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• Montgomery County Police Ask For Public’s Help In Identifying Suspects Accused Of Robbing Elderly Couple

  02-09-2020 23:57
  
  FAIRLAND, Md. (WJZ) — Detectives in Montgomery County are trying to identify three suspects accused of robbing a 70-year-old man and 65-year-old woman.
  Police say it happened Friday, August 28, early in the morning outside a home on Alpenhorn Way in Fairland.Police believe the pair were targeted, but were not hurt.
  Anyone with information on this robbery, or the suspects, should call police immediately.
  
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• ‘I Am Feeling A Lot Better’: Maryland Man Who Spent 46 Days In Hospital With COVID-19 Continues Recovery

  02-09-2020 23:53
  
  COLUMBIA, Md. (WJZ) — Almost four months ago, Marcy Myles-Clark picked up her husband from Johns Hopkins Hospital.
  He’d spent 46 days in the hospital as he battled COVID-19. When he was released in early May, he’d recovered enough to return home, but he would need months of therapy.
  This week, Theirrien Clark gave WJZ an update on his condition.
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• Ocean City, Maryland, Extends Boardwalk Mask Requirement

  02-09-2020 23:48
  
  OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — If you’re heading down to Ocean City, Maryland, this Labor Day weekend, make sure you have your mask.
  The town’s requirement that face coverings be worn on the boardwalk has been extended.
  Ocean City’s declaration on masks initially went into effect July 31 and was set to expire August 31.
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• Help Continues To Pour In For Baltimore Gas Explosion Victims - CBS Baltimore

  02-09-2020 23:36 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Help Continues To Pour In For Baltimore Gas Explosion Victims  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Help Continues To Pour In For Baltimore Gas Explosion Victims

  02-09-2020 23:36
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — After a gas explosion claimed two lives and damaged dozens of houses in a Northwest Baltimore neighborhood, help has been steadily coming to those affected.
  Empowerment Temple Pastor GJ Barnes told WJZ the church paid $15,000 for the funerals of 61-year-old Lonnie Harriet and 20-year-old Joseph Graham.
  More than $20,000 in additional funds has been donated to the residents who have needed help along the way.
  “I personally have been in contact with these families and
  
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• Residents Upset By Proposed MTA Cuts Prompted By Coronavirus-Related Budget Shortfall

  02-09-2020 23:28
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimoreans who rely on public transportation to get around decried proposed cuts to bus and MARC service as community leaders said budget shortfalls due to the coronavirus shouldn’t be balanced “on the backs of the most vulnerable.”
  On Tuesday, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration announced a number of cuts, citing revenue and ridership drops amid the pandemic. The cuts amount to a roughly 20 percent reduction of lo
  
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• 28-Year-Old Shot In Leg In North Baltimore

  02-09-2020 23:18
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Police are investigating after a man was injured in a shooting earlier Wednesday afternoon in north Baltimore.
  Officers were called to the 500 block of E. Cold Spring Lane at 2:42 p.m. for a report of a shooting, where they found a 28-year-old man had been shot in the leg.
  He was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
  Police said they believe he was in the 4700 block of York Road when he was shot.
  Anyone with information is asked to call 410-396-2455 or Metro Crime Stop
  
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• City Officials Don’t Believe Tourism Will Add To Baltimore’s Trash Woes

  02-09-2020 23:03
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — As tourism begins to reopen in Baltimore, there are concerns about an increase in trash on city streets as sanitation crews work to address a backlog.
  On Monday, the Baltimore City Department of Public Works stopped collecting curbside recycling and redirected those resources to picking up trash. Residents are now required to drop off their recycling at collection locations across the city until November 1.
  “That was not a popular decision to be made, but frankly it
  
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• Maryland Weather: Severe Storms Possible Wednesday Night, Thursday

  02-09-2020 22:18
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Severe weather is possible for parts of Maryland Wednesday night and Thursday.
  As of 4 p.m., a line of showers is located north and west of Baltimore. While no lightning is currently being reported, storms could ramp up in the coming hours.
  Storms could bring heavy downpours, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes to the region, with the best window of time for seeing rain being between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.The National Weather Service may issue a tornado watch for part of th
  
