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• ‘That’s A Legend’ | Lamar Jackson Says Prayers Are With Kobe Bryant’s Family After Death In Helicopter Crash

  26-01-2020 23:30
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The news of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s death broke during the 2020 Pro Bowl on Sunday, and Jackson said his hearts and prayers are with Bryant’s family.
  “You know that’s a legend, man. And he did so much for the game of basketball, a lot of people look up to Kobe Bryant, including myself, you know he’s a great player and from what I heard he’s a great person as well, so my heart and prayers are with his family.”
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• ‘That’s A Legend’ | Lamar Jackson Says His Prayers Are With Kobe Bryant’s Family After Death In Helicopter Crash

  26-01-2020 23:30
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The news of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s death broke during the 2020 Pro Bowl on Sunday, and Jackson said his hearts and prayers are with Bryant’s family.
  “You know that’s a legend, man. And he did so much for the game of basketball, a lot of people look up to Kobe Bryant, including myself, you know he’s a great player and from what I heard he’s a great person as well, so my heart and prayers are with his family.”
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• Ravens, Maryland Athletes React To News Of Kobe Bryant’s Death

  26-01-2020 23:08
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Maryland athletes are reacting to the death of LA Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, who reportedly died in a helicopter crash earlier Sunday.
  Former Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith tweeted out in part, “Live life to the fullest.”I turned 31 today and I’ve been thinking about life and how sudden things can come to an end. You don’t know how, you don’t know when, you just know it’s inevitable. When you get older you appreciate it because it&rs
  
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• Kobe Bryant, 41, Dead In Calabasas Helicopter Crash, Reports Say

  26-01-2020 21:21
  
  Kobe Bryant has died Sunday in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, CBSLA Sports Director Jim Hill has confirmed. He was 41.
  
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• Passenger With Flu Like Symptoms Escorted Off Plane At BWI, Did Not Meet Coronavirus Testing Criteria

  26-01-2020 05:25
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A passenger who recently traveled to China was escorted off a plane at BWI Airport  “out of an abundance of caution,” after showing flu-like symptoms.
  Health officials escorted the passenger off of a Southwest flight from Las Vegas.
  The Maryland Department of Health said, “the passenger did not meet the CDC’s critical for coronavirus testing but was referred to a medical facility for evaluation to determine whether additional follow-up wa
  
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• Rabbi speaks out after robbery at synagogue in Baltimore City - Fox Baltimore

  26-01-2020 04:46 via foxbaltimore.com
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• Funk Scores 22 To Lead Bucknell Over Loyola 98-83

  26-01-2020 04:46
  
  LEWISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Andrew Funk had a career-high 22 points as Bucknell beat Loyola (Md.) 98-83 on Saturday night.
  Funk shot 8 for 10 from the floor. He added six rebounds.
  Jimmy Sotos had 14 points for Bucknell (9-12, 5-3 Patriot League). Walter Ellis added 13 points. John Meeks had 10 points.
  The 98 points were a season best for Bucknell.
  Isaiah Hart had 18 points for the Greyhounds (9-12, 1-7), whose losing streak reached seven games. Andrew Kostecka added 18 points. Golden Dike had 1
  
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• Baltimore Mayoral Candidates Discuss Plans For City At Public Forum

  26-01-2020 04:29
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Fourteen mayoral candidates took the stage at Morgan State University on Saturday to talk about their plans for Baltimore.
  Each candidate introduced themselves and expressed what they want to see change in Baltimore.
  Most of the candidates addressed violence, corruption and education.
  The deadline to file for the primary is now closed.
  Early voting will begin in April.
  
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• Baltimore Police: Pedestrian Struck On Frankford Avenue

  26-01-2020 04:20
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police in Baltimore are investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Saturday night.
  Police say it happened on Frankford Avenue near the intersection of Carter Avenue.
  First responders took the victim to an area hospital.
  Officers say the driver remained on the scene.
  
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• Baltimore County Democrats recommend longtime activist Sheila Ruth to fill vacant House seat - Baltimore Sun

  26-01-2020 04:17 via baltimoresun.com
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• Fundraiser Held For Pierre Gibbons, Man Who Ran Into Burning Patterson Park Home To Save Neighbor

  26-01-2020 04:15
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Friends and family hosted a fundraiser to help a Baltimore man who risked his own life to save a neighbor in Patterson Park.
  In September of 2019, Pierre Gibbons rushed into a burning home in Patterson Park to save his neighbor.
  It’s now four months later, and Gibbons is still in the hospital. He has serious burns after his heroic act.
  Friends say every little bit helps, and they’re amazed by the amount of support, even from strangers.
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• Man Shot In The Face In South Baltimore

  26-01-2020 04:03
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police are investigating after a man was shot in the face in south Baltimore on Saturday night.
  Police were called to an area hospital just after 7 p.m. for a report of a walk-in shooting victim. When officers arrived, they found a 45-year-old man being treated for a gunshot wound to his face.
  Investigators believe the victim was in the 2800 block of Manokin Street when he was shot. Detectives from the Southern District are investigating this incident.
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• Morse Scores 20, Mount St. Mary’s Slips Past Bryant 79-76

  26-01-2020 03:55
  
  EMMITSBURG, Md. (AP) — Vado Morse scored 20 points and Mount St. Mary’s used two defensive stops in the last 25 seconds to hold off Bryant 79-76 on Saturday, stretching its win streak to four games.
  Jalen Gibbs had 15 points for Mount St. Mary’s (9-11, 5-2 Northeast Conference), while Omar Habwe added 13 points. Damian Chong Qui had 12 points, six assists and two steals.
  Adam Grant had 26 points for the Bulldogs (10-10, 2-5). Juan Cardenas added 20 points. Ikenna Ndugba had nin
  
