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• A century after their ancestors left Russia for Baltimore, descendants gather to share history and stories - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 23:55 via baltimoresun.com
  A century after their ancestors left Russia for Baltimore, descendants gather to share history and stories  Baltimore SunFriends and family from a single Russian village named Mlynov immigrated to Baltimore a century ago. On Saturday their descendants gathered here to learn ...
  
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• Former Baltimore Police spokesperson T.J. Smith considering running for Mayor - Fox Baltimore

  31-08-2019 23:37 via foxbaltimore.com
  Former Baltimore Police spokesperson T.J. Smith considering running for Mayor  Fox BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WBFF) Former Baltimore Police Department spokesperson T. J. Smith is considering running for Mayor of Baltimore City. Smith says that he has ...
  
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• MS-13 Gang Member Sentenced To Federal Prison For Federal Racketeering Conspiracy, Including Murder

  31-08-2019 23:10
  GREENBELT, Md. (WJZ) — A member of MS-13 was sentenced to federal prison for conspiring to participate in a violent racketeering enterprise, including murder.
  Kevin Hernandez-Guevara, 22, a citizen of El Salvador illegally residing in Elizabethtown, New Jersey, was sentenced to 292 months in federal prison for a federal racketeering conspiracy relating to his participation in the activities of MS-13, including murder and drug dealing.
  Hernandez-Guevara admitted that from at least July
  
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• Man, Woman Plead Guilty In Auto Loan Fraud Scheme - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 22:45 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Man, Woman Plead Guilty In Auto Loan Fraud Scheme  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a man and a woman have pleaded guilty to a scheme to defraud individuals and financial institutions of more than ...
  
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• Man, Woman Plead Guilty In Auto Loan Fraud Scheme

  31-08-2019 22:45
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a man and a woman have pleaded guilty to a scheme to defraud individuals and financial institutions of more than $1 million through fake auto loan applications.
  The U.S. Department of Justice said in a news release on Friday that 48-year-old John O’Day and 32-year-old Denise White pleaded guilty to federal charges of bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
  According to their plea agreements, between April 2016 and January 2018, O’Day a
  
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• Apple Is Making It Easier To Get Your iPhone Fixed At More Places

  31-08-2019 22:39
  (CNN) — Apple is launching a new program that will make it easier for its customers to get their iPhones fixed by expanding the number of businesses that can repair them.
  The initiative will give iPhone owners added options to fix some of the most common out-of-warranty iPhone issues, by providing more repair businesses with genuine Apple parts, tools, training, repair manuals and diagnostics, according to a release put out Thursday.
  These materials will be the same as what Apple
  
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• 2 Suspects Arrested In Connection To Armed Robbery In Queen Anne’s County

  31-08-2019 22:29
  CHESTER, Md. (WJZ) — Officials in Queen Anne’s County made in arrest in connection to an armed robbery at the Xtra Mart in Chester, Maryland.
  On Aug. 24, an employee of Xtra Mart said that a black male entered the store, demanded money and threatened to kill him.
  The suspect received an undisclosed amount of money and left the store. He was described as wearing black clothing, a mask, and gloves.
  The Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office began to investigate the incid
  
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• Md. Department Of Health Launches Electronic Toolkit In Effort To Prevent Overdose Deaths

  31-08-2019 22:07
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — In conjunction with International Overdose Awareness Day, the Maryland Department of Health launched a tool in an effort to prevent overdose deaths — the Naloxone Electronic Toolkit (NET).
  Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose and can help save lives when administered correctly.
  NET contains downloadable content that can be promoted on public and employee websites.
  By providing access to information about naloxone and naloxone administrat
  
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• 2019 Baltimore-area girls volleyball players to watch - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 21:57 via baltimoresun.com
  2019 Baltimore-area girls volleyball players to watch  Baltimore SunHere are the players to watch during the 2019 high school girls volleyball season.
  