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• Coronavirus Latest: No Fans Allowed At Preakness 145

  02-09-2020 22:10
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — It’s official. Preakness 145 will not allow fans to attend the event on October 3, organizers announced Wednesday.
  “The Stronach Group and the Maryland Jockey Club have been working closely in consultation with local and state health and governmental authorities for the past several months to thoughtfully and safely plan for Preakness 145,” said Belinda Stronach, Chairman and President, The Stronach Group and 1/ST.  “While we had hoped to be a
  
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• Dwayne Haskins Will Be Washington’s Week 1 Starting Quarterback

  02-09-2020 21:59
  
  LANDOVER, MD. (AP) — Coach Ron Rivera on Wednesday announced Dwayne Haskins will be Washington’s starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
  It’s not a surprising development but a confirmation that the 2019 first-round pick did enough to earn the job under Rivera’s new regime. Haskins got the nod over Kyle Allen, whom Rivera knew well from his time with Carolina, and veteran Alex Smith, who’s less than two years removed from breaking his right
  
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• Willy T. Ribbs On Superstar Racing Experience Series Coming To CBS In 2021: ‘It’s Like A Pro Bowl’

  02-09-2020 21:49
  
  (CBS Local/CBS SF)- Superstar Racing Experience made a new addition to its driver roster on Wednesday announcing that Willy T. Ribbs Jr. would be joining the series for its inaugural season in the summer of 2021. Ribbs competed across a wide variety of racing disciplines during the course of his career, finding the most success in the Trans-Am series where he picked up 17 wins.
  However, he is more widely known for breaking down barriers in the sport, becoming the first Black man to qualify and r
  
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• O’s To Celebrate 25th Anniversary Of Cal Ripken Jr.’s Record-Breaking Consecutive Game Streak

  02-09-2020 21:47
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Baltimore Orioles announced Wednesday the team will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Cal Ripken Jr.’s record-breaking 2,131st consecutive game Sunday against the New York Yankees.
  The celebration will recognize the iconic moment when Ripken played his 2,131st consecutive game, passing Yankees legend Lou Gehrig, on September 6, 1995.
  Prior to the game, Ripken will throw out the ceremonial first pitch to his son, Ryan Ripken, an infielder in the Orioles Mino
  
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• Coronavirus Latest: Baltimore County To Move Into Stage 3 Reopening, While Baltimore City Will Not

  02-09-2020 21:46
  
  TOWSON, MD. (WJZ) — Baltimore County will move into Stage Three effective Friday at 5 p.m. along with the state.
  They will go with a modified plan, which will allow enclosed and outdoor theaters to reopen and retail and religious facilities to expand indoor capacity.
  Face coverings are still required for those five-years-old and up, in any indoor business, service, organization or establishment that serves the general public.
  Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski is still urging resi
  
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• Maryland Ranked 9th-Hardest Working State In Country, Study Finds

  02-09-2020 21:34
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Whether it’s in-person or at home, Marylanders are some of the hardest workers in the United States, a new study finds.
  The WalletHub study ranked Maryland ninth in its list of the most hard-working states in the country. The study looked at the average workweek hours and the number of workers with multiple jobs, among other factors.
  Topping the list was North Dakota, followed by Alaska, Wyoming, Texas and Nebraska. At the bottom was West Virginia.
  Maryland ranked h
  
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• Luke Bryan, Kane Brown And More Added To 55th ACM Award Performers

  02-09-2020 21:16
  
  CBS, the Academy of Country Music and Dick Clark Productions today announced that Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Mickey Guyton and Morgan Wallen have been added to the superstar lineup of artists for the 55th Academy of Country Music Awards, and will perform from the Grand Ole Opry House stage. Hosted by reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year and 15-time ACM Award winner Keith Urban, the 55th ACM Awards will be broadcast live from Nashville, Wednesday, Septe
  
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• Kittens Tabitha And Tango Are Looking To Be Adopted From The MDSPCA

