September 2026 marks the seventh season of MPT’s tribute to the legacy, excellence, and impact of America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), sharing the under-told stories of sacrifice, courage, and hope.
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Ten survivors reflect on the events and fallout of 9/11 more than two decades later. Saturday at 9:30pm.
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Peace protesters clash with the police when nuclear subs plan to dock at the naval base. Friday at 8pm.
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The journey of Calvin Tyler, from UPS driver to senior executive to HBCU philanthropist. Saturday at 7pm.
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The role of HBCUs and mentors in growing the community of Black mathematicians. Saturday at 6pm.
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When the mayor of Marlow suddenly dies during a town council meeting, Judith, Becks and Suzie investigate every single suspect trapped in the room. Season 3 premieres Sunday at 8pm.
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Back in London, Susan Ryeland is once again corralled into the world of detective Atticus Pund as he investigates the death of Lady Margaret Chalfont in the Greek Isle of Corfu. Sunday at 9pm.
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NEWS & INFO
Measles outbreak, state Superintendent on the new school year - State Circle (Friday, August 28, 2026)
Dr. Carey Wright on the new school year; measles outbreaks in three Maryland counties; saving local independent pharmacies; and a judge’s ruling invalidating a newly approved ballot question.
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Your Health: Helping Your Kid with Back-to-School Stress and Anxiety
How to help your kids with the stress and anxiety of going back to school - get expert answers to your questions about navigating the season.
Tips for back-to-school anxiety, Baltimore's public golf courses - Direct Connection (Monday, August 31, 2026)
How to help your kids with the stress and anxiety of going back to school, plus, teeing off on one of Baltimore's network of public golf courses.
Temporary Ban on New Data Centers, State's New Tax on Digital Advertising - State Circle (Friday, August 21, 2026)
Life in the fast lane, new research on attitudes about speeding; the State's new tax on digital advertising gets deleted; plus, another Maryland jurisdiction imposes a temporary ban on new data centers.
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HBCU Month
September 2026 marks the seventh season of MPT’s tribute to the legacy, excellence, and impact of America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), sharing the under-told stories of sacrifice, courage, and hope.
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2026
Enjoy the orchestra's annual concert conducted by Lorenzo Viotti featuring Bryn Terfel as soloist.
Dolly Parton: Here I Am
Join the living legend for a musical journey through the people and places that shaped her career. Watch on MPT Passport.
Maryland Public TV
Meet Maryland's Muay Thai World Champ Khafre "Demon Time" Tate | MPT Sports
Watch as 2026 WBC World Champion Khafre "Demon Time" Tate, Maryland's Muay Thai powerhouse, defends his WBC National title against Romani Alicea!
Sweet Appalachia: The Story of DelFest
The story of how the music festival DelFest revitalized the rural city of Cumberland, Maryland.
Episode 1307 | Tiffany jewelry; cast iron toys; Baltimore Glassman; B-17 gunner; German tapestry
Tiffany jewelry; cast iron toys; Baltimore Glassman; B-17 gunner; German tapestry.
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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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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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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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Putting a focus on local and regional artists working in a remarkable range of genres.
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[Emmy Nominated] - Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect
Explore the life and legacy of the nation’s first African American Supreme Court justice.
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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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