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• Midshipman Dies During Physical Readiness Test At Naval Academy

  08-02-2020 23:31
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — A midshipman died at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis Saturday morning during a “semi-annual physical readiness test,” the academy said.
  The midshipman’s name isn’t being released pending family notification.
  The academy said it’s providing grief counseling and support for those who need it.
  This story is developing; stay with WJZ for updates.
  
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• Gil Coan, Who Collected Orioles’ First Hit, Dies At 97 - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 23:20 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Gil Coan, Who Collected Orioles’ First Hit, Dies At 97  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Gil Coan, Who Collected Orioles’ First Hit, Dies At 97

  08-02-2020 23:20
  
  BREVARD, N.C. (WJZ) — Former Baltimore Oriole Gilbert “Gil” Coan, who earned the franchise’s first hit as a member of the original 1954 team, died Wednesday in his native North Carolina at age 97.
  He was born May 18, 1922, in Monroe, North Carolina.
  The Orioles tweeted their condolences Saturday morning.
  “We mourn the loss of former Oriole Gil Coan,” the team wrote. “A member of the original 1954 team, Coan collected the club’s first hit on April 1
  
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• Man Shot In Knee In West Baltimore, Police Say

  08-02-2020 23:00
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A man was injured in a shooting in west Baltimore Saturday afternoon, police said.
  Officers were called to an area hospital just before 4 p.m. for a report of a walk-in shooting victim.
  Police said they believe the 35-year-old man was shot in the knee while in the 2100 block of Vine Street.
  The shooting comes amid the city’s first Ceasefire weekend of 2020. So far, police have reported six people have been shot since Friday evening. Two of the victims have died.
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• What’s The Beef? Md. Bill Would Restrict What Foods May Be Labeled ‘Meat’

  08-02-2020 22:26
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Capital News Service) — Foods made of animal tissues cultured from cells outside of the original animal, plants and insects could not be labeled “meat” in Maryland under a Republican-backed bill in the Maryland General Assembly.
  Senate bill 188 is sponsored by Sen. Jason Gallion, R-Harford and Cecil, who called it “truth in advertising.” Eleven other GOP senators are co-sponsoring the legislation.
  “Laboratory-grown meat will become more prevale
  
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• Maryland Traffic: More Lane Closures On Bay Bridge Resume Monday - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 22:18 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Maryland Traffic: More Lane Closures On Bay Bridge Resume Monday  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Maryland Traffic: More Lane Closures On Bay Bridge Resume Monday

  08-02-2020 22:18
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Heads up, Bay Bridge commuters: mid-day lane closures on the bridge will resume Monday.
  The center lane on the westbound span will be closed between 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, weather and traffic permitting, the Maryland Transportation Authority said.
  Other lane closures include:One lane of the eastbound span may be closed from 8 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. Monday, as well as from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday for maintenance or inspection;
  The entire w
  
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• Anne Arundel Co. Police Warn Of Unauthorized GoFundMe Pages For Injured Detectives

  08-02-2020 19:15
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — The Anne Arundel County Police Department is warning the public that several unauthorized GoFundMe pages have been started for the two detectives who were shot in the line of duty earlier this week.
  Both the police department and the families of Detective Ballard and Detective Preece have not authorized these efforts.
  If the families of the detectives do request any such support, the Anne Arundel County Police Department says they will publicize it through their webs
  
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• Anne Arundel Co. Police Warn Of Unauthorized Fundraising For Injured Detectives

  08-02-2020 19:15
  
  Anne Arundel County, MD (WJZ)– The Anne Arundel County Police Department is warning the public that several unauthorized “Go Fund Me” pages have been started for the two detectives who were shot in the line of duty earlier this week.
  Both the police department and the families of Detective Ballard and Detective Preece have not authorized these efforts.
  If the families of the detectives do request any such support, the Anne Arundel County Police Department says they will publici
  