  02-09-2020 21:10
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Two seven-month-old kittens are waiting at the MDSPCA for their new parents to come find them.
  Tabitha and Tango have spent a lot of time getting medical treatment at the shelter. Tabitha is blind and Tango is blind in one eye.
  Tabitha; Courtesy: MDSPCA
  Tango; Courtesy: MDSPCA
   
  The sweet pair can be a little shy when first meeting people, but they love attention and petting — as long as you take it slow. They also love snuggles and playtime.
  The kittens may ta
  
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• Police Investigating Apparent Murder-Suicide Involving Estranged Couple In Western Maryland

  02-09-2020 21:07
  
  GRANTSVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — State police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide involving an estranged couple in Garrett County.
  Police said troopers went to a home on Dorsey Hotel Road in Grantsville Tuesday around 4:30 p.m. after a family member of one of the victims found their bodies. Officials pronounced Amanda Monahan, 25, of Grantsville, and Chad Sebold, 37, of Boynton, Pennsylvania, dead at the scene.
  According to police, one of Monahan’s relatives went to her home after l
  
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• Coronavirus Latest: Youth Tackle Football May Resume In Anne Arundel County

  02-09-2020 21:07
  
  ANNAPOLIS (WJZ) — Youth tackle football may resume in Anne Arundel County, just a day after parents and coaches called for their kids to be able to play.
  Protesters in Anne Arundel County on Tuesday called on County Executive Steuart Pittman to reopen youth football. 
  County Executive Steuart Pittman said Wednesday the Anne Arundel Department of Health and the Department of Recreation and Parks established guidelines for tackle youth football and competitive cheerleading stunts to res
  
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• WJZ Is A Proud Sponsor Of The Brigance Brigade. Sign Up For 2020 Celebration Of Champions

  02-09-2020 21:00
  
  WJZ is a proud sponsor of the Brigance Brigade and this year the event the 2020 Celebration of Champions is going virtual.
  You can fight ALS by signing up here: https://brigancebrigade.org
  The Brigance Brigade Foundation is a nonprofit that’s mission is to equip, encourage and empower people living with ALS.
  It was found by former champion football player O.J. Brigance and his wife, Chanda.
  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, BBF has seen its impact — family resources are strained, in-home
  
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• Hilton Baltimore turns another profit in 2019, though Covid-19 casts future finances in doubt - Baltimore Business Journal

  02-09-2020 21:00 via bizjournals.com
  Hilton Baltimore turns another profit in 2019, though Covid-19 casts future finances in doubt  Baltimore Business Journal
  
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• Report Eliminates All But 3 Alternatives To Bay Bridge, Citing Lower Traffic Benefits

  02-09-2020 20:47
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — The latest report examining how to reduce congestion on the Bay Bridge has eliminated all but three of the 14 alternatives from consideration, the Maryland Transportation Authority said.
  The 14 routes originally being considered explored additional bay crossings from as far north as Aberdeen and as far south as Lexington Park to Princess Anne.
  The report found only three alternatives, two of which would be built close to the existing bridge and one of which would inv
  
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• Prince George’s County Man Arrested On Child Pornography Charges

  02-09-2020 20:46
  
  FORT WASHINGTON, MD. (WJZ) — Troopers arrested and charged a Prince George’s County man early Wednesday morning after an investigation found evidence he distributed and possessed child pornography.
  In March 2020, state police’s computer crimes unit got a CyberTip report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children involving child pornography distribution online.
  The investigation led to 26-year-old Rafael E. Mancia-Hernandez. Early Wednesday morning at around 6 a
  
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• ‘David & Tamela Mann Are As Amazing As I Hoped They’d Be’: Courtney Nichole On BET’s ‘Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living’

  02-09-2020 20:46
  
  (CBS Local)– On Wednesday, BET premieres a new show called “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living,” starring David and Tamela Mann and Courtney Nichole. The sitcom from the Hollywood mogul Perry is one of several new shows that he has premiered on the network.
  RELATED: ‘Every Time We Filmed, It Got Crazier And Crazier’: Paige Hurd On BET’s ‘Tyler Perry’s The Oval’
  The show centers around a man named Jeremy, who just lost his job and decide
  
