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Weather Alert Day: Widespread rain, strong winds Wednesday
The WJZ First Alert weather team has declared Wednesday an Alert Day due to the threat of widespread gusty storms.
American Red Cross is in dire need of blood, platelet donations
The American Red Cross needs blood and platelet donors to give now in order to fight the potential impact of seasonal illnesses and a potentially severe flu season on the blood supply.
Woman charged in death of four-year-old
One of two women charged in the death of a four-year-old Malachi Lawson, in 2019 was in court on Wednesday.
Maryland mom found incompetent to stand trial, charges dismissed in death of her children
Three-year-old Sarah Hoggle and her two-year-old brother, Jacob, disappeared in September 2014
Grace period for Maryland E-ZPass toll penalties extended for two weeks
The Maryland Transportation Authority has extended the E-ZPass grace period by two weeks.
Mayor Scott rejects effort to change requirements for Baltimore City Council pension plan
Mayor Brandon Scott announced on Wednesday that he had vetoed a Baltimore City Council bill that would alter the requirements tied to a pension plan for elected city officials.
Three story apartment fire in Laurel
On scene, crews found a 3-story multi-family dwelling with fire showing through the roof.
Bolstering the backfield: Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins designated to return off IR, returns to practic
A big piece to the Baltimore Ravens ground game may be back on the playing field soon.
Maryland agencies urging drivers to check their vehicles for signs of flood damage
The Maryland Department of Transportation, the Motor Vehicle Association, and the Maryland Insurance Administration issued a consumer alert on Wednesday urging drivers to be aware of the signs of flood damage on their vehicles.
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Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday afternoon forecast
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday afternoon forecast
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The CDC anticipates a severe flu season this year
Red Cross officials are encouraging the public to give blood in order to prevent the national supply from depleting this winter.
Marylanders describe E-ZPass mayhem
Marylanders describe E-ZPass mayhem
Grace period for Maryland E-ZPass toll penalties extended for two weeks
The Maryland Transportation Authority has extended the E-ZPass grace period by two weeks.
Arrests made in string of violent Uber robberies, Baltimore police say
Arrests have been made in a string of carjackings and subsequent robberies in Baltimore centered around the ride-share app Uber, Baltimore Police said Tuesday.
Father, State's Attorney discuss ruling of woman charged in murder of children found incompetent
Father, State's Attorney discuss ruling of woman charged in murder of children found incompetent
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Where's Alexus? With the pros learning how to create the best holiday light display
Filling in for Marty Bass, Alexus is learning how to design the best possible Christmas light display.
Where's Alexus? Learning best practices for safely hanging holiday lights
Alexus is in for Marty Bass learning best practices for safely hanging holiday lights
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Wednesday morning forecast
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Wednesday morning forecast
Mitch Allen of "Hire Santa" tells us about a nationwide santa shortage
The head elf tells us they are continuing to see a shortage of santas nationwide.
Chard Barth shows us how City Cruises is getting festive with their cocktails
Things are about to get holly jolly at City Cruises! Here's a peek at what's on their cocktail menu this year
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Bolstering the backfield: Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins designated to return off IR, returns to practic
A big piece to the Baltimore Ravens ground game may be back on the playing field soon.
Scott scores 18, No. 22 Maryland blows out Louisville 79-54
Donta Scott scored 18 points and No. 22 Maryland made five consecutive 3-pointers to open the second half in a runaway 79-54 victory over winless Louisville on Tuesday night in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge.
Former Ravens' guard Marshal Yanda to be inducted into team's Ring of Honor
When Ravens' head coach John Harbaugh remembers offensive guard Marshal Yanda, his work ethic is the first thing that comes to mind.
Ravens' coach John Harbaugh on Lamar Jackson's vulgar social media post: 'So out of character for him'
Ravens' quarterback Lamar Jackson spouted off to a fan on social media moments after the team's 28-27 loss Sunday to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Porzingis scores 41, Wizards beat Wolves after Towns hurt
Kristaps Porzingis scored a career-high 41 points, including 29 in the first half, and the Washington Wizards beat Minnesota 142-127 on Monday after Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony-Towns was helped off the court in the third quarter with a right leg injury.
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Weather Alert Day: Widespread rain, strong winds Wednesday
The WJZ First Alert weather team has declared Wednesday an Alert Day due to the threat of widespread gusty storms.
American Red Cross is in dire need of blood, platelet donations
The American Red Cross needs blood and platelet donors to give now in order to fight the potential impact of seasonal illnesses and a potentially severe flu season on the blood supply.
Woman charged in death of four-year-old
One of two women charged in the death of a four-year-old Malachi Lawson, in 2019 was in court on Wednesday.
