Hypothermia Alerts Issued As Temps Plummet: Patch PM

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The cold overnight is expected to be brutal, with a high of 20 degrees, according to the forecast from the National Weather Service. Several jurisdictions have issued alerts to let people know they should stay inside. So far, 33 people have died in Maryland from cold-related illnesses this winter, according to the Maryland Department of Health. Twelve of the deaths occurred in the week that ended Jan. 22, officials said.

• Hypothermia Alert Issued In Montgomery County
• Code Blue Issued By Baltimore Health Commissioner
• Anne Arundel Cold Blast: Warming Centers Open Through February 5
• More Resources: Baltimore County, Carroll and Frederick counties, Cecil County, Howard County and Prince George's County.

Slain Teacher Inspires Proposed Change In Maryland Law

"Laura and Reid's Law" is named in honor of Laura Wallen, the pregnant Wilde Lake High School teacher killed in September 2017.

See Super Blue Moon Turn Red Plus Lunar Eclipse View In Maryland

Maryland skywatchers have a chance tonight to watch a rare event: a blue moon, supermoon and total lunar eclipse.

Threat At Aberdeen High School Investigated By Police

A threat against the school was written on a stall door in the girls' bathroom, leading to an investigation and ramped-up police presence.

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• Barn Fire Out In Woodbine: Howard County Fire Officials
• Trash Truck Crashes On I-270
• Columbia Crash Kills 1 Driver And Injures Another, Police Say
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• Head-On Collision Injures 3 In Montgomery County
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