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• Baltimore County Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Charges Related To Impersonation Of Officer To Commit Credit Card Fraud, Aggravated Identity Theft

  02-09-2020 20:00
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A Baltimore County man pleaded guilty Wednesday to to access device fraud and aggravated identity theft.
  Igor Cooper Rosensteel, 29, of Middle River, admitted that he posed as a Secret Service Agent to gain the trust of his victims, then exploited them, stealing bank checks and credit cards, among other things.
  According to his guilty plea, on August 3, 2018, Rosensteel was driving in Baltimore when he was pulled over by police for driving with a suspended license.
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• Putting the brakes on Baltimore transit: Is there an exit plan? Shared sacrifice? | COMMENTARY - Baltimore Sun

  02-09-2020 19:57 via baltimoresun.com
  Putting the brakes on Baltimore transit: Is there an exit plan? Shared sacrifice? | COMMENTARY  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Audit Finds 68K Pieces Of Political Mail Sat Untouched For Five Days At Baltimore Postal Facility Ahead Of June 2 Primary

  02-09-2020 19:55
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — An audit of the U.S. Postal Service found 68,000 political mailpieces sat unprocessed for five days at a Baltimore postal facility in May before the June 2 primary.
  The audit, published on Monday, says the mail was sent on May 12 and sat that long before it was discovered by facility management.
  At that time, candidates were fighting in several political races- including mayor, comptroller and City Council president.
  While ballots were being sent around during this time,
  
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• Giant Food Recalling Squash Noodle Medley Over Listeria Concerns

  02-09-2020 19:54
  
  LANDOVER, Md. (WJZ) — Giant Food is recalling a number of squash noodle medley products over listeria concerns, the grocery chain said Wednesday.
  The recall was issued after a sample of product tested positive for listeria. Affected items have a UPC of 68826718585 and were sold between August 8 and August 19. Other UPCs are not affected, the company said.
  Anyone who bought the affected items should not ear them and return them to the store for a full refund.
  
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• Pedestrian Gabrielle Harmony Durham Dies Following Crash In Rosedale

  02-09-2020 19:37
  
  ROSEDALE, Md. (WJZ) — A 31-year-old woman has died from her injuries after being hit by a vehicle while crossing Pulaski Highway in Rosedale last week, the Baltimore County Police Department said Wednesday.
  The crash happened just before 9:30 p.m. Friday in the 8200 block of Pulaski Highway. Police said Gabrielle Harmony Durham “attempted to abruptly cross” the road when a westbound Chevrolet Silverado hit her.
  Durham was taken to Shock Trauma in Baltimore where she died Monday
  
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• Baltimore postal facility sat on 68,000 pieces of election mail for 5 days ahead of primary, audit shows - Baltimore Sun

  02-09-2020 19:28 via baltimoresun.com
  Baltimore postal facility sat on 68,000 pieces of election mail for 5 days ahead of primary, audit shows  Baltimore Sun
  
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• John Brown Arrested In August 6 Homicide In Baltimore, Police Say

  02-09-2020 19:22
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 21-year-old Baltimore man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old man in the city in early August, city police said Wednesday.
  Police arrested John Brown on August 14 in the August 6 fatal shooting of Yohannes Carr in the 2400 block of Etting Street. Brown is being held without bail at Central Booking.
  2 People Killed In Separate Shootings In West Baltimore Thursday Night, Police Say
  Officers responded to the scene just before 10:30 p.m. on August 6 to
  
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• Baltimore City schools to open 15 locations where students can access online lessons in small groups - Baltimore Sun

  02-09-2020 19:13 via baltimoresun.com
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• Baltimore City Schools, Rec & Parks To Host In-Person Learning Centers For Fall Semester - CBS Baltimore

  02-09-2020 19:09 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  Baltimore City Schools, Rec & Parks To Host In-Person Learning Centers For Fall Semester  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Baltimore City Schools, Rec & Parks To Host In-Person Learning Centers For Fall Semester