Maryland mom found incompetent to stand trial, charges dismissed in death of her children
Three-year-old Sarah Hoggle and her two-year-old brother, Jacob, disappeared in September 2014
Grace period for Maryland E-ZPass toll penalties extended for two weeks
The Maryland Transportation Authority has extended the E-ZPass grace period by two weeks.
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Grace period for Maryland E-ZPass toll penalties extended for two weeks
The Maryland Transportation Authority has extended the E-ZPass grace period by two weeks.
Man who rescued woman, teen in Pigtown explosion remains in critical condition
BGE, and its private contractors, confirmed they had been working on fixing and upgrading a gas main in the same area as the explosion.
Towson University President Kim Schatzel named next head of University of Louisville
Towson University said it will now work with the University System of Maryland to begin a national search for the university's next head.
How to contribute to Giving Tuesday in Baltimore
Here are some ways to give back in the Baltimore area for Giving Tuesday.
Carroll County man dies trying to save pets from house fire
Before area fire departments arrived, officials said the man went back into the home to save his five dogs and a number of cats.
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Where's Alexus? With the pros learning how to create the best holiday light display
Filling in for Marty Bass, Alexus is learning how to design the best possible Christmas light display.
Where's Alexus? Learning best practices for safely hanging holiday lights
Alexus is in for Marty Bass learning best practices for safely hanging holiday lights
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Wednesday morning forecast
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Wednesday morning forecast
Mitch Allen of "Hire Santa" tells us about a nationwide santa shortage
The head elf tells us they are continuing to see a shortage of santas nationwide.
Chard Barth shows us how City Cruises is getting festive with their cocktails
Things are about to get holly jolly at City Cruises! Here's a peek at what's on their cocktail menu this year
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Bolstering the backfield: Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins designated to return off IR, returns to practic
A big piece to the Baltimore Ravens ground game may be back on the playing field soon.
Scott scores 18, No. 22 Maryland blows out Louisville 79-54
Donta Scott scored 18 points and No. 22 Maryland made five consecutive 3-pointers to open the second half in a runaway 79-54 victory over winless Louisville on Tuesday night in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge.
Former Ravens' guard Marshal Yanda to be inducted into team's Ring of Honor
When Ravens' head coach John Harbaugh remembers offensive guard Marshal Yanda, his work ethic is the first thing that comes to mind.
Ravens' coach John Harbaugh on Lamar Jackson's vulgar social media post: 'So out of character for him'
Ravens' quarterback Lamar Jackson spouted off to a fan on social media moments after the team's 28-27 loss Sunday to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Porzingis scores 41, Wizards beat Wolves after Towns hurt
Kristaps Porzingis scored a career-high 41 points, including 29 in the first half, and the Washington Wizards beat Minnesota 142-127 on Monday after Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony-Towns was helped off the court in the third quarter with a right leg injury.
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Mayor Scott rejects effort to change requirements for Baltimore City Council pension plan
Mayor Brandon Scott announced on Wednesday that he had vetoed a Baltimore City Council bill that would alter the requirements tied to a pension plan for elected city officials.
Gov. Hogan to gather with supporters amid White House speculation
Term-limited Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan was holding fundraisers for future political activity Wednesday at events where the Republican is expected to talk about his eight years as governor, as well as plans for the future.
Ethics chairman asks for delay on changes to Baltimore City Council pension plan
Baltimore City's Board of Ethics wants to pump the brakes on a newly passed bill that would change pension eligibility requirements for elected officials.
BWI Airport dedicates its art galleries to Maryland's first lady
The Baltimore Washington/International Thurgood Marshall Airport dedicated its art galleries to First Lady of Maryland Yumi Hogan on Tuesday.
Biden calls on Congress to avert a nationwide rail crisis
All 12 rail labor unions need to ratify union contracts before Dec. 9 to avoid a shutdown.
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Spicy celebration: Nov. 22 marks Kimchi Day in Maryland
The spicy, salty and sour fermented cabbage is a traditional Korean side dish that has gained international popularity.
Baltimore hardcore band 'Turnstile' nominated for three GRAMMY Awards
Turnstile is nominated for best rock performance (Holiday), best rock song (Blackout) and best metal performance (Blackout).
Maryland car dealer, nonprofit partner to donate cars to local veterans
Heritage MileOne AutoGroup and nonprofit Vehicles for Change teamed up to gift the cars.
Park'd N' Pumpkin trick-or-treating event returns Friday at Druid Hill Park
Park'd N' Pumpkin is back, offering a chance to drive through part of Druid Hill Park to trick-or-treat and get a fright, the Baltimore Department of Recreation & Parks said.
