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• Snow Totaling More Than 8 Inches In Parts Of Maryland, While Snow Continues To Fall

  13-01-2019 23:30
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It’s early, but some parts of Maryland already had more than a half a foot of snow.
  WJZ’s Meg McNamara said that parts of Montgomery County saw more than 8 inches of snow. Calvert, Anne Arundel, Frederick, Howard and Carroll counties already have more than 6 inches of snow.
  We will continue to add to these tonight but here's a look at some of the latest #snow totals! #WJZ #MDWX #Baltimore pic.twitter.com/Sn3qErsszk
  — Meg McNamara (@MegWJZ) January 13, 20
  
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• Maryland Seafood Business Saves Rare Lobster Received

  13-01-2019 23:14
  SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — A seafood distributor wants an extremely rare lobster with a speckled orange and black shell to be viewed by many, rather than enjoyed by just one on a plate.
  Ocean City Seafood of Silver Spring, Maryland, was unloading a shipment from Maine last month when the owner found the rare “calico” lobster. Lobsters usually have dark blue or greenish-brown shells.
  The University of Maine’s Lobster Institute says calico lobsters occur about once in every
  
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• 30-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot In Chest In Baltimore

  13-01-2019 23:02
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 30-year-old man was fatally shot in Baltimore Sunday afternoon.
  Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 400 block of Curley Street around 3:22 p.m.
  There they would find  a 30-year-old man unresponsive. He had been shot in the chest.
  The victim was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.
  Man Fatally Stabbed In Neck, Another Man Fatally Shot In The Head While Shoveling Snow
  This is the second shooting and third fatally reported in Baltimo
  
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• Two killed on snowy Baltimore morning, one while outside shoveling, and a third in the afternoon - Baltimore Sun

  13-01-2019 22:45 via baltimoresun.com
  Two killed on snowy Baltimore morning, one while outside shoveling, and a third in the afternoon  Baltimore SunTwo men were killed in separate incidents as snow fell in Baltimore early Sunday morning, one while he was outside shoveling, according to Baltimore police, ...
  
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• School Closings And Delays Announced For Monday

  13-01-2019 22:41
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Schools are in the midst of deciding whether they will delay their opening or close for Monday. WJZ will report the closings or delays as they are announced by each district.
  FULL LIST: Closings & Delays
  Closed Monday:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsBaltimore City Public SchoolsBaltimore County Public SchoolsCaroline County Public SchoolsCalvert County Public SchoolsCharles County Public SchoolsDorchester County Public SchoolsHoward County Public SchoolsKent County
  
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• Family-run Cohen's Clothiers to close after 115 years in Baltimore region - Baltimore Sun

  13-01-2019 22:20 via baltimoresun.com
  Family-run Cohen's Clothiers to close after 115 years in Baltimore region  Baltimore SunAfter 115 years in the retail business in Baltimore and Cockeysville, the family-run Cohen's Clothiers — which specializes in the preppy attire popular across this ...
  
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• #BeOnWJZ: Snow Pictures From Around Maryland

  13-01-2019 21:51
  It’s the first snowfall of 2019 and we’re loving all these pictures showing how everyone is enjoying the weather.
  From puppies and babies to even horses having fun, here’s a look at the photos and videos you sent us!
  Be sure to send us your fun snow pictures and videos, using #BeOnWJZ
  Follow @WJZ on Twitter and like WJZ-TV | CBS Baltimore on Facebook
  
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• Cohen’s Clothiers Closing After 115 Years In Business

  13-01-2019 21:33
  COCKEYSVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — Cohen’s Clothiers, a popular preppy Maryland clothing store, is closing after 115 years in business.
  The store owner Gilbert Cohen posted the announcement on its Facebook page Saturday.
  Dear Friends:
  This business, which my grandfather Max Cohen first opened in 1904, has been a source of pleasure and pride to me and my family over the years.
  Like all businesses, we’ve had to evolve, from our beginnings as a pushcart in West Virginia and later Baltimore
  
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• Snow Totaling More Than 6 Inches In Parts Of Maryland, While Snow Continues To Fall

  13-01-2019 21:11
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It’s early, but some parts of Maryland already had more than a half a foot of snow.
  WJZ Meteorologist Tim Williams said that parts of Montgomery, Calvert, Howard and Carroll counties already have more than 6 inches of snow.
  Anne Arundel and Allegany counties already have 6 inches.
  Frederick, Washington, Baltimore and Howard counties have 5.3 inches or below.
  Early snow totals show more than a half foot of snow across many counties in our viewing area. Storm is windi
  
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• Video: ‘Snurlough’ Brings Snowball Fight To National Mall Despite Government Shutdown

  13-01-2019 20:58
  WASHINGTON, D.C. (WJZ) — The government shutdown didn’t stop revelers from gathering on the National Mall in Washington D.C. Sunday afternoon for a snowball fight.
  The ‘snurlough’ is what some Maryland and DC residents are calling this winter storm in the midst of many federal government employees being furloughed or working without pay.WUSA9, a DC CBS-affiliate, captured the fight on the mall.
  You could see dozens of people playing in the snow along the mall.
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• Man Fatally Stabbed In Neck, Another Man Fatally Shot In The Head While Shoveling Snow

