Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the Italian roots of Joy Behar & Michael Imperioli. Tuesday at 8pm.
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"War on Smog" will tell the story of the epic struggle against airborne toxins that lead to a national reckoning about air quality and the creation of the Clean Air Act. Tuesday at 9pm.
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Get an intimate look at a silverback family in Gabon’s Loango National Park. Wednesday at 8pm.
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Explore the engineering behind Paris’s iconic landmark, the tallest structure of its time. Wednesday at 9pm.
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Turn: Washington's SpiesSimcoe initiates a witch-hunt for rebel conspirators. Washington assigns Ben to a secret mission. Thursday at 8pm.
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Intricate table; two-faced politician vase; mourning jewelry; ceremonial machete.
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"War on Smog" will tell the story of the epic struggle against airborne toxins that lead to a national reckoning about air quality and the creation of the Clean Air Act. Tuesday at 9pm.
WATCH PREVIEWGet an intimate look at a silverback family in Gabon’s Loango National Park. Wednesday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWExplore the engineering behind Paris’s iconic landmark, the tallest structure of its time. Wednesday at 9pm.
WATCH PREVIEWSimcoe initiates a witch-hunt for rebel conspirators. Washington assigns Ben to a secret mission. Thursday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWIntricate table; two-faced politician vase; mourning jewelry; ceremonial machete.
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The Baltimore Banner
What to know about back-to-school vaccine guidance in Maryland
As back-to-school approaches, here’s the latest about kids and vaccinations in Maryland.
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Staying Safe in School With Asthma
How to ensure a safe school year for students with asthma. MPT's Jeff Salkin talks to Dr. Nidhi Kotwal of University of Maryland Children's Hospital.
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Meet the 14 year old college sophomore at Coppin State University. MPT's Jeff Salkin talks to West Muhammad about his academic journey.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Episode 1211
A pair of leggy spurs, a Royal Doulton vase, lighting JFK's eternal flame, WWI soldier mystery.
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Professor T
When a woman vanishes at sea, Jasper and Dan are forced to put their grievances aside.
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Unforgotten
When a spine is dredged out of Whitney Marsh, it leads the team to a new challenge.
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The Marlow Murder Club
A groom is dead, a new will surfaces, and Judith, Becks, and Suzie are on the case once again.
State Circle
A new focus on safety and reducing crime in all of Baltimore's neighborhoods; state officials bracing for Medicaid cuts, plus, the women's race making its first appearance at the Maryland Cycling Classic this year.
HBCU Week NOW
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Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's ecosystems, people, and places.
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Chesapeake Bay Week Programs
Stories of past and present offer a lively, local and insightful look at this mighty yet fragile source of wonder.
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Watch documentaries and read articles about how our climate is changing with the perspective of climate scientists.
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The series that puts a human face on farming while telling the stories of the industry that built this nation.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Explore the region's history through the intriguing stories of its antiques and treasures. And their values will amaze you!
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
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Becoming Frederick Douglass
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass
Two original documentaries and a companion website shed light on the lives of a pair of towering icons in the struggle to end slavery.
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Maryland Underground: Thompson Farm
Can we determine exactly where Harriet Tubman was born?
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Our daily content delivers vital ideas, context and perspectives on issues that matter most as we age.
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Turn to PBS NewsHour for solid, reliable reporting that has made it one of the most trusted news programs on television.
