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Friday, November 20, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,353 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Friday, November 20, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,353 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Friday, November 20, 2020, Maryland reports 177,086 COVID-19 cases and 4,245 deaths. An increase of 2,353 cases and 25 deaths over 24 hours. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 177,086 Number of persons tested negative : 2,008,345 Total testing volume : 4,039,322 Number of confirmed deaths : 4,245 Number of probable...
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Maryland Reporting Largest Number of Daily New Cases Since the Pandemic Began, With 2,910 New Cases of COVID-19

Maryland Reporting Largest Number of Daily New Cases Since the Pandemic Began, With 2,910 New Cases of COVID-19

Maryland is reporting 2,910 new cases of COVID-19, the largest number of daily new cases since the pandemic began. The case rate has increased to 31.7 per 100K, and total hospitalizations are now at their highest level since May. Yesterday, Maryland set a new record-high volume of tests (43,969). One of the most important...
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Wednesday, November 18, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,018 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Wednesday, November 18, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,018 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

As of Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Maryland reports 171,823 COVID-19 cases and 4,201 deaths. An increase of 2,018 cases and 15 deaths over 24 hours. At a press conference on Tuesday, Governor Hogan announced a new statewide curfew on bars and restaurants, reduced capacity at retail establishments and religious facilities, new limitations on nursing...
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First Responders Remind Citizens to Prepare for Colder Weather with These Winter Safety Tips

First Responders Remind Citizens to Prepare for Colder Weather with These Winter Safety Tips

Heating – According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), heating is the second leading cause of U.S. home fires, deaths and injuries. December, January and February are the peak months for heating fires. Space heaters are the type of equipment most often involved in home heating equipment fires, figuring in two of every...
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Governor Hogan Announces New COVID-19 Actions To Save Lives

Governor Hogan Announces New COVID-19 Actions To Save Lives

As COVID surges across the country, Governor Hogan is taking new actions today to save lives and to prevent the overburdening of Maryland’s healthcare system like is now being seen in other states. At a press conference earlier today, Governor Hogan announced a new statewide curfew on bars and restaurants, reduced capacity at retail...
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Governor Hogan Announces Maryland’s Future 20 Start-Up Companies

Governor Hogan Announces Maryland’s Future 20 Start-Up Companies

In celebration of National Entrepreneur’s Day, Governor Larry Hogan today announced Maryland’s Future 20, a list of innovative startups from various industries that have the potential to be the state’s next major business success story. The Maryland Future 20 is part of Innovation Uncovered, an ongoing initiative by the Maryland Department of Commerce to...
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November 17, 2020: Largest-Ever Daily Increase of New Cases of COVID-19 in Maryland

November 17, 2020: Largest-Ever Daily Increase of New Cases of COVID-19 in Maryland

As of Tuesday, November 17, 2020, Maryland reports 169,805 COVID-19 cases and 4,186 deaths. An increase of 2,149 cases and 26 deaths over 24 hours. Maryland is now seeing widespread community transmission, not just in cities and urban areas, but in rural counties that had not experienced the large spikes earlier this year. Today...
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Maryland Reports 1,726 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Maryland Reports 1,726 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 167,656 Number of persons tested negative : 1,955,619 Total testing volume : 3,894,566 Number of confirmed deaths : 4,160 Number of probable deaths : 149 Currently hospitalized : 985 Acute care : 748 Intensive care : 237 Ever hospitalized : 18,688 Released from isolation :...
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Maryland State Police Aviation Command To Host Virtual Open House for Potential Trooper Flight Paramedics

Maryland State Police Aviation Command To Host Virtual Open House for Potential Trooper Flight Paramedics

