President Trump singles out Baltimore schools over math scores
President Donald Trump singled out Baltimore schools on Thursday for their math achievement scores as the administration begins dismantling the Department of Education.
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MDTA missed critical Key Bridge vulnerability assessment prior to collapse, NTSB says
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) failed to conduct a critical vulnerability assessment that would have allowed them to identify structural risks with the Key Bridge before it collapsed, the NTSB said during a news conference Thursday.
Partly Cloudy Overnight; Mild Weekend Ahead across Maryland
The weekend looks fine for outdoor activities, with more wind on Saturday and warmer temps compared to Sunday.
Maryland budget deal includes more cuts, fewer tax hikes on residents
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced the state is making the largest amount of cuts to the budget in 16 years.
2 more Maryland measles cases confirmed from international travelers
Two more cases of measles were reported in Maryland, bringing the total in the state to three, the Maryland Department of Health reported on Thursday.
NTSB recommends 68 bridges in U.S. be evaluated for risk of collapse
Over the last year, the NTSB identified 68 bridges built before 1991 that don't have a "current vulnerability assessment" and need to be evaluated to determine their risk of collapse if involved in a vessel collision.
Terps secure 15th straight appearance in NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament
Maryland women's basketball is the 4-seed in the upcoming NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
Suspect identified in shooting that killed man, injured 11-year-old near Annapolis bus stop
An arrest warrant has been issued for a suspect in a shooting that killed a man and injured an 11-year-old near a bus stop with children in the area Wednesday morning, according to police.
Controversy arises after President Trump criticizes low math scores in Baltimore schools
President Donald Trump's comments on low math schools at Baltimore Schools had many people in the city talking.
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MDTA missed critical Key Bridge vulnerability assessment prior to collapse, NTSB says
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) failed to conduct a critical vulnerability assessment that would have allowed them to identify structural risks with the Key Bridge before it collapsed, the NTSB said during a news conference Thursday.
U.S. Army of Engineers issues permit for reconstruction of Key Bridge
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued its permit decisions which grant the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) permission to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which collapsed on March 26, 2024.
Baltimore restaurants awarded $100,000 in grants to support relief efforts after Key Bridge collapse
Ten Baltimore restaurants received a $10,000 grant Tuesday from DoorDash's Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund in an effort to help them recover after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
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Terps secure 15th straight appearance in NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament
Maryland women's basketball is the 4-seed in the upcoming NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
Maryland's March Madness hopes rest with the 'Crab Five'
The cuteness of the "Crab Five" nickname belies the resiliency of Maryland's starters.
Ex-Michigan coach charged with hacking to access students' private pics
Weiss, 42, is charged with 14 counts of unauthorized access to computers and 10 counts of aggravated identity theft.
Baltimore natives Derik Queen, Julian Reese fueling Maryland into NCAA Tournament
Derik Queen and Julian Reese developed a bond on and off the court at Baltimore's St. Frances Academy, despite being three years apart.
Baltimore Ravens sign QB Cooper Rush to back up Lamar Jackson
The Baltimore Ravens signed quarterback Cooper Rush to back up two-time MVP Lamar Jackson.
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Hand-holding dog Dunson looking for a Furever Home
Hand-holding dog Dunson is looking for his Furever Home.
Baltimore Banner discusses potential 200% tariff on wine from Europe
The Baltimore Banner joins WJZ at 9 to discuss a potential 200% tariff on wine from Europe.
Art With A Heart discusses its newest location and anniversary celebration
Art With A Heart is celebrating its newest location and anniversary.
Around Town: Baltimore Center Stage kicks off spring youth programs with Akeelah and the Bee
Baltimore Center Stage is kicking off its spring youth programs with a production of Akeelah and the Bee.
Classic Catering shares a peek at their Maryland Day menu
Take a peek at Classic Catering's Maryland Day menu.
Cheesecake Factory is ringing in spring with some new menu items!
Matthew McKenna of Cheesecake Factory showcases a few new springtime menu items.
Enjoy low fare rates to North Carolina with Avelo Airlines! | Travel Thursdays
Courtney Goff of Avelo Airlines joins WJZ to announce the launch of a new nonstop service this summer between Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Wilmington, North Carolina, and Charlotte / Concord, North Carolina.
