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Port of Baltimore to reopen Friday after dockworkers reach deal to end strike - for now (The Baltimore Banner)

The Port of Baltimore is expected to fully reopen Friday morning after the union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports reached a deal to suspend their strike until Jan. 15 to provide time to negotiate a new contract.

New federal summer meal aid sees ‘astounding’ increase in Maryland reach (WYPR)

A new federal assistance program is greatly increasing summer meal access for children in Maryland — reaching nearly half a million more statewide than last year.

HBCU Week NOW - Now Is The Time

HBCU Week NOW offers films about the under-told stories of sacrifice, courage, innovation, and hope that chronicle HBCU contributions to science, medicine, history, education, civil rights, the arts, music, sports, and more! 

HBCU Week NOW

Subscribe and watch stories about your favorite HBCU campuses.

NEW EPISODES

Big Cats 24/7

The annual flood has finally arrived at Okavango Delta, bringing new challenges for the big cats.

VOTE 2024

Follow our Vote 2024 coverage including the simulcast of the presidential debate between VP Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.

History of a National Treasure: Morgan State University

The story of Morgan State University's humble beginnings and rise as a national treasure.

American Experience

The American Vice President

A look at the US vice presidency, from constitutional afterthought to position of political import.

NOVA

Solar System: Storm Worlds

Discover the dramatic forces creating spectacular weather on neighboring planets and moons.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic heritage with a range of programs offering inspiring stories, thrilling entertainment, and more.

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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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The PBS App

Stream your favorite PBS shows, create the perfect watchlist, connect with your local station, and more — anywhere you watch.

Download the New MotorWeek App

Watch and listen to the latest MotorWeek content all in one place with the MotorWeek app! No need to sign up, just download the app and you’ll never miss a mile of MotorWeek!

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Outdoors Maryland

Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's diverse collection of 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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Artworks

Putting a focus on local and regional artists working in a remarkable range of genres.

PROGRAM AND EXTRAS

Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom

Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.

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.

MPT Digital Studios

Maryland Underground: Thompson Farm

Can we determine exactly where Harriet Tubman was born?

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. 

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!

For the Booming Older Generation

Next Avenue

Our daily content delivers vital ideas, context and perspectives on issues that matter most as we age.

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.