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• ‘Baby Shark’ Is Being Turned Into A Cereal, Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo

  27-07-2019 23:53
  (CNN) — Parents who thought they’d heard the last of toddler anthem “Baby Shark” are out of luck.
  “Baby Shark” will soon be swimming in bowls of milk as kids sing along to the popular song’s “doo doo doo doo doo doo.”
  Kellogg’s announced Friday that it is releasing a cereal in partnership with Pinkfong, the Korean entertainment brand that created the song behind the catchy kids tune.
  The limited edition cereal will include berry-fl
  
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• 17-Year-Old Arrested, Charged After Allegedly Stabbing Father To Death

  27-07-2019 23:48
  BOWIE, Md. (WJZ) — Prince George’s County Homicide detectives arrested 17-year-old Barba Koroma of Bowie for allegedly murdering his 62-year-old father on Friday.
  Police say they responded to the area of Allen Pond Park in the 3300 block of Northview Drive around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday for the report of a domestic situation involving a vehicle collision.
  When officers arrived, they discovered an SUV that had crashed into a fence. In a wooded area near to the collision site, the v
  
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• Police Investigating Deadly Afternoon Shooting In South Baltimore

  27-07-2019 23:38
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police are investigating a deadly shooting in south Baltimore.
  Police were called to the 1700 block of McHenry Street around 1:13 p.m. on Saturday for a ShotSpotter alert. When officers arrived, they found a man with gunshot wounds to his body.
  The victim 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
  
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• ‘Today We Stand Unite’ | Mayor Young, Baltimore City Leaders Denounce President Trump’s Tweets

  27-07-2019 23:14
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — President Donald Trump tweeted Saturday morning about Baltimore, while criticizing Rep. Elijah Cummings and his congressional district.
  The tweets from President Trump sparked an instant reaction from City Officials across Baltimore, and lawmakers in the State of Maryland.
  President Donald Trump Critizes Rep. Elijah Cummings, Calls Maryland’s 7th District A ‘Disgusting Rat, Rodent Infested Mess’
  Council President Brandon Scott released a statement,
  
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• Michelle Obama Voices Pride in Baltimore Students After Trump's Racist Rant Against the City - PEOPLE.com

  27-07-2019 22:45 via people.com
  Michelle Obama Voices Pride in Baltimore Students After Trump's Racist Rant Against the City  PEOPLE.comPresident Donald Trump called Baltimore a "very dangerous & filthy place" in a Saturday morning tweet.
  
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• Trump's Racist Attack on Elijah Cummings and Baltimore Puts America in a 'Dangerous & Filthy Place' - Daily Beast

  27-07-2019 22:19 via thedailybeast.com
  Trump's Racist Attack on Elijah Cummings and Baltimore Puts America in a 'Dangerous & Filthy Place'  Daily BeastThe president is no master political strategist, but he has run the political and legal math and is betting—correctly so far—there will be no real consequences for ...
  
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• MDTA Board Approves Public Hearings, Comment Period For New Toll Payment Options

  27-07-2019 22:13
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — With a toll modernization system coming online next year, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Board voted to seek public comment and hold hearings on a package of toll payment options that would provide cost savings for customers.
  The comment period begins Aug. 1, for the new tolling options proposed during the MDTA Board’s monthly meeting.
  Those proposals include:Pay By Plate: This payment method allows tolls to be automatically billed to credit cards
  
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• Baltimore Woman Sentenced To 5 Years In Connection With Retail Theft Conspiracy - CBS Baltimore

  27-07-2019 22:02 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Baltimore Woman Sentenced To 5 Years In Connection With Retail Theft Conspiracy  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 55-year-old Baltimore woman was sentenced Thursday to five years in prison for taking part in a retail theft ring at stores across ...
  
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• Baltimore Woman Sentenced To 5 Years In Connection With Retail Theft Conspiracy

  27-07-2019 22:02
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 55-year-old Baltimore woman was sentenced Thursday to five years in prison for taking part in a retail theft ring at stores across Maryland.
  Lisa Williams was sentenced for her role in the widespread retail theft conspiracy.
  From January 2017 through June 2017, Williams and others engaged in an organized retail theft scheme which targeted retailers of clothing accessories, including Victoria’s Secret and PINK, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Hollister, Sunglass
  
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• Overturned Truck Fire Causes Backup On I-83 Southbound

  27-07-2019 22:00
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — All lanes are open after a mess on I-83 South.
  Saturday afternoon, a truck overturned and caught fire.
  The accident was on the Jones Falls Expressway at exit seven.
  Traffic was backed up for miles.
  WJZ is still working to find out what caused the accident.
  
