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NEWS & INFO
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After Trump makes entrance as official nominee, the Republican National Convention begins second day (PBS News)
Updates: Former President Donald Trump, officially the Republican presidential nominee, heads into the second day of the GOP convention.
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Trump picks Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, a critic turned loyal ally, as his Republican running mate (PBS News)
Donald Trump named Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate on Monday, choosing a onetime critic who became a loyal ally and is now the first millennial to join a major-party ticket.
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Gun violence is falling across the country. How does Baltimore compare? (The Baltimore Banner)
Gun violence is decreasing across most American cities. How does Baltimore, which a White House official called the “greatest success story” in the country in terms of violence reduction, stack up?
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Maryland Public Television wins 15 Capital Emmy® Awards during regional competition
The National Capital Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS-NCCB) presented Maryland Public Television (MPT) with 15 Emmys during its 66th Capital Emmy® Awards ceremony.
FEATURED PROGRAMMING
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NEW EPISODES
Grantchester
A murder at Esme’s office sends shockwaves through the Keating family. Alphy meets with the bishop.
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Professor T
The Conference
The Professor must prove his innocence to regain his reputation.
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PBS Short Film Festival
PBS Short Film Festival showcases powerful stories from independent filmmakers. The 2024 festival highlights “Story Time” as we celebrate the art of short form storytelling.
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D.I. Ray
Staying on Top
As pressure mounts for D.I. Ray, surveillance on a new suspect yields shocking results.
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The Great American Recipe
Home Baked
Savor the return of the second Great American Recipe Bake Sale.
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Become an MPT Passport Member
Extended access to your favorite PBS programs. Look for the "blue compass" symbol, then click to sign on and watch!
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Explore PBS Dramas
Gripping crime dramas, breathtaking period dramas, and captivating international drama shows from MASTERPIECE and more!
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WATCH NOW
The PBS App
Stream your favorite PBS shows, create the perfect watchlist, connect with your local station, and more — anywhere you watch.
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STREAM EPISODES
Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's diverse collection of ecosystems, people, and places.
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Stream Anytime
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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Climate, Nature & Our Planet
Watch documentaries and read articles about how our climate is changing with the perspective of climate scientists.
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STREAM EPISODES
Maryland Farm & Harvest
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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PROGRAM AND EXTRAS
Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
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PROGRAM AND EXTRAS
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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MPT Digital Studios
Maryland Underground: Thompson Farm
Can we determine exactly where Harriet Tubman was born?
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Programs and Initiatives
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
MPT presents a variety of programming that strives to represent more of our region’s diverse people, history, and culture.
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MPT KIDS
For Children and Parents
STREAM the PBS Kids channel; learn what's new in children's programs, games, and apps; advice for raising kids; activities ideas; and more!
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For the Booming Older Generation
Next Avenue
Our daily content delivers vital ideas, context and perspectives on issues that matter most as we age.
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PBS NEWSHOUR
News, Analysis, Top Headlines, Live Coverage
Turn to PBS NewsHour for solid, reliable reporting that has made it one of the most trusted news programs on television.