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• Maryland Rolls Past Howard 79-0 In Locksley, Jackson Debuts

  31-08-2019 21:50
  COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Josh Jackson threw four touchdown passes in his Maryland debut, backup Tyrrell Pigrome accounted for two scores and the Terrapins crushed Howard 79-0 Saturday in a record-breaking performance under first-year coach Michael Locksley.
  With Jackson leading the way, Maryland scored 28 points in both the first and second quarters to shatter the school mark for most points scored in one half. The assault continued in the second half, with the only suspense being if the T
  
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• ‘Are the books free? Yes!’: For Baltimore teachers heading back to school, The Book Thing is a treasure - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 21:44 via baltimoresun.com
  ‘Are the books free? Yes!’: For Baltimore teachers heading back to school, The Book Thing is a treasure  Baltimore SunAs they prepare for Tuesday's first day of school, educators are making last minute trips to The Book Thing, a Baltimore institution.
  
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• Two people killed in crash on Baltimore National Pike, Baltimore County police say - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 17:54 via baltimoresun.com
  Two people killed in crash on Baltimore National Pike, Baltimore County police say  Baltimore SunTwo people were killed Friday evening in a crash on Baltimore National Pike near Pine Street, according to Baltimore County Police. The crash was reported at ...
  
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• Baltimore Ravens roster cut tracker on deadline day: Live updates - PennLive.com

  31-08-2019 17:45 via pennlive.com
  Baltimore Ravens roster cut tracker on deadline day: Live updates  PennLive.comAs the Ravens make cuts to form 53-man roster, you can follow along here.
  
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• A new chapter at Baltimore’s H. L. Mencken House: Hollins Street treasure undergoing $1.5 million restoration - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 16:06 via baltimoresun.com
  A new chapter at Baltimore’s H. L. Mencken House: Hollins Street treasure undergoing $1.5 million restoration  Baltimore SunThe scent of wet plaster pervades the Union Square home of writer, newspaper reporter and observer H.L. Mencken. His venerable home at 1524 Hollins St. is ...
  
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• Operation Backpack Helps Baltimore Students Prepare For New School Year - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 15:19 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Operation Backpack Helps Baltimore Students Prepare For New School Year  CBS BaltimoreVolunteers gave out 200 backpacks Friday at the Volunteers of America's Pratt House for the group's Operation Backpack program. 1 day ago ...
  
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• A Baltimore urban farm has plans for activism, black history - CT Post

  31-08-2019 15:00 via ctpost.com
  A Baltimore urban farm has plans for activism, black history  CT PostBALTIMORE (AP) — Tucked between rows of brick homes in Northeast Baltimore, Atiya Wells discovered an extraordinary place. The budding naturalist was ...
  
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• Three Firefighters Suffer Heat Exhaustion Battling Three-Alarm Fire In Catonsville

  31-08-2019 05:25
  CATONSVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — A massive three-alarm fire ripped through a popular restaurant in Catonsville Friday afternoon, leaving behind significant damage.
  The fire broke out at Loafers Sports Bar and Grill the 6500 block of Baltimore National Pike around 3 p.m.
  Officials reported heavy black smoke coming from the building with fire showing.
  One restaurant patron named Dion said he was inside when other customers first smelled smoke.
  “My friends walked around to scan the place out. W
  
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• Former Baltimore County Pastor Cameron Giovanelli Indicted For Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Minor - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 05:10 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Former Baltimore County Pastor Cameron Giovanelli Indicted For Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Minor  CBS BaltimoreTOWSON, Md. (WJZ) — A former Dundalk pastor is charged with two felony counts of sex abuse of a minor and ten misdemeanor sex offense counts after being ...
  
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• Woman Killed In Quadruple Shooting Inside Baltimore Home - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 05:09 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Woman Killed In Quadruple Shooting Inside Baltimore Home  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WJZ) — A woman is dead and three others injured after an early morning quadruple shooting inside a northeast Baltimore home. Around 3:13 a.m. ...
  
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• Baltimore City Firefighter Charged With Attempted Murder - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 05:08 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Baltimore City Firefighter Charged With Attempted Murder  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 58-year-old Baltimore City firefighter was arrested and charged with attempted murder in a shooting Thursday evening on Stamford ...
  
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• Former Baltimore Police Spokesperson T.J. Smith ‘Closing In On A Final Decision’ About Running For Mayor - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 05:04 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Former Baltimore Police Spokesperson T.J. Smith ‘Closing In On A Final Decision’ About Running For Mayor  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WJZ) — Former Baltimore Police Department spokesperson T.J. Smith, rumored to be considering running for mayor in 2020, said Friday he's ...
  