  02-09-2020 19:09
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore City students have the opportunity for some in-person learning this semester, though the school system will be taught online for at least the beginning of the fall semester.
  Starting September 28, Baltimore City Public Schools and Baltimore City Recreation & Parks will partner to give more than 1,000 students in-person access to their virtual learning lessons at 15 locations both in schools and city rec centers.
  Student Learning Centers will give students gr
  
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• Expect More State Police Patrols This Labor Day Weekend In Maryland

  02-09-2020 18:47
  
  PIKESVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — Maryland State Police will be on extra alert for impaired, distracted or aggressive drivers this Labor Day weekend.
  Beginning Thursday, trooper from 23 barracks will be on patrol in order to motorists get to their holiday destinations safely.
  “[Troopers] will focus enforcement efforts on impaired driving, aggressive driving, speeding, distracted driving and other violations that often contribute to highway tragedies,” officials said in a release.
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• You Can Help Name Baltimore’s Newest Trash Wheel. Here’s How - CBS Baltimore

  02-09-2020 18:28 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  You Can Help Name Baltimore’s Newest Trash Wheel. Here’s How  CBS Baltimore
  
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• You Can Help Name Baltimore’s Newest Trash Wheel. Here’s How

  02-09-2020 18:28
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Who will join Mr. Trash Wheel, Captain Trash Wheel and Professor Trash Wheel in cleaning Baltimore’s waterways this fall? The public gets to decide.
  The Waterfront Partnership’s Healthy Harbor Initiative has opened voting for a name for the city’s fourth trash wheel, which will be installed in November at the mouth of the Gwynns Falls.
  Initiative director Adam Lindquist said in a news release the organization whittled down a list of thousands of suggesti
  
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• Former Maryland Terp Vernon Davis To Compete On Dancing With The Stars

  02-09-2020 18:24
  
  COLLEGE PARK, MD. (WJZ) — If you can win a Super Bowl trophy, a Mirrorball trophy shouldn’t be too hard, right?
  Vernon Davis, a former Terp and pro footballer, will be the first Maryland athlete to compete on Dancing with the Stars, according to his alma mater.Super Bowl TrophyMirrorball Trophy @VernonDavis85 will be the first Maryland athlete to compete on Dancing with the Stars! pic.twitter.com/cluxlL9CqF
  — Maryland Terrapins (@umterps) September 2, 2020ABC revealed its new D
  
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• 127 Warrants Served, 79 Arrested In Baltimore As A Part Of Task Force Initiative - CBS Baltimore

  02-09-2020 17:40 via baltimore.cbslocal.com
  
  127 Warrants Served, 79 Arrested In Baltimore As A Part Of Task Force Initiative  CBS Baltimore
  
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• Woman, Teen Injured In Double Shooting At Lansdowne Shopping Center Parking Lot

  02-09-2020 17:31
  
  LANSDOWNE, MD. (WJZ) — A woman and a teenage boy were injured in a double shooting in Lansdowne Tuesday night.
  Police responded to the Lansdowne Shopping Center in the 3900 block of Hollins Ferry Road at around 7:30 p.m. for a shooting. They found a woman who had been shot in the upper body. She was taken to an area hospital and is in serious condition.
  Shortly after, officers learned of a second victim, a teenage boy, who walked into a local hospital with a gunshot wound to the upper body
  
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• $30M Eviction Prevention Program To Help Baltimore Families Dealing With COVID-19 Related Issues Stay In Their Homes

  02-09-2020 17:16
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Mayor Jack Young announced a $30 million eviction prevention program on Wednesday, meant to help keep Baltimore families in their homes as the eviction moratorium expired this week.
  The program, set to begin in late September, builds on the city’s Temporary Rent Support program to give more extended support to families, the mayor said Wednesday.
  Baltimore residents can qualify if they have a household income of 50 percent or less of the average medium income, p
  
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• Phil Keoghan On Season One Of ‘Tough As Nails’: ‘An Opportunity To Not Only Entertain But Also Push A Message Out About Unity’

