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• Report: Baltimore employees fired for taking improper trips - WTOP

  29-05-2020 23:57
  
  Report: Baltimore employees fired for taking improper trips  WTOP
  
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• Voters decry delay getting additional drop boxes in place in Baltimore - Baltimore Brew

  29-05-2020 23:41
  
  Voters decry delay getting additional drop boxes in place in Baltimore  Baltimore Brew
  
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• Johns Hopkins Doctor Says Tracking Loss Of Taste, Smell In COVID-19 Patients May Help With Contact Tracing

  29-05-2020 23:40
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — COVID-19 symptoms vary from person to person, but for weeks now, some who’ve been diagnosed with the virus have reported losing some sense of smell and taste.
  One doctor at Johns Hopkins said he believes tracking these symptoms can help with contact tracing.
  Possible culprits for someone losing their sense of taste or smell can be a head injury or nasal blockage, but one of the most common cases is a viral infection.
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• ‘I Hope It Resonates With People’: Jesus Trejo On Showtime Comedy Special ‘Stay At Home Son’

  29-05-2020 23:37
  
  (CBS Local)– Jesus Trejo is one of the funniest comedians out there and on Friday the world will get to watch his first hour long special on Showtime.
  “Stay At Home Son” was filmed last November and the California native has  put in a lot of work to get to this point in his comedy career.
  “I put together this hour and I’m happy that it’s out. I hope it resonates with people,” said Trejo in an interview with CBS Local’s DJ Sixsmith. &ldquo
  
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• As Baltimore reacts to the death of George Floyd, memories of Freddie Gray weigh heavily - Baltimore Sun

  29-05-2020 23:34
  As Baltimore reacts to the death of George Floyd, memories of Freddie Gray weigh heavily  Baltimore Sun
  
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• University System Of Maryland’s Fall Semester Planned As Hybrid In-Person, Remote Instruction

  29-05-2020 23:17
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — University System of Maryland institutions will be a hybrid in-person, remote instruction this fall semester.
  Over the next two weeks, each USM institution will announce an overview of its initial planning for the fall 2020 semester.
  Each campus plan will follow general guidelines and critical factors determined by the Return to Campus Advisory Group appointed by USM Chancellor Jay A. Perman in April—including federal, state, and local public health guidance.
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• LIST: Baltimore Restaurants Open For Outdoor Dining

  29-05-2020 23:06
  
  Baltimore restaurants are open for outdoor dining as of 5 p.m. Friday evening.
  
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• Maryland reports 1,279 new coronavirus cases, surpasses 50,000 infections - Baltimore Sun

  29-05-2020 22:54
  Maryland reports 1,279 new coronavirus cases, surpasses 50,000 infections  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Why You Need To Rescan Your Channels On July 2

  29-05-2020 22:51
  
  Due to a government mandate, WJZ-TV is transitioning to a new physical channel on July 2nd, 2020.  If you use an antenna to receive our station over the air, you will need to rescan the channels on your TV to continue to receive us after July 2nd.
  After the rescan, you’ll still find us on Channel 13 dash 1. No new equipment or services are required in order to keep your local channel access. If you receive us over cable, satellite, or Fios, no action is required
  
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• ‘United We Sing: A GRAMMY Salute To The Unsung Heroes’ Coming To CBS on June 21st

  29-05-2020 22:43
  
  CBS and the Recording Academy announced today a new two-hour special event United We Sing: A GRAMMY Salute To The Unsung Heroes hosted by GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning singer and actor Harry Connick, Jr., celebrating essential workers across America. The special will be broadcast Sunday, June 21st (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) only on CBS and streaming on CBS All Access.
  The show features GRAMMY and Emmy Award-winning singer and actor Harry Connick, Jr. and his filmmaker daughter, Georgia Con
  
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• New Baltimore City Program Will Help Residents With Stress, Trauma Of COVID-19 Pandemic

  29-05-2020 22:42
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A new Baltimore city initiative will help residents deal with the stress and trauma of the coronavirus pandemic.
  Baltimore Mayor Jack Young said the COVID-19 Coordinated Mental Health Recovery Effort, lead by City Councilman Zeke Cohen, will help the city heal as it begins its recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
  “It is essential that we provide residents the resources to cope and recover during this critical time,” Young said. “We understand trauma is r
  
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• Baltimore City Set To Distribute 1,200 AC Units, 25K Fans For Older Adults As Code Red Extreme Heat Season Begins - CBS Baltimore

