Baltimore County focuses on getting vaccinations to its homebound residents. Governor Hogan’s easing of public health restrictions is being met with mixed approval. Baltimore’s Health Commissioner says there’s still work to do to bring down the city’s positivity rate. And Baltimore steps into the spotlight with a visit from Vice President Kamala Harris.

Governor Hogan lifts outdoor mask requirements and outdoor dining restrictions as the state’s COVID-19 numbers continue to fall. Baltimore County officials turn their attention to the vaccine hesitant. And Baltimore City renters say they are fighting landlord evictions and a bill touted by the City Council as a viable alternative to security deposits. Our Health and Housing reporter takes us inside the debate.

A big announcement from the CDC on its guidance for mask-wearing is welcome news for the fully vaccinated. We talk with an infectious disease expert about the science behind this shift in public policy. Plus, a profile of Baltimore County’s newly minted Teacher of the Year.

The city of Baltimore will partner with Johns Hopkins to hold safe reopening seminars for faith leaders. A psychotherapist says if the idea of returning to an office full of co-workers is causing angst, you’re not alone. Plus, Maryland hospitals reach a milestone in administering doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Housing advocates demand Baltimore’s mayor close down congregate homeless shelters, and get residents into safe housing. Plus, there weren’t many venues to enjoy this past year, but a vintage pastime survived... and is even seeing a revival this spring. We’ll take you to a drive-in movie.

Mayor Scott gets heat from Baltimore residents and his own comptroller over a proposed funding increase for the city’s police department. Baltimore officials propose to divest city pension funds from fossil fuels and start a neighborhood tree-planting program. And state and local leaders aim to bridge a widening digital divide with improved internet access in poor neighborhoods.

The state launches yet another effort to get more residents vaccinated. City Council members propose a plan to curb illegal dumping in Baltimore. A psychotherapist offers advice on navigating the return to in-person work. Plus: Will Johnny Olszewski run for reelection as Baltimore County Executive, or make a run for governor...and how will his decision affect those who want his job?

The Baltimore City Council aims to give local companies a better shot at winning bids on city contracts. Baltimore’s comptroller will implement a law that calls for one percent of all city construction costs to fund public art. And The Baltimore County Council passes a vote to let more local establishments apply for live music permits.

Maryland’s governor announces plans to move more than three thousand state employees to offices in downtown Baltimore. And after the Maryland General Assembly fails to pass legislation banning hate symbols in public schools, the bill’s sponsor encourages local school boards to do it themselves.

Health officials are concerned over spiking COVID numbers in Baltimore. And the ongoing pandemic has aggravated another continuing national health crisis: opioid overdose deaths.