A golf tournament and pickleball outing raises funds to benefit SEED School of Maryland
The SEED School is a college preparatory public boarding school in Baltimore.
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Amazon to hire 150K workers for holidays, over 3K in Baltimore
The announcement, made Thursday, shows the e-commerce behemoth is taking a less conservative approach to its holiday planning than Walmart.
Baltimore Minority and Women's Business Opportunity Office restructured after study finds underutilization
The key findings of the study were released Wednesday before the Board of Estimates.
Southwest Airlines attendants protest outside BWI Airport for better pay, working conditions
The airline workers are demanding better pay, safety on the job and improved quality of life through a new contract.
Stephen Curry rumored to be nearing $1B deal with Under Armour
Curry's current deal with the Baltimore-based footwear and clothing company runs through 2024.
$73M in debt wiped out for Maryland's former ITT Tech students
The Department of Education will forgive nearly $4 billion in debt for over 200,000 former ITT Technical Institute students across the country, including nearly 4,000 in Maryland, Attorney General Brian Frosh announced Tuesday.
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$31.4M wagered at Maryland sportsbooks in first month of football season, officials say
More than $31 million was wagered at the state's seven sportsbooks in September during the first month of the NFL season and early part of the college football schedule.
Made in America is back, leaving US factories scrambling to find workers
US factories are humming, and manufacturers are scrambling to find workers as the pace of hiring hits levels not seen in decades.
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore submits mobile sports betting application
According to the casino, the limited liability corporation formed for the license includes 40% women and minority membership.
Southwest Airlines attendants protest outside BWI Airport for better pay, working conditions
The airline workers are demanding better pay, safety on the job and improved quality of life through a new contract.
In letter to Biden, Hogan raises concerns about EV incentives he claims will hurt foreign automakers
Gov. Larry Hogan raised concerns about "well-intentioned but misguided provisions" in the Inflation Reduction Act he claims will damage foreign automakers in allied countries that produce some videos in America.
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How to make those Thanksgiving leftovers last safely
You want to make sure leftovers in the refrigerator are eaten within four days.
Their preemie was already a fighter. Then at 3 weeks old, she caught the virus that's packing hospitals across the US
Greater Baltimore Medical Center last month had to transfer twice as many pediatric patients as it did last October, hospital data shows.
Listeria outbreak: How to protect yourself from the deadly foodborne bacteria
In the United States, listeria is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness, killing about 260 a year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
At least one person dead as listeria outbreak hits several states
At least 15 others got sick and most were hospitalized, the CDC said. One woman had a miscarriage. The outbreak was tied to deli meats and cheese.
Northeast Baltimore grocery store shut over rodent infestation, water violation
The Baltimore City Department of Health said the facility must correct all violations before a reinspection.
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New live music venue, Vibe, opens at Annapolis Town Center
Annapolis has a new live music venue, now located in the Annapolis Town Center.
French bulldog named Winston wins best in show at National Dog Show
One of Winston's owners is an NFL player.
Santa to fly into Martin State Airport to meet with children at Maryland aviation museum
Santa will be flying into Martin State Airport via helicopter to discuss with children their holiday hopes and wishes on Saturday, according to event planners.
The Christmas Village kicks off a series of winter festivities at Inner Harbor
The Christmas Village in Baltimore offered visitors a preview of festivities to come this weekend.
Zoo Lights returns to Maryland Zoo Nov. 18
A roster of special events includes food truck rallies, Santa Saturdays and Hannukah readings courtesy of the Enoch Pratt Free Library.
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Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday afternoon forecast
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday afternoon forecast
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Wednesday morning forecast
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Wednesday morning forecast
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday Alert Day forecast
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Wednesday Alert Day forecast
Derek Beasley has your Tuesday night forecast
Derek Beasley has your Tuesday night forecast
Maryland Weather: Alert Day Wednesday with rain, gusty winds expected
Marylanders can expect to see wet weather across the state as they wake up on Wednesday.
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The CDC anticipates a severe flu season this year
Red Cross officials are encouraging the public to give blood in order to prevent the national supply from depleting this winter.
Marylanders describe E-ZPass mayhem
Marylanders describe E-ZPass mayhem
Grace period for Maryland E-ZPass toll penalties extended for two weeks
The Maryland Transportation Authority has extended the E-ZPass grace period by two weeks.
Arrests made in string of violent Uber robberies, Baltimore police say
Arrests have been made in a string of carjackings and subsequent robberies in Baltimore centered around the ride-share app Uber, Baltimore Police said Tuesday.
Father, State's Attorney discuss ruling of woman charged in murder of children found incompetent
Father, State's Attorney discuss ruling of woman charged in murder of children found incompetent