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• Should the Baltimore Ravens pursue Stefon Diggs? - Ebony Bird

  08-02-2020 18:50 via ebonybird.com
  
  Should the Baltimore Ravens pursue Stefon Diggs?  Ebony Bird
  
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• With Baltimore roots running deep, Adam Neuman finds a new path as Big Ten’s chief of staff - Baltimore Sun

  08-02-2020 16:01 via baltimoresun.com
  With Baltimore roots running deep, Adam Neuman finds a new path as Big Ten’s chief of staff  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Baltimore Police says 3 more people were shot overnight - Baltimore Sun

  08-02-2020 16:00 via baltimoresun.com
  Baltimore Police says 3 more people were shot overnight  Baltimore SunSuspects shoot man in the arm, fire shots at police in Baltimore  Fox BaltimoreBaltimore’s First Ceasefire Weekend Of 2020 Sees 14 Shot, 3 Fatally  CBS Baltimore3 dead, multiple hurt in Baltimore shootings  msnNOWMan Fatally Shot in Car During Violent Weekend in Baltimore  U.S. News & World ReportView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Baltimore City Police Investigate Two Overnight Shootings

  08-02-2020 15:47
  
  Baltimore, MD (WJZ)– Baltimore City Police are investigating two overnight shootings that injured three people.
  Officers on patrol in East Baltimore were called to the 2500 block of East Chase Street around 11:35p.m. Friday night for a report of a shooting.
  When they arrived the found two adult males suffering from gunshot wounds to the body.   The victims were taken to area hospitals where their condition is not known.
  Less than two hours later around 1:26a.m. officers in the so
  
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• Podcast: Early Offseason news + Combine & FA Chatter - Baltimore Beatdown

  08-02-2020 14:52 via baltimorebeatdown.com
  
  Podcast: Early Offseason news + Combine & FA Chatter  Baltimore Beatdown
  
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• Baltimore Ravens fan guide to XFL’s opening weekend: How to watch Matt Elam, Will Hill and others - PennLive

  08-02-2020 13:30 via pennlive.com
  
  Baltimore Ravens fan guide to XFL’s opening weekend: How to watch Matt Elam, Will Hill and others  PennLive
  
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• What lies below Baltimore’s reservoirs? - Baltimore Sun

  08-02-2020 11:02 via baltimoresun.com
  What lies below Baltimore’s reservoirs?  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Maryland Rallies To Beat Illinois 75-66

  08-02-2020 05:48
  
  CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — With Illinois shredding Maryland’s man-to-man defense, Terrapins coach Mark Turgeon switched to a zone — something the team rarely uses outside of practice.
  It worked.
  Anthony Cowan scored 20 points and Turgeon’s ninth-ranked Maryland held on to beat No. 20 Illinois 75-66 on Friday night.
  The Terrapins (19-4, 9-3 Big Ten) took sole possession of first place in the conference with the win. Illinois (16-7, 8-4) fell into second place.
  “Great win
  
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• Beal’s Last-Second Layup Helps Wizards Beat Mavericks

  08-02-2020 05:46
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Bradley Beal’s last-second layup handed the Dallas Mavericks another loss without Luka Doncic.
  They felt as though things slipped away well before that.
  Beal made a layup with 0.2 seconds left to finish with 29 points and give the Washington Wizards a 119-118 victory Friday night over Dallas, which has dropped three of five since Doncic went out with a sprained right ankle. The Mavericks committed 14 turnovers that turned into 23 Wizards points, and they weren&rsquo
  
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• Baltimore County Police Department Issues First Body Camera Video Release Policy

  08-02-2020 05:38
  
  TOWSON, Md. (WJZ) — The Baltimore County Police Department Friday issued its first policy outlining how it will publicly release video from officers’ body-worn cameras.
  The department called the policy an important step to build and maintain trust with the community.
  Under the policy, the police chief can now decide to release body-worn camera video even if it hasn’t been requested by the media. The videos can show anything from positive interactions to critical or controversia
  
