Maryland Senate OKs Ban On Releasing Balloons Into The Sky
The Maryland Senate has approved a measure that would create a statewide ban on the intentional release of balloons into the atmosphere.
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The Maryland Senate has approved a measure that would create a statewide ban on the intentional release of balloons into the atmosphere.
The fires caused several thousand dollars worth of damage but there were no injuries in any of the incidents.
Police are investigating after a man was injured in a shooting in Annapolis late Tuesday night.
There are now statues of two of America's pioneers inside the Maryland State House.
The 2017 murder of a Bowie State student has pushed his family to advocate for stronger hate crime laws in Maryland.
Police are investigating a shooting in Annapolis after a gun went off during a struggle between three people Monday night.
Police are searching for a man who allegedly tried to break into a woman's home in Annapolis in the middle of the day on Monday.
The Maryland Department of the Environment announced Monday that it has reclassified parts of the Rhode and West rivers in Anne Arundel County for shellfish harvesting.
The statues of abolitionists Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass will be unveiled Monday night in the Old House Chamber.
Five people were displaced after a fire ripped through a home in Brooklyn Park early Sunday morning, the Anne Arundel County Fire Department said.
Police are searching for two men who allegedly invaded a Pasadena home Monday morning.
Governor Larry Hogan announced Monday that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development's Maryland Mortgage Program reached a 12-month high of $1 billion in reservations in 2019.
Annapolis Police responded to two calls for shots fired in the area of Madison Street in Annapolis Sunday night into Monday.
Anne Arundel County police are investigating suspicious activity at a Chuck-E-Cheese Saturday afternoon in Annapolis.
Detective Scott Ballard and Det. Ian Preece were both injured while investigating the murder of a Glen Burnie man on February 5.
The U.S. Naval Academy has identified the Midshipman who died on Saturday as Midshipman 3rd Class Duke Carrillo of Flower Mound, Texas.
A midshipman died at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis Saturday morning during a "semi-annual physical readiness test," the academy said.
Good news for Maryland drivers: the state's average gas price is down 21 cents from this time last month, AAA Mid-Atlantic said.
Heads up, Bay Bridge commuters: mid-day lane closures on the bridge will resume Monday.
The Anne Arundel County Police Department is warning the public that several unauthorized "Go Fund Me" pages have been started for the two detectives who were shot earlier this week.
A 22-year-old Pasadena man is being charged in the shooting of two Anne Arundel County Police detectives and the murder of a Glen Burnie man.
A small cargo plane hit navigation equipment while landing at Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport early Friday morning, an airport spokesperson said.
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge's westbound span is temporarily closed due to a car accident Friday morning.
Police now say they have a person in custody after a manhunt Thursday for an "armed and dangerous" suspect who police say shot two police officers in Anne Arundel County late Wednesday night.
The news that police had arrested a person of interest in the shootings of two Anne Arundel County detectives Thursday came as a huge relief to neighbors who spent hours on edge.
After a bitter cold start to Monday, temperatures will approach freezing this afternoon. Highs in the 40s are ahead
A man wanted for the deadly stabbing of his estranged wife in Howard County turned himself in on Sunday, according to police.
Maryland Democratic Gov. Wes Moore says the White House singled him out by excluding him from a couple of bipartisan events for the nation's governors later this month.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides free education, volunteer opportunities, and support for people living with mental health needs.
To help alleviate the stress, 1 in 5 people also explained that they will use A.I. to help file their taxes this year
Maryland Democratic Gov. Wes Moore says the White House singled him out by excluding him from a couple of bipartisan events for the nation's governors later this month.
After a bitter cold start to Monday, temperatures will approach freezing this afternoon. Highs in the 40s are ahead
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides free education, volunteer opportunities, and support for people living with mental health needs.
The family of Diamond Rice, a Baltimore native killed in a shooting in Cincinnati, held a vigil to remember her life.
Baltimore City is about to become the latest Maryland jurisdiction to introduce bills related to immigration enforcement. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
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.
Coach Tre shares a few beginner-friendly workout moves for those who are looking for a fresh start. He focuses on nutrition, physical, and mental heath in all his clients.
Marty Bass is with Chef Antoine Thomas learning how he uses his special Chef's Blend seasoning to create the ultimate game day spread.
WJZ visited the special Valentine's Day edition of the haunted attraction. Cupid's Revenge, presented by Bennett's Curse, is open February 6th and 7th.
The Chesapeake Bay Boat Show returns to Maryland for its 5th year.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Buzz Williams' first season at Maryland is producing the wrong kind of history.
The Baltimore Orioles acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade on Thursday with the Arizona Diamondbacks, who received reliever Kade Strowd and minor leaguers Wellington Aracena and José Mejia.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
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.
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.
After a bitter cold start to Monday, temperatures will approach freezing this afternoon. Highs in the 40s are ahead
Warmer temperatures are on the way in Maryland this week
Dangerously cold conditions continue in Maryland on Sunday
Strong wind gusts and frigid temperatures are expected in Maryland this weekend.
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Baltimore City is about to become the latest Maryland jurisdiction to introduce bills related to immigration enforcement. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Warmer temperatures are on the way in Maryland this week
Tax-filers turn to A.I. for assistance
Maryland governor says he was disinvited to events with state, federal leaders