Back to School: Is your child up to date on vaccines? Here's what to know
Now is a good time for families to make sure students are healthy and protected before heading back to the classrooms.
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Now is a good time for families to make sure students are healthy and protected before heading back to the classrooms.
From recruitment fairs to signing bonuses, it seems every school district is still trying to recruit bus drivers.
Jared Perry, a music teacher at Booker T. Washington Middle School for the Arts, is Baltimore City Public Schools' 2023 Teacher of the Year.
As families gear up for the new school year, experts emphasize the importance of easing into routines, whether it's a child's first or senior year in school.
Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Sean Bulson sat down with WJZ staff to talk about how his school district is preparing for students to return to the hallways.
The signs of a bag being too heavy, aside from the child falling over like a turtle on its back, are numerous.
WJZ sat down with Anne Arundel County Public Schools Superintendent Mark Bedell for our Back-to-School series.
WJZ talked with Dr. Asha Patton-Smith, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Kaiser Permanente, about how to cope with empty nest syndrome.
Ahead of the upcoming academic school year, WJZ sat down with superintendents in our area to ask them about the plans and challenges.
School lunches aren't always easy. You want the food to be healthy, and your children want it to be fun.
Baltimore City Public Schools will welcome students back on August 28.
The new school year is about to begin, but not all Maryland school districts will open their doors at the same time.
Even though school is almost back in session, it's not too late to take a vacation.
School supply costs are up this year due to inflation and purchases of big-ticket items like laptops and electronics.
Back-to-school season is a great time for kids to get an eye exam, doctors say, specially since school screenings can miss kids with vision problems.
Here's a list of mobile apps and websites that can help you with studying, note-taking, and overall productivity.
Sending your child off the school for the first time can be nerve-racking, and sometimes scary.
We know the search for school supplies can be a challenge - so we did some shopping for you.
School will be here before you know it.
Howard County Schools have adjusted the start times for the upcoming school year.
A new app will launch at the end of July for families in the Baltimore City Public School system.
Students and their dads braved the rain to walk to school Tuesday morning at Bakerfield Elementary in Aberdeen.
The schools also dismissed early on Monday, the first day of class in the city.
Lt. Kelsey Sadler was one of three firefighters who died of injuries suffered in a partial building collapse January in West Baltimore.
As schools welcome students back to begin the new academic year, there are still voids to be filled in classrooms across the state of Maryland.
South Africa Springboks beat New Zealand All Blacks 43-28 in rugby's greatest rivalry at M&T Bank Stadium.
A fuel tanker caught on fire overnight while traveling on I-795 in Baltimore County late Friday, according to fire officials.
Brief heavy rain and frequent lightning may accompany a few storms tonight.
Dylan Beavers hit his first career leadoff home run, Coby Mayo added a solo blast and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-4 on Friday night in the opener of a series between AL wild-card contenders.
Even 25 years after the 9/11 attacks, the impact of the event can still affect people's mental health.
South Africa Springboks beat New Zealand All Blacks 43-28 in rugby's greatest rivalry at M&T Bank Stadium.
Brief heavy rain and frequent lightning may accompany a few storms tonight.
A fuel tanker caught fire overnight on I-795 in Baltimore County late Friday, according to fire officials.
Multiple students at Dundalk High School were struck by a car and injured shortly after dismissal Friday afternoon.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
Maryland's largest Italian festival is two weeks away and is expected to draw crowds of more than 20,000 people.
Harford County gathered to honor those who died that day, and Baltimore County first responders vowed to never forget the heroes who answered the call to help.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
A man shot by ICE officers in Maryland last December was released from custody Wednesday after spending nearly nine months in detention, immigrant rights organization We Are CASA announced.
Astronaut Reid Wiseman, a Baltimore County native, is retiring from his current role with NASA and transitioning to the agency's emeritus status.
Harford County's Plein Air Festival annually draws professional artists from across the U.S. to capture the county's charms. Artist Denise McDaniel joins us with what you can expect at this year's festival.
Nothing Bundt Cakes is declaring Tuesday, Sept. 15, National Bring the Joy Day, and celebrating by giving away a free confetti bundtlet to the first 300 Guests at every bakery.
WJZ is live from the fire company learning about their annual concert event and how each ticket sold benefits the many the volunteers who serve the community year-round.
Emily Goetze, Manager, joins us with some new and returning Cow Tales and Caramel Creams flavors for the fall.
Dr. Claire Bolander shares important information about the upcoming respiratory illness season and how you can protect yourself and families.
Baltimore's new professional women's basketball team has announced its official name and logo.
Jesse Minter is calling the shots after succeeding a Super Bowl-winning coach who was the longest-tenured of the first three coaches in Baltimore history.
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
Dylan Beavers had two hits and three RBIs in an eight-run third inning that carried the Baltimore Orioles past the Cleveland Guardians 9-5 Wednesday night.
Of all the top quarterbacks in Week 1, Lamar Jackson might be under the most scrutiny.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
Community members in Frederick, Maryland say there is a new level of fear after witnessing last week's clash between protesters and ICE agents.
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.
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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.
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.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
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A partly cloudy Saturday is in Maryland.
Brief heavy rain and frequent lightning may accompany a few storms tonight.
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Humidity and rain/storm chances return for the weekend, but it won't be a washout
South Africa Springboks beat New Zealand All Blacks 43-28 in rugby's greatest rivalry at M&T Bank Stadium.
Morgan State University's marching band to perform at halftime of Giants-Cowboys game
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Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore celebrates grand opening of expanded Rash Field Park
Rugby's greatest rivalry underway at M&T Bank Stadium