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• From the classroom to the ring, former boxer helps children of Baltimore - Fox Baltimore

  08-02-2020 05:18 via foxbaltimore.com
  From the classroom to the ring, former boxer helps children of Baltimore  Fox Baltimore
  
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• Officials: 22 People In Maryland Have Died Due To Cold This Season

  08-02-2020 05:07
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Three more people died due to the cold this week in Maryland, bringing the state’s seasonal total to nearly two dozen.
  The three latest deaths were all men 65 years old or older; they died in Baltimore, Montgomery and Charles counties.
  In total, 22 people have died because of cold weather during the 2019-2020 reporting period; eight of the victims were suspected to be homeless.
  During the 2018-2019 reporting period, 51 people died from the cold, officials said.
  
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• Baltimore pastor unveils plan to fight crime, corruption - Fox Baltimore

  08-02-2020 04:53 via foxbaltimore.com
  Baltimore pastor unveils plan to fight crime, corruption  Fox Baltimore
  
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• Two Men Killed As Ceasefire Weekend Begins In Baltimore - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 04:45 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Two Men Killed As Ceasefire Weekend Begins In Baltimore  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Surveying The Damage: Five Tornadoes, Thunderstorms Topple Trees, Knock Out Power In Parts Of Maryland

  08-02-2020 04:45
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A line of severe weather moved through the area Friday morning, bringing damaging hail and winds and at least five confirmed tornadoes in Maryland.
  The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in northeastern Cecil County. Two tornadoes touched down in Montgomery County and another touched down in Caroll County. A fifth tornado, an EF-1, touched down in Frederick County.
  In Virginia, officials confirmed an EF-0 tornado near Leesburg, Virginia, about
  
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• Five Tornadoes Confirmed In Maryland Friday - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 04:39 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
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• Five Tornadoes Confirmed In Maryland Friday

  08-02-2020 04:39
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The National Weather Service has confirmed at least five separate tornadoes touched down in Maryland Friday morning.
  Survey crews determined an EF-1 tornado touched down in northeastern Cecil County near the Pine Hill Apartments in Elkton.
  It was on the ground for less than a mile before lifting.
  A number of trees were uprooted but no major damage to buildings was reported. No injuries were reported either.A survey team from our office has confirmed a tornado of prelimina
  
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• 25 People Have Died From Flu In Maryland This Season, Health Department Says

  08-02-2020 04:38
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — More than two dozen people have now died from the flu in Maryland this season, the state’s health department said Friday.
  In total, 25 people, including three children, have died from the flu, with five of the deaths coming in the past week.
  Two-hundred sixty-one people were hospitalized with the flu in the past week alone, officials said.
  Flu activity is listed as high and widespread across the state.
  
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• Judge Upholds Maryland Ban On Pet Stores’ Sale Of Cats, Dogs

  08-02-2020 04:30
  
  COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — A federal judge on Friday threw out a lawsuit that challenged Maryland’s newly enacted ban on the sale of dogs and cats by retail pet stores, a statute billed as a check against unlicensed and unsanitary “puppy mills.”
  Four pet stores, a dog breeder and a dog broker sued in August to block the law, which took effect Jan. 1. Maryland was the second state after California to pass such restrictions on the sale of dogs and cats.
  The law bans pet store
  
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• No Bail For Suspect In Murder, Shooting Of 2 Detectives; Investigation Shows He Should Have Been Behind Bars During Crime Spree

  08-02-2020 04:00
  
  PASADENA, Md. (WJZ) — A 22-year-old Pasadena man is being charged in the shooting of two Anne Arundel County Police detectives and the murder of a Glen Burnie man.
  Joseph Robert Mitchell Willis, of the 7700 block of Middle Gate Court, is charged in the first-degree murder of 44-year-old Christopher Lawrence Jones, of the 600 block of Newfield Road, and attempted first-degree murder for allegedly shooting two detectives investigating the case.
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• Four Tornadoes Confirmed In Maryland Friday

