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Cow Leads HoCo Police on Chase

As many were gathered outside for cookouts on Memorial Day, police said a cow was having a picnic on US 40 in Howard County. The animal was hanging out in the median on Route 40, according to police. The cow's owner had tried to lasso the animal, to no avail. >>> Read more.

Photo courtesy of the Howard County Police Department.

Daycare More Expensive Than College in Maryland, Study Finds

Parents in Maryland may be dipping into college savings for their kids much earlier. They may have to use the savings to pay for daycare before that child even heads to elementary school.

A study recently released by the Economic Policy Institute reported that Maryland is one of 33 states where infant care is more expensive than college, and is ranked second-most costly in the country. >>> Read more.

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Maryland Zoo Weighs In on Gorilla Debate

• Zoo official in Baltimore gives insight into safety protocol at Maryland Zoo.

Mosquito Spraying Begins, 17 Zika Virus Cases in Maryland

• The Zika virus, which can cause serious birth defects, is a “major health concern,” says a state official overseeing mosquito control.

Top 5 Places to Eat at BWI Airport

• Wait times are increasing at BWI Airport, so where are the best places to grab a bite? We share top picks from DC Eater.

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