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• Former Baltimore Police Spokesperson T.J. Smith ‘Closing In On A Final Decision’ About Running For Mayor

  31-08-2019 05:04
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Former Baltimore Police Department spokesperson T.J. Smith, rumored to be considering running for mayor in 2020, said Friday he’s “closing in on a final decision” on whether to run for the city’s top job.
  “I have spoken to a diverse team of thinkers and problem solvers who all want the same thing; the very best for our region and city,” Smith wrote on Facebook Friday night. “I have been humbled to be asked by a cross section of pe
  
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• Weather Blog: Decent Labor Day Weekend On Tap - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 04:50 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Weather Blog: Decent Labor Day Weekend On Tap  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE (WJZ) — Here is a look at your Labor Day weekend! Saturday, sun and a few clouds hang around with a high of 85 but with low humidity as well.
  
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• Weather Blog: Decent Labor Day Weekend On Tap

  31-08-2019 04:50
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Here is a look at your Labor Day weekend!
  Saturday, sun and a few clouds hang around with a high of 85 but with low humidity as well.
  On Sunday, look for a few more clouds and a high of 82.
  For Monday, look for a high in the low to mid 80’s with a 30 percent chance of a scattered shower.
  All in all, a very decent weekend indeed and just as nice at all the beaches all weekend long!
  Drive safe and enjoy!
  -Bob Turk
  
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• Baltimore police seek man wanted in Friday afternoon shooting of woman in Ridgely’s Delight - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 04:48 via baltimoresun.com
  Baltimore police seek man wanted in Friday afternoon shooting of woman in Ridgely’s Delight  Baltimore SunBaltimore police are searching for a man they allege shot a woman multiple times Friday afternoon in the South Baltimore neighborhood of Ridgely's Delight.
  
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• 43-Year-Old Man Sought In Friday Afternoon Shooting

  31-08-2019 04:43
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore police are searching for a 43-year-old man who allegedly shot a 47-year-old woman in the southern police district Friday afternoon.
  Officers were called to the 600 block of South Fremont Avenue for a reported shooting around 4:44 p.m. Friday. When they arrived, they found the woman suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
  She was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
  After an investigation, police identified Davon Roberts, 43, of Baltimore, as the suspect. He&
  
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• Fantasy Football 2019 ADP Risers And Fallers: Dante Pettis A Good WR Option?

  31-08-2019 04:20
  (CBS San Francisco/CBS Local Sports) — This is the last weekend before the NFL regular season starts, and the last weekend for fantasy football drafts. With recent news around the League, draft boards are changing, or at least they should be. As you prepare for your draft and the upcoming season, the CBS Sports HQ Fantasy Football Today crew is here to help you make sense of it all.
  Duke Johnson’s average draft position is rising. The Cleveland Browns traded the running back to the H
  
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• Mount Airy Woman Killed In Carroll County Crash

  31-08-2019 04:18
  MOUNT AIRY, Md. (WJZ) — A Mount Airy woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Carroll County Friday afternoon, state police said.
  The crash reportedly happened just before 4 p.m. in the 4700 block of Ridge Road in Mount Airy.
  Police said a 2018 Ford F-150 being driven by Michelle Lynn Lawson, 35, was heading south on Ridge Road when it crossed the center line and left the road, striking a tree.
  Lawson was pronounced dead at the scene. Two children inside the truck were taken to a hosp
  
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• Baltimore Deputy Chief of Staff Pete Hammen resigns - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 04:12 via baltimoresun.com
  Baltimore Deputy Chief of Staff Pete Hammen resigns  Baltimore SunBaltimore Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young said Friday that Deputy Chief of Staff Pete Hammen has resigned from city government to spend more time with his ...
  
