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She nearly died on a playground. Now this mass overdose survivor struggles to find help.
13/07/2025

She nearly died on a playground. Now this mass overdose survivor struggles to find help.

A “bad batch” of drugs that swept through West Baltimore sent at least 27 people to the hospital on Thursday.

Baltimore’s wake up call: How the mass overdose unfolded
13/07/2025

Baltimore’s wake up call: How the mass overdose unfolded

Audio from emergency dispatches show a single call for help for a 27-year-old woman quickly spiraled into a much larger crisis.

New Chesapeake cleanup plan comes with soul searching and the Trump effect
13/07/2025

New Chesapeake cleanup plan comes with soul searching and the Trump effect

The Chesapeake Bay Program is working on its fifth plan to restore the bay by year's end.

The viral foods Baltimoreans can’t get enough of
13/07/2025

The viral foods Baltimoreans can’t get enough of

From crab dip bagels to cheesesteaks, here are the viral foods Baltimoreans can't get enough of, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.

Hey islanders, you’ve got a watch party: Where to catch this summer’s reality TV obsession
13/07/2025

Hey islanders, you’ve got a watch party: Where to catch this summer’s reality TV obsession

As the “Love Island” season nears its end, watch parties, where friends and strangers gather in bars and restaurants to tune in to the show, are becoming increasingly popular.

‘He said he needs help’: Mourners honor Dontae Melton Jr. after his police custody death
13/07/2025

‘He said he needs help’: Mourners honor Dontae Melton Jr. after his police custody death

When nearly 200 family, coworkers and friends came together Saturday at DreamLife Worship Center in Randallstown to honor Dontae Melton Jr., a somber mood was often broken by celebrations of life.

Police investigate suspicious package, shut down part of Middle River Road
12/07/2025

Police investigate suspicious package, shut down part of Middle River Road

The Baltimore County Police Department is on the scene of a suspicious package in the 900 block of Middle River Road.

‘Lives are at risk’: No lifeguards at Assateague this summer, sparking safety concerns
12/07/2025

‘Lives are at risk’: No lifeguards at Assateague this summer, sparking safety concerns

The beaches at Assateague may look as beautiful as ever this summer, but they’ll be missing something critical: lifeguards.

The Antique Man in Fells Point closes its doors after 35 years
12/07/2025

The Antique Man in Fells Point closes its doors after 35 years

The store’s owner, Bob Ge**er Jr., said he decided to close because of his age. The 82-year-old has managed the business since 1987.

Hot, hazy and stormy: Classic July weather grips Baltimore region
12/07/2025

Hot, hazy and stormy: Classic July weather grips Baltimore region

A hot and humid weekend is on the way across the region with temperatures reaching near 90 degrees both Saturday and Sunday.

‘Give it a week’: Resident worries help won’t stick after mass overdose leaves 27 hospitalized
12/07/2025

‘Give it a week’: Resident worries help won’t stick after mass overdose leaves 27 hospitalized

At least 27 people were taken to hospitals for overdose treatment as of Friday, authorities said.

Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1
12/07/2025

Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1

President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he’s levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico.

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