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• Hey, Elijah. How About Baltimore? - The Chattanoogan

  27-07-2019 21:46 via chattanoogan.com
  Hey, Elijah. How About Baltimore?  The ChattanooganAs President Trump called out Elijah Cumming on his grandstanding at the House hearing on the border crisis here are a few facts. USA Today in February of ...
  
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• Orioles Grab Early Lead, Power Past Angels In 9-3 Win

  27-07-2019 21:44
  ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Asher Wojciechowski was handed an early seven-run lead by his Baltimore teammates. He returned the favor with seven strong innings in a lopsided win.
  Wojciechowski was superb and Renato Núñez and Trey Mancini homered for the Orioles in their 9-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night.
  The right-hander earned his first win with the Orioles against Boston on Sunday and had another quality start against the Angels, two teams with wild-card hop
  
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• 18-Year-Old Killed In Single Vehicle Crash On I-70 In Howard County

  27-07-2019 21:37
  ELLICOTT CITY, Md. (WJZ) — Maryland State Police is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash on I-70 that left an 18-year-old dead on Friday.
  At around 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, troopers received a call for a reported crash at I-70 East, west of Route 40. When troopers arrived, they found a single vehicle which appeared to have struck the guardrail on the left roadside.
  Tyler Michael Gergle, 18, of Ijamsville, was pronounced dead by EMS personnel at the scene of the crash.
  After
  
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• Police Investigating Triple Shooting In Essex - CBS Baltimore

  27-07-2019 19:17 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Police Investigating Triple Shooting In Essex  CBS BaltimoreESSEX, MD. (WJZ) — Baltimore County Police are investigating a triple shooting early Saturday morning that killed two men and left one injured. Police said a ...
  
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• Police Investigating Triple Shooting In Essex

  27-07-2019 19:17
  ESSEX, MD. (WJZ) — Baltimore County Police are investigating a triple shooting early Saturday morning that killed two men and left one injured.
  Police said a call came out just before 12:30 a.m. for a report of a shooting outside in the 1000 block of Foxcroft Lane.
  When police arrived, they found three people shot, two of whom have since died. One person is expected to survive a gunshot wound to the upper body.
  Police are still looking for the suspect, but do not have a description at this
  
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• Trump attacks another African American lawmaker, and calls Baltimore a 'disgusting, rat and rodent infested mess' - CNN

  27-07-2019 19:13 via cnn.com
  Trump attacks another African American lawmaker, and calls Baltimore a 'disgusting, rat and rodent infested mess'  CNNPresident Donald Trump attacked another prominent African American lawmaker on Saturday, tweeting that his Baltimore district is a "disgusting, rat and rodent ...
  
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• Arrests announced in gunpoint robbery of Baltimore deputy police commissioner, wife - Fox News

  27-07-2019 18:04 via foxnews.com
  Arrests announced in gunpoint robbery of Baltimore deputy police commissioner, wife  Fox NewsTwo 16-year-old teens have been charged with robbing a Baltimore Police Department deputy commissioner at gunpoint.
  
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• 2 Killed, Including 15-Year-Old, In Fatal Crash On Crain Highway

  27-07-2019 18:00
  BEL ALTON, Md. (WJZ) — Maryland State Police is continuing an investigation of a two-vehicle crash on Crain Highway that killed two people, including a 15-year-old in Charles County on Saturday morning.
  The crash happened around 7:30 a.m. on Crain Highway near Mount Air Road. The names of those who were killed will be released once next of kin notification is made.
  The preliminary investigation revealed a GMC Yukon reportedly struck the back of a Toyota Corolla hatchback. The front pa
  
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• President Donald Trump Critizes Rep. Elijah Cummings, Calls Maryland’s 7th District A ‘Disgusting Rat, Rodent Infested Mess’

  27-07-2019 17:22
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — President Donald Trump tweeted Saturday morning about Baltimore, while criticizing Rep. Elijah Cummings and his congressional district.
  Trump’s tweets also referenced Cummings’ past comments about conditions at the U.S.-Mexico border.….As proven last week during a Congressional tour, the Border is clean, efficient & well run, just very crowded. Cumming District is a disgusting, rat and rodent infested mess. If he spent more time in Baltimore, maybe
  
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• Attack on Baltimore Police Department lab tech caught on video, advocates ask authorities not to rule out hate - New York Daily News

  27-07-2019 16:02 via nydailynews.com
  Attack on Baltimore Police Department lab tech caught on video, advocates ask authorities not to rule out hate  New York Daily NewsAuthorities in Maryland on Saturday were on the hunt for three suspects captured on surveillance video that shows the group assaulting a Baltimore Police ...
  