Paramedics interested in pursuing a rewarding career will have an opportunity to get a glimpse into the everyday life of a Trooper Flight Paramedic from the safety of their computer screens. On December 2, 2020, from 5:00 p.m., to 6:30 p.m., tuning into the Maryland State Police Aviation Command virtual open house will provide...
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Maryland Reports 1,869 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Maryland Reports 1,869 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 161,769 Number of persons tested negative : 1,922,533 Total testing volume : 3,793,532 Number of confirmed deaths : 4,124 Number of probable deaths : 149 Currently hospitalized : 914 Acute care : 706 Intensive care : 208 Ever hospitalized : 18,281 Released from isolation : 8,343 Cases and Deaths Data Breakdown: Parenthesis = Confirmed death,...
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Governor Hogan Announces Maryland Awarded Over $6 Million to Continue Expanding Apprenticeships

Governor Hogan Announces Maryland Awarded Over $6 Million to Continue Expanding Apprenticeships

Governor Larry Hogan today announced during National Apprenticeship Week that the Maryland Department of Labor has received a $6,012,924 award from the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) for a State Apprenticeship Expansion Grant. This grant is the fourth in a series of expansion grants awarded to the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program (MATP) and...
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Governor Hogan Announces $70 Million In New Investments To Protect The Health, Safety, And Well-Being Of Marylanders

Governor Hogan Announces $70 Million In New Investments To Protect The Health, Safety, And Well-Being Of Marylanders

Governor Larry Hogan announced the commitment of $70 million in new investments for initiatives to protect the health, safety, and well-being of Marylanders during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The $70 million of new investments I’m announcing today will help us to protect the health and safety of even more Marylanders,” said Governor Hogan. “Unfortunately, we...
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The National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Watch for Southern Maryland, Citizens Urged to Turn Around, Don’t Drown

The National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Watch for Southern Maryland, Citizens Urged to Turn Around, Don’t Drown

The National Weather Service has issued a FLASH FLOOD WATCH for St. Mary’s County, Anne Arundel, Calvert, Central and Southeast Montgomery, Charles, and Prince George’s Counties until Thursday, November, 12, 2020, 11:00 a.m. Several rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall, with a few embedded thunderstorms possible, are expected to persist through Thursday morning. The...
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Ring Recalls (2nd Gen) Video Doorbells Due to Fire Hazard After 85 Reported Incidents Resulting in 23 Fires and 8 Burn Victims

Ring Recalls (2nd Gen) Video Doorbells Due to Fire Hazard After 85 Reported Incidents Resulting in 23 Fires and 8 Burn Victims

This recall involves Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Generation), model number 5UM5E5 smart doorbell cameras. The video doorbells have a blue ring at the front and come in two colors: “satin nickel” (black and silver) and “venetian bronze” (black and bronze). They were sold with a mounting bracket and a USB charging cable. The two-way...
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Anne Arundel County Executive Pittman Launches Federal CARES Act Funding/Grant for Volunteer Fire Departments

Anne Arundel County Executive Pittman Launches Federal CARES Act Funding/Grant for Volunteer Fire Departments

Today, Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced $400,000 of federal CARES Act funding to support county volunteer fire companies. The county is establishing a new grant program designed to help volunteer fire companies whose operations have been impacted by COVID-related restrictions. “Anne Arundel Volunteer Fire Companies are an important part of our Fire...
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Governor Larry Hogan Announces COVID-19 Restrictions Starting on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 5:00 p.m.

Governor Larry Hogan Announces COVID-19 Restrictions Starting on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 5:00 p.m.

During Governor Larry Hogan’s press conference held on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, Hogan announced Maryland has seen record breaking COVID-19 numbers. Hogan announced Effective Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. All indoor operations at bars and restaurants are required to operate at 50% capacity. Patrons should not be served if not seated. Along...
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Police in Anne Arundel County Arrest Annapolis Man After Being Caught On Tape Abusing Dog

Police in Anne Arundel County Arrest Annapolis Man After Being Caught On Tape Abusing Dog

Police say Jeffrey Keith Donohue, 39, of Annapolis, was seen on home surveillance video, abusing the 3-year-old Polish Sheepdog he shared with his girlfriend. On November 6, 2020 at approximately 10:50 p.m. officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department responded to the 1000 block of Carriage Hill Court in Annapolis for a report...
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Maryland Reports 155,371 COVID-19 Cases and 4,072 Deaths. An Increase of 5,230 Cases in 5 Days