  08-02-2020 03:50
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The National Weather Service has confirmed at least four separate tornadoes touched down in Maryland Friday morning.
  Survey crews determined an EF-1 tornado touched down in northeastern Cecil County near the Pine Hill Apartments in Elkton.
  NWS crews are still trying to determine the tornado’s path and estimated wind speed; more information is expected to come Friday night or Saturday.A survey team from our office has confirmed a tornado of preliminary intensity EF-1
  
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• Live Updates: Four Tornadoes Confirmed In Maryland After Line Of Severe Storms Friday Morning

  08-02-2020 03:25
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A line of severe weather moved through the area Friday morning, bringing damaging hail and winds and at least four confirmed tornadoes in Maryland.
  The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in northeastern Cecil County. Two tornadoes touched down in Montgomery County and another touched down in Cecil County.
  Four Tornadoes Confirmed In Maryland Friday
  In Virginia, officials confirmed an EF-0 tornado near Leesburg, Virginia, about 25 miles south o
  
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• Right Here Right Now: The Art Of Dyeing - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 03:14 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Right Here Right Now: The Art Of Dyeing  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Right Here Right Now: The Art Of Dyeing

  08-02-2020 03:14
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A Maryland Institute College of Art graduate who grew up in east Baltimore has found a unique way to share what she’s learned.
  Linnea Poole works with fiber and dye to create beautiful pieces of art.
  “The art of dyeing for me is a personal process,” Poole said. “It’s releasing stress, it’s just kinda my personal art-making where I can just kinda be free.”
  And free is how she wants you to feel when you’re practicing shibori,
  
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• Woodlawn holds off host Lansdowne’s comeback on senior night - Baltimore Sun

  08-02-2020 03:09 via baltimoresun.com
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• Calvin Stevens Arrested In Murder Of Khari Johnson In Downtown Baltimore - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 02:48 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Calvin Stevens Arrested In Murder Of Khari Johnson In Downtown Baltimore  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Baltimore Buzz: New Lamar Jackson Bobblehead - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 02:48 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Baltimore Buzz: New Lamar Jackson Bobblehead  CBS Baltimore
  
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• 116th Anniversary Of Great Baltimore Fire - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 02:48 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  116th Anniversary Of Great Baltimore Fire  CBS Baltimore
  
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• 4 Candidates Drop Out Of 7th Congressional District Race Following Special Election

  08-02-2020 02:27
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Four candidates have dropped out of the race for a congressional seat in Maryland’s 7th district following the special primary election for the seat earlier this week.
  According to the state Board of Elections’ website, Democrat Talmadge Branch dropped out of the race on Wednesday.
  Kweisi Mfume, Kimberly Klacik Win Special Primary Elections To Fill Late Rep. Cummings’ Congressional Seat In Maryland
  Branch finished with under one percent of the votes in t
  
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• Homeless advocates bring services to Baltimore encampment - WBAL TV Baltimore

  08-02-2020 02:18 via wbaltv.com
  Homeless advocates bring services to Baltimore encampment  WBAL TV Baltimore
  
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• Four shot, three fatally, Friday afternoon in Baltimore, police say - Baltimore Sun

  08-02-2020 02:18 via baltimoresun.com
  Four shot, three fatally, Friday afternoon in Baltimore, police say  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Two Men Killed As Ceasefire Weekend Begins In Baltimore

  08-02-2020 02:00
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Two men were killed and a woman was injured in two shootings in Baltimore Friday night as anti-violence community groups prepared for the beginning of a “ceasefire” weekend.
  The first shooting happened around 4:40 p.m. in the 1700 block of West Lanvale Street. Officers arriving at the scene found a 41-year-old man inside of his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body.
  He was taken to an area hospital where he later died.
  Around 30 minutes later,
  