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• How do living conditions in Rep. Cummings' Baltimore district compare to those at the border? - Yahoo News

  27-07-2019 15:52 via news.yahoo.com
  How do living conditions in Rep. Cummings' Baltimore district compare to those at the border?  Yahoo NewsRepublican strategist Kimberly Klacik says the conditions in Rep. Elijah Cummings own district are worse than those at the border.
  
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• Baltimore Orioles Morning Rundown: So Many Pitching Moves - Birds Watcher

  27-07-2019 14:18 via birdswatcher.com
  Baltimore Orioles Morning Rundown: So Many Pitching Moves  Birds WatcherThe Baltimore Orioles made a series of pitching moves Friday night and will likely make a few more over the next couple of days.
  
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• Observations from Billy Joel’s historic performance at Camden Yards in Baltimore - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 14:12 via baltimoresun.com
  Observations from Billy Joel’s historic performance at Camden Yards in Baltimore  Baltimore SunBilly Joel, the Piano Man, greeted the thundering Camden Yards crowd with an electric guitar strapped around his neck before breaking into 'A Matter of Trust.'
  
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• How to get Baltimore teens into college - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 12:05 via baltimoresun.com
  How to get Baltimore teens into college  Baltimore SunBaltimore's future depends on providing better post-secondary educational opportunities for as many young people as possible.
  
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• Tour the Guinness brewery near Baltimore; why it's a destination for beer lovers - PennLive.com

  27-07-2019 12:03 via expo.pennlive.com
  Tour the Guinness brewery near Baltimore; why it's a destination for beer lovers  PennLive.comThe brewery is about to celebrates its first anniversary. The taproom offers a variety of beers beyond its iconic stout.
  
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• Well-liked chef at Zen West in North Baltimore arrested by ICE - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 11:03 via baltimoresun.com
  Well-liked chef at Zen West in North Baltimore arrested by ICE  Baltimore SunJesus and his partner, Velma, were headed to their job in the kitchen of the Tex-Mex restaurant on York Road when they were pulled over by ICE officers in an ...
  
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• Shrouded in darkness, Baltimore’s Howard Street Tunnel is a workhorse rail artery - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 11:03 via baltimoresun.com
  Shrouded in darkness, Baltimore’s Howard Street Tunnel is a workhorse rail artery  Baltimore SunNow that construction money appears to be coming to make the aged Howard Street Tunnel able to accommodate double-stacked CSX freight trains, it's time to ...
  
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• Best Week, Worst Week: Port of Baltimore; Maryland-owned banks - Maryland Daily Record

  27-07-2019 10:50 via thedailyrecord.com
  Best Week, Worst Week: Port of Baltimore; Maryland-owned banks  Maryland Daily RecordThe Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore got some good news this week when the state announced it will receive a $125 million federal grant to help expand ...
  
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• 2 teens arrested in robbery of Baltimore police official - WTOP

  27-07-2019 09:22 via wtop.com
  2 teens arrested in robbery of Baltimore police official  WTOPBALTIMORE (AP) — Police in Baltimore say two teenagers have been arrested in the armed robbery of one of the department's deputy commissioners and his ...
  
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• Obama’s High School Basketball Jersey Is Up For Auction

  27-07-2019 04:38
  (CNN) — A high school basketball jersey once worn by former President Barack Obama is up for auction.
  The white jersey, which says “Punahou” and “23” on the front in blue lettering, is faded and stained but still expected to fetch a pretty penny. The starting bid was $25,000, but Heritage Auctions, which is selling the jersey, expects the garment to sell for at least $100,000 when bidding ends August 17.
  The future 44th president wore the jersey in his sen
  
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• O’s First Round Pick Adley Rutschman Set To Make Debut For Aberdeen Ironbirds

  27-07-2019 04:29
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It’s official, O’s first-round draft pick Adley Rutschman is making his debut in Aberdeen for the Ironbirds on Saturday.
  Rutschman has spent the last few weeks in Sarasota with the GCL Orioles after signing with the Orioles on June 24th.
  In his final year with the Oregon State Beavers, Rutschman had a .411 average, 17 home runs and a 1.326 OPS.
  On top of that, Rutschman won the Golden Spikes Award which is given to the top amateur baseball player in the U
  
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• Baltimore mayor condemns young people who 'embarrass' the city - Fox Baltimore

  27-07-2019 04:22 via foxbaltimore.com
  Baltimore mayor condemns young people who 'embarrass' the city  Fox BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WBFF) - The mayor of Baltimore City spoke out against the recent attack of a Baltimore police employee by a group of young suspects.
  
