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The Maryland Senate on Wednesday gave preliminary approval to a sweeping gun control bill after rejecting efforts to scuttle a major piece of the measure backed by Gov. Martin O'Malley -- a licensing provision for handguns that would require gun buyers to submit fingerprints to state police.
After being challenged as unconstitutional, Maryland's DNA collection law is now under review by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Massive across the board government spending cuts are set to go into effect in just three days.
The Maryland Senate debates new gun regulations and the arguments are already getting heated.
The Maryland Senate has voted to reconsider an audio-taping measure that was rejected by lawmakers on Monday in a 23-22 vote.
Imagine meeting the child you want to adopt, building a relationship---then being told you can't be together. That's what thousands of American families trying to adopt children from Russia are dealing with.
A Baltimore County councilman arrested for drunk driving over the weekend reacts to the allegations.
Maryland is in the direct line of fire for automatic federal cuts scheduled to take effect Friday.
President Barack Obama has named Gov. Martin O'Malley co-chair of the Council of Governors.
Obstacles don't deter Laura Neuman.
A senator just back from Cuba says it will require "give and take on both sides" and "quiet negotiation" to secure the release of an American man imprisoned in Cuba.
Washington's protracted budget stalemate could seriously undermine the economy and stall gains made since the recession, exasperated governors said Saturday as they try to gauge the fallout from impending federal spending cuts.
One week and counting until automatic spending cuts known as the sequester kick in. Unless Congress comes up with a compromise, jobs and services we all count on could be in jeopardy.
She's a long way from being a political household name, but that's now changing for Laura Neuman. She was sworn in Friday morning as Anne Arundel County executive.
A state Senate committee has approved legislation to tighten controls on gun ownership in Maryland.
A Baltimore County softball coach was indicted in connection with sexual abuse charges, the Maryland State's Attorney said.
Saturday and Sunday are Alert Days due to dangerous cold, especially in the mornings.
A Maryland woman was sentenced to 30 years in prison in connection with a crash on I-695 in Baltimore County that left six people dead in 2023, according to court officials.
Maryland Congresswoman April McLain Delaney attempted to tour a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Baltimore, but failed to visit as ICE was transferring detainees.
Homicide detectives are investigating after a man was killed and another was injured during a shooting in North Baltimore on Friday night.
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 takes a tour of Baltimore's Mug Museum.
WJZ takes a trip to Twin Thrift Shop in Maryland.
Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman shares important filing information and deadlines for Maryland taxpayers.
Marty Bass visits Baltimore Coffee and Tea to talk about the popularity of matcha.
WJZ visits the new THB location in Harford County.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
The Cleveland Browns hired former Baltimore Ravens Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken to be the team's head coach.
The Anne Arundel County native and guard with the Memphis Grizzlies will play in the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge, which includes the league's best first and second-year players, along with stars from the NBA's G League.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The White House held an event with a bipartisan group of governors to push for reforms in the largest electric grid in the country.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
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.
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.
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 Friday evening forecast | 1/30/2026
Freezing weather is expected to continue through the weekend in Maryland before a slight warm-up next week.
Saturday and Sunday are Alert Days due to dangerous cold, especially in the mornings.
Frigid cold temperatures ramp up through Maryland's weekend
Brutal cold continues in Maryland this week
"ICE Out of Everywhere" protest erupts outside of downtown Baltimore ICE detention center
Nearly a year after the deadly double shooting near The Mall in Columbia, a 19-year-old man has been found guilty on a slew of charges.
April McLain Delaney spoke to WJZ Investigates after touring the ICE field office and holding facility in the George H. Fallon Federal Building in downtown Baltimore.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 1/30/2026
This week on Purple Playbook, WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze and two-time Super Bowl champion Torrey Smith break down what Minter’s arrival means for the Ravens’ future. The guys discuss the importance of building a strong relationship with Lamar Jackson, how Minter’s leadership style fits Baltimore’s culture, and whether he’s the right coach to bring another Super Bowl to Baltimore. #Ravens #JesseMinter #LamarJackson #BaltimoreRavens #NFL #RavensFlock #RavensNation