Is It Too Easy To Petition A Law To The Voters?
Some lawmakers and Gov. Martin O'Malley are wondering: Has the Internet made it too easy for citizens to petition a new law to the ballot for voters decide?
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Some lawmakers and Gov. Martin O'Malley are wondering: Has the Internet made it too easy for citizens to petition a new law to the ballot for voters decide?
The approval of Maryland's Dream Act by popular vote should help spur the idea in other states to allow illegal immigrants to pay in-state tuition at public colleges, if they meet certain qualifications, supporters said Friday.
Just days after Maryland cleared the way for same-sex marriage--the city of Baltimore makes a push to cash in on gay and lesbian weddings. Tourism officials are encouraging same-sex couples from across the country to get married right here in Baltimore.
Attorney General Eric Holder says he will speak with President Barack Obama and with his family to decide whether he will stay on as the nation's chief law enforcement officer.
Superstorm Sandy and this summer's derecho that knocked out power to many Marylanders are prompting a resurgence in discussions about global climate change, former Maryland Gov. Parris Glendening said Thursday.
Maryland voters have spoken! There will be expanded gambling in Maryland, including a new casino in Baltimore. Now Caesars Entertainment is talking about its plans.
Campaign 2012 is over, but has campaign 2016 already started? Looking ahead to the next presidential race, some analysts are including Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley in a list of potential future presidential candidates.
Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon is calling her new probation violation charge a "setback" and says she's not enjoying her fresh legal troubles.
More casinos and more gaming are coming to Maryland. In the early hours of Wednesday morning, the Question 7 voter referendum passed by a narrow margin.
Maryland voters approved the controversial Dream Act on Tuesday.
President Obama wasn't the only winner on election night. Voters in four states sided with gays and lesbians at the ballot box.
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo was delighted to learn that the majority of Maryland voters shared his opinion on same sex marriage.
Maryland corrections officials say former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon is more than $13,000 behind on her court-ordered charitable contributions.
Election Day 2012 coverage updated continuously throughout the day and night.
President Barack Obama won Maryland's 10 electoral votes on Tuesday, and Democrat John Delaney defeated Republican Rep. Roscoe Bartlett in the heavily Democratic state.
Here are the election results for Maryland's 2026 primary.
Beautiful weather continues on Wednesday.
Maryland incumbent Gov. Wes Moore has won the Democratic nomination in the gubernatorial primary election, CBS News Projects.
Dan Cox has won the Republican nomination in the Maryland gubernatorial primary election, CBS News projects.
Chris Chaffee has won the Republican nomination for Maryland's 5th congressional district, CBS News projects.
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.
F.E.L.T. Exclusive is organizing Baltimore’s first multisensory chef competition to combine food, music, science and culture.
Kourtney Abrams, Goldfish Swim School general manager, joins WJZ in studio to promote water safety measures going into the summer.
WJZ’s Stephanie Douglas reports back from a polling location in Towson on what voters need to know before they head to the polls.
Performers A Kay A and CJay Philip join WJZ to talk about the show's themes of faith, community and belonging.
WJZ Meteorologist Steve Sosna shows weather projections through the weekend, with rain on Tuesday and warmer weather towards the end of the week.
The Baltimore Orioles extended their winning streak to three games Monday night with a 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Colton Cowser tied his career-high with four RBIs, Pete Alonso added a three-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-1 on Sunday.
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson shortly before the end of the Padres' 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
Rodolfo Durán homered and drove in three runs, Fernando Tatis Jr. had two RBIs and the San Diego Padres beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Sunday.
Jackson Merrill and Samad Taylor each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and three more San Diego batters went deep as the Padres rolled to a 9-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
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.
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.
Dry, comfortable weather will return to Maryland Wednesday.
Dry and sunny weather returns to Maryland Tuesday evening after a rainy morning.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for much of southern Maryland and the Eastern Shore until 8 p.m.
WJZ Meteorologist Steve Sosna shows weather projections through the weekend, with rain on Tuesday and warmer weather towards the end of the week.
Beautiful weather continues on Wednesday.
Dry, comfortable weather will return to Maryland Wednesday.
A vigil was held for a 3-year-old who was killed in a Baltimore hit-and-run.
Several candidates in the Maryland primary are seeking to succeed the term-limited Anne Arundel County executive.
Incumbent Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly won the Republican nomination, CBS News projects.
The Baltimore County Board of Elections counted ballots Tuesday after Maryland primary.