a charter bus and an Infiniti, and it happened just after 10:45 a.m., at Brick Store Rd. and Falls Rd.
  The 19-year-old driver of the Infiniti, identified as Joel William Drawbaugh, was pronounced dead following the crash.
  Drawbaugh was a 2017 graduate of Hereford High School.
  Police say three charter buses
  
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• Didn’t Register To Vote In Maryland? You Still Have Time.

  18-10-2018 21:29
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — If you missed the online voter registration deadline for Maryland, which was Tuesday, Oct. 16, you can still register to vote.
  According to the state’s board of elections, you can still register to vote at early voting.
  Early voting in Maryland starts on Thursday, Oct. 25 and runs through Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  LOCATIONS: 2018 Early Voting Centers In Maryland
  To see if you’re registered to vote, click here.
  If you’re looking for your polling
  
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• Bi “Killer Bee” Nguyen On Her ‘Survivor’ Experience: ‘If I Came Back I Think That I Could Win’

  18-10-2018 21:00
  Bi Nguyen aka Killer Bee was one of two Survivor players to leave the island this week. Nguyen, an MMA fighter by trade, suffered an MCL sprain during the game and decided to withdraw from the competition in order to protect her body from further damage.
  CBS Local’s Matt Weiss spoke to Nguyen about her knee injury, her time on the island and being a positive representative for the MMA community.
  MW- Hello Killer Bee, how are you doing?
  BN- Hey Matt, I’m good how are you?
  MW
  
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• 1 Firefighter, Injured Resident Remained Hospitalized After Gas Explosion

  18-10-2018 20:50
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — One injured firefighter remains hospitalized as well as an injured resident after a gas explosion and fire at a Baltimore apartment complex.
  According to the city fire department, six out of the seven firefighters injured were released.
  7 Firefighters, 3 Residents Injured In Gas Explosion At Baltimore Apartment
  The resident injured in the fire is still in critical condition.
  injured Firefighters from Bowleys Lane ,out of the six that were transported to Bayview Burn Cente
  
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• Coppin State Univ. Professor Discovers New Work By Moby Dick Author

  18-10-2018 20:22
  BALTIMORE, Md. (WJZ) —  A professor from Coppin State University believes that he has discovered a new work by famed Moby Dick author, Herman Melville.
  Dr. Roger Stritmatter, a humanities professor that teaches composition, believes that the work is a communication thought to be written by Melville to his terminally ill brother, Gansevoort.
  After nearly 10 years of research, Strittmatter says that all of the evidence shows “forensic, literary, biographical and linguistic”
  
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• WATCH: Mom Whips Son With Belt After He Stole Her BMW

  18-10-2018 20:20
  EL PASO, Texas (CBS Local) — A Texas mom chased her 14-year-old son down and whipped him with a belt last week after he apparently took her new BMW for a joyride.
  In a series of now-viral tweets posted Friday, Liza Campero of El Paso detailed what happened with her brother, Aaron Campero.
  It apparently began when Aaron disconnected the WiFi in his home to disable his mother’s access to security cameras while she was at work.
  Aaron then called his mother, Liza Martinez, at work to tel
  
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• ‘Survivor’ Player Natalia Azoqa: ‘Bring Me Back’

  18-10-2018 20:00
  Another Survivor Tribal Council has came and went and this time it was Natalia Azoqa’s flame getting extinguished. Azoqa seemed to be coasting along in the game until the David and Goliath tribes were broken down into the smaller Jabeni, Tiva and Vuku tribes. Separated from her original tribe, things quickly went south for the industrial engineer from Irvine, California.
  CBS Local’s Matt Weiss spoke to Azoqa about being voted out, what she felt went wrong on the island and delivering
  
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• House Ordered From Sears Catalog In 1920s Now ‘Haunted,’ Many Believe

  18-10-2018 19:50
  ESTANCIA, N.M. (CBS Local) — An abandoned house in a small town southeast of Albuquerque, New Mexico, attracts people from across the region.
  Many think it’s haunted.
  “If you drive by, sometimes you can see ghosts standing in the window,” Raul Zubia told KRQE.
  “It’s kind of a ghost house,” Michelle Jones said. “People love it for this time of year, for Halloween.”
  The now doorless house is fenced off from public on Highway 55 in Estancia.
  Est
  
