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The two top candidates for mayor faced off Thursday night for the first time since a poll puts them in a dead heat. Senator Catherine Pugh pulled slightly ahead of former Mayor Sheila Dixon for the first time---but with seven weeks to go, it's still anyone's race.
In the new Sun poll, Catherine Pugh takes the lead over longtime frontrunner Sheila Dixon in the Baltimore mayor's race. The state senator and the former mayor are now two points apart.
The primary is about a month and a half away and former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon and state Senator Catherine Pugh are pulling away from a crowded field of candidates.
Supporters of expanding ignition interlock requirements to all drunk drivers in Maryland are criticizing changes made to the measure by lawmakers.
Gov. Larry Hogan is allocating more money for education and heroin treatment.
A new poll by The Baltimore Sun and the University of Baltimore shows that two mayoral candidates are locked in a virtual tie and surging ahead of other candidates.
Fighting for Florida and beyond, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders tangled in an intense debate Wednesday night over who's the true friend of American Hispanics, trading accusations over guest worker programs "akin to slavery" and the embracing of "vigilantes" against immigrants.
Supporters say it plugs loopholes in Maryland's gun laws. Opponents call it an attack on the second amendment.
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders head into Wednesday night's debate with a far different vibe than when they last squared off just four days ago -- Sanders riding high after his upset victory in Michigan and Clinton's camp offering reassurances that she's still on track to claim the nomination.
Maryland lawmakers on Wednesday took a step toward what supporters say would be the strongest laws in the nation to protect declining bee populations by taking certain pesticides off of store shelves.
Republican front-runner Donald Trump swept to victory in the Mississippi and Michigan presidential primaries Tuesday, deepening his grip on the GOP nominating contest despite fierce efforts to block his path. Democrat Hillary Clinton easily carried Mississippi but was locked in a close race with rival Bernie Sanders in Michigan.
Another good grade for Governor Larry Hogan from Maryland voters. A new poll shows 70% of Marylanders think he's doing a good job but he's not getting his way with the Democrat-led General Assembly.
Republican Gov. Larry Hogan on Tuesday urged Democrats who control the legislature to pass a measure to reign in state spending mandates, but Democrats said Maryland's governor already has strong budget powers to do that.
Michigan is the crown jewel Tuesday as voters in four states deliver verdicts on the presidential campaign. It's the first big industrial state to weigh in, and should offer clues about how the candidates will play in important Midwest contests to come. But it will be Wednesday on the East Coast before the night's final prize gets awarded in Hawaii.
Maryland Republican Gov. Larry Hogan says he's "completely disgusted with national politics in both parties," and he says it's way too soon to express support for a presidential candidate.
High gas prices are likely to stick around a bit longer as uncertainty in the Middle East drives prices to an average of $4.19 for a gallon of regular in Maryland.
A warming trend begins on Thursday afternoon.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is set to sign three new bills into law Thursday morning.
Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson and State House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk said they reached an agreement to advance the Utility RELIEF Act, which aims to reduce energy costs.
A Pennsylvania man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for a 2020 police chase in Maryland, according to the Frederick County State's Attorney'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.
Ever wondered where all the highway signs in Maryland are made? Take a visit to the State Highway Administration's sign shop.
Baltimore's Charm City Run is preparing for its next 10K
WJZ is live with Founder Deja Richardson, who has opened Neon Paint Place in Downtown Baltimore talking about the range of creative painting experiences they offer, as well as team experiences for corporations, schools, churches and community groups.
Rhebs Candies in Baltimore is preparing for the Easter rush.
Sports and Social is hosting March Madness events at Live Casino in Maryland.
The White Sox scored a run in the fifth to go up 3-2 thanks to three walks and two errors on one play by Orioles starter Kyle Bradish.
The Orioles beat the Chicago White Sox 4-2 on Tuesday for their eighth straight victory over the South Siders.
The Baltimore Orioles acquired left-hander Nick Raquet in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals.
Chicago lost at home for the first time this season as its three-game winning streak was snapped.
The Chicago White Sox have rescheduled the start of their Tuesday game against the Baltimore Orioles from the evening to midday due to a cold forecast.
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
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.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
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.
The weather in Maryland is expected to warm up this weekend after a stretch of cold temperatures.
Cold weather will stick around through Thursday in Maryland before a warm up ahead of the weekend.
Meteorologist Rachel Jay has your latest weather forecast.
A warming trend begins on Thursday afternoon.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The weather in Maryland is expected to warm up this weekend after a stretch of cold temperatures.
Kevin Durant and an investment group have bought the site of the old Maryland Six Flags park, located in Bowie.
The Justice Department said Pam Bondi will not testify on the Epstein files since she is no longer the AG.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said the 2027 budget, signed into law Wednesday, will not raise taxes or fees.
The Maryland House and Senate have both approved bills banning the sales of “machine gun convertible” pistols. The bills will now head to the governor’s desk.