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Late Midshipman Was Decorated Leader + Algae Contaminates Reservoir: MD Top News

The midshipman who died while hiking in Chile was a decorated leader. Plus, algae contaminated a Maryland reservoir. Here's the top news.

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The United States Naval Academy, pictured above, said a midshipman died recently while hiking in Chile.
The United States Naval Academy, pictured above, said a midshipman died recently while hiking in Chile. (Jacob Baumgart/Patch)

MARYLAND — A midshipman died recently while hiking in Chile, and algae contaminated a Maryland reservoir. Plus, the governor's primary has two projected winners.

Here are the biggest stories of the week:

Naval Academy Identifies Late Midshipman After Fatal Fall In Chile

The Naval Academy identified the midshipman who died last weekend. Officials said the Texas native fell while hiking in Chile.

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Avoid Triadelphia Reservoir Due To Blue-Green Algae Contamination

Officials warn people and pets to avoid contact with the water at Triadelphia Reservoir due to a blue-green algae contamination.

Wes Moore Projected To Win Democratic Nomination For MD Governor

Wes Moore won the Democratic nomination in the Maryland governor's race, multiple news outlets projected. He could face Dan Cox in November.

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Dan Cox Wins GOP Nomination For Governor Over Kelly Schulz: AP

The GOP governor's primary has been won by Dan Cox, backed by Donald Trump, AP says. Opponent Kelly Schulz says she's not giving up.

Maryland Husband, Wife Battle Back-To-Back Cancer Diagnosis

Last year, Shauna Ellis, 43, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Not long after, her husband, Jason, 47, was diagnosed with colon cancer.

Carnival Cruise Line Now Using Facial Biometrics At Port Of Baltimore

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, in partnership with Carnival Cruise Lines, will use facial scanning to verify passengers' identities.

Montgomery County Is Wealthiest In Maryland Based On 3 Factors

SmartAsset ranked Maryland localities on residents' wealth based on three factors, and Montgomery County came out on top.

Maryland Hospitals Must Offer Abortions To Save Mother’s Life: Biden

In April, Maryland lawmakers passed the Abortion Care Access Act, which expands who can offer abortion services.

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