Kweisi Mfume Defeats Kimberly Klacik, Wins Special Election In 7th Congressional District
The Associated Press has declared Democrat Kweisi Mfume the winner of the special election in Maryland's 7th congressional district.
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The Associated Press has declared Democrat Kweisi Mfume the winner of the special election in Maryland's 7th congressional district.
The lawsuit was filed in Maryland on Tuesday on behalf of six American citizens who were denied coronavirus relief checks because they filed and paid taxes with a spouse who has what's known as an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, or a way for immigrants without legal status to still pay federal taxes, which millions do.
A special election is being held Tuesday, April 28, to fill the vacant seat left by late Rep. Elijah Cummings in the 7th congressional district.
Maryland is preparing for a first-of-its-kind election on Tuesday.
The Baltimore City Council on Monday unanimously extended the city's state of emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic.
During an appearance on CBS' Face The Nation Sunday, Gov. Larry Hogan said President Donald Trump's recent messaging during White House Coronavirus Taskforce briefings has "not been great."
Ballots cast in person in Maryland's special congressional election between Democrat Kweisi Mfume and Republican Kimberly Klacik will be quarantined for about 24 hours after poll close before being counted — to give any potential germs a chance to die to help protect election workers.
Dr. Tom Inglesby of Johns Hopkins said in a press conference Friday that the public will have to continue to wear face coverings in public when stay at home orders are lifted to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Maryland schools have been closed since March 13 and will remain closed through at least May 15.
U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen joined other lawmakers in calling on the U.S. Treasury Department to ensure families who qualify receive their additional COVID-19 stimulus payment.
If you live in the 7th Congressional District, you have until 11:59 p.m. to request an electronic ballot for the upcoming special election.
Gov. Larry Hogan Thursday previewed his plans to gradually reopen Maryland amid the coronavirus pandemic.
More than one-fifth of the nation's federal workforce lives in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Maryland's Democratic lawmakers in Washington are calling on President Donald Trump to order General Motors to reopen its plant in White Marsh to produce ventilators amid the coronavirus pandemic.
President Donald Trump took aim at Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Monday, saying during his daily coronavirus update the governor "didn't understand too much" about the state's testing capacity for the coronavirus.
In 18 seasons, Harbaugh coached the Ravens to a 13-11 postseason record and one Super Bowl championship.
Harford County officials are calling for an investigation into School Superintendent Dr. Sean Bulson after allegations that school-owned property was stolen from him during the National School Board Association conference in April 2024.
On Jan. 1, 2026, Baltimore Gas and Electric's (BGE) gas rates increased by 4.2 cents, and its electric distribution increased by 0.1 cents, impacting energy bills for homeowners and business owners in Maryland.
Seven people have died, and more than 1,900 with lab-confirmed flu have been hospitalized in Maryland since September 2025, according to the state's Department of Health.
The father of a woman who was killed in Howard County is speaking about his daughter's death amid conflicting reports the suspected killer has been captured.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Here’s how the Baltimore County Department of Public Works reduces the environmental impacts of road salt.
The Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore is holding a game night series.
Every Tuesday in January and February Guinness is hosting "Games on Tap" where you can hang out, play games, and enjoy specials with friends.
WJZ is at Warehouse Cinemas located in the Rotunda, trying out new menu items and checking with staff as they prepare for new movie releases in 2026.
JD’s House of Bacon, innovator of the “Bacon on a stick, now sells bacon jerky and a line of bacon hot sauces.
In 18 seasons, Harbaugh coached the Ravens to a 13-11 postseason record and one Super Bowl championship.
A few months ago, the question was whether the Baltimore Ravens could finally perform in the playoffs like they had in the regular season. Instead, the heartache simply came earlier.
A priest went viral for blessing the field ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers' game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.
John Harbaugh's 18th season in Baltimore ended with the Ravens missing the playoffs for just the second time in eight years.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have won the AFC North title for the first time since the 2020 season.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
Kilmar Abrego Garcia — who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March — will remain free on supervised release until at least the end of the year.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
A colder, stormier weather pattern may develop as we approach the middle of the month.
Warmer temperatures this week in Maryland
Mild and overcast Tuesday in Maryland
Temperatures get warmer this week in Maryland
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Harford County leaders call for investigation into superintendent after theft
U.S. Health officials shared updated recommendations for childhood vaccines.
The Justice Department said it has reviewed less than 1% of the files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
A colder, stormier weather pattern may develop as we approach the middle of the month.
On Monday, Baltimore leaders held a vigil to remember the lives lost in 2025 to crime, drugs and other causes.