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One day ahead of what would have been the 69th birthday of the late Rep. Elijah Cummings, Baltimore Mayor Bernard C. "Jack" Young unveiled the design of a new plaque to be placed at the city's Courthouse East in memory of the longtime congressman.
The Maryland Democratic Party announced on Thursday that its executive director has resigned.
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement passed with bipartisan support in the Senate and House of Representatives. Here's how Maryland's lawmakers voted.
A draft plan from Gov. Larry Hogan's administration to cut Maryland greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent by 2030 is "truly vague," a leading state senator said Thursday over the administration's assertions that the plan was on track to meeting its goal.
Maryland's House Republicans outlined measures aimed at fighting crime on Thursday as priorities of the House GOP.
Former Baltimore city mayor Catherine Pugh has nearly $1 million dollars in her campaign account, according to her 2020 campaign finance report.
New legislation announced on Wednesday aims to give even greater benefits to those who have fought for our nation.
A measure with bipartisan support in Maryland would stop the state from suspending a driver's license due to unpaid traffic fines.
A federal judge agreed Wednesday to block the Trump administration from enforcing an executive order allowing state and local government officials to reject refugees from resettling in their jurisdictions.
A coalition of unions and progressive Maryland Democrats announced a package of tax measures on Wednesday to raise money for a plan to improve education in the state.
Sheila Dixon officially filed to run in Baltimore's mayoral race Wednesday morning.
Four people were shot within a five-hour period in Baltimore on Tuesday.
Gov. Larry Hogan's proposed state budget announced on Tuesday includes more than $7 billion in funding for K-12 education, an amount he called historically high but that falls well short of the recommendation from a state panel.
After another violent weekend in Baltimore, WJZ's Paul Gessler is looking at the Baltimore mayoral candidate's crime plans and asking what they think will help reduce city crime.
The Baltimore City Council on Monday unanimously approved legislation designed to help address the root causes of crime in the city as police investigate another wave of homicides that took place over the weekend.
A Baltimore community walked on Sunday in memory of a 14-year-old who was shot and killed last month in the Morrell Park neighborhood.
A person who was infected with the highly contagious measles traveled through Maryland last week, the Maryland Department of Health warned.
Several Baltimore County businesses were broken into early Sunday, according to police.
People gathered in Howard County on Sunday, chanting and holding signs, protesting against immigration enforcement agents.
Late evening snow showers will move out and skies will clear by morning.
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.
Marty Bass is at Tochterman's Fishing Tackle in Baltimore to talk about its 110th birthday.
WJZ is at Life Time Columbia learning how personal trainers come up with specific workout routines that help people achieve their fitness goals.
Marty Bass makes a visit to Loyola University's Ridley Athletic Complex in Maryland to talk about their sports dome and former lacrosse star Pat Spencer’s rise to the NBA.
Owner Betsy Wendell, of Octavia Boutique at the Village of Cross Keys, shares some of the top trends styling for 2026.
The Kennedy Krieger Institute shares invaluable tips for navigating the complex emotions and stress that often accompany medical appointments.
President Trump gave his stamp of approval for John Harbaugh, the former Baltimore Ravens head coach who was fired on Tuesday after 18 seasons.
The NFL is down one Harbaugh in its coaching ranks, although Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't expect his older brother to be out of a job for long.
Steelers fans have donated to Ravens kicker Tyler Loop's favorite charity after his missed field goal on Sunday.
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.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
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."
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.
Cutter Martin has your Saturday evening forecast | 1/10/2026
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 1/9/2026
Maryland will see some wet weather on Friday night and Saturday following spring-like weather this week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Tim Williams has your latest weather forecast.
Rain, warmer weather to end the week in Maryland
Colder temperatures move into Maryland this week
Anti-ICE protest held in Howard County
A gusty day is expected in Maryland on Sunday and a brief wintry mix.
Several break-ins occurred overnight in Baltimore County, causing strain and frustration to business owners targeted by the crime.
Maryland is now reporting 9 deaths from the flu and 3,176 hospitalizations