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of The Bush Declaration this weekend!
Harford County is planning a weekend of celebrations including a display of The Bush Declaration, a gathering of the signers’ descendants, and public events honoring those brave souls who risked everything for liberty.
Keep your little ones active at Groove Kidz Dance Studio!
Arya Lewis and Kaydence Johnson of Groove Kidz join us at WJZ to share a few moves to keep kids fit and active.
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Terps secure 15th straight appearance in Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament
Terps secure 15th straight appearance in Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament
Anti-DEI investigation threatens opportunities for minority students at Towson University
Anti-DEI investigation threatens opportunities for minority students at Towson University
Controversy arises after President Trump criticizes low math scores in Baltimore schools
Controversy arises after President Trump criticizes low math scores in Baltimore schools
Former Baltimore Ravens coach charged with hacking athletes' intimate photos and videos
Former Baltimore Ravens coach Matt Weiss was charged with hacking athletes' intimate photos and videos, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Partly cloudy overnight with a mild weekend ahead for Maryland
The weekend looks pleasant overall. Saturday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, along with a light breeze. High temperatures will reach the mid-60s.
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President Trump singles out Baltimore schools over math scores
President Donald Trump singled out Baltimore schools on Thursday for their math achievement scores as the administration begins dismantling the Department of Education.
MDTA missed critical Key Bridge vulnerability assessment prior to collapse, NTSB says
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) failed to conduct a critical vulnerability assessment that would have allowed them to identify structural risks with the Key Bridge before it collapsed, the NTSB said during a news conference Thursday.
Partly Cloudy Overnight; Mild Weekend Ahead across Maryland
The weekend looks fine for outdoor activities, with more wind on Saturday and warmer temps compared to Sunday.
Maryland budget deal includes more cuts, fewer tax hikes on residents
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced the state is making the largest amount of cuts to the budget in 16 years.
2 more Maryland measles cases confirmed from international travelers
Two more cases of measles were reported in Maryland, bringing the total in the state to three, the Maryland Department of Health reported on Thursday.
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CVS agrees to pay $45 million to Baltimore for its role in opioid epidemic
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
Maryland hospitals take preventative measures, courts close over Microsoft outage
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Medicaid, childcare get support in Maryland with $148M in state spending reductions
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
A Baltimore man died after being sedated and restrained by medics. His mom wants answers
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
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Hand-holding dog Dunson looking for a Furever Home
Hand-holding dog Dunson is looking for his Furever Home.
Baltimore Banner discusses potential 200% tariff on wine from Europe
The Baltimore Banner joins WJZ at 9 to discuss a potential 200% tariff on wine from Europe.
Art With A Heart discusses its newest location and anniversary celebration
Art With A Heart is celebrating its newest location and anniversary.
Around Town: Baltimore Center Stage kicks off spring youth programs with Akeelah and the Bee
Baltimore Center Stage is kicking off its spring youth programs with a production of Akeelah and the Bee.
Classic Catering shares a peek at their Maryland Day menu
Take a peek at Classic Catering's Maryland Day menu.
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Terps secure 15th straight appearance in NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament
Maryland women's basketball is the 4-seed in the upcoming NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
Maryland's March Madness hopes rest with the 'Crab Five'
The cuteness of the "Crab Five" nickname belies the resiliency of Maryland's starters.
Ex-Michigan coach charged with hacking to access students' private pics
Weiss, 42, is charged with 14 counts of unauthorized access to computers and 10 counts of aggravated identity theft.
Baltimore natives Derik Queen, Julian Reese fueling Maryland into NCAA Tournament
Derik Queen and Julian Reese developed a bond on and off the court at Baltimore's St. Frances Academy, despite being three years apart.
Baltimore Ravens sign QB Cooper Rush to back up Lamar Jackson
The Baltimore Ravens signed quarterback Cooper Rush to back up two-time MVP Lamar Jackson.
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Schumer postpones book tour, citing "security concerns" after funding vote
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's postponements come amid expected protests in response to his vote to advance a Republican measure to avert a shutdown.