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• The 4 Best Korean Spots In Baltimore

  26-01-2020 02:18
  
  BALTIMORE (Hoodline) — In search of a new favorite Korean spot?
  Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Korean spots around Baltimore, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to achieve your dreams.
  1. The Local Fry
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  First on the list is The Local Fry. Located at 711 W. 40th St., Suite 152 in Hampden, the traditional American and Korean spot, which offers chicken wings and more, is the highest-rated Korean restaur
  
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• Baltimore mayoral hopefuls agree city needs a new direction. At forum, they make the case for who should lead. - Baltimore Sun

  26-01-2020 02:12 via baltimoresun.com
  Baltimore mayoral hopefuls agree city needs a new direction. At forum, they make the case for who should lead.  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Morgan St. Clips Coppin St. In 50-48 Win

  26-01-2020 01:50
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — Sherwyn Devonish-Prince Jr. made all three of his 3-point shot attempts, the last one with four seconds left, and Morgan State beat Coppin State 50-48 on Saturday.
  Dejuan Clayton made two free throws with 23 seconds left to give the Eagles a 48-47 lead before Morgan State called timeout setting up Devonish-Prince’s game-winner.
  Stanley Davis led the Bears (10-12, 4-3 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) with 13 points and 10 rebounds while Devonish-Prince scored 11 point
  
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• Gibson Scores 21 To Lift Towson Over William & Mary 70-58

  26-01-2020 01:00
  
  WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Jason Gibson had a season-high 21 points as Towson got past William & Mary 70-58 on Saturday.
  Brian Fobbs had 17 points for Towson (12-9, 6-3 Colonial Athletic Conference), which earned its sixth consecutive victory. Allen Betrand added 16 points. Dennis Tunstall had eight rebounds and four blocks.
  William & Mary scored 23 second-half points, a season low for the team.
  Nathan Knight had 20 points for the Tribe (15-7, 7-2). Andy Van Vliet added 10 points.
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• What To Watch For From The Ravens In The Pro Bowl

  26-01-2020 00:43
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. (WJZ) — Twelve Ravens are headed to the Pro Bowl this season!
  Although the team has said that it would rather be in Miami for the Super Bowl, there is still plenty of excitement in Orlando for the Pro Bowl.
  Those at the Pro Bowl are:Quarterback Lamar Jackson
  Running Back Mark Ingram
  Guard Marshal Yanda
  Tight End Mark Andrews
  Fullback Pat Ricard
  Tackle Ronnie Stanley
  Cornerback Marcus Peters
  Safety Earl Thomas
  Kicker Justin Tucker
  Marlon Humphrey
  Outside Linebacker Matthe
  
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• What To Watch For From Some Of The Ravens In The Pro Bowl

  26-01-2020 00:43
  
  ORLANDO, Fla. (WJZ) — Twelve Ravens are headed to the Pro Bowl this season!
  Although the team has said that it would rather be in Miami for the Super Bowl, there is still plenty of excitement in Orlando for the Pro Bowl.
  Those at the Pro Bowl are:Quarterback Lamar Jackson
  Running Back Mark Ingram
  Guard Marshal Yanda
  Tight End Mark Andrews
  Fullback Pat Ricard
  Tackle Ronnie Stanley
  Cornerback Marcus Peters
  Safety Earl Thomas
  Kicker Justin Tucker
  Marlon Humphrey
  Outside Linebacker Matthe
  
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• Police: Condition Of 14-Year-Old Stabbed In Halethorpe ‘Appears To Be Improving’

  26-01-2020 00:30
  
  HALETHORPE, Md. (WJZ) — A 14-year-old boy is recovering after being stabbed in a Halethorpe shopping center on Friday night.
  The boy was riding his bike outside of America’s Best Wings in the 3500 block of Washington Boulevard just before the incident happened.
  “At some point, he got in an altercation with another person, at least one other person,” Jennifer Peach, of the Baltimore County Police Department, said.
  The suspect(s) fled the scene before police arrived.
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• Baltimore City Schools Students Compete In Hopkins Robotics Cup

  26-01-2020 00:27
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Saturday marked the eighth year of the Hopkins Robotics Cup, the Championship for Baltimore City Public Schools.
  All Baltimore City Public Schools League VEX teams were invited to participate.
  The tournament featured teamwork, troubleshooting, programming, design and engineering; all skills that kids can utilize later in life.
  “Over the years, the teams have gotten more advanced in design and other things,” Margaret Heart, STEM Outreach Advisor, said. &ld
  
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• Police Investigating Deadly Shooting In Frederick

  26-01-2020 00:18
  
  FREDERICK, Md. (WJZ) — A man was killed after a shooting in Frederick on Friday night.
  Police say it happened between West All Saints and South Bentz Street.
  The victim was taken to an area hospital where he later died from his injuries.
  Police are asking anyone with security cameras to review any saved footage.
  
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• Study Ranks Maryland Fifth Most Stressed-Out State

  26-01-2020 00:03
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Feeling stressed?
  A new study finds Maryland is the fifth most stressed-out state in the country.
  Career resource website Zippa looked at things like commute times, population density and how many people are uninsured.
  The study noted the average commute was about 33 minutes, the second-highest behind only New York.
  Florida was named the most stressed state.
  
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