Paul S. Sarbanes, a low-key son of Greek immigrants who fiercely protected the Chesapeake Bay and other Maryland interests during 30 years in the U.S. Senate, died Sunday night, according to his son. He was 87.
Even before Week 13 started, it seemed as if the Ravens (6-5) needed to win out to guarantee a spot in the postseason. With the way the early games played out Sunday, an 11-5 finish might be their only hope.
Maryland reported 2,643 new cases of the coronavirus and 26 more deaths Sunday as the state’s rural jurisdictions continue to report higher rates of infection than the rest of the state.
Greater Baltimore Medical Center says it learned Sunday morning that GBMC HealthCare’s information technology systems experienced a “network disruption.”
Brandon Scott takes the oath of office as mayor of Baltimore on Tuesday. He knows what the big challenges are -- violent crime and the pandemic. But, with all that, there’s even more a mayor has to do — or at least think about.
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When you’ re shopping for harried parents at the holidays, gifts that help make their lives a little easier are sure to be the biggest hits. Whether it’ s products that help them care for little ones or crafts and games that keep children busy and entertained, you can win the gift-giving game by finding that special item that eases some of the burden.
In the last six years, state audits routinely have identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities in most of Maryland’s 24 school systems. Experts say cyber attacks on public school systems are on the rise around the country.
Michael Harrison, the former general director of the old Baltimore Opera Company, died of colon cancer complications Nov. 21 at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He was 80 and formerly lived in North Baltimore.
A pet is like another member of the family. You have to play, interact and take care of them. Just like the winter season poses dangers to the human members of your household, dogs also face unique concerns during the colder months. These safety tips for owners will ensure that your dog is ready to handle the challenges that winter may bring.
An Essex man was arrested and charged with attempted murder after, Baltimore County police say, he shot man in what was described as a “domestic incident,” according to a news release.
On Tuesday night, Ravens wide receiver Dez Bryant for the first time will face the Dallas Cowboys, the team who drafted him and with whom he spent his first eight seasons, becoming the franchise’s all-time leader in touchdown catches before a somewhat messy divorce after the 2017 season.
Ed Singer joked with the commissioners that he feels like a “grim reaper” when he joins their weekly meetings to share coronavirus information, but talking about a vaccine bucked that trend. Singer said the state’s first round of vaccines consists of some 150,000 doses, as Gov. Larry Hogan announced in early December.
Much about the first coronavirus vaccines — such as the duration of immunity they offer, possible long-term side effects and variance across different ages, races and ethnicities — will likely take another year or so to determine.
GOP White House hopefuls are essentially left to watch what Trump does next instead of courting fundraisers, building networks and visiting early-voting states.
Mosby, a Democrat representing parts of central, West and South Baltimore in the state House of Delegates, said the new jobs would be modeled on staff in the Maryland Department of Legislative Services in Annapolis.
The Democrat leaves the council on Dec. 10 after one of the longest tenures of anyone on the city’s legislative body: 32 years, spread over 45 years, including two terms as its president and first woman to elected to that post.
Derek Carr heaved a perfectly placed 46-yard touchdown pass to Henry Ruggs III with 5 seconds left, lifting the Raiders to a wild 31-28 victory over the still-winless Jets on Sunday.
President Donald Trump says his personal attorney Rudy Giuliani has tested positive for coronavirus.
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- The Minnesota Vikings have made it back to .500 after a 1-5 start and are in the running for the playoffs entering the final four games. Staying in the playoff picture will require far better performances than this.
- At least 100 people walked their way through the tents during the day Sunday,
- Paul S. Sarbanes, a low-key son of Greek immigrants who fiercely protected the Chesapeake Bay and other Maryland interests during 30 years in the U.S. Senate, died Sunday night, according to his son. He was 87.
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- Michael Harrison, the former general director of the old Baltimore Opera Company, died of colon cancer complications Nov. 21 at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He was 80 and formerly lived in North Baltimore.
- The ads appeared for Hendler’s eggnog ice cream this time of year while the well known East Baltimore frozen dessert maker was dominant in the field.
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