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Embattled GOP Chairman Michael Steele dropped his re-election bid Friday amid declining support as the Republican National Committee, coming off huge election victories but facing a $22 million debt and an internal war over the party's identity, voted to elect a new chairman.
Local governments may find themselves up against a wall when Maryland's new budget is released. That's because it's expected to contain sweeping cuts.
Republican National Committee chairman Michael Steele's bid for re-election looks in serious doubt, but it's not clear which of his rivals has a clear advantage heading into balloting.
The General Assembly could take the issue of gay marriage a step further this year than it has in the past. There are two bills proposed in the Maryland Senate.
The Maryland General Assembly is convening for its annual 90-day session.
Gov. Martin O'Malley, who is confronting a $1.6 billion budget shortfall, said Wednesday he still hopes to avoid furloughs for state employees for a fourth straight year.
Comedian Bill Cosby lends his star power to a local man aiming to take Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake's job.
Searching for unity out of tragedy, President Barack Obama will honor the victims of the Arizona mass shooting in personal terms and remind those in grief that an entire nation is with them. The president is again stepping into his role as national consoler, a test of leadership that comes with the job.
Lawmakers returned to Annapolis Tuesday in anticipation of Wednesday's opening day ceremonies for the 2011 legislative session.
Maryland's $1.6 billion shortfall for the next fiscal year is presenting an increasingly difficult challenge for Gov. Martin O'Malley and lawmakers after four years of tough budget conditions.
Prince George's County Executive Rushern L. Baker III is asking state lawmakers to approve two ethics measures involving campaign contributions from developers.
Members of the House from Maryland are reacting to the tragedy that left Democratic Rep. Congresswoman Gabrielle Gifford in critical condition after a gunman shot her in the head during an outdoor public gathering. Arizona's chief federal judge and five others are dead.
Investigative documents in the WikiLeaks probe spilled out into the public domain Saturday for the first time, pointing to the Obama administration's determination to assemble a criminal case no matter how long it takes and how far afield authorities have to go.
The shooting of Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from politicians, including Maryland Congressman Elijah Cummings.
Police in Delaware say a slain defense expert changed clothes between live sightings in downtown Wilmington on the two nights before his body was found at a nearby landfill.
A Baltimore County man was found guilty of second-degree murder in the shooting death of his 4-year-old son on Christmas Eve in 2024.
A Cecil County man was arrested for allegedly assaulting and attempting to kidnap a 15-year-old girl in Harford County last weekend.
A dangerous heat wave is set to impact Maryland starting Wednesday.
A firefighter was taken to the hospital for heat-related injuries Tuesday after crews battled a two-alarm fire involving tires, an RV and a trailer at a tire service facility in Baltimore County as temperatures climbed into the 90s.
Extreme Heat Watch is in effect late this week as temperatures approach 100°, with a heat index near 110°.
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-TV's Stephanie Douglas visits Hershey Park to talk food, fun, and all that Hershey Park has to offer for their major celebrations this Summer.
Dr Rachel Marquez tells WJZ-TV how to identify heat related illness within children. She also gives guiltiness and precautions on how to keep your children safe during the hottest days of Summer.
Skift airline reporter Meghna Maharishi tells WJZ-TV about the rising travel costs and the best time to hit the road for your holiday vacation.
BARCS' Noelle Levee brought Mello Yello to the studio, a friendly, caring dog who is looking for his forever home. For more information him and other animals go to Barcs.org.
WJZ-TV's Kaicey Baylor meets Joey, a yellow-footed tortoise at the National Aquarium, as he is introduced to students to promote conservation efforts.
Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago's seven-run third inning and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 on Tuesday night.
Colson Montgomery hit a go-ahead double in the eighth inning, Jacob Gonzalez drove in three runs and the Chicago White Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-2 on Monday night in the opener of their series.
Luis García Jr. homered twice and drove in five runs to lead the Washington Nationals to a 6-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Daylen Lile hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning, Luis García Jr. homered as part of a four-hit day and the Washington Nationals beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Saturday night.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt underwent facet bone spur removal on his back and could rejoin the team later in the year.
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.
Extreme heat wave starts Wednesday in Maryland
Temperatures rising this week in Maryland
Dangerous heat wave moves through Maryland into Fourth of July
Maryland is bracing for extreme heat which is expected to last from Wednesday, July 1 to Saturday, July 4.
Extreme Heat Watch is in effect late this week as temperatures approach 100°, with a heat index near 110°.
Extreme heat wave starts Wednesday in Maryland
Baltimore County father found guilty of shooting his children and their mother
Baltimore County firefighter hospitalized battling fire in hot weather
Baltimore DPW workers take precautions heading into heat wave
Maryland groups react to Supreme Court's ruling regarding birthright citizenship