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Stranded Manatee Dies in Patapsco River Waters

An endangered manatee, which calls Florida and other warm waters home, was found dead in the cold waters near Dundalk, say state officials, who urged residents to report sightings of such rare marine animals. Experts are still working to determine the manatee's cause of death, but water temperature in Maryland are too cold for such an animal to survive. >>> Read more.

Lacrosse 'Stick Doctor' Catches Big Business with Help from Baltimore County

Greg Kenneally turned his knack for repairing lacrosse sticks into a business that is booming now in Towson, with an added boost from Baltimore County. >>> Read more.

Here's How to Get to MGM National Harbor on Opening Night

• The new casino and resort opens late on Dec. 8, and it's sure to be packed with people.

White Marsh Woman Wins $100K from Liquor Store Purchase

• Lottery officials said a woman was 'gobsmacked' by scratch-off win on Honegyo Boulevard.

Baltimore Tutor Charged with Child Abuse After 7-Year-Old Hospitalized

• Police said City Springs Elementary/Middle School incident was visible on video, leading to felony charges.

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