Government House Bathed In Light To Mark 100th Anniversary Of 19th Amendment
Government House in Annapolis was bathed in purple and gold light Wednesday night in honor of the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment.
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Government House in Annapolis was bathed in purple and gold light Wednesday night in honor of the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment.
Women could already vote in many states when the 19th Amendment passed in 1920, though difficulties in exercising that right persisted.
Maryland is marking the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment this month with a number of celebrations honoring those who helped push for women's right to vote.
This week marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment giving the right to vote, and the Maryland Historical Society is marking the occasion with a special virtual program.
For nearly 50 years, Senator Barbara Mikulski represented Baltimore and Maryland in the U.S. Senate, becoming one of the most powerful women in the history of Congress.
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote.
A mother and daughter from Baltimore County were sentenced for their roles in a $3.6 million Medicaid fraud scheme, Attorney General Anthony Brown said.
Maryland will launch a study to analyze the economic impacts of climate change with the goal of determining the costs associated with storm damage and health outcomes.
A Baltimore man was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for his role in a West Virginia drug trafficking scheme, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Cold weather continues in central Maryland and Baltimore, with a few inches of snow likely Saturday night into Sunday.
Betsy Fox Tolentino, the acting secretary of Maryland's Department of Juvenile Services (DJS), says juvenile crime is down despite residents saying they still feel unsafe and more needs to be done to address the violence.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia thanked his supporters gathered outside Baltimore's ICE field office Friday morning, as he appeared for a check-in one day after his release from custody.
Winter cold continues with a few inches of snow likely Saturday night into Sunday in central Maryland and Baltimore
A mother and daughter from Baltimore County were sentenced for their roles in a $3.6 million Medicaid fraud scheme, Attorney General Anthony Brown said.
Maryland will launch a study to analyze the economic impacts of climate change with the goal of determining the costs associated with storm damage and health outcomes.
A Baltimore man was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for his role in a West Virginia drug trafficking scheme, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
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.
Homestead Gardens in Maryland shows off its holiday poinsettias.
Owner Kaitlin Radebaugh shares poinsettia upkeep tips, and how to create the perfect holiday floral arrangement and centerpieces.
WJZ visits Sweat Bmore in Baltimore to learn some healthy habits.
The Holly Jolly Trolley is back in Baltimore for the holiday season.
The Cheesecake Factory is celebrating this season with a delicious new appetizer that’s perfect for any holiday gathering.
Army and Navy meet Saturday in Baltimore for their annual clash. It's the game players think about all season, and the one coaches have an eye on, too.
Baltimore called a news conference for Friday to introduce the five-time All-Star.
The Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals are both in a familiar position when the AFC North rivals face each other for the second time in 17 days on Sunday.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a three-year contract extension with defensive lineman Travis Jones.
Lamar Jackson missed practice again for the Ravens on Wednesday, with Baltimore facing another massive divisional game this weekend at Cincinnati.
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
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.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
"Any document signed" by Biden with an autopen "is hereby terminated," President Trump said.
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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
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.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
Maryland will see some accumulating snow on Saturday night into Sunday before Arctic temperatures return next week.
Cold weather continues in central Maryland and Baltimore, with a few inches of snow likely Saturday night into Sunday.
Combination of cold and snow coming to Maryland
Flurries return to Maryland this weekend
Cold weather is sticking around Maryland Thursday and wintry conditions are expected over the weekend.
In September 1862, more than 22,000 Americans fell during the Battle of Antietam in Sharpsburg, Maryland. Victory teetered between Robert E. Lee’s Confederate forces and George B McClellan’s Union army. The North ultimately repelled the Southern invasion, emboldening President Abe Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, declaring freedom for American slaves.
Maryland will see some accumulating snow on Saturday night into Sunday before Arctic temperatures return next week.
The 52nd Annual Mayor’s Christmas Parade will be held in Baltimore on Sunday, Dec. 14.
President Trump faced a major setback in his effort to redraw congressional maps in time for the midterms.
An Annapolis man is facing charges for sexual solicitation of a minor, police said.