  29-05-2020 22:31
  
  Baltimore City Set To Distribute 1,200 AC Units, 25K Fans For Older Adults As Code Red Extreme Heat Season Begins  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Man Stabbed In Gwynn Oak, Suspect In Custody - CBS Baltimore

  29-05-2020 22:22
  
  Man Stabbed In Gwynn Oak, Suspect In Custody  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Reopening Maryland: Restaurants With Outdoor Dining Open Up For Customers Friday

  29-05-2020 22:21
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Restaurants with outdoor dining are getting ready to reopen in Maryland when the latest coronavirus restrictions are lifted at 5 p.m. Friday — just in time for the weekend.
  Outdoor dining is among the activities permitted now in Maryland as long as they abide by some regulations, Gov. Larry Hogan announced earlier this week. Hogan also lifted restrictions on retailers, allowing for more capacity for customers, youth day camps, outdoor pools and more.
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• Baltimore voters face watershed moment with mayoral primary - WTOP

  29-05-2020 22:21
  
  Baltimore voters face watershed moment with mayoral primary  WTOP
  
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• Baltimore City Set To Distribute 1,200 AC Units, 25K Fans For Older Adults As Code Red Extreme Heat Season Begins

  29-05-2020 22:15
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore City’s Code Red Extreme Heat season is upon the city, and with it come some new measures the city says it’s taking to help older and more vulnerable adults during the summer.
  The city has bought and will distribute 1,200 air conditioning units and 25,000 fans for the city’s older adults.
  “While we continue to work to limit the spread of COVID-19, it is important to remember the threat extreme heat creates for our residents,” Mayor Y
  
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• Baltimore City Recreation & Parks Reopen City Tennis Courts, Disk Golf Courses - CBS Baltimore

  29-05-2020 22:08
  
  Baltimore City Recreation & Parks Reopen City Tennis Courts, Disk Golf Courses  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Man Stabbed In Gwynn Oak, Suspect In Custody

  29-05-2020 22:04
  
  GWYNN OAK, MD. (WJZ) — Baltimore County Police are investigating a stabbing in Gwynn Oak that left a man hospitalized Thursday morning.
  Police responded just before 5 a.m. to the 3600 block of Campfield Road for a call about a stabbing.
  Officers found a man outside of the home with trauma to his upper body. He was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  Officers found the suspect, identified as Michael Anthony Young, 29, of the 2900 block of Allendale Road, walking nearby
  
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• Baltimore City Recreation & Parks Reopen City Tennis Courts, Disk Golf Courses

  29-05-2020 21:57
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Mayor Jack Young announced the reopening of Baltimore City-owned tennis and disk golf courts on Friday.
  “I understand that sports, exercise, and time spent outdoors are essential to both our physical and mental health,” Mayor Young said. “That is why I tasked Director Moore and Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP) with evaluating and providing the best, and safest solutions to restore outdoor recreation options for our residents.”
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• Baltimore Police Offer $19K Reward For Information Leading To Arrest Of Antonio Janifer, Suspect Accused Of Shooting Officer Joshua Jackson, Carjacking Bystander

  29-05-2020 21:55
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Baltimore Police Department announced Friday a combined reward of up to $19,000 for information leading to the arrest of Antonio Janifer, the suspect accused of allegedly shooting Officer Joshua Jackson and carjacking a bystander in Federal Hill.
  Jackson, of the Central District, was on routine patrol Tuesday night when he saw a vehicle moving erratically near the intersection of East Pratt and Light streets around 9:25 p.m.
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• Baltimore Police announce a $19,000 reward for officer shooting suspect - Fox Baltimore

  29-05-2020 21:26
  Baltimore Police announce a $19,000 reward for officer shooting suspect  Fox Baltimore
  
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• Rudy Gay presents $50,000 check to Baltimore health care provider to help fight COVID-19 - WOAI

  29-05-2020 21:00
  Rudy Gay presents $50,000 check to Baltimore health care provider to help fight COVID-19  WOAI
  
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• Baltimore-area bars, restaurants drop delivery apps over 'outrageous' fees - Baltimore Business Journal

  29-05-2020 20:51
  Baltimore-area bars, restaurants drop delivery apps over 'outrageous' fees  Baltimore Business Journal
  
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• Maryland Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watches, Warnings Issued For Parts Of State