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• Brandon Scott Says He Was Assaulted By Sheila Dixon Campaign Volunteer At Mayoral Candidate Forum

  08-02-2020 02:00
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore City Council President and mayoral candidate Brandon Scott said he was assaulted by a campaign volunteer of a political opponent at a candidate forum earlier this week.
  In a statement, Scott said the assault happened while he was entering the forum Wednesday evening.
  A campaign spokesperson told WJZ the volunteer worked for former mayor Sheila Dixon and has since been let go. Dixon’s campaign manager Kevin Seymore confirmed the volunteer’s dismissal,
  
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• ‘A Loose Cannon’: Mother Of Victim Allegedly Killed By Man Charged In Shooting Of 2 Detectives Heartbroken Over Son’s Death

  08-02-2020 01:40
  
  PASADENA, Md. (WJZ) — A 22-year-old Pasadena man is being charged in the shooting of two Anne Arundel County Police detectives and the murder of a Glen Burnie man.
  Joseph Robert Mitchell Willis, of the 7700 block of Middle Gate Court, is charged in the first-degree murder of 44-year-old Christopher Lawrence Jones, of the 600 block of Newfield Road, and attempted first-degree murder for allegedly shooting two detectives investigating the case.
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• Asian Fusion Restaurant Ekiben Opening Second Location In Hampden - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 01:33 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Asian Fusion Restaurant Ekiben Opening Second Location In Hampden  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Asian Fusion Restaurant Ekiben Opening Second Location In Hampden

  08-02-2020 01:33
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Asian Fusion restaurant Ekiben has become a staple in Fells Point and now they’re opening a second location in Hampden.
  The restaurant has been delighting patrons with their take on Asian fusion since 2014, including staples like their now-famous neighborhood bird, a Taiwanese curry fried chicken with pickled cucumbers, sambal mayo and fresh herbs on a freshly-steamed bao bun.
  Their culinary philosophy is simple: “We just serve food that we personally enjoy ea
  
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• Alleged Royal Farms Arena gunman had earlier shooting conviction overturned - Baltimore Sun

  08-02-2020 01:16 via baltimoresun.com
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• ‘Students Want To Vote’: Bill Would Require Large Md. Universities To Add Polling Places On Campus

  08-02-2020 01:13
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — There is a plan in Annapolis to get more college students to the polls by bringing the polls to them.
  The Student Voter Empowerment Act would require colleges and universities with more than 4,200 undergraduates to put polling places on campus.
  Advocates argue that colleges and universities teach students about government so it seems the next logical step is to teach participation.
  “There are so many different barriers that prevent students from voting,”
  
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• 59-Year-Old Man Reported Missing From Greater Baltimore Medical Center Found Safe - CBS Baltimore

  08-02-2020 00:57 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  59-Year-Old Man Reported Missing From Greater Baltimore Medical Center Found Safe  CBS Baltimore
  
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• 59-Year-Old Man Reported Missing From Greater Baltimore Medical Center Found Safe

  08-02-2020 00:57
  
  BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. (WJZ) — Police in Baltimore County have located a man who had last been seen at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center Friday afternoon.
  Police said Andrew McNamara, 59, has a cognitive impairment.
  Andrew McNamara. Credit: Baltimore County Police
  He was reported to be home alive and well Friday night.
  
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• 59-Year-Old Man Reported Missing From Greater Baltimore Medical Center

  08-02-2020 00:57
  
  BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. (WJZ) — Police in Baltimore County are searching for a man who was last seen at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center Friday afternoon.
  Police said Andrew McNamara, 59, has a cognitive impairment and may be confused.
  Andrew McNamara. Credit: Baltimore County Police
  He’s six-foot-two, weighs 230 pounds and was last seen wearing a navy sweater, gray pants and brown shoes.
  Anyone who sees him should call 911.
  
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