Baltimore Leaders Join Hearing On Bill To Ban Ghost Guns In Maryland
A devasted mother who lost her son to gun violence pleaded with lawmakers in Annapolis to make a change. She said someone shot her son with a ghost gun.
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A devasted mother who lost her son to gun violence pleaded with lawmakers in Annapolis to make a change. She said someone shot her son with a ghost gun.
Following a meeting with Gov. Larry Hogan in the state capital, Mayor Brandon Scott on Friday released a statement calling the talks "productive" and shared an open letter outlining some of the crime-fighting initiatives they discussed.
The governor said he and the mayor "had a very productive discussion on a number of fronts."
The coalition is pushing for state lawmakers to fund an additional $2 million to the tourism development board as proposed in Governor Larry Hogan's state budget which would help market the state to visitors and locals.
Anne Arundel County Animal Care & Control decided to classify the dogs as "vicious," meaning they would be euthanized.
John Carter Jr. registered 14 points and eight rebounds and his two free throws with 15 seconds left in the game proved to be the difference as Navy edged American 47-45 on Saturday.
A 21-year-old woman was shot and killed Wednesday night in Annapolis, authorities said.
The Board of Public Works approved a $1.5 million contract to the Christman Company.
An Annapolis man pleaded guilty Tuesday to first-degree murder for his role in a 2020 murder-for-hire plot, authorities said.
Ghost guns are firearms made with parts purchased online that allow people to skirt background checks.
A teen from Washington, D.C., is accused of murder in the September 2021 killing of another teen in Annapolis.
Governor Larry Hogan said the federal government has "fallen short" in its response to COVID-19.
The Democrats have their long list of agenda items, and so does Governor Larry Hogan.
While some doctors believe the Northeast may be nearing the peak of the omicron wave, top federal officials warn the variant remains highly contagious.
The announcement comes just as lawmakers are about to return for the 2022 legislative session.
President Joe Biden carried Maryland by 32 percentage points in 2020 and a Republican hasn't won a statewide federal office in more than 30 years.
Maryland lawmakers will be gathering for their annual 90-day legislative session this week with an enormous budget surplus, while legalizing recreational marijuana, battling COVID-19 and measures to address climate change will be among the major issues before them in an election year.
The Annapolis and Anne Arundel County fire departments are asking for the community's help in alleviating the strain its first responders are facing as a result of the strain COVID-19 and its variants are causing.
Dozens of residents have reported power outages due to the recent storm.
The patient was flown to Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.
Annapolis is attempting to recover from Monday morning's snow day as they attempt to clean up the eight to twelve inches of wintry weather.
Maryland is mobilizing resources in preparation for a winter storm that could impact the state's roads and infrastructure, Gov. Larry Hogan announced Sunday.
To keep up with growing demand, the Maryland Department of Health is opening two new COVID-19 testing sites in Anne Arundel and Harford counties, Gov. Larry Hogan announced Thursday.
With Christmas come and gone, and New Year's Eve just days away, it seems everyone is eager to swab their nose after seeing family and before attending the next gathering.
Annapolis is canceling the in-person portion of their planned annual New Year's Eve festivities due to the spike in Omicron COVID-19 cases.
A long-standing Baltimore holiday tradition was renewed on Thursday with the annual lighting of the city's Washington Monument in Mount Vernon.
The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (MDPSCS) says it is fixing a heating system issue in the Youth Detention Center in Baltimore City.
Baltimore leaders are praising the impact of a program that has helped hundreds of young people escape the path of violence.
Lamar Jackson and Aaron Rodgers — six MVPs between them — have remarkably never faced each other. It's finally happening this weekend.
Multiple investigations are underway after Baltimore County Police shot and killed a man while responding to a stabbing at an Essex apartment building on Wednesday night.
Light snow is expected to fall across much of the state Friday morning.
A long-standing Baltimore holiday tradition was renewed on Thursday with the annual lighting of the city's Washington Monument in Mount Vernon.
A group of advocates in Maryland is renewing calls for the "long-overdue" legalization of beer and wine sales in grocery stores.
Maryland House Speaker Adrienne Jones is stepping down from her position, our partners at The Baltimore Banner reported Thursday, citing three sources who are familiar with the decision.
Multiple investigations are underway after Baltimore County Police shot and killed a man while responding to a stabbing at an Essex apartment building on Wednesday 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.
Boumi Shriners held their third annual FEZtival of Trees in Baltimore.
Black Barn Alpacas in Maryland will host "Fleece" Navidad in Finksburg.
WJZ is at BLK Swan in Baltimore to learn about the return of their Jazz Brunch event.
Martin's West in Maryland has the secret to the best Thanksgiving mac and cheese.
WJZ is at the Christmas Village in Baltimore to see what new offerings they have.
Lamar Jackson and Aaron Rodgers — six MVPs between them — have remarkably never faced each other. It's finally happening this weekend.
The Baltimore Ravens extended tight end Mark Andrews' contract by three more years, the team announced on Wednesday.
Reliever Ryan Helsley and the Baltimore Orioles finalized a $28 million, two-year contract on Monday, a deal that includes a player option for 2027.
Joe Burrow threw two touchdown passes, and the Bengals snapped Baltimore's five-game winning streak with a 32-14 win over the fumble-prone Ravens.
Olympic Gold medalist and Maryland native Quincy Wilson has committed to the University of Maryland's Track and Field Program, Head Coach Andrew Valmon announced.
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.
A National Guard member died in the wake of the shooting near the White House, President Trump said.
Federal immigration authorities said Wednesday they have paused processing requests from Afghan nationals, after a man from Afghanistan was identified as the suspect in the D.C. National Guard shooting.
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
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.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
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.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
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."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Snow, frigid temperatures on Friday in Maryland
Temperatures tumbling, snow possible in Maryland
Cold with chance of snow Friday in Maryland
Marylanders can expect to see some snowfall during the morning commute on Friday.
Cold remains locked in-place, with an occasional chance of wintry weather.
Snow, frigid temperatures on Friday in Maryland
Baltimore kicks off holidays with 54th-annual Washington Monument Lighting
Baltimore leaders take extra precaution for extreme cold temperatures
Florida man told BWI Airport employee he had explosive device causing evacuation
Maryland gears up for bitter cold, and snow