  29-05-2020 20:30
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Severe weather is expected in parts of Maryland Friday afternoon.
  A severe thunderstorm watch was issued for Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Montgomery and Washington counties through 9 p.m. A thunderstorm warning was issued for Carroll, Frederick and Washington counties through 3:15 p.m.
  WJZ Meteorologist Meg McNamara has details:
  It may be late May but it’s feeling rather summery across Maryland.
  It’s another hot and sticky day but there is relief in s
  
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• Jerry O’Connell On ‘Haircut Night In America’: ‘It Just Made Us Laugh’

  29-05-2020 20:30
  
  Haircut Night In America comes to CBS and CBS All Access on Friday, May 29th at 8:00PM ET/PT. This special will be hosted by Jerry O’Connell and features celebs taming their quarantine manes at home as we all manage the last few months without our barbers and hairdressers. Joining O’Connell will be a cast of celebrities including his wife Rebecca Romijn and Sharon Osbourne.
  CBS Local’s Matt Weiss spoke with O’Connell about the upcoming special and his half Zac Efron/half
  
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• Baltimore’s Will Rosenfield wins Minor League Golf Tour event - Baltimore Sun

  29-05-2020 20:13
  Baltimore’s Will Rosenfield wins Minor League Golf Tour event  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Maryland Weather: Severe Storms Possible Friday Afternoon

  29-05-2020 20:08
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Severe weather is expected in parts of Maryland Friday afternoon.
  WJZ Meteorologist Meg McNamara has details:
  It may be late May but it’s feeling rather summery across Maryland.
  It’s another hot and sticky day but there is relief in sight by the weekend.
  We have to get through a potentially stormy late afternoon and evening though.
  As temperatures climb into the upper 80s and a cold front approaches from the west, thunderstorms are expected to fire u
  
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• Woman’s Body Found In Wooded Area Of Cockeysville

  29-05-2020 19:45
  
  COCKEYSVILLE, MD. (WJZ) — The body of a woman was found in the wooded area of Cockeysville Friday morning, Baltimore Police say.
  A person walking their dog discovered the body about half-mile into woods around 9:58 a.m. and called police. The trail was alongside the Loch Raven Reservoir.Breaking: Dead female body found on a trail alongside Loch Raven Reservoir. Age unknown. Baltimore County Police investigating this as a homicide. @wjz pic.twitter.com/sXdngwAg4C
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• Gov. Hogan Hopes Ocean City, Maryland Visitors Do A ‘Better Job’ Social Distancing This Weekend

  29-05-2020 19:34
  
  OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — As more restrictions are set to be lifted at 5 p.m. Friday, including the reopening of restaurants with outdoor dining, Gov. Larry Hogan hopes people continue to social distance and avoid large crowds.
  Photos and videos from last Saturday showed crowds gathered on parts of Ocean City, Maryland’s boardwalk, many without masks.
  Hogan, who saw the images and videos, said it was concerning.A look at the Ocean City, Maryland boardwalk this afternoon. The sunny weat
  
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• ‘Inflammatory Rhetoric Isn’t Going To Help’: Gov. Hogan On President Trump’s Tweets About George Floyd Protests

  29-05-2020 19:20
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — President Donald Trump’s tweets about the protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd in police custody drew some criticism Friday, after he called protestors “thugs” and tweeted “when the looting starts, the shooting starts.”
  Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan spoke on the President’s tweets Friday on TODAY saying, “inciting things and inflammatory rhetoric isn’t going to help.”
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• George Floyd Death: Maryland Leaders Condemn Deadly Arrest Caught On Video

  29-05-2020 18:39
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison released a video Friday sharing his thoughts on the video that captured the deadly arrest of George Floyd.
  George Floyd
  “The killing of George Floyd at the hands of law enforcement is both deeply horrific and heartbreaking. What we saw in the video was disgusting and shocking to the conscience,” Harrison said. “This does not represent the calling of our officers to serve and protect with dignity and respect.
  