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• Morgan State University Officials Considering Asking Lawmakers To Allow Campus Police To Patrol Nearby Neighborhoods

  31-08-2019 03:55
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — In the wake of a student’s shooting death outside his off-campus apartment earlier this summer, Morgan State University officials are considering asking lawmakers to allow the school’s police force to patrol nearby off-campus neighborhoods.
  In a video address posted on the university’s YouTube page Friday, President David Wilson outlined a number of safety improvements the school has made in the past year as well as some of its future plans, including le
  
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• 3 Baltimore men are convicted on gang charges related to murder of popular bartender in Canton - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 03:21 via baltimoresun.com
  3 Baltimore men are convicted on gang charges related to murder of popular bartender in Canton  Baltimore SunThree more Baltimore men have been convicted in connection to the murder of Sebastian Tucker Dvorak, a popular bartender who was robbed and fatally shot ...
  
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• Baltimore District Army Corps Caution Boaters Of Construction Zone Labor Day Weekend - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 03:04 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Baltimore District Army Corps Caution Boaters Of Construction Zone Labor Day Weekend  CBS BaltimorePOPLAR ISLAND, Md (WJZ) — Boaters should stay clear of a construction zone at Poplar Island Labor Day weekend. The Baltimore District Army Corps of ...
  
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• Baltimore District Army Corps Caution Boaters Of Construction Zone Labor Day Weekend

  31-08-2019 03:04
  POPLAR ISLAND, Md (WJZ) — Boaters should stay clear of a construction zone at Poplar Island Labor Day weekend.
  The Baltimore District Army Corps of Engineers expected a large volume of boating activity over the holiday weekend.
  Officials said cautionary buoys will be placed to outline dangerous areas for boaters’ safety.Cautionary Buoys Location
  Nautical Chart of AreaFor updates on the waterways and construction zone, click here.Written By WJZ Apprentice Ju’waun Morgan
  
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• AAA: Maryland Gas Prices 30 Cents Cheaper Than Last Labor Day Weekend

  31-08-2019 02:56
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — If you’re hitting the road this Labor Day weekend, you’ll see some significant relief at the pump compared to last year.
  AAA Mid-Atlantic said gas prices in Maryland averaged $2.46/gallon Friday, five cents cheaper than last week and 32 cents lower than last year.
  The lower gas prices are thanks to lower crude prices and an increase in supply along the East Coast, AAA said.
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• Severn Man Arrested In Break-In, Sleeping Woman’s Rape

  31-08-2019 02:44
  ODENTON, Md. (WJZ) — A Severn man was arrested in a burglary and rape of a sleeping woman in Odenton earlier this week, Anne Arundel County Police said Friday.
  Police identified Zaon Emmanuel Cox, 24, as a person of interest based on evidence from the scene.
  Cox allegedly broke into a home in the 2400 block of Apple Blossom Lane early Tuesday morning and sexually assaulted the sleeping victim.
  Odenton Woman Wakes Up To Man Sexually Assaulting Her; Police Searching For Suspect
  When she woke
  
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• Revamped Navy Opens Season In First Meeting Vs Holy Cross

  31-08-2019 02:26
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Navy head coach Ken Niumatalolo has made sweeping changes in the wake of a dismal 2018 season that ended with a disappointing 3-10 record,
  He shuffled his coaching staff, revised his stance on the quarterback position and, most surprisingly, added a wrinkle to an offense that has long relied on the good old triple option.
  The result of the overhaul will be on full display Saturday when the Midshipmen open at home against Holy Cross.
  Not long after Navy finished with a
  
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• Aid Caravan From Maryland Heading To Florida Ahead Of Hurricane Dorian; Officials Offer More Help As Needed

  31-08-2019 02:20
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A caravan of more than 85 people left Maryland for Florida Friday night to offer aid as Hurricane Dorian takes aim at the Sunshine State.
  Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson Pete Piringer said Maryland Task Force One will join teams from across the country heading to Florida as the major hurricane approaches.
  The task force left Montgomery County around 8 p.m. Friday.Hurricane #Dorian Maryland Task Force 1 (MD-TF1) Urban Search & Rescue will be head
  
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• Baltimore Firefighter Charged With Attempted Murder In Shooting - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 02:04 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Baltimore Firefighter Charged With Attempted Murder In Shooting  CBS BaltimoreCraig White, of the 600 block of Stamford Road, was charged with attempted first and second-degree murder. 1 day ago. Next Video. Gov. Hogan Tweets ...
  