  13-01-2019 20:46
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Snow did not deter crime in Baltimore overnight.
  City police are investigating a stabbing and a shooting early morning Sunday.
  Liquor Store Employee Shoots Suspect During Armed Robbery
  Around 12:38 a.m., officers responded to the 400 block of Druid Hill for a reported stabbing.
  There they found a 20-year-old man unresponsive with a stab wound to the neck.
  The victim was transported to an area hospital where he later died.
  Then around 4:40 a.m., officers responded to the 1
  
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• Road Crews Clear Maryland Roadways, But Refreezing A Concern

  13-01-2019 20:18
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — State road crews have kept Maryland main roadways clear as snow fell overnight across the state.
  Despiite the clear roadways, state officials have asked that motorists stay off the road unless they must drive somewhere.
  Cleanup Underway As Maryland Sees Its First Snow In 2019
  John Schofield, with MDSHA, reminded drivers to clear off their cars before heading onto roadways.
  There were a couple of fender benders and people sliding off of the road, but nothing as serious as
  
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• Winter Storm Warning Extended To Midnight

  13-01-2019 17:26
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A Winter Storm Warning that was issued Saturday for most of Maryland was extended to midnight Monday.
  WJZ’s Weather Team continues to track the snow as it moves through the Baltimore region.
  Baltimore is expected to get anywhere from 4-6 inches — 3-5 inches for northern counties and 5-8 inches for Central Maryland. Other parts of Maryland could see up to a foot.
  Road conditions could be difficult as snow-covered roads become slippery for drivers. If you don&rs
  
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• Snowy Sunday Ahead As Maryland Sees Its First Snow In 2019

  13-01-2019 17:10
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Snow has been falling at a steady pace across Baltimore.
  And for everyone who needs to travel, the Maryland State Highway Administration has you covered with more than 2,500 crews spread out across the state treating roads.It’s a Sunday snow day in Baltimore that has people even pups out and about.
  The city waking up to frigid temperatures with piles of snow.
  “Cleared off my steps, cleared off the pathway, wanted to get my car cleared,” Gary Thompso
  
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• Cleanup Underway As Maryland Sees Its First Snow In 2019

  13-01-2019 17:10
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Snow has been falling at a steady pace across Baltimore.
  And for everyone who needs to travel, the Maryland State Highway Administration has you covered with more than 2,500 crews spread out across the state treating roads.It’s a Sunday snow day in Baltimore that has people even pups out and about.
  The city waking up to frigid temperatures with piles of snow.
  Road Crews Clear Maryland Roadways, But Refreezing A Concern
  “Cleared off my steps, cleared off the pa
  
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• Snow forces attractions to close in Baltimore area - Baltimore Sun

  13-01-2019 16:15 via baltimoresun.com
  Snow forces attractions to close in Baltimore area  Baltimore SunLooking for something to do on the first snow day of the season in Baltimore? You might want to check first to see if the doors are open at your destination, ...
  
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• Shots Fired At Police After Attempted Traffic Stop In Dorchester

  13-01-2019 13:26
  FINCHVILLE, Md. (WJZ) –– Maryland State Police are searching for a vehicle and its driver after shots were fired at police officers during a traffic stop in Dorchester County Friday.
  Police said the suspect vehicle is a tan/gold 2002 Oldsmobile Alero with Delaware tags and plate number: 186063.
  State and local authorities are actively searching for the vehicle and driver.
  Just after midnight on Jan. 11, troopers from the Easton Barrack tried to stop a car for speeding violations
  
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• Up To $10K Reward Offered For Info On MoCo Bank Robbery

  13-01-2019 04:53
  GAITHERSBURG, Md. (WJZ) — Montgomery County Detectives are offering a reward for information that leads to the arrest of a bank robbery suspect in Gaithersburg.
  Officers were called to the Suntrust Bank inside of a Safeway on Darnestown Rd. for a reported bank robbery.
  An investigation showed that a man went into the bank and handed the teller a note demanding money.
  The suspect was wearing dark pants, and oversized green, hooded sweatshirt, white mask, dark sunglasses, and was wearing a p
  
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• TIMELINE: Snow Arrives In Maryland, Expected To Taper Off Sunday Evening

  13-01-2019 04:30
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — We’re currently in the dead of winter, so it shouldn’t be too much of a shock that snow is in Maryland.
  WJZ’s Weather Team is tracking the system covering the area this weekend.
  Tracking Snow: 4-6 Inches Expected In Baltimore
  A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for most of Maryland until 6 p.m. Sunday.
  Here's a look at the updated snowfall totals expected through Sunday afternoon! #Baltimore now expecting four to six inches. Updates on https://t.co/OuP3z
  
