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Calling all politicians, Hill staffers, aides, lobbyists and reporters. A Washington-based casting company is looking for you, or at least people who could play you in an original Netflix series.
Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake is expressing support for expanding gambling in Maryland.
It's an opera that turned a Baltimore singer into a star. Now "Porgy and Bess" is returning home.
Anyone who has seen the Oasis episode of MTV Unplugged has a good idea of what Noel Gallagher brings to the table as a frontman. Back then, Noel stepped up into the spotlight because his brother Liam, Oasis' lead singer, was "ill". People got to hear the older Gallagher brother sing the songs he had written for the band, and in my opinion , the songs were better for it.
Putting history online. That's what the Walters Art Museum is doing thanks to nearly a million dollars in grants.
Keep up with the Academy of Country Music Awards, set to air April 1 on CBS. From the lead up to the red carpet to the podium, CBS Local Baltimore has complete coverage of country's biggest night.
Grilling gurus and country stars gather for the BBQ Throwdown, as part of the ACM Awards in Vegas. Get a taste of the action.
Here are some ideas around town for the week of March 27.
The ACM Experience will include a free 'Salute the the Military' concert, with performances from Lee Brice, Thompson Square and others.
Aspiring actors from all over Maryland showed up at a casting call for a Netflix political series called "House of Cards" at Stevenson University on Saturday.
One of the best going rivalries is Baltimore and Pittsburgh. The bitterness between the two towns is rooted in the annual battles between the Ravens and Steelers, and Friday night, the rivalry enters the boxing ring.
It's one of Baltimore's most popular summertime events. And right now preparations are underway for the annual Little Italy Film Festival.
A Washington theater that launched the one-man show about horrific working conditions in Chinese factories where iPads and iPhones are assembled is apologizing for calling it a work of nonfiction after performer Mike Daisey was forced to admit he made up parts of the show.
A circus controversy is brewing downtown. Protesters crowded the streets on Ringling Bros.' opening night, accusing the circus of cruelty to elephants. It's the same issue that sparked a feud between Baltimore's mayor and an A-list actress.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley's Celtic rock band had a gig at the White House.
An Anne Arundel County man pleaded guilty to the brutal 2025 murder of 67-year-old Stephen Koza, who owned a garden center in Davidsonville, Maryland.
Students are being evaluated after pepper spray was discharged on the second Baltimore County school bus in a week, according to fire officials.
Temperatures will be warmest this weekend, ahead of another round of chilly weather.
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Maryland's Department of Human Services has adopted several changes aimed at increasing oversight and capacity in the foster care system, according to Gov. Wes Moore's Office.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Gilbert’s Premium Beef Jerky collaborated with Maryland’s J.O. Spices.
Explorers Restaurant & Lounge in Baltimore talks new menu items.
Slainte owner, Patrick Russell, joins us on St. Patrick's Day with a full Irish spread.
Paul Lever, owner, shares the history behind the Shepherd's pie and demonstrates how to make them on air.
WJZ talks to a Maryland bagpiper on the history and skill of the instrument.
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
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.
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
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
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. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Maryland will continue to experience cold temperatures Wednesday before a slight weather warm-up kicks in for the weekend.
Temperatures will be warmest this weekend, ahead of another round of chilly weather.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A chilly Wednesday before temperatures ramp up in Maryland
A seven-ton meteor was seen across the sky in some northeast states Tuesday.
Ray Lewis joined BCPS for a new mental health screening program in 15 schools.
A 2-alarm fire broke out in a Northwest Baltimore rowhome.
Maryland will continue to experience cold temperatures Wednesday before a slight weather warm-up kicks in for the weekend.
Baltimore Mayor Scott responded to an Inspector General report about fraud in the MONSE youth program.