Highlights from Trump's speech to a 2025 joint session of Congress
President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress for the first time since retaking office, telling lawmakers and the nation that "America is back."
Zelenskyy was told to leave the White House after blowup with Trump and Vance
In an Oval Office meeting, Vance and Trump accused Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful." Afterward, Zelenskyy and Ukrainian officials were told to leave.
Judge blocks immigration arrests at some places of worship
A federal judge in Maryland blocked the Trump administration from carrying out immigration enforcement actions at places of worship for three religious groups.
Judge blocks Trump's executive order ending federal support for DEI programs
A federal judge has blocked a sweeping executive order from President Trump that sought to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Did you know there's a place where you can get free groceries in Baltimore City?
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Free children's bookstore opens in Dundalk to ignite love of reading in underserved children
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
Underground Railroad history discovered at Baltimore County church
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
Maryland florist's acts of kindness sparks community support for California wildfire victims
Washday Floral in Harford County, Maryland isn't just a business for Tiffany RuecWashday Floral, in Harford County, Maryland, isn't just a business for Tiffany Rueckert. It's a passion.kert, it's a passion.
Baltimore native opens gym in Windsor Mill combining fitness and mental health
Meet Baltimore native and professional basketball player King Arthur, who opened Free Sweat Gym in Windsor Mill to promote mental wellness alongside fitness.
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Gas stations in Maryland must post cash and credit prices, aiming to end "bait & switch" signage
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
West Baltimore Giant shutting down, turning Edmondson Village into a food desert
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.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
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.
Marijuana reclassification would give Maryland's cannabis industry a major tax cut
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
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Baltimore Tech Hub skipped for millions in federal funding, will reapply in second round
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. opening restaurant in Baltimore area
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS closing dozens of its Target pharmacies in 2024
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
Raising Cane's opens Columbia location, 5th in Maryland
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
Baltimore County executive vetoes amendments to plastic bag ban
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
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Listeria outbreak linked to recalled shakes now blamed for 12 deaths
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Doctors warn Dundalk residents to take precautions as recycling plant fire continues to smolder
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
CDC: McDonald's Quarter Pounders linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
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Fans of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay euphoric over filming at Maryland restaurant
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, soul singer behind hit "Wish I Didn't Miss You," dies in crash
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
How much did the 2025 Super Bowl commercials cost?
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé will perform at halftime of Ravens-Texans Christmas Day game
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
USPS announces Betty White stamp will be released in March
Betty White will be honored with a stamp on March 27, the U.S. Postal Service announced.
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Partly cloudy overnight with a mild weekend ahead for Maryland
The weekend looks pleasant overall. Saturday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, along with a light breeze. High temperatures will reach the mid-60s.
Partly cloudy overnight before mild weekend across Maryland
Expect partly cloudy skies overnight Friday in Maryland, with low temperatures dipping into the upper 30s to around 40 degrees across the region.
Cooler and breezy across Maryland on Friday
Strong northwest winds will gust over 40 mph at times through early Friday afternoon. Winds will subside somewhat by Friday night, but temperatures will dip once again into the mid-to-upper 30s across the region.
Sunny but breezy Friday in Maryland
Sunny but breezy Friday in Maryland
Sunny but cooler end of Maryland's workweek
Sunny but cooler end of Maryland's workweek
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Terps secure 15th straight appearance in Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament
Terps secure 15th straight appearance in Women's NCAA Basketball Tournament
Anti-DEI investigation threatens opportunities for minority students at Towson University
Anti-DEI investigation threatens opportunities for minority students at Towson University
Controversy arises after President Trump criticizes low math scores in Baltimore schools
Controversy arises after President Trump criticizes low math scores in Baltimore schools
Former Baltimore Ravens coach charged with hacking athletes' intimate photos and videos
Former Baltimore Ravens coach Matt Weiss was charged with hacking athletes' intimate photos and videos, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Partly cloudy overnight with a mild weekend ahead for Maryland
The weekend looks pleasant overall. Saturday will bring a mix of sun and clouds, along with a light breeze. High temperatures will reach the mid-60s.