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• Liquor Store Employee Shoots Suspect During Armed Robbery

  13-01-2019 03:47
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A liquor store employee shot a suspect during an armed robbery in Baltimore Saturday.
  Around 7:29 p.m., officers from Baltimore’s Southeast District responded to the 2300 block of Fleet Street for a report of a shooting.
  An employee told officers that an unidentified male suspect entered House of Spirits armed with a gun and announced a robbery.
  The store employee, who was also armed, shot the suspect.
  The suspect fled to the 500 block of Collington Avenue where he
  
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• Missy Elliott Is The First Female Hip-Hop Artist To Be Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame

  13-01-2019 02:42
  (CNN) — Missy Elliott is officially the hottest ’round.
  The “Get Ur Freak On” artist made history Saturday, becoming the first female hip-hop artist to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
  The official announcement was made on “CBS This Morning,” which featured Hall of Fame Chairman Nile Rodgers. Elliott is also the third rapper to be inducted.
  “It’s amazing. To me, it’s important to have equality. I’ve written with a lot of w
  
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• Man Found Dead Following Friday Night Shooting In Windsor Mill

  13-01-2019 02:41
  WINDSOR MILL, Md. (WJZ) — Baltimore County Police are investigating after a man was found dead Friday night.
  Officers responded to the 7200 block of Bogley Rd. at 9 p.m. for reports of shots fired.
  There, officers found a man dead at the scene.
  #BCoPD investigating a homicide in the 7200 block of Bogley Road in Windsor Mill (PC2). Police responsed at 9 p.m. to reports of shots fired and discovered one male victim deceased. No further details available at this time. ^AB
  — Baltimore Co
  
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• Anne Arundel County Boat Fire Under Investigation

  13-01-2019 02:22
  EDGEWATER, Md. (WJZ) — Fire officials looking for information on a boat fire Friday afternoon in Edgewater.
  Firefighters responded to the Holiday Hill Marina on Calawasse Rd. and found a 35-40 foot boat tied to the pier and engulfed in flames.
  It took 30 minutes for 45 firefighters to contain the fire.
  The 67-year-old owner of the boat was taken to Anne Arundel Medical Center in good condition with a non-related medical emergency.
  The owner, who lived on the boat, was displaced by the
  
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• Police Looking For ‘Armed & Dangerous’ Man After Wife Was Found Dead

  13-01-2019 01:35
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) —  Homicide Detectives are looking for a man they said is a person of interest after his wife was found dead Friday night.
  Officers found a 39-year-old woman, unresponsive, with multiple stab wounds to her body Friday evening.
  The woman pronounced dead at the scene
  Woman Killed In SE Baltimore Stabbing
  Police originally thought 39-year-old Amit Kumar escaped to New York or the Syracuse area but have reported that 39-year-old Amit Kumar was last seen in the DC area
  
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• Maryland Braces For The First Snow Of 2019

  13-01-2019 00:58
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) —For an entire day, crews treated Maryland roads for the first snowfall of the year, in a winter that, so far has been light on it.
  Snow had already coated the roads in Deep Creek Saturday night.
  “It’s winter, what do you expect?” said one resident. “I mean, it’s supposed to snow.”
  In the Baltimore area, trucks were loading up with salt.
  “We have infrared weather stations now that can tell what the pavement conditions are like with
  
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• Delta Flight Turns Around After Mechanical Issue At BWI

  13-01-2019 00:30
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Delta Air Lines says a plane had to return to Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport because of a mechanical issue shortly after takeoff.
  Delta said Flight 2033 bound for Atlanta with 145 passengers landed early Saturday morning at BWI without incident.
  The airline said in a statement that customers were being added to alternative flights in response to the delay.
  The airline didn’t provide additional information about the mechanical issue on th
  
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• Maryland Shelter Takes In German Shepherds Rescued From Hoarder

  13-01-2019 00:16
  MT. AIRY, Md. (WJZ) — Hundreds of German Shepherds have been rescued from a hoarder in Georgia, and a lot of them were sent to a Mount Airy Rescue Center that could use help with funding to take care of them
  The shepherds were living in deplorable conditions, some of them were covered in their own feces.
  Video from the Atlanta Humane Society shows hundreds of abused German Shepherds found at an illegal breeding operation in Georgia.
  “Unbelievable,” said Mid-Atlantic German
  
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• Maryland Shelter Rescues German Shepherds Living In Deplorable Conditions, Covered In Feces

  13-01-2019 00:16
  MT. AIRY, Md. (WJZ) — Hundreds of German Shepherds were rescued from a hoarder in Georgia, and a lot of them were sent to a Mount Airy Rescue Center that could use help with funding to take care of them.
  The shepherds were living in deplorable conditions, some of them were covered in their own feces.
  Video from the Atlanta Humane Society shows hundreds of abused German Shepherds found at an illegal breeding operation in Georgia.
  “Unbelievable,” said Mid-Atlantic German She
  
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