U.S. Lawmakers Meet With Alan Gross In Cuban Jail
Fighting to free a Maryland man imprisoned in Cuba. A group of US lawmakers has just returned from a face-to-face meeting with prisoner Alan Gross in his Cuban jail.
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Fighting to free a Maryland man imprisoned in Cuba. A group of US lawmakers has just returned from a face-to-face meeting with prisoner Alan Gross in his Cuban jail.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown has released an outline of a plan aimed at growing Maryland's economy if he becomes governor.
A D.C. councilmember says he's in touch with a producer for the TV drama "Scandal" who'd like to bring the show to the city to shoot scenes in August.
Maryland officially joins the short list of states that have recently approved a hike in the minimum wage.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has taken part in an "Ask Me Anything" session on the website Reddit, but some who participated questioned why he bothered.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley signed a measure on Monday banning the sale of alcohol that is 190-proof and stronger.
Concerns about the sediment-filtering capacity of a dam on the lower Susquehanna River in northeast Maryland and related environmental issues must be addressed in the broader context of trying to improve water quality efforts throughout the Chesapeake Bay region, officials said Monday at a U.S. Senate field hearing.
From the bungled rollout of "Obamacare" to New Jersey gridlock to the hue of John Boehner's tan, all was fair game for President Barack Obama and his spirited but pointed humor when he took center stage as comedian in chief.
Former District of Columbia mayor Marion Barry is criticizing HBO and two journalists over their involvement in a movie about his life.
Three Maryland Democratic candidates for governor are announcing plans for debates before the June primary.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says it's time for the NFL's Washington Redskins to change their name, linking the issue to racist comments by a professional basketball team owner.
Conventional wisdom dictates that David Catania is an underdog in the race for mayor of Washington. He is white, a former Republican and openly gay in a city that has only elected African-American Democrats to its top local office.
Critics of Maryland's newly passed transgender rights bill kick off a new effort to get the law overturned.
The three candidates vying for the Democratic nomination in the race for Maryland attorney general have agreed to face each other in two debates.
The three leading contenders for Maryland's Democratic gubernatorial nomination are pitching their platforms to the party's western Maryland members in Hagerstown.
Baltimore County leaders hosted a crime walk in Towson Tuesday evening following multiple violent incidents in the area.
A person suspected of making a drug transaction died in a fiery crash after a brief pursuit with deputies in Harford County, according to the Harford County Sheriff's Office.
Thursday and Friday are First Alert Weather Days.
An explosion at a wastewater treatment plant in Baltimore left three contractors injured, city fire officials said Tuesday afternoon.
The Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (MONSE) says there is an intense vetting process for people who work within Safe Streets, Baltimore's violence-prevention organization.
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.
WJZ makes a visit to the Prime Rib at Maryland Live Casino.
Arundel Mills Mall in Maryland is preparing to celebrate National Outlet Shopping Day.
Beezee Sensory in Maryland is celebrating its one-year anniversary.
The City of Baltimore is still accepting vendor applications for this year's AFRAM festival. Here's how you can sign up.
Harford Community College designs its travel program making it easy for people to explore museums, theaters, historical sites, and Instagram-worthy destinations without the stress of driving, planning, or organizing logistics themselves.
The Orioles have lost four in a row for the first time since a five-game skid from April 30 to May 4.
Josh Naylor hit a grand slam during a five-run fifth inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 on Monday night.
Ernie Clement swerved to his right to dodge a tag attempt by Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who threw to first, assuming that the Blue Jays baserunner would be called out for leaving the baseline.
Yohendrick Piñango and Brandon Valenzuela hit solo home runs, Andrés Giménez had two hits and an RBI, and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-4 on Sunday.
Coby Mayo hit a bases-clearing double in a six-run first inning to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 8-2 on Thursday.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
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
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
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.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
Temperatures soar this week, with storm chances in Maryland
Storm chances, heat increase this week in Maryland
Maryland will see intense heat and storms move into the area during the middle of the week.
Thursday and Friday are First Alert Weather Days.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures soar this week, with storm chances in Maryland
Drug deal suspect killed after fiery five-car crash
Baltimore suing internet, marketing, supplements company Agora
Baltimore County leaders visit businesses to address crime
Baltimore County police, leaders hold crime walk in Towson