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• Job Growth Is Found To Be No Cure For A Community’s Poverty

  18-10-2018 19:40
  BALTIMORE (AP) — A healthy dose of job growth has long been seen as a likely cure for poverty. But new research suggests that poor Americans are frequently left behind even when their cities or communities benefit from hiring booms.
  When such cities as Atlanta and Charlotte enjoyed a job surge in the 20 years that began in 1990, for example, the job gains mostly bypassed residents — often African-American — who had been born into poverty.
  That is among the findings of a study l
  
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• Report: G-League To Offer 125K To Elite Prospects As Alternative To College

  18-10-2018 19:16
  Ryan Mayer
  The “one-and-done” rule has been a hot topic of conversation in basketball over the past several years.
  There is even more scrutiny being placed on it as the fraud trial involving several NCAA schools, coaches and shoe companies has played out over the past several weeks. That FBI investigation and ongoing trial got the attention of NBA commissioner Adam Silver, who said earlier this year that the league was considering its options in altering the rule.
  Today, a report fro
  
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• Bob Newhart Returns On A New Episode Of ‘The Big Bang Theory’

  18-10-2018 18:46
  Bob Newhart returns on an all-new episode of The Big Bang Theory called “The Planetarium Collision.” When Amy doesn’t have time to work on super-asymmetry, Sheldon goes to great lengths to ensure she’s available to work with him even it if means accidentally sabotaging her career in the process. As a result the couple has their first fight and Newhart appears to counsel Sheldon on how to move forward.
  “I’m kind of Obi-Wan – whatever that means,” sa
  
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• John Schriffen: There Is Legitimately Nothing Like Army-Navy

  18-10-2018 18:44
  Ryan Mayer
  The annual Army-Navy football game is one of college football’s greatest traditions, stretching back to the late 1800’s. In recent years, following the trend of the rest of the college football world, the teams have put together specialized jerseys for their annual meeting. This year is no different. Yesterday, the Midshipmen released their threads for December’s game, and they are, in a word, fire.
  ARMY-NAVY UNIFORM RELEASE
  Check out ourBill the Goat themed @UnderAr
  
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• Mega Millions $970 Million Jackpot Becomes Largest In History

  18-10-2018 18:37
  BALTIMORE, Md. (WJZ) — After no winners on Tuesday, the estimated jackpot for the October 19 Mega Millions drawing has been raised to $970 million, becoming the largest jackpot in Mega Millions History.
  The jackpot is now also the second-largest prize in lottery history, second only to the $1.586 billion Powerball jackpot in January 2016.
  Mega Millions Jackpot Jumps To Record $667 Million
  The Mega Millions jackpot has been growing higher and higher since it was last won on July 24, 2018, w
  
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• Baltimore's last weekend without a shooting was the weekend Freddie Gray was arrested - Baltimore Sun

  18-10-2018 18:36 via baltimoresun.com
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  Baltimore's last weekend without a shooting was the weekend Freddie Gray was arrested
  Baltimore Sun
  New York City recently had its first weekend without a shooting in 25 years. The last time Baltimore went shooting-free from Friday through Sunday was in April 2015 — the same weekend Freddie Gray was arrested. Spurts of violence and high homicide ...and more »
  
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• 73rd Tony Awards To Be Broadcast Live From Radio City Music Hall

  18-10-2018 18:04
  The 73rd Annual Tony Awards will be broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Sunday, June 9, 2019  from 8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT, only on CBS. The Tony Awards honor theater professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway and has been broadcast on CBS since 1978.
  The nominations for the 2019 TONY Awards will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Ricky Kirshner and Glenn Weiss of White Cherry Entertainment will return as executive producers. Weiss will
  
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• Maryland Couple Found Dead In Apparent Murder-Suicide

  18-10-2018 18:00
  SHARPSBURG, Md. (WJZ) — A husband and wife were found dead Wednesday in Washington County in what police say appears to be a murder-suicide.
  The two were discovered dead in their home on Harpers Ferry Rd. by a family member. Police arrived later at 5:13 p.m.
  Both the husband and wife appeared to have wounds to their heads consistent with gunshots.
  The cause of death will be determined by the Office of the Medical Examiner following an autopsy.
  The investigation into the incident is current
  
