2nd County To End Practice Prompting Victims To Waive Rights
Anne Arundel County will stop having law enforcement officers ask sexual assault victims to waive their rights to an investigation.
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Anne Arundel County will stop having law enforcement officers ask sexual assault victims to waive their rights to an investigation.
The high court on Tuesday denied Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh's appeal without comment, letting a lower court ruling against the law stand.
The treasurer serves as one of three members of the Board of Public Works, a panel that approves state contracts.
The teen who allegedly opened fire at the Arundel Mills Mall is now in custody, police say.
Governor Larry Hogan remains widely popular despite being a republican in a overwhelmingly democratic state.
A growing number of black women in Maryland are leaving traditional churches for witchcraft. It's a trend that's more than spells and rituals.
"You just saw a bunch of people running, they were scared," Angela Kelly, a visitor at the mall, said. "They had tried to scurry away, so you knew something had really happened."
Students from all over Maryland hit Annapolis by storm Monday to fight for laws to protect the environment.
An anonymous donor has given $5,000 for college scholarships from the Annapolis Police Department in honor of the five people killed at the Capital Gazette last year.
Anne Arundel County Police are on scene at the Arundel Mills Mall for reports of a shooting.
Police are asking for help locating a missing 16-year-old girl.
Police are investigating after reports of a shooting in Lothian.
The family of Wendi Winters, one of five people killed in the Capital Gazette newsroom shooting, hosted a blood drive to keep her memory alive.
An investigation showed that 36-year-old Paul Pinkston, the driver of a 2006 Toyota Scion traveling eastbound on MD 100, lost control and struck a guardrail on the right shoulder.
The 83-year-old was flown to the Johns Hopkins Burn Center where she later died.
Charged with first, and second-degree murder, 25-year-old Brent Faulkner has an extensive history of violence involving his mother, including an incident when he tried to poison her.
Investigators determined the car was intentionally set on fire Friday morning after reaching the scene to the car in the driveway.
Retired radio talk show host Diane Rehm is scheduled to testify in favor of a measure in Maryland that would allow the terminally ill to end their lives with the help of a doctor.
The General Assembly is considering incentives proposed by the governor to encourage drivers to go electric.
Police are investigating a suspicious death in the 5200 block of Wasena Ave in the Brooklyn Park area.
After months of investigation, detectives have made an arrest in the July 2018 killing of Dantae Nashuan Simmons, a 23-year-old from Glen Burnie, Md.
Annapolis Police arrested a man they say threatened his ex-girlfriend's life and went searching for her with a gun.
The measure calls for creating an independent body with the authority to evaluate high-cost prescription drugs and set rates for Maryland residents to pay.
Police are searching for two suspects who attacked a 95-year-old bar owner Wednesday morning in her Pasadena home.
An elderly woman was robbed coming home from work early Wednesday morning, according to police.
In a matter of days, offensive A.I. images circulated on social media involving two Baltimore-area government leaders.
Community members are disappointed after the Y in Central Maryland announced plans to end operations of two of its Baltimore County swim centers.
A Baltimore County dental assistant and her family members were convicted and sentenced for illegally distributing oxycodone prescription drugs to a licensed dentist, Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced on Wednesday.
Jurors heard graphic testimony Wednesday about the injuries a woman suffered when she alleged her boyfriend strangled and raped her inside her home in Baltimore County in July 2024.
Five Baltimore County students are facing second-degree assault charges after a video surfaced of a large fight near a bus stop in Towson.
Five Baltimore County students are facing second-degree assault charges after a video surfaced of a large fight near a bus stop in Towson.
A top Baltimore City official is raising concerns after Inspector General Isabel Cumming shared a social media post of what appears to be an A.I.-generated image of Mayor Brandon Scott.
Community members are disappointed after the Y in Central Maryland announced plans to end operations of two of its Baltimore County swim centers.
The chance of rain will be greatest on Saturday.
In a matter of days, offensive A.I. images circulated on social media involving two Baltimore-area government leaders.
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.
Baltimore’s Warehouse Cinema prepares for release of Michael Jackson movie.
Havre De Grace has a new restaurant: Kooper's Saloon.
April is National Car Care Month, and AAA is reminding drivers that a few simple maintenance checks can go a long way in preventing breakdowns, improve fuel efficiency, and keeping vehicles road ready as spring travel ramps up.
WJZ is live at the American scratch kitchen in Bel Air, Maryland getting a sneak peak inside the new restaurant.
Mary’s Land Farm in Ellicott City offers lamb cuddling and adorable animal encounters.
Coby Mayo hit his second three-run homer in as many days during a six-run sixth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Kansas City 8-3 on Wednesday to take two of three from the Royals.
Maikel Garcia raced home on a game-ending wild pitch as the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 6-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night, snapping an eight-game losing streak.
The Baltimore Ravens are reportedly encouraged that star defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike could return to the field at some point this upcoming season.
The Baltimore Ravens have 11 picks heading into the draft, beginning with the No. 14 pick in the first round on Thursday night.
José Ramírez homered twice, Brayan Rocchio had three hits and three RBIs, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Orioles 8-4 on Sunday to take three of four from Baltimore.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
Dr. Erica Schwartz has emerged as the White House's top pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to current and former officials.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Nice Thursday ahead of rain chances in Maryland
Sunny with temps in the 70s on Thursday in Maryland
Chances of rain increase this week in Maryland
Maryland will experience temperatures in the 90s Thursday before rain chances return for the weekend.
The chance of rain will be greatest on Saturday.
Nice Thursday ahead of rain chances in Maryland
YMCA plans to end operations of 2 swim centers in Baltimore County
Baltimore County councilman condemns A.I. generated image of him
Several Baltimore County students face charges after large fight caught on video
Sunny with temps in the 70s on Thursday in Maryland