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• New Pictures Show Suspects In Brutal Attack On Police Employee, Advocates Want Hate Crime Investigation

  27-07-2019 03:50
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — WJZ has obtained pictures that show the faces of three suspects in the assault early Wednesday morning on a 59-year-old man who works at the Baltimore Police Department.
  More than $30,000 in reward money is being offered for information that leads to an arrest in the case.NEW: We have clearer pictures of the suspects in the attack on the Baltimore Police employee. They headed down Lombard St—all three on scooters—before encountering him ON Albermarle. @wj
  
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• ‘Very Brazen, Very Cowardice’ | Police Commissioner Michael Harrison Reacts To Recent Assaults, Crimes Committed By Juveniles In Baltimore

  27-07-2019 03:49
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Wednesday morning’s assault of a Baltimore Police Department lab technician was yet another of several high profile assaults and crimes involving young people.
  In Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison’s crime plan released last week, it mentioned juvenile offenders just once.
  “It’ really gets me fired up, and I think it gets all of our police officers and residents fired up,” Harrison said of the recent assaults. “It&rsquo
  
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• Thousands Gather For Billy Joel Concert, First Music Performance Ever Held At Camden Yards

  27-07-2019 03:48
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It was a night at Oriole Park at Camden Yards that has never been seen before.
  A live concert was performed on the field- and the artist was none other than Billy Joel!
  “I’m just excited to see him,” Katie McCune said. “I see everybody else posting when he was here four years ago.”
  After the ballpark opened in 1992, the Orioles team owners were concerned if it made economic sense for them to hold a concert- until now.
  “We’re
  
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• 3 Men Plead Guilty To Drug-Dealing Charges Including Fentanyl, Heroin In Cecil County

  27-07-2019 03:43
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Three men pleaded guilty to federal charges for their roles in a drug distribution conspiracy that operated in Cecil County, Maryland.
  Oscar Pilarte-Rivera, 36, Elvin Solano-Pena, 37, and Herme Soriano, 21, all pleaded guilty.
  According to their plea agreements, beginning in at least June 2017 and through September 26, 2018, Solano-Pena, and Soriano conspired with others to distribute heroin, cocaine, fentanyl and crack cocaine to drug users living primarily in Cecil
  
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• Police | Woman Orders Food, Tells Server ‘This One’s On God’

  27-07-2019 02:19
  LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico woman is facing charges after police say she ordered food from a Sonic and told a server, “This one’s on God,” before fleeing.
  The Las Cruces Sun-News reports 30-year-old Delila Hernandez was arrested Monday in a felony robbery case.
  Police say Hernandez rode her bicycle to a Sonic in Las Cruces and ordered a meal. When the server asked for payment, she allegedly told him, “This one’s on God.”
  Police say the
  
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• Fly The Coop With This Guide To National Chicken Wing Day In Baltimore

  27-07-2019 02:07
  BALTIMORE (Hoodline) — A whole day celebrating the finger food that bites back — saucy, spicy, succulent chicken wings? Mark your calendar for July 29 — we certainly have.
  Hoodline tracked down the top chicken wing spots in Baltimore, using Yelp data tossed with our own special sauce. So grab your bib and get your wet wipes ready.
  1. Delia Foley’s
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  Topping the list is Delia Foley’s. Located at 1439 S. Charles St. in SBIC, the pub,
  
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• A New Era | Second-Year Quarterback Lamar Jackson Looks To Lead Ravens To Continued Success

  27-07-2019 01:53
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — This training camp kicks off a new era for the Ravens.
  For the first time in more than a decade, they start a season without Joe Flacco as the starting quarterback.
  In the words of team owner Steve Bisciotti, “it all falls on Lamar Jackson now.”
  Jackson comes into camping having added seven to 10 lbs. of muscle to help fight off 300 lbs. defensive lineman- and maybe to help carry the burden of high expectations.
  No longer a rookie, Jackson has playoff exp
  
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• Lamar Jackson’s progress is evident at Baltimore Ravens training camp - The Washington Post

  27-07-2019 01:52 via washingtonpost.com
  Lamar Jackson’s progress is evident at Baltimore Ravens training camp  The Washington PostOWINGS MILLS, MD. — Baltimore Ravens quarterbacks coach James Urban was asked Friday where Lamar Jackson has made the greatest strides in his ...
  
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• At National Governors Association, Hogan shares a bit of Maryland - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 01:15 via baltimoresun.com
  At National Governors Association, Hogan shares a bit of Maryland  Baltimore SunMaryland Gov. Larry Hogan brought a bit of Baltimore with him to Salt Lake City this week, as he was named chairman of the National Governors Association.
  