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• Baltimore County Police On Scene Of Homicide Investigation In Cockeysville

  29-05-2020 18:36
  
  COCKEYSVILLE, MD. (WJZ) — Baltimore County police are on the scene of a homicide investigation in Cockeysville.
  There is no further information yet. WJZ has a crew on its way to the scene.#BCoPD is on the scene of a homicide investigation in Precinct 7/Cockeysville. PIO is en route – Media can stage at Pot Spring Road & Colonade Road. More information will be provided when available. ^NL
  — Baltimore County Police Department (@BaltCoPolice) May 29, 2020This story is developi
  
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• Gov. Hogan Extends Order Prohibiting Utility Providers From Shutting Off, Charging Late Fees Through July 1

  29-05-2020 18:25
  
  ANNAPOLIS (WJZ) — Gov. Larry Hogan has extended the emergency order prohibiting utility providers from shutting off or charging late fees for residential services through July 1.
  This includes electricity, water, sewage disposal, telegraph, gas, phone and internet.
  Read the full order here. 
  For the latest information on coronavirus go to the Maryland Health Department’s website or call 211. You can find all of WJZ’s coverage on coronavirus in Maryland here.
  
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• George Floyd Death: Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Says It’s Not Fair To Compare With Freddie Gray Case

  29-05-2020 18:23
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis drew comparisons to the 2015 death of Freddie Gray in Baltimore, but Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said he doesn’t believe it’s a fair comparison.
  “I don’t think it’s a fair comparison,” Hogan said on TODAY. “The evidence here seems overwhelming and clear to me and you have a video of exactly what happened. However, the situation on the ground is reminiscent somewhat of the actions that took pl
  
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• Maryland Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries Can Serve Outdoors, Allow Third-Party Shipment Of Alcohol, Gov. Hogan Says

  29-05-2020 18:16
  
  ANNAPOLIS (WJZ) — After announcing the state’s restaurants can serve customers outdoors, Gov. Larry Hogan issued another emergency order Friday expanding services for alcohol providers in Maryland.
  State-licensed manufacturers of alcohol, including breweries, wineries and distilleries, will now be allowed to serve alcoholic beverages in outdoor seating areas, consistent with the same Department of Health directives for restaurants and bars.
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• Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison calls George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis ’deeply horrific and - Baltimore Sun

  29-05-2020 17:54
  Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison calls George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis ’deeply horrific and  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Two Maryland Youth Facilities Closing Down, Department of Juvenile Services Says

  29-05-2020 17:40
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Two youth facilities are closing down in Maryland, the Department of Juvenile Services announced Friday. 
  The J. DeWeese Carter Youth Facility in Chestertown, Maryland and the Meadow Mountain Youth Center in Grantsville, Maryland will close on June 30.
  Meadow Mountain Youth Center in Grantsville, Maryland
  All DJS staff from these facilities will be placed at other facilities, DJS said.
  Carter Youth Facility, an all-female, hardware-secure committed program, will beco
  
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• George Floyd Death: Baltimore Police Commissioner Says Video Was ‘Disgusting And Shocking To The Conscience’

  29-05-2020 17:39
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison released a video Friday sharing his thoughts on the video that captured the deadly arrest of George Floyd.
  George Floyd
  “The killing of George Floyd at the hands of law enforcement is both deeply horrific and heartbreaking. What we saw in the video was disgusting and shocking to the conscience,” Harrison said. “This does not represent the calling of our officers to serve and protect with dignity and respect.
  
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• Reopening Maryland: Restaurants With Outdoor Dining Get Ready For Customers Friday

  29-05-2020 17:21
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Restaurants with outdoor dining are ready to reopen in Maryland when the latest coronavirus restrictions are lifted at 5 p.m. Friday — just in time for the weekend.
  Outdoor dining is among the activities permitted now in Maryland as long as they abide by some regulations, Gov. Larry Hogan announced earlier this week. Hogan also lifted restrictions on retailers, allowing for more capacity for customers, youth day camps, outdoor pools and more.
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• 2 People Found Injured At Royal Farms In Edgewood, Police Investigating

  29-05-2020 17:18
  
  EDGEWOOD, MD. (WJZ) — Two people were taken to the hospital Friday morning after they were found hurt at a Royal Farms in Edgewood.
  Deputies responded at 4:16 a.m. to the Royal Farms in the 600 block of Edgewood Road for the report of an injured person. They said they discovered two people with trauma to their bodies.Today at 4:16 a.m., deputies responded to the Royal Farms, 600 blk of Edgewood Road for the report of an injured person. Deputies discovered 2 victims suffering from trauma to
  
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• Patrick E. ‘Eric’ Myers, longtime Mount Royal Tavern bartender, dies - Baltimore Sun

