Local News
FDA, CDC Recommend ‘Pause’ For Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Over Clot ReportsThe U.S. is recommending a “pause” in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots.
Maryland Directs All Vaccine Providers To Pause Johnson & Johnson Shot In Light Of Clot ReportsThe Maryland Department of Health is directing all Maryland vaccine providers to stop administering Johnson & Johnson vaccine until further notice, following a recommendation from the CDC and FDA to pause the one-shot vaccine following reports of clots.
16-Year-Old Armed With Airsoft Gun, Knife Killed In Trooper-Involved Shooting, Maryland State Police SayA 16-year-old armed with an airsoft gun and knife was killed in a trooper-involved shooting Tuesday afternoon in Leonardtown, according to Maryland State Police.
Jury Notices To Be Sent Out Friday In Capital Gazette Murder TrialThe Capital Gazette gunman was in court Tuesday ahead of his scheduled jury trial this summer.
Despite Less Traffic, Nearly 600 Marylanders Died In Crashes Last Year, Department Of Transportation SaysOne bright spot of the COVID-19 pandemic was less traffic on the roads, but that didn't mean it was any safer. In fact, traffic deaths are up. Nearly 600 Marylanders lost their lives last year.
Who Is Replacing Ryan Wagner As Orioles' Public Address Announcer?After parting ways with public address announcer Ryan Wagner last week, the Baltimore Orioles hope to have a plan in place for the rest of the season next week.
Politics
LIST: Bills Passed By Maryland General Assembly This SessionMaryland lawmakers have reached the last day of their annual 90-day session with priority legislation on pandemic relief and police reform already approved.
Maryland Lawmakers Ok Sports Betting, Sweeping Police Reform On Last Day Of SessionMaryland lawmakers have reached the final day of their legislative session with mostly fine-tuning to do. They had a productive three months despite being slowed by pandemic precautions.
'Clear the Capitol,' Pence Pleaded, Timeline Of Riot ShowsFrom a secure room in the Capitol on Jan. 6, as rioters pummeled police and vandalized the building, Vice President Mike Pence tried to assert control. In an urgent phone call to the acting defense secretary, he issued a startling demand.
Maryland Lawmakers Override Vetoes On Sweeping Police Reform MeasuresMaryland lawmakers voted Saturday to override Republican Gov. Larry Hogan’s vetoes of three far-reaching police reform measures that supporters say are needed to increase accountability and restore public trust.
Gov. Larry Hogan Vetoes 3 Police Reform BillsMaryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced Friday that he has vetoed three police reform measures approved by the Democrat-controlled General Assembly, all measures passed with enough votes to override the vetoes.
Gov. Larry Hogan Critical Of Police Reform Bills Awaiting His ActionAll eyes are now on Gov. Larry Hogan regarding a series of police reform bills now passed through the Maryland General Assembly.
Business
Baltimore County Group To Recommend Affordable Housing ImprovementsA new affordable housing workgroup will suggest ways to improve Baltimore County’s continuing efforts to expand equitable access to affordable housing.
Stimulus Check Update: Is A Fourth Relief Payment Coming?With the latest round of stimulus checks already distributed to most eligible Americans, many wonder if additional aid is forthcoming.
First Ever Brunch Battle Teams Up Students With Local Chefs In Maryland For Cash PrizesThe Restaurant Association of Maryland is hosting it’s first ever ‘Brunch Battle’ in the parking lot of their Howard County office on April 14 at 8:30 a.m.
Maryland Awarded Nearly $3M in COVID-19 National Dislocated Worker Grant FundsMaryland Department of Labor Secretary Tiffany Robinson announced Wednesday that Maryland has been awarded nearly $3 million from the U.S. Department of Labor’s COVID-19 National Dislocated Worker Grant program to help workers whose jobs were impacted by the pandemic access employment and training services.
Maryland Casinos Set Record $169M Revenue During MarchThe Maryland Lottery reported Monday that the state's six casinos raised about $169.2 million in the month of March. The record amount was reached after the lifting of capacity restrictions.
Baltimore County Holds Spring Restaurant Week Starting April 16Baltimore County will hold its first Spring Restaurant Week from April 16 to May 2.
Entertainment
First Ever Brunch Battle Teams Up Students With Local Chefs In Maryland For Cash PrizesThe Restaurant Association of Maryland is hosting it’s first ever ‘Brunch Battle’ in the parking lot of their Howard County office on April 14 at 8:30 a.m.
Eric Church's Tour Comes To DC's AnthemCountry singer Eric Church will have two shows in DC this winter.
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Announces 2021-22 SeasonThe Baltimore Symphony Orchestra announced Tuesday its 2021-22 season: A Season of Discovery.
The Recher Theatre Reopening Its Doors For Socially-Distanced ConcertsFor the first time in eight years, concerts are coming back to Towson. The Recher Theatre is reopening its doors for socially-distanced shows.
Easter Bunny Returning To Harford Mall On Friday Despite COVID-19 PandemicDespite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Easter Bunny plans to hop on over to Harford Mall this year.
Actor Yaphet Kotto, Known For Role In Police TV Drama Set In Baltimore 'Homicide: Life On The Street' Has Died At 81Yaphet Kotto, who starred in the Baltimore-set police drama "Homicide: Life on the Street" has died at age 81, his wife announced on Facebook.
Health
FDA, CDC Recommend ‘Pause’ For Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Over Clot ReportsThe U.S. is recommending a “pause” in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots.
Maryland Directs All Vaccine Providers To Pause Johnson & Johnson Shot In Light Of Clot ReportsThe Maryland Department of Health is directing all Maryland vaccine providers to stop administering Johnson & Johnson vaccine until further notice, following a recommendation from the CDC and FDA to pause the one-shot vaccine following reports of clots.
Jury Notices To Be Sent Out Friday In Capital Gazette Murder TrialThe Capital Gazette gunman was in court Tuesday ahead of his scheduled jury trial this summer.
Baltimore City Health Officials Say They Will Switch To Moderna Doses While Johnson & Johnson On PauseBaltimore City will be pause doses of Johnson & Johnson until further notice following guidance from state health officials, the CDC and the FDA.
Struggling Concert Venues Still Waiting On Federal Aid Promised In COVID-19 Relief PackageStruggling concert venues across the country still have not received the billions of dollars in federal aid that was part of the coronavirus relief package signed into law in December.
21% Of Gen-Z'ers Would Not Get COVID-19 Vaccine, STAT-Harris Poll FindsAs the state continues to make it easier for those 16 and older to get the COVID-19 vaccine, a new survey shows some Gen-Z’ers remain reluctant to get the shot.