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• WWE’s Charlotte Flair Ready To Be ‘Last Woman Standing’

  18-10-2018 17:52
  By Chuck Carroll
  For all of us, life is a series of firsts. Whether it be our first steps, our first words, first kiss, or first job, we all have them. It just seems that the women in WWE have more of them.
  For the female Superstars in the locker room, breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings has become the norm. But there is no complacency with these norms. There is no numbness to what continues to unfold in the ring. Nobody is dismissively saying, “Oh, that’s nice.”
  No
  
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• Charlotte Flair On ‘Last Woman Standing; WWE’s Saudi Arabia Issues

  18-10-2018 17:52
  By Chuck Carroll
  For all of us, life is a series of firsts. Whether it be our first steps, our first words, first kiss, or first job, we all have them. It just seems that the women in WWE have more of them.
  For the female Superstars in the locker room, breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings has become the norm. But there is no complacency with these norms. There is no numbness to what continues to unfold in the ring. Nobody is dismissively saying, “Oh, that’s nice.”
  No
  
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• Man Rescued From Atop 40-Foot Fuel Tank

  18-10-2018 17:44
  HARFORD CO., Md. (WJZ) — Authorities in Harford County were able to rescue a man from atop a 40-foot fuel tank.
  Harford County Fire and EMS responded to the scene at 11 a.m., after someone needed to be rescued at the Perryman Generating Facility in Perryman.
  A Maryland State Police helicopter assisted with the rescue.
  Crews were able to rescue the man, who was taken to a local hospital.
  Fire officials say this is not an industrial accident.
  10/18, 11am: fire/EMS and county techni
  
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• Pillsbury Introducing ‘Buddy The Elf’ Sugar Cookies For Holiday Season

  18-10-2018 17:28
  (CBS Local)— It’s never too early to get in the holiday spirit. Or at least that’s what Buddy The Elf would say.
  Pillsbury is introducing a Buddy The Elf sugar cookie this holiday season.
  Each cookie is emblazoned with Buddy’s iconic green and yellow hat from the movie “Elf.”
  The cookies aren’t available just yet but keep an eye out as the holidays draw closer.
  With 24 cookies in a package, that’s more than enough to cram the VCR full.
  
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• Officer Deemed Justified In Fatal Shooting Of Barricaded Man

  18-10-2018 17:19
  SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Prosecutors have concluded that a Maryland police officer was justified in fatally shooting a man who barricaded himself and his 3-year-old son inside his ex-girlfriend’s townhouse and began lighting fires.
  Howard County State’s Attorney Dario Broccolino’s office reviewed the July 23 shooting of Jean Carlos Natera-Perez before determining Montgomery County Police Officer Edward Cochran’s actions were justified.
  Police announced prosecutors&
  
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• TSA To Open Temporary Pre-Check Center In White Marsh

  18-10-2018 17:01
  BALTIMORE, Md. (WJZ) — Transportation Security Administration officials will open a temporary TSA pre-check application center at the Keller Williams Gateway in White Marsh.
  The “pop-up” enrollment center will be open from November 5-8, and will be in an RV that is designed to help people apply for TSA pre-check.
  This will allow U.S. citizens and permanent residents to sign up for the pre-check program that lets travelers leave on their shoes, light outerwear, and bel
  
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• Woman Seen Abandoning 2-Year-Old On Stranger’s Doorstep In Texas

  18-10-2018 16:49
  SPRING, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Authorities in the Houston area say a two-year-old boy was abandoned at a stranger’s doorstep by a woman who ran from the scene. Hours later, authorities said the child’s father has been found, and they will provide more updates.
  Authorities say deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home in Spring, Texas Wednesday evening. The 911 caller said she heard a knock on her door, and when she answered it, she found
  
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• Bullets Fall Out Of Florida Man’s Amazon Package

  18-10-2018 16:44
  MELBOURNE, Fla. (CBS Local) — A Florida man recently ordered some supplies on Amazon and got a big surprise when the package arrived at his home.
  Kurt Mullins, an actor based in Melbourne, went on Amazon to find a video production green screen and some supplies for his career.
  “I initially took the green screen out of the box, and I felt something else rattling around,” Mullins told News 13. “The box was damaged and had a lot of excess tape on it.”
  What was inside s
  