  02-09-2020 17:00
  
  Ten-plus years ago Phil Keoghan, host of the The Amazing Race, had the idea for a different kind of reality competition. Tough As Nails is a show that pits contestants against one another in challenges that represent the hard work, grit and determination of millions of everyday people. Last week saw the end of the team portion of the competition and tonight at 9:00PM ET/PT, only on CBS and streaming on CBS All Access, viewers will get to see the thrilling conclusion of the individual competition
  
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• Coronavirus Symptoms Can Last Much Longer Than Initially Thought, Experts Say

  02-09-2020 16:40
  
  (CNN) — Months into the pandemic that has infected more than 6 million Americans, the public and experts alike are learning the impacts of Covid-19 can drag on longer than expected.
  The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises that most Americans who have tested positive for coronavirus can return to work or school 10 days after the onset of symptoms, unless the illness requires hospitalization. But new research suggest that the virus and its symptoms are often no where near f
  
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• Coronavirus Latest: Baltimore Will Not Move To Phase 3, Anticipates Being Phase 2 Ready With 50% Indoor Dining By Next Week

  02-09-2020 16:40
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore City will not move into Phase Three, Mayor Young announced Wednesday morning.
  While some parts of the state may feel ready to move fully into Phase Three, that is not the case for Baltimore City, he said-meaning theaters and other venues must remain closed.
  He said while the city does anticipate to move into Phase 2 next week, allowing 50 percent indoor dining capacity. All other restrictions in the city will not change Friday at 5 p.m., he added.
  “We do n
  
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• Here’s what Baltimore-area counties are planning as Maryland moves into Stage Three of coronavirus recovery - Baltimore Sun

  02-09-2020 16:26 via baltimoresun.com
  Here’s what Baltimore-area counties are planning as Maryland moves into Stage Three of coronavirus recovery  Baltimore Sun
  
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• Coronavirus In Maryland: Hospitalizations Slightly Down, ICU Cases Flat As More Than 450 New Cases Reported

  02-09-2020 16:11
  
  ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — More than 450 new coronavirus cases were reported in Maryland as of Wednesday morning, as the number of hospitalizations slightly decreased.
  A total of 109,319 COVID-19 cases were reported in Maryland over the span of the pandemic, that’s 456 more than Tuesday. Hospitalizations went down from 377 to 370, while ICU cases remain flat going up by once case since Tuesday to 113.
  A total of 3,623 Marylanders have died from the virus, six more since Tuesday.
  The stat
  
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• Coronavirus Latest: Baltimore Mayor Jack Young Gives COVID-19 Update

  02-09-2020 16:05
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore Mayor Jack Young is expected to announce a COVID-19 update, just a day after Gov. Larry Hogan announced Maryland can move into Stage Three of reopening in the state.
   
  
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• Task Force Begins Reviewing Montgomery County Police Department’s Funding, Accessing Racism

  02-09-2020 15:42
  
  ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) — A task force has begun its work reviewing operations in a Maryland police department, including examining the agency’s funding and assessing racism in law enforcement.
  The 80-member task force began evaluating the Montgomery County Police Department this week, according to the county. The group will make recommendations on policy reforms and changes to the department by the beginning of next year.
  Members include community activists, human rights representatives
  
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• 2 Shot In Baltimore Early Wednesday

  02-09-2020 14:55
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Two people were shot in Baltimore early Wednesday morning in two separate incidents.
  Eastern district officers were called to the 1300 block of North Milton Avenue around 2:49 a.m. for a reported shooting.
  There, they found a 19-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to the arm. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
  Detectives learned the man was shot in the 700 block of North Rose Street. Other officers were dispatched to that location earlier afte
  
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• 127 Warrants Served, 79 Arrested In Baltimore As A Part Of Task Force Initiative

  02-09-2020 14:42
  
  BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A warrant initiative targeting suspects wanted for various crimes in Baltimore led to the arrest of 79 people and allowed authorities to serve 127 open warrants.
  During the first two weeks of August, the Baltimore Police Department along with Maryland State Police, U.S. Marshals, Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services, Baltimore County Police and Baltimore School Police worked to serve warrants for rape, robbery, burglary, attempted murder, assaults both
  
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