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February 12, 2019

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What's in a wage? From pizza shop owners to house cleaners, voices on raising Maryland's hourly minimum to $15

Monday, Feb 11

As Maryland lawmakers debate whether to increase the state's hourly minimum wage, workers and business owners watch to see how they'll be affected. Some saying it’s vital for workers to be paid enough to take care of basic needs. Others warn an increase would be a job-killing measure.

Maryland weather: Several more inches of snow expected north of Baltimore by Tuesday morning

Significant snowfall is possible in northern portions of the Baltimore region through Tuesday morning. 

29-year-old pedestrian killed while walking on Route 216 in North Laurel

A 29-year-old Prince George’s County man was killed when he was hit by a car in North Laurel during the early hours of Monday morning, Maryland State Police said.

Patapsco Valley State Park trails remain closed after historic flooding; officials say they've done all they can

Park officials say that, as of early January, they've "done all of it we can do" when it comes to opening up closed trails and that future work will have to be contracted out.

Fire envelops Watersville Road barn in Mount Airy; no injuries reported

Crews from four counties responded to a barn fire in the 600 block of West Watersville Road in Mount Airy early Monday morning.

On first day, acting Baltimore Police Commissioner Harrison calls new job a ‘privilege’

On his first day on the job, Acting Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison said he’s eager to get to work, meeting the community and the two thousand officers under his command.

Union Craft Brewing to launch 'Divine IPA'

Union Craft Brewing announced plans to launch a Divine IPA in March, named for the legendary Baltimore actor and drag queen.

The must-try food in all 50 states

There are certain dishes throughout the country that are undeniably iconic, specific dishes served at individual restaurants that are absolutely worth the detour.