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A bill to update Maryland's public information act is heading to the governor's desk.
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A bill to update Maryland's public information act is heading to the governor's desk.
The Maryland General Assembly has approved a bill to bring back a voluntary check off on individual income tax returns for public campaign financing for governor.
State-mandated stormwater fees would end under a bill that cleared the Maryland House of Delegates.
Maryland senators are supporting a bill that gives judges more discretion when sentencing certain drug offenders.
Hillary Rodham Clinton jumped back into presidential politics on Sunday, announcing her much-awaited second campaign for the White House. "Everyday Americans need a champion. I want to be that champion," she said.
It would no longer be a crime to possess marijuana-related paraphernalia in Maryland, under a bill approved by the Maryland General Assembly.
Republican Gov. Larry Hogan has proposed a compromise that restores a significant portion of education funding sought by the Democratic-led Legislature.
Maryland lawmakers will be in session this weekend as the Legislature nears its scheduled adjournment.
Maryland Democrats on a budget negotiating team agreed Friday on some measures they hope will encourage Republican Gov. Larry Hogan to support added money for education and break a standoff on the state's $40 billion budget.
A bill to decriminalize drug paraphernalia is headed back to the House chamber after getting support from the Senate.
The Maryland General Assembly has passed a measure to prohibit fracking permits in the state until October 2017.
Maryland Democrats and Republicans remained mired in political gamesmanship Friday, with the GOP criticizing Democrats for not acting on Gov. Larry Hogan's revised budget plans and Democrats saying the Republican governor's plans undermine bipartisan budget legislation already approved by the Legislature.
Gov. Larry Hogan's charter school bill is advancing in the House of Delegates.
Maryland Rep. Chris Van Hollen has been endorsed by Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner in his bid to succeed retiring Sen. Barbara Mikulski.
A leading Maryland lawmaker said he wanted to see more assurance from Gov. Larry Hogan that he will support restored funding for education and a cost-of-living adjustment for state employees before taking up some of the governor's legislative initiatives, but strained budget talks appeared to worsen Thursday when the Republican governor did not include any mention of the priorities in a supplemental budget.
Baltimore City police officer Dequwan Houchins is facing an indictment for allegedly logging fake traffic stops.
Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley praised his officers' response to a call for service after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arrested two parents outside their children's Southeast Baltimore school in June.
Three people were shot and killed in two separate shootings within a mile and 30 minutes apart in Essex, Maryland, on Monday, according to Baltimore County police.
A line of strong storms moved through Maryland on Monday, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds and a tornado warning to parts of the state.
A federal judge has reinstated permits allowing work to resume on a controversial immigration facility in Howard County that has been tied up in a legal battle for months.
A man suspected of murder led authorities on a chase through multiple counties Friday morning in Maryland, ending near Aberdeen Proving Ground.
Annapolis officials say their flood mitigation project at City Dock will replace an aging stormwater system that can no longer keep up with flooding.
Sydney Towle, known for her social media content about living with a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, died Wednesday in Bethesda, Maryland.
A Maryland caretaker is facing charges after she allegedly left a nonverbal man with autism locked inside a van while she went to lunch in Howard County.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has announced a new online tool for state food assistance customers to help them connect better to available employment resources.
Owner Candace Bell showcases her candle-making, room spray, and perfume-making experiences which are perfect for any girl's night or date night activity.
Michael Harrison demonstrates a few pie-making techniques, talks about his company Man-Made Pies, and this year’s Maryland State Fair.
Melissa Smith and Cha’kel Walker talk about the upcoming community event and share some ways people donate to SBLC.
Katie Haines joins us with King Tubby, a cuddly kitten who came in as a stray, who is up for adoption through the MD SPCA.
Dr. Anne Welsh explores the disconnect between what research actually says about working motherhood and the cultural narratives that continue to shape women’s careers, stress, and sense of self.
Austin Martin had four hits, including a home run, Josh Bell also homered and the Minnesota Twins beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-5 on Monday night.
Pete Alonso had his first two-homer game with the Orioles and drove in four runs as Baltimore broke out of a scoring slump and beat the Texas Rangers 10-5 on Sunday.
Joc Pederson hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning and Nathan Eovaldi and three relievers combined to limit Baltimore to one run as the Texas Rangers beat the Orioles 2-1 Friday night.
The Washington Commanders added needed depth at wide receiver with the signing of Stefon Diggs. They agreed Wednesday to the deal with Diggs, who could practice for the first time with his new team Friday.
Zach Neto hit a three-run home run to lift the Los Angeles Angels over the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 in the final game of the series on Thursday afternoon.
A lawsuit has been filed by a group of conservative state lawmakers in Maryland in an effort to block a redistricting measure that is set to appear on the November ballot.
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was hospitalized on June 14.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a bill Wednesday that will put the topic of congressional redistricting on the ballot this November.
Federal prosecutors moved to dismiss an indictment charging U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn with ripping the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying the damage was caused by "botched installation and not vandalism."
President Trump said he hopes the renovations will take Dulles from "an impossible airport" to one of the world's best.
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.
Sydney Towle, known for her social media content about living with a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, died Wednesday in Bethesda, Maryland.
As the nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to rise, a Maryland farmers' market vendor says a common question she hears is about food that gets people sick.
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.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
"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.
The forecast has trended drier, compared to Monday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
More storms in Maryland this week
Quieter Monday evening in Maryland, but more storms this week
More severe storms to move through Maryland this week
Owner Candace Bell showcases her candle-making, room spray, and perfume-making experiences which are perfect for any girl's night or date night activity.
Michael Harrison demonstrates a few pie-making techniques, talks about his company Man-Made Pies, and this year’s Maryland State Fair.
Melissa Smith and Cha’kel Walker talk about the upcoming community event and share some ways people donate to SBLC.
Katie Haines joins us with King Tubby, a cuddly kitten who came in as a stray, who is up for adoption through the MD SPCA.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.