Health

Maryland SNAP and Medicaid changes in 2027 bring new work rules, stricter eligibility checks and higher state costs affecting thousands of residents.

Baltimore water supply will begin using Susquehanna River water October 5 as drought lowers reservoirs, with water treated at Montebello plants.

Ken Urker dead at 34 after Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s partner was found unresponsive in Louisiana. Police are investigating as an autopsy is conducted.

Curtis Bay Energy will shut its Baltimore medical waste incinerator and pay $600,000 after repeated air pollution violations.

Anne Arundel County Red Cross partnership strengthens local disaster response after more than 100 emergencies and expands coordination for residents.

Maryland pharmacy closures threaten medication access as a Hancock pharmacy shuts after 21 years amid disputes over PBM reimbursement rates.

Red Cross blood donation efforts expand across Baltimore, Washington and Delmarva, with donors offered a $15 e-gift card through Oct. 18.

Presley Gerber died at 27 at a California rehab facility. Cindy Crawford’s family confirmed his death as authorities investigate the cause.

Maryland measles exposure alert covers 3 Ocean City locations visited September 3–6, 2026. See dates, symptoms and health guidance.

Baltimore mental health 911 response could change under a new plan sending trained professionals to some 22,000 nonviolent emergency calls each year.