Maryland Reports 155,371 COVID-19 Cases and 4,072 Deaths. An Increase of 5,230 Cases in 5 Days

As of Monday, November 9, 2020, Maryland reports 153,996 COVID-19 cases and 4,072 deaths. An increase of 5,230 cases in 5 days. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 155,371 Number of persons tested negative : 1,882,274 Total testing volume : 3,678,109 Number of confirmed deaths : 4,072 Number of probable deaths...
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One Firefighter Injured During 2-Alarm Structure Fire in Lothian, Three Occupants Displaced

One Firefighter Injured During 2-Alarm Structure Fire in Lothian, Three Occupants Displaced

On Saturday, November 7, 2020, at approximately 7:15 p.m., fire and rescue personnel responded to 5501 Sands Road in Lothian, for the reported structure fire. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find a large four story house with smoke and fire showing from the basement. Crews quickly extinguished the basement fire in under 15...
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Governor Hogan Says, “Just Wear The Damn Masks”: Statewide Masking Order and Travel Advisory Remain in Full Effect

Governor Hogan Says, “Just Wear The Damn Masks”: Statewide Masking Order and Travel Advisory Remain in Full Effect

In response to the nationwide fall COVID-19 surge and rising positivity rates, case rates, and hospitalizations in Maryland, Governor Larry Hogan today provided a detailed update on the state’s preparedness and urged Marylanders to follow all public health protocols. “Thanks to the heroic efforts of so many state employees working around the clock, and...
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COVID-19 Relief Programs Now Available for Maryland Restaurants, Artists, and Entertainment Venues

COVID-19 Relief Programs Now Available for Maryland Restaurants, Artists, and Entertainment Venues

As part of Governor Hogan’s latest $250 million relief package for those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, new financial assistance is now available to restaurants, independent artists, arts organizations, entertainment venues, and Main Street businesses across the state. “As we work to recover from the ongoing pandemic, the Governor’s ‘Maryland Strong: Economic Recovery Initiative’...
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Department of Justice Awards More Than $458 Million to Fight Violent Crime

Department of Justice Awards More Than $458 Million to Fight Violent Crime

The Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs (OJP) today announced that it has awarded more than $458 million in grant funding to support state, local, and tribal law enforcement efforts to fight and prevent violent crime in jurisdictions across the United States. “One of the fundamental missions of government is to protect its...
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Anne Arundel County Police Arrest 21-Year-Old Glen Burnie Man After Fatal Shooting in September of 2020

Anne Arundel County Police Arrest 21-Year-Old Glen Burnie Man After Fatal Shooting in September of 2020

UPDATE 10/30/2020: On Friday, October 30, 2020 at approximately 2:36 a.m., Khiry Dewann Queen turned himself in to the Anne Arundel County Police Northern District without incident. He was then transported to Central Booking where he was booked on the Second Degree Murder and related charges in regards to the homicide of Fillmore Burriss....
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Federal and Maryland State Partners Working Together to Protect the 2020 Election

Federal and Maryland State Partners Working Together to Protect the 2020 Election

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur, FBI Baltimore Special Agent in Charge Jennifer C. Boone, Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Woodrow W. Jones III, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations’ Baltimore field office John Eisert and Inspector in Charge, US Postal Inspection Service, Washington Division Peter R. Rendina are...
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Baltimore Teen Arrested After Fleeing Officers and Ramming Police Vehicles, Drugs and Stolen Handgun Recovered

Baltimore Teen Arrested After Fleeing Officers and Ramming Police Vehicles, Drugs and Stolen Handgun Recovered

On Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at approximately 12:05 a.m. an officer was on patrol in the area of Pope Street near Church Street in Brooklyn Park when he observed a male subject passed out while in the driver’s seat of a black Hyundai Elantra. The officer stopped to check on the welfare of the...
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