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August 14, 2018

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Cold-water immersion is 'magic elixir' for heatstroke — and a question in treatment of Maryland's Jordan McNair

Tuesday, Aug 14

Medical experts said Monday that Jordan McNair’s health could have hinged on Maryland’s adherence to medical guidelines for treating heatstroke, including cold-water immersion.

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Gonzales poll: Hogan leads Jealous by 16 points in Maryland governor's race

With less than three months until November’s general election, Republican Gov. Larry Hogan has a sizable lead over Democratic challenger Ben Jealous, according to a new poll. 

Hogan says he won't curtail Light Rail in Anne Arundel despite calls by politicians

A coalition of business and advocacy groups sent a letter this weekend to Gov. Larry Hogan opposing the recent calls to limit or eliminate Light Rail service in Anne Arundel County, arguing such cutbacks “would come at a direct cost to the region.”

Four indicted for carjacking spree in 2017 involving 26 cars, 16 assaults throughout Baltimore city and county

Four suspects from Baltimore, ages 17 to 19, were indicted on carjacking charges for a car theft spree last year.

Baltimore City Council leaders blast police officer seen punching man as 'coward'

Baltimore City Council leaders on Monday condemned the actions of a Baltimore police officer who was caught on video punching and beating a man on Saturday in East Baltimore.

Johns Hopkins remains the nation's third best hospital, according to annual rankings by U.S. News

Johns Hopkins Hospital ranked third in the latest rankings of American hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.

McDonald's to invest $104M in updating Maryland restaurants

McDonald's plans to invest about $104 million in 135 Maryland locations.

Maryland weather: Storms sweep through Baltimore area leaving downed trees, closed roads, cars trapped in Towson

Afternoon rainstorms could cause flash flooding Monday afternoon and evening across Central Maryland, particularly in areas close to the Pennsylvania line, meteorologists said. A flash flood watch is in effect from noon through the evening in Baltimore, Carroll, Harford and Howard counties.

After series of insensitive tweets from major leaguers, MLB, Orioles taking steps to improve social media responsibility

Major League Baseball is taking steps to ensure its message of inclusion overcomes the recent bad publicity, while the Orioles have separate procedures to review and monitor players' public social media posts.

Preston: Michael Pierce still plugging away in middle of new-look Ravens defense

With the Ravens wanting to get more out of their pass rush, nose tackle Michael Pierce is moving to a backup role behind Brandon Williams. But that doesn't mean he won't play a large role this season.

Local food businesses to face off in Battle of the Brands

The inaugural competition between B-More Kitchen companies will be held in the Mid-Govans Accelerator Space.