WJZ's Black History Oratory Competition 2023: Watch the speeches
The annual competition invites Maryland students in grades 9 through 12 to write an original essay of 500 words based on a prompt provided to them.
The annual competition invites Maryland students in grades 9 through 12 to write an original essay of 500 words based on a prompt provided to them.
The Morgan State University choir is no stranger to acclaim and audience excitement.
Did you know that civil rights leader Frederick Douglass spent much of his life right here in Baltimore's Fells Point community?
Governor Wes Moore spent part of his Sunday attending a Black History Church service at New Shiloh Baptist Church in Baltimore.
The Smithsonian's National Museum of African-American History and Culture opened in Washington DC in 2016.
In 1837, the church was built, and today, that building stands as the oldest standing structure built by slaves and freed African-Americans in Baltimore.
Leatrice Bulls, a figure skater from Bowie who competes for Team USA, has accomplished a lot on the ice.
Harriet Tubman was born into slavery in 1822 as Araminta Ross on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
As we celebrate Black trailblazers during Black History Month, we are talking about Joe Durham, who was the first Black position player for the Orioles.
The Historic Upton Mansion was once a private residence in West Baltimore.
February is Black History Month and WJZ is honoring trailblazers in our community. Dr. Valli Meeks is the director of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry's PLUS Clinic, the states first dental clinic for Marylanders with HIV and Aids.
A Maryland mother is taking a step back in time to honor the contributions African American have made.
Morgan State University students played a major role in the Civil Rights movement nearly 70 years ago.
Sixteen years after Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier, Darryl Hill became the first Black football player at the University of Maryland.
A graduate of Dunbar High School, Reginald F. Lewis was born and raised right here in Baltimore.
You can step inside "Mae's Millinery Shop" at the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C.
In the early-to-mid 20th century, Pennsylvania Avenue was the Broadway of old West Baltimore.
Are you looking to celebrate Black History Month in Baltimore? There are plenty of venues for you to check out this February.
A once segregated elementary school in west Baltimore is in the process of transforming into Justice Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center.
Local students made their families, schools and communities proud on Saturday during the presentation of the 2022 WJZ Black History Oratory Competition.
Our 2021 champion orator Nefertiti Griffin of River Hill High School recalls her win. She says even as a shy young woman, this platform has given her the confidence to be more outgoing.
"Most of the people who come from communities like I come from, you don't see that often," Dr. Malone said. "We don't see people making it out of these circumstances."
The first African-American pilot to serve in the Maryland Air National Guard says he misses the feeling of flying.
With upwards of 250 members, Black Girls Vote is working to educate and register voters.
The Royal Theatre was an icon in the city, where African-Americans celebrated music.
Former Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby will be sentenced on Thursday for her perjury and mortgage fraud convictions.
A $30 million Security Square Mall revitalization project in Baltimore County is now in its design phase.
A slimmer Lamar Jackson hopes to be even more agile in 2024.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is looking forward to putting last year behind him.
Over the next decade, city and state leaders want to reimagine the everyday experience in downtown Baltimore through the Downtown RISE Strategic Action Plan.
The Port of Baltimore is ready for its comeback story two months after Maryland's biggest maritime disaster, the collapse of the Francis Scott Key and the closure of the Port of Baltimore.
Former Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby will be sentenced on Thursday for her perjury and mortgage fraud convictions.
A $30 million Security Square Mall revitalization project in Baltimore County is now in its design phase.
Over the next decade, city and state leaders want to reimagine the everyday experience in downtown Baltimore through the Downtown RISE Strategic Action Plan.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore disclosed its final plan to close and consolidate parishes in the city and parts of Baltimore County.
The iconic Blue Angels showcased death-defying maneuvers over the Severn River on Wednesday as part of the U.S. Naval Academy's Commissioning Week.
Maryland's higher education system cites several issues it's facing transitioning MDCaps to the FAFSA form's federal changes.
Crews got right back to work after the Dali cargo ship was unstuck from the wreckage of the Key Bridge in the Patapsco River on Monday.
The Dali, the 948-foot-long cargo ship stuck in the Patapsco River for weeks after it felled the Francis Scott Key Bridge, was refloated back to the Seagirt Marine Terminal Monday morning.
The winner of this year's Preakness takes home about $1.2 million. After Seize the Grey won the race on Saturday, that prize money will be divvied up between its more than 2500 owners.
Chef Sammy Davis, winner of Food Network's "Chopped" has brought his perspective of international culinary fusion to the front line of Yebo Kitchen in Baltimore.
Huber is hoping this holiday weekend's forecast rings false, as he's tired of the rain
BCS’ 24/25 season includes something for everyone in Charm City: from highly-anticipated world premieres featuring star talent to regional premieres of high-quality family entertainment. It is the first season programmed by Tony Award-nominee Stevie Walker-Webb in his new tenure as Artistic Director.
Port Discovery Children's Museum joined WJZ at 9 to talk about its upcoming Birthday Bash on Sunday, June 2.
Dr. Levinson from Specialized Eye Care talks about treatments for dry eye.
A slimmer Lamar Jackson hopes to be even more agile in 2024.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is looking forward to putting last year behind him.
The Baltimore Orioles were swept for the first time in 107 series, which spanned more than two years.
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese, a Baltimore-area native, can now call herself a professional sports team owner.
The Baltimore Ravens will have a joint practice with the Green Bay Packers ahead of their third and final preseason game in Wisconsin.
Former President Donald Trump's defense rested its case at his "hush money" trial after calling two witnesses to the stand.
A new federal bulletin warns that AI technology like "deepfake" videos could pose serious threats to the 2024 election cycle.
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a challenge to Maryland's ban on so-called assault weapons, allowing legal proceedings to play out.
While the State Department bulletin is meant for overseas travel, there is concern of a domestic threat from ISIS, two sources told CBS News.
Sheila Dixon on Friday conceded the Baltimore mayoral Democratic primary race to incumbent Brandon Scott.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
It is the cherry trees' second-earliest peak bloom on record and follows one of Washington's warmest recorded winters. In 1990, the trees blossomed on March 15.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
It has long been a popular resource in the community, easily accessible to many college students and neighbors.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Panera faces another lawsuit over a highly caffeinated beverage that the restaurant chain said it would phase out.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
Opioid addictions often start by having access to prescription medications.
Regular screenings are critical to identifying and treating cancer early. It's also important to be aware of any genetic mutations that already exist in your body.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
It's almost Preakness weekend at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. Here's everything you need to know about the event, how to get there and more.
Joan Vassos, who was revealed Wednesday as the leading lady of the inaugural season of ABC's "The Golden Bachelorette", is a school administrator from Maryland.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
Scattered storm chances through Memorial Day weekend
Unsettled weather pattern through Memorial Day
Thursday will feature plenty of humidity and the chance for several rounds of showers and thunderstorms.
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday morning forecast 5/22/2024
Summery feel Wednesday before storm chances ramp up
Scattered storm chances through Memorial Day weekend
$30 million project to revitalize Security Square Mall reaches design phase
Maryland man arrested for role in U.S. Capitol insurrection
Archdiocese of Baltimore unveils final plan to consolidate parishes
Blue Angels bring thrills to the air over the Severn River