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• What You Need To Know Ahead Of Gervonta Davis’ Homecoming Fight

  27-07-2019 01:08
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Headed to Saturday’s fight between Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Ricardo Nunez at Royal Farms Arena?
  It’s sure to be a good bout as Davis defends his WBA super featherweight championship in his hometown.
  Here’s what you need to know heading into the big fight:
  His Opponent: Davis will square off against Nunez. Nunez is 21-2 with 19 knockouts. In an interview ahead of Saturday’s fight, Nunez said, “I do not have any fear of Davis.&rdqu
  
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• Lawsuit Filed In Death Of Woman Found Buried In Beach Sand

  27-07-2019 01:00
  OCEAN CITY, Md. (AP) — The mother of a Texas woman found dead on a Maryland beach with just an arm above the sand has filed a lawsuit against the town where the death occurred.
  In the suit filed Wednesday, Gayla Lutyk and her attorney say negligence by Ocean City, Maryland, workers caused 30-year-old Ashley O’Connor to be trapped in the sand sometime after 2 a.m. on July 31, 2017.
  The lawsuit says workers didn’t investigate whether anyone was on the beach before twice
  
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• Baltimore police civilian employee attacked Wednesday, religious advocates ask police not to rule out hate cri - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 00:59 via baltimoresun.com
  Baltimore police civilian employee attacked Wednesday, religious advocates ask police not to rule out hate cri  Baltimore SunThe FBI, ATF and Metro Crime Stoppers are offering up to $32K for information leading to the arrest of three suspects who assaulted and robbed a Baltimore ...
  
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• Suited To Succeed, Non-Profit Giving Career Coaching To Women In Baltimore, Recipient Of Donation From BGE - CBS Baltimore

  27-07-2019 00:38 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Suited To Succeed, Non-Profit Giving Career Coaching To Women In Baltimore, Recipient Of Donation From BGE  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WJZ) — BGE trucks typically loaded with equipment were loaded with donated clothing on Friday. Suited to Succeed, Dress for Success Greater ...
  
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• Suited To Succeed, Non-Profit Giving Career Coaching To Women In Baltimore, Recipient Of Donation From BGE

  27-07-2019 00:38
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — BGE trucks typically loaded with equipment were loaded with donated clothing on Friday.
  Suited to Succeed, Dress for Success Greater Baltimore, provided business attire and accessories to women hoping to enter the workforce.
  “It’s not just a suit, it’s an opportunity,” Evelyn Gaines, of Suited To Succeed, Dress for Success Greater Baltimore said. “When you go into that room with the interviewer, you want to look your best, and wearing th
  
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• Billy Joel Fans Gather, Tailgate Ahead Of Concert At Camden Yards

  27-07-2019 00:32
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The excitement leading up to the Billy Joel concert in Baltimore was palpable on Friday.
  Hundreds of thousands of fans gathered outside of the stadium to tailgate beforehand.
  There was live music, food, and drinks at Friday’s tailgate ahead of the show.
  RELATED COVERAGE:Baltimore Traffic | Delays Expected This Weekend Due To Billy Joel Concert, Ravens Open Practice, Gervonta Davis Fight
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• Maryland Gov. Hogan assumes leadership of National Governors Association - Baltimore Sun

  27-07-2019 00:09 via baltimoresun.com
  Maryland Gov. Hogan assumes leadership of National Governors Association  Baltimore SunMaryland Gov. Larry Hogan took over leadership of the National Governors Association Friday, emphasizing the need to upgrade the country's aging ...
  
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• Emotional Hearing Held In Washington About Impact Of High Drug Costs On Patients

  27-07-2019 00:08
  WASHINGTON (WJZ) — There was emotional testimony in Washington on Friday before a Committee led by Congressman Elijah Cummings, investigating the skyrocketing costs of prescription drugs.
  The people on the panel had one thing in common- their lives are depending on drugs they cannot access or can no longer afford.
  Sa’ra Skipper and her sister have Type 1 Diabetes. The cost of insulin has tripled, and then their mother lost her job and her coverage.
  “Things have started to
  
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• Childcare In Maryland More Expensive Than In-State Tuition To 4-Year Public College, Report Finds

  27-07-2019 00:00
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Economic Policy Institute released its updated childcare fact sheets this week that detailed the high cost of childcare in every state.
  The report looked at the average cost of care for an infant and a 4-year-old and how childcare fits into a family’s budget.
  In Maryland, childcare is more expensive than in-state tuition for a four-year public college.
  The average annual cost of infant care in Maryland is $15, 335. That’s $1,278 per month.
  Childcare f
  
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