Anne Arundel County Public Schools superintendent starts new job amid staffing crisis
a former teacher turned superintendent says between retirements, the coronavirus pandemic, and promotions, many teachers are leaving the classroom—just as he did.
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a former teacher turned superintendent says between retirements, the coronavirus pandemic, and promotions, many teachers are leaving the classroom—just as he did.
Anne Arundel County's wild raccoons will soon be baited into taking a genetically engineered vaccine that will make them immune to rabies, according to authorities.
Funeral services for Anne Arundel County Sheriff's Deputy Scott McArdle will be held in Annapolis on Friday, according to authorities.
Dozens of Anne Arundel County students are celebrating a milestone after securing enough credits through summer school to earn their diplomas.
Dozens of Anne Arundel County teachers gathered together on Monday and rallied against how the public school district is addressing a staffing crisis.
A man from Linthicum Heights died in a crash in Harmons on Sunday, police said.
Five of the adults involved hadf serious but non-life-threatening injuries, while seven had non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.
Police in Maryland have arrested a 66-year-old man on multiple hate crimes charges after racist graffiti was discovered at a church in Anne Arundel County.
The venue completed two days of controlled demonstrations last month during which officials ensured compliance with state requirements.
A witness told police they saw a black Mercedes weaving through traffic at 1 a.m. Sunday at westbound MD Route 100 at Governor Ritchie Highway.
Anne Arundel County detectives are investigating a robbery that happened at the Park Plaza Motel in Brooklyn, Baltimore, according to authorities.
The 55-year-old man was identified as a suspect in a nationwide investigation into child sexual abuse material on dark web sites and forums, the DOJ said.
A 21-year-old man was shot early Wednesday while driving on Route 295 in Anne Arundel County, authorities said.
A church in Anne Arundel County is calling for unity after someone found racist graffiti on one of its doors.
The officer is charged with two counts of second-degree assault and one count of robbery.
Detectives are investigating a Tuesday shooting in Glen Burnie that sent a man to the hospital.
A 15-year-old boy was wounded Thursday afternoon in a shootout that unfolded at a playground in Anne Arundel County.
A 63-year-old woman died in a hit-and-run boating crash on Sunday on the Magothy River, police said Tuesday.
Anne Arundel County is adopting a Vision Zero Plan, which is a data-driven strategy that aims to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Maryland's roadways, according to county officials.
Robert Victor Santin, 55, is charged with 11 counts of possession of child pornography and related charges.
The U.S. Naval Academy welcomed about 1,200 plebes, or freshmen, to its Annapolis campus Thursday.
Beginning Sunday, July 10, the agency will use a modified Saturday schedule Monday through Friday, with service scheduled every 15 minutes "at a majority of stations," the agency said.
Four years have passed since Rebecca Smith, Wendi Winters, Rob Hiaasen, Gerald Fischman and John McNamara were killed during an attack on the Capital Gazette newspaper office in Annapolis.
Here's a schedule of public fireworks displays across the Baltimore region.
A 50-year-old man was convicted of attempted rape, assault and other charges after he broke into an elderly woman's Edgewater home last year and tried to sexually assault her, Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Anne Colt Leitess said.
Rain will continue to depart from the area, but coastal flooding and gusty winds are expected through late week.
Harford County residents shared their concerns Tuesday about the Tri-County Transmission Upgrade Project, which will connect Harford, Baltimore and Howard counties to power plants in Pennsylvania to increase reliability.
A Baltimore woman accused of leaving her six children alone in unsanitary conditions has been indicted on charges of child abuse, neglect and reckless endangerment.
Tuesday night's game between the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays was postponed because of bad weather. The teams are scheduled to play a split doubleheader Wednesday as they try to avoid elimination from the American League playoff race.
Thousands of Ravens fans in Brazil are expected to be in Rio to cheer on their team, including members of "Ravens Brasil," the team's official fan organization in the South American country.
The Baltimore County Council has voted to extend a moratorium on new data center development through the end of 2027.
Harford County residents shared their concerns Tuesday about the Tri-County Transmission Upgrade Project, which will connect Harford, Baltimore and Howard counties to power plants in Pennsylvania to increase reliability.
A Baltimore woman accused of leaving her six children alone in unsanitary conditions has been indicted on charges of child abuse, neglect and reckless endangerment.
Her father is hoping someone else will take up the fight for answers after an important legal deadline passed, meaning the family can no longer pursue certain claims in the case.
Under the version of the bill before the council, food trucks would be limited to operating no more than three days per calendar week, between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
The Trump administration has repealed an executive order that sought to coordinate the efforts of federal, state and local governments to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland is committing $1.36 million to gun violence prevention and intervention programs, Gov. Wes Moore and the Department of Health announced Wednesday.
Maryland's largest Italian festival is two weeks away and is expected to draw crowds of more than 20,000 people.
The Pride of Baltimore II will be featuring guided tours during this years Sailabration event on Saturday, September 26 at Broadway Pier in Fells Point.
Rapper and entrepreneur, Master P, joins us in studio to discuss the first-of-its-kind joint label tour that's bringing together two of hip-hop's most influential music empires for a night of music and cultural history.
WJZ is live from the national historic site where we are joined by NPS Ranger Shannon McLucas, who takes us through the restored mansion and shares more about International Underground Railroad Month.
Italo and Dante Liberatore join us on set with a taste of some of the many food items that will be available at this year's Avena Maryland Italian Festival.
Actress Victoria Rowell joins us in studio to talk about her career in television and new photography exhibit at MICA.
Tuesday night's game between the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays was postponed because of bad weather. The teams are scheduled to play a split doubleheader Wednesday as they try to avoid elimination from the American League playoff race.
Pete Alonso homered twice, including a two-run shot in the eighth inning that lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night.
Baltimore's 24-17 loss to New Orleans on Sunday was the type of defeat that helped cost John Harbaugh his job after a long tenure with the Ravens.
The field at Maracana Stadium has been hit by unusually heavy rainfall over the past six weeks, but the NFL's field director expressed confidence it will be in good shape Sunday when the Baltimore Ravens and the Dallas Cowboys play the league's first game in Rio de Janeiro.
This season, Ravens wide receiver Tez Walker will join WJZ's Alex Glaze and Rick Ritter, along with two-time Super Bowl champion and former Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Despite Judge Pamela White's decision to restore computer access to Baltimore's inspector general and order the city to respond to her subpoenas, the battle is not yet over.
A judge ruled in favor of Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming, saying she will order the city to grant Cumming access to its computer systems.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
Rain will continue to depart from the area, but coastal flooding and gusty winds are expected through late week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Rain continues into Wednesday before drier conditions in Maryland
Drier, still cool weather in Maryland for rest of the week
Rain will begin to taper Wednesday morning
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The moratorium prevents Baltimore County from issuing data center permits. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Dopuglas reports.
Rain continues into Wednesday before drier conditions in Maryland
BGE says powerline project across 3 counties is needed to keep lights on
Baltimore County extends data center moratorium through 2027