Maryland Is Not A Sanctuary State, And Some Local Sheriffs Want To Keep It That Way
As two bills are brought forth that would make Maryland a sanctuary state, family members said their loved ones died at the hands of an undocumented immigrant.
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As two bills are brought forth that would make Maryland a sanctuary state, family members said their loved ones died at the hands of an undocumented immigrant.
Lawmakers have proposed a bill that would ban registered sex offenders from enrolling in any public school in Maryland.
A bill in the Maryland House of Representatives would dramatically increase the maximum fine for putting an unauthorized commercial sign within the right-of-way of state highways.
Lawmakers want to decriminalize teen "sexting," a practice that arose with the mass adoption of smartphones and that experts say is fairly common among teenagers.
Foods made of animal tissues cultured from cells outside of the original animal, plants and insects could not be labeled "meat" in Maryland under a Republican-backed bill in the Maryland General Assembly.
The Student Voter Empowerment Act would require colleges and universities with more than 4,200 undergraduates to put polling places on campus.
Two candidates have dropped out of the race for a congressional seat in Maryland's 7th district.
It's straight tobacco or nothing under a bill that would ban Maryland retailers from selling any flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes.
Former NAACP leader Kweisi Mfume and conservative commentator Kimberly Klacik are the democratic and republican winners, respectively, of the special primary election for the 7th District Congressional seat.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan gave his State of the State address Wednesday and his top priority is decreasing violent crime in Baltimore. But, he also discussed his other priorities, which range from improving transportation around the state, investing more in schools and helping Maryland's retirees.
Here's Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's full State of the State address.
The Senate voted Wednesday to acquit President Donald Trump on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
The Senate voted to acquit President Donald J. Trump on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, bringing an end to a five-month saga that began with a whistleblower's complaint and culminated in just the third presidential impeachment trial in U.S. history.
Democrat Kweisi Mfume says that if he regains the seat in Congress he once held in a heavily Democratic Baltimore area district, cutting violent crime in the city and its suburbs will be his top concern.
The two will face off in a special general election on April 28, 2020.
A man has been charged in a cold case homicide involving the shooting of a woman whose body was found in Baltimore's Druid Hill Park.
Shootings across Baltimore over the weekend left one person dead and 11 others wounded, including two teenagers, police said.
An 87-year-old Frederick, Maryland man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of his 67-year-old roommate.
A Baltimore County teacher who pleaded guilty to multiple child sex abuse charges on school property was sentenced on Monday.
It was a throwback to the days of John Harbaugh, who was fired after the 2025 season in part because his teams failed to make a late lead stand up.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
The Trump administration has repealed an executive order that sought to coordinate the efforts of federal, state and local governments to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland is committing $1.36 million to gun violence prevention and intervention programs, Gov. Wes Moore and the Department of Health announced Wednesday.
Maryland's largest Italian festival is two weeks away and is expected to draw crowds of more than 20,000 people.
The annual powerlifting fundraiser with Baltimore County takes place Saturday September 26 at Exile Fitness. Proceeds are donated to BARCs in honor of fallen Ofc. Amy Caprio.
Bori Food Truck stops by the studio with two authentic Puerto Rican dishes, and shares the importance of celebrating Hispanic-inspired dishes and cultural practices.
Toni Sandridge shares important communication tips for people who are often intimidated when attending large networking events.
WJZ is live at the Baltimore Museum of Art checking out a new exhibit by Baltimore artist Jerrell Gibbs which combines family photos and historic paintings into 32 unique pieces of art.
Jay O'Brien, Vice President of Broadcasting & Gameday Productions, joins us with what fans can expect at Sunday's game and information on a new pre-game entertainment experience called “The Uprising”.
William Contreras homered, and the Milwaukee Brewers earned their franchise-record 98th victory by beating the Baltimore Orioles 3-0 on Sunday night to complete a three-game sweep.
It was a throwback to the days of John Harbaugh, who was fired after the 2025 season in part because his teams failed to make a late lead stand up.
Ernie Accorsi was promoted to Baltimore's GM in 1982, then served in that role with the Cleveland Browns from 1985-92 before going to the Giants.
Tyler Shough scored on a fourth-down sneak with 1:28 remaining, and the New Orleans Saints rallied to a 24-17 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.
Thousands of Ravens and Orioles fans are expected to soar into downtown Baltimore, which means a big boost for local businesses.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Despite Judge Pamela White's decision to restore computer access to Baltimore's inspector general and order the city to respond to her subpoenas, the battle is not yet over.
A judge ruled in favor of Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming, saying she will order the city to grant Cumming access to its computer systems.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
Showery weather develops Monday. Wet, breezy, and cool weather will continue through Wednesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Rain and cooler temperatures in Maryland this week
Wet and cooler weather to start the workweek in Maryland
Scattered showers and storms are in Maryland on Sunday.
The annual powerlifting fundraiser with Baltimore County takes place Saturday September 26 at Exile Fitness. Proceeds are donated to BARCs in honor of fallen Ofc. Amy Caprio.
Bori Food Truck stops by the studio with two authentic Puerto Rican dishes, and shares the importance of celebrating Hispanic-inspired dishes and cultural practices.
Toni Sandridge shares important communication tips for people who are often intimidated when attending large networking events.
WJZ is live at the Baltimore Museum of Art checking out a new exhibit by Baltimore artist Jerrell Gibbs which combines family photos and historic paintings into 32 unique pieces of art.
Retired teacher Rita Collins brings her mobile bookstore across the country.