Maryland to launch six mass COVID-19 vaccination sites

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan held a press conference on Tuesday afternoon to update Marylanders on the state’s COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Governor Hogan stated that, While the speed of vaccinations is increasing, supply from the federal government remains extremely limited. Maryland is only allocated roughly 10,000 doses per day for the 2 million people in Phase 1 of the state’s vaccination […]

Governor Hogan announces expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for Marylanders 65 and older

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced expanded eligibility for all Marylanders 65 and over to begin receiving COVID-19 vaccines this month. The state will make 50,000 doses available next week to hospitals, county health departments, and federally qualified health centers to launch clinics focused on elderly populations. “A return to a sense of normalcy has been made possible by […]

Governor Hogan announces statewide actions to accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday evening announced a series of actions to accelerate the pace of COVID-19 vaccinations in the State of Maryland. “While the initial distribution of vaccines does offer a glimmer of hope, we still have a long way to go in this fight,” said Governor Hogan. “Distributing and administering vaccines throughout 2021 will be without question […]

Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to arrive in Maryland this week

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Monday announced that the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, which was granted emergency use authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday, has begun shipping to recipients in Maryland. Maryland’s total allotment now includes more than 191,000 total doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Phase 1A of Maryland’s COVID-19 vaccination plan focuses on front […]

Walgreens robbed in Rosedale

ROSEDALE, MD—Police are investigating after a Walgreens store was robbed in Rosedale this week. At just after 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, December 10, an individual entered the Walgreens in the 8600-block of Philadelphia Road (21237) and pretended to make a purchase at the register. During the transaction, the suspect reached over the counter, shoved the clerk’s arm, and stole money […]

Governor Hogan: Maryland to focus on healthcare workers, long-term care facilities, first responders in initial COVID-19 vaccine distribution [VIDEO]

ANNAPOLIS, MD—As COVID-19 vaccination preparation moves forward across the country, Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday provided an update on Maryland’s plans to safely deliver and distribute effective vaccines. “Our team at the Maryland Department of Health has worked hard over the past eight months preparing plans to procure, distribute, and administer COVID-19 vaccines when they become available,” said Governor Hogan. […]

Fuji Food Products, Inc. recalls ready-to-eat sushi, salads, spring rolls manufactured on East Coast due to potential listeria contamination

BALTIMORE, MD—Fuji Food Products, Inc. (Fuji) announced today the voluntary recall of ready to eat sushi, salads, and spring rolls sold to select retailers and distributors along the East Coast and Upper Midwest. The voluntary recall is in response to a notification by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the potential for product contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. To date, […]

Suspects in July 3rd police chase along Pulaski Highway identified

Police have identified the suspects involved with the July 3rd pursuit and subsequent officer-involved shooting along Pulaski Highway. Robyn Slack, 32, of the 4200-block of Kenwood Avenue (21206), has been charged with second-degree assault and two counts of theft. She is being held at the Baltimore County Department of Corrections on denied bail status. Micah Tucker, 38, of the 2700-block of Chesterfield […]