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• Operation Backpack Helps Hundreds Of Students Get Ready To Head Back To Class

  31-08-2019 01:51
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — As students get ready to head back to class, one local program is making sure area kids have the supplies they need to succeed in the new school year.
  Volunteers gave out 200 backpacks Friday at the Volunteers of America’s Pratt House for the group’s Operation Backpack program.
  “Operation Backpack is our national initiative to collect school supplies for children in a variety of different ages from kindergarten to high school so that they will be prepare
  
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• Baltimore Teachers Union Delivers Fans To Cool Hot Schools - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 01:37 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Baltimore Teachers Union Delivers Fans To Cool Hot Schools  CBS BaltimoreRepresentatives from Baltimore's Teachers Union have been out delivering fans to hot city classrooms that lack air-conditioning after receiving nearly $7,000 in ...
  
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• Police Searching For Suspects In April Seasoned Mariner Burglary - CBS Baltimore

  31-08-2019 01:32 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  Police Searching For Suspects In April Seasoned Mariner Burglary  CBS BaltimoreBALTIMORE COUNTY, Md (WJZ) — Police in Baltimore County are looking for suspects involved in an April burglary of The Seasoned Mariner in Dundalk.
  
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• Police Searching For Suspects In April Seasoned Mariner Burglary

  31-08-2019 01:32
  BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md (WJZ) — Police in Baltimore County are looking for suspects involved in an April burglary of The Seasoned Mariner in Dundalk.
  The suspects were caught on security footage entering and stealing from the business located in the 600 block of Wise Avenue around 2:30 p.m.
  Officers said the suspects were seen in a red four-door vehicle leaving the scene.
  “Traditional investigative measures have not led to the identification of any of these suspects, so detectives from
  
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• Truck Crashes Into Taneytown City Hall

  31-08-2019 01:27
  TANEYTOWN, Md. (WJZ) — A truck crashed into part of Taneytown City Hall Friday evening, police said.
  The crash involving a black Dodge Dakota pickup truck forced the temporary closure of Route 140 near City Hall.
  Police are asking people to avoid the area until the scene is clear.
  The extent of the damage is unknown.
  
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• Woman injured when Baltimore police opened fire on wanted man is worse off than chief stated, sister says - Baltimore Sun

  31-08-2019 01:18 via baltimoresun.com
  Woman injured when Baltimore police opened fire on wanted man is worse off than chief stated, sister says  Baltimore SunIn a blink, Ray Maier went from bystander waiting for the light to change on Fayette Street to injured casualty caught in a clash between Baltimore Police and a ...
  
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• Billie Holiday Music Festival Kicks Off With Re-Dedication Of Legendary Lady Day Statue

  31-08-2019 01:17
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore’s Billie Holiday Arts and Music Festival kicked off Friday with a re-dedication of the statue on Pennsylvania Avenue erected in honor of the legendary Lady Day.
  Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan, was born into hard times. She was raised in Baltimore in early 1900s segregation.
  As Billie Holiday, she sang the blues in a style that eclipsed the artists of her day.
  “She refused to play in segregated facilities,” festival organizer Michael Johnson said.
  
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• Catonsville Crash Leaves Four People Injured, One With Life-Threatening Injuries

  31-08-2019 00:30
  CATONSVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — Four people were injured in a crash in Catonsville Friday evening, the Baltimore County Fire Department said.
  The crash happened at Baltimore National Pike and Winters Lane. One person with life-threatening injuries was extricated from a vehicle.UPDATE #bcofd #catonsville MVC #rescue// Multiple injuries at location// EMS evaluating & transporting as necessary// 1 patient w/ critical injuries transported to Shock Trauma// area of 3-alarm fire use extreme caution
  
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• Baltimore City Firefighter Charged With Attempted Murder

  31-08-2019 00:00
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 58-year-old Baltimore City firefighter was arrested and charged with attempted murder in a shooting Thursday evening on Stamford Road in southwest Baltimore.
  Craig White, of the 600 block of Stamford Road, was charged with attempted first and second-degree murder.
  One Dead, One Injured In Separate SW Baltimore Shootings Thursday
  Craig White. Credit: Baltimore Police
  Officers were called to a home on Stamford Road around 5:58 p.m. Thursday for a report of a shooting. Whe
  
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