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• Jealous Says Calls To Lobbyist Convicted Of Fraud An ‘Error’

  18-10-2018 16:32
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Ben Jealous says it was an “error” when he requested a meeting about support for his campaign for governor with a Maryland lobbyist who was convicted of mail fraud 18 years ago.
  Jealous, a Democrat, was asked about several calls he made to lobbyist Gerry Evans, as Jealous rolled out an ethics reform plan Wednesday. At a news conference, Jealous said he would not meet with lobbyists convicted of fraud or corruption charges.
  Evans released audio of one voicemail
  
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• 5 Firefighters, Injured Resident Remained Hospitalized After Gas Explosion

  18-10-2018 16:15
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Five injured firefighters remain hospitalized as well as an injured resident after a gas explosion and fire at a Baltimore apartment complex.
  According to the city fire department, two of the firefighters taken to the Bayview Burn Center were released, but four others remain for observation.
  7 Firefighters, 3 Residents Injured In Gas Explosion At Baltimore Apartment
  The firefighter at Shock Trauma also continues to be observed.
  The resident injured in the fire is still in
  
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• Dogs Rescued From Dog Meat Farm Available For Adoption

  18-10-2018 14:50
  HAGERSTOWN, Md. (WJZ) — Eight dogs rescued from a South Korean dog meat farm were brought to the Humane Society of Washington County (HSWC.) The dogs include an adult Terrier mix, an adult Lhasa Apso mix, and six five-month-old Jindo mix puppies. They were reportedly rescued by Humane Society International.
  Several of the dogs were made available for adoption Thursday. Others will be available later in the week after they are spayed and neutered. The HSWC said all the dogs are spayed
  
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• Bracing For The Midterms, Facebook Builds A ‘War Room’

  18-10-2018 14:30
  (CNN) — Facebook has set up a “war room” at its California headquarters as part of its plans to avoid a repeat of the 2016 election, when misinformation was rampant on the platform.
  The room is designed to bring leaders from the company’s policy, legal, and security teams together as political campaigning ramps up in the final weeks before November’s midterm elections.
  The company has been under intense scrutiny from Congress, federal investigators, and the media, a
  
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• Residents Say Overnight Purple Line Tunneling Disrupts Sleep

  18-10-2018 13:58
  SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Maryland Transit Administration officials say they will not prohibit overnight excavation for the Purple Line, despite complaints from residents.
  The Washington Post reports around 30 Montgomery County residents attended a public meeting Tuesday, asking for a stop to the overnight work they say is disrupting their sleep. The MTA’s Mike Madden expressed sympathy, but said the 24-hour construction is necessary to stay on schedule.
  In a 2016 memorandum of under
  
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• Most Burger Chains Fail On Annual Antibiotics Report Card

  18-10-2018 12:40
  (CNN) — Twenty-five of the top US burger chains were graded on their antibiotic policies in a collaborative report released Wednesday. Only two chains received As, Shake Shack and BurgerFi; the other 23 got a D minus or F.
  “It’s really exciting to hone in on beef because we know that Americans love burgers. It’s one of the most favorite foods in our country, and taking a closer look at what is and isn’t happening when it comes to respon
  
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• Michelle Obama And The Clintons Are Touring Music Venues. Talk Is No Longer Cheap

  18-10-2018 12:22
  (CNN) — The political book tour is going rock star-level big, and you don’t even need a book to go on one.
  A week after the election, Michelle Obama is kicking off her “Becoming” tour. Five days later, Bill and Hillary Clinton begin their “An Evening With” tour. Both are billed as “conversations” (Obama’s as “intimate”), and both are produced by Live Nation.
  Obama’s tour, promoting her forthcoming memoir, has stops at venues
  
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• Md. Police Officer Accused Of Raping Woman At Traffic Stop Remains Behind Bars Until Bail Review

  18-10-2018 04:11
  PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (WJZ) — A Prince George’s County officer charged with rape after pulling a woman over will stay behind bars for now.
  Officer Ryan Macklin made his first court appearance Wednesday.
  Md. Police Officer Accused Of Raping Woman During Traffic Stop
  His bail review was postponed until next Friday. He will remain behind bars until then.
  The 6-year-veteran is accused of pulling a woman over on her way to work early Thursday morning, getting into the car and
  
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