Weekend Backpacks For Homeless Kids Steps Up During Coronavirus Pandemic
For the past five years, Weekend Backpacks for Homeless Kids has provided food to homeless children in Baltimore.
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For the past five years, Weekend Backpacks for Homeless Kids has provided food to homeless children in Baltimore.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Baltimore recently seized more than 7,000 doses of medicines alleged to treat COVID-19, but that are unapproved for import into the United States, according to officials.
Maryland state officials report there are now 57,482 confirmed cases and 2,616 people have died, up 712 cases and 36 more deaths since Friday morning.
Most of Maryland moved into stage two of the governor's coronavirus recovery plan Friday night. But Baltimore City leaders say they are still not ready.
Maryland's six casinos remain closed, and that means revenue and contributions to the State are down more than 20 percent compared to this time last year.
Summer camp will certainly feel a little different this year, but Baltimore City is hoping to keep the fun going.
Even as things begin to reopen across Maryland, life won't completely return to normal until there's a COVID-19 vaccine.
Mayor Jack Young lifted more coronavirus restrictions in Baltimore Friday, however the city will still remain under more restrictions than the rest of the state.
Maryland will enter the second phase of its coronavirus recovery plan Friday.
The Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar will open for the summer on Sunday, June 14, with adaptations to adhere to social distancing and safety guidelines amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The mayor of Ocean City is reminding the public that practicing physical distancing and following other safety guidelines shouldn't stop just because you're on vacation.
The downward trend of coronavirus hospitalizations in Maryland continues, including fewer ICU hospitalizations as cases increase to over 56,000.
High blood pressure has been known to worsen the risk of serious symptoms, but the study, published Thursday in the European Heart Journal, shows just how bad the risk is.
Most Maryland counties will reopen under stage two of Maryland's recovery plan, including Anne Arundel, Howard, Harford, Carroll and Cecil counties.
Maryland will begin Stage Two of the State's Roadmap to Recovery Plan on Friday at 5 p.m. As always, it's up to each individual jurisdiction to decide whether it's ready to move forward.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day.
Maryland education officials announced Tuesday the latest MCAP scores reached a five-year high for some grade levels in English and math.
Police arrested a man they believe has been running through a Baltimore neighborhood naked.
The government alleged that schools in the district withheld information from parents about a student's gender identity and gender transition.
Some residents are upset that they weren't involved earlier in the planning process.
At least four victims have come forward accusing Jurel Bowman, 32, of asking them to "make a deal" and send photos for money.
Keith James Jr. is charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of 15-year-old Giovanna Myrie and 9-year-old Steve Allen.
Two water main breaks impacted multiple businesses and communities in Baltimore County on Thursday.
The Maryland Department of Health says it has confirmed 110 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state this year, with 106 reported since May 1.
Detectives say a Ford Focus crossed into the opposite lane toward the bus, which was carrying students from the Maryland School for the Blind.
Jaime Limoges, executive director at the Humane Society of Carroll County, brings in Bear to promote their upcoming Mega adoption event August 13-16th and Woofstock on September 19.
Live Baltimore will hold the city's official birthday party at the war memorial and tickets are now on sale.
Robyn Mannone, Chief Consumer Lending Officer at APG Federal Credit Union, advises why people should care about their credit score and what they can do to maintain a good score.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas takes us to the Ladew Gardens Butterfly House to show the seasonal exhibit and discuss the stages of a butterfly's life.
Yelé founder and creative director Abisola Oladeinde and designer Temi Oyeleke sit down with us to talk about the House of Yelé fashion education program and showcase some pieces.
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
LeBron James officially signed his two-year contract with the Sixers on Sunday, according to the NBA transaction log.
Matt Olson caught Gunnar Henderson's line drive and stepped on first for an improbable double play in the bottom of the 10th, and Austin Riley's RBI double an inning later lifted the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Dylan Beavers singled home a run in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Baltimore Orioles a 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
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.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
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.
The Maryland Department of Health says it has confirmed 110 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state this year, with 106 reported since May 1.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The so-called "Benadryl Challenge" encourages people to take large amounts of the allergy medicine to experience hallucinations.
Maryland is under a Code Purple air quality alert today, as smoke from several Canadian wildfires creates hazy and unhealthy conditions.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
"Be The Mogul" reflects on life in East Baltimore and stresses how community organizations help young people discover their purpose.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
The 2026 lineup has been announced for Baltimore's Charm City Live music festival, including performances from Boyz II Men and Case.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
Today is a First Alert Weather Day.
WJZ-TV declared Tuesday a First Alert Weather Day for potential severe storms bringing lightning and flooding. There is a low risk of hail and tornadoes.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett has your latest weather forecast.
Strong storms moving into Maryland on Tuesday
Storms to ramp back up Tuesday in Maryland
Maryland education officials released MCAP results showing five-year highs among some grade levels for English and math.
Baltimore police charged Jason Morgan with multiple counts of indecent exposure.
Jaime Limoges, executive director at the Humane Society of Carroll County, brings in Bear to promote their upcoming Mega adoption event August 13-16th and Woofstock on September 19.
Live Baltimore will hold the city's official birthday party at the war memorial and tickets are now on sale.
Robyn Mannone, Chief Consumer Lending Officer at APG Federal Credit Union, advises why people should care about their credit score and what they can do to maintain a good score.