  29-05-2020 17:14
  Patrick E. ‘Eric’ Myers, longtime Mount Royal Tavern bartender, dies  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Maryland Hospitalizations Down Slightly As COVID-19 Cases Surpass 50K Across The State

  29-05-2020 16:22
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Coronavirus hospitalizations remain flat in Maryland as total confirmed cases surpass 50,000 across the state Friday.
  The Maryland Health Department reports 50,988 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the state.
  Hospitalizations went down from 1,334 to 1,296 in a day, of which 507 people remain in the ICU.UPDATE: The @MDHealthDept is now reporting 50,988 confirmed cases of #COVIDー19 in Maryland. The state has conducted a total of 328,516 tests.
  The statewide posi
  
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• 3 Killed In Overnight Baltimore Shootings, Police Say - CBS Baltimore

  29-05-2020 16:22
  
  3 Killed In Overnight Baltimore Shootings, Police Say  CBS Baltimore
  
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• 3 Killed In Overnight Baltimore Shootings, Police Say

  29-05-2020 16:07
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Three people were shot and killed overnight into Friday, Baltimore police said.
  Officers were called to the 5600 block of Wayne Avenue in northwest Baltimore to investigate a shooting at around 11:27 p.m. Thursday night.
  When they arrived they saw two men sitting inside a car with gunshot wounds- both were dead from their injuries.
  Homicide detectives were summoned and assumed control over the investigation.
  Less than an hour later, officers were called to the 500 block o
  
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• Baltimore Ravens Pass Rusher Matthew Judon Signs Franchise Tender

  29-05-2020 15:42
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Baltimore Ravens announced late Thursday night that pass rusher Matthew Judon had officially signed his franchise tender, putting him under contract for the 2020 season.
  Since Judon was reportedly tagged as a linebacker, he will make $16.3 million during the upcoming season. The 27-year-old had a career year in 2019 with a career-high 9.5 sacks. He added 54 tackles, four forced fumbles and tied for fourth in the league in quarterback hits with 33, earning his first Pr
  
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• Reopening Maryland: Bengie’s Drive-In Hopes To Open Next Week

  29-05-2020 14:00
  
  MIDDLE RIVER, Md. (WJZ) — Bengie’s Drive-In is getting ready to reopen following the green light from Maryland’s governor lifting more coronavirus restrictions and allowing outdoor theaters to reopen Friday at 5 p.m.
  “Now that we know we can reopen we will be busy getting everything in order to open, such as booking movies, staffing, and ordering supplies. We are very excited to get the 65th Season under way! As soon as we have all of the pieces in place we will announce
  
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• Marilyn Mosby Defends Decision To Quickly Charge Officers In Freddie Gray Case After Attorney Compares It With George Floyd Investigation

  29-05-2020 13:59
  
  BALTIMORE (CNN/WJZ) — Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby defended her decision to quickly charge the officers involved in the Freddie Gray case after Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman, who is handling the George Floyd investigation in Minnesota, drew comparisons between the two cases.
  “We have to do this right. We have to prove it in a court of law,” Freeman said Thursday. “And I will just point to you the comparison with what happened in Baltimore in
  
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• Marilyn Mosby Defends Decision To  Quickly Charge Officers In Freddie Gray Case After Attorney Compares It With George Floyd Investigation

  29-05-2020 06:59
  
  BALTIMORE (CNN/WJZ) — Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby defended her decision to quickly charge the officers involved in the Freddie Gray case after Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman, who is handling the George Floyd investigation in Minnesota, drew comparisons between the two cases.
  “We have to do this right. We have to prove it in a court of law,” Freeman said Thursday. “And I will just point to you the comparison with what happened in Baltimore in
  
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• Baltimore City Officials Warn Of Heavy Traffic Around Meal Distribution Sites Saturday - CBS Baltimore

  29-05-2020 05:49
  
  Baltimore City Officials Warn Of Heavy Traffic Around Meal Distribution Sites Saturday  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Joe Flacco Says He’s ‘Fully Embracing’ Backup Role With The Jets

  29-05-2020 05:40
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Joe Flacco has hoisted the Lombardi Trophy and been the Super Bowl MVP.
  He has been the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL and one of the faces of a franchise.
  Now with the New York Jets, Flacco is merely a 35-year-old backup coming off an injury and tasked with helping Sam Darnold achieve the kind of success he has enjoyed in his pro career.
  “I’m fully embracing it,” Flacco said Thursday on a video call. “I mean, it’s where I am right now, an
  
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