Amazon Will Donate Books To Baltimore City Public School Students to Promote Literacy
Amazon is donating thousands of books to students in Baltimore and other parts of the country for Children's Book Week to promote childhood literacy.
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Amazon is donating thousands of books to students in Baltimore and other parts of the country for Children's Book Week to promote childhood literacy.
There is a global flower shortage impacting florists here in Baltimore before Mother's Day.
Scattered showers and storms began approaching Western Maryland on Tuesday evening.
Pro-choice activists came together to make their anger known outside of the federal courthouse in Baltimore Tuesday.
As word spread about a leaked document that suggested the U.S. Supreme Court is considering overturning Roe v. Wade, the decision which legalized abortion, personal conversations on the topic were suddenly out in the open.
Eleven sea turtles that received treatment for cold-stunning were released into the wild last week, setting a new milestone for the National Aquarium's Animal Care and Rescue Center.
Bus driver Marcus Parks Sr. was shot by Silcott the morning of October 8, 2020, in the 1200 block of East Fayette Street after an argument between the two.
The city said it will score applicants to select companies that "will work to promote safety, maintain equitable access to vehicles, and excel in the service they provide to city communities."
The victim was transported to an area hospital and is in unknown condition, police said.
A Washington Capitals player is stepping up in a big way after three Baltimore firefighters lost their lives at a vacant house fire last January.
Gov. Larry Hogan announced the $2 million booster shot lottery in February, offering a $500,000 prize in Week 1 and $50,000 prizes in Weeks 2-11.
Police have identified a shooting victim who died after he was dropped off at a Baltimore hospital Monday as 26-year-old Erick Smithrick.
At least 113 people have been killed in Baltimore since the start of 2022, and the city is again on pace for more than 300 homicides. As violence continues to afflict the city, residents and officials share what they believe needs to be done.
Several buildings were damaged by a 4-alarm fire in West Baltimore on Monday.
One of the largest school districts in Maryland is cracking down on the vape company, Juul Labs.
"This will allow young families to put money towards the things that they need the most food, clothes, transportation, medicine, housing, and so much more," Mayor Brandon Scott said.
Three teens are charged in the death of Efraim Gordon, an Israeli man who was in Baltimore for a family wedding last May when he was shot and killed on his aunt and uncle's doorstep.
Three men were wounded in a series of shootings Sunday less than a mile apart in Baltimore, authorities said.
The weather on Monday set the perfect tone for another beautiful week of spring.
Marco Nunez, 30, was was found with multiple gunshot wounds outside Riptide Bar in the 1700 block of Thames Street around 1 a.m. on Monday, April 25.
Police said the driver was not one of the two people the apprehension team came to arrest.
A student was taken into custody after a loaded gun was found Monday at a Baltimore charter school.
When you're walking around Baltimore with Devin Allen, you can't help but see things differently.
The Baltimore Ravens will honor the 2000 season later this month at "A Championship Celebration," a ceremony that is going to be recorded by NFL Films for an upcoming project on ESPN.
A 21-year-old man is under arrest in connection with a deadly shooting last week in Northeast Baltimore.
Hundreds of older adults rallied in an effort to save a senior center in downtown Baltimore.
Maryland firefighters soon won't have to fear repercussions for off-duty medical cannabis use, thanks to a new law signed by Gov. Wes Moore.
Baltimore City firefighters are battling a three-alarm warehouse fire on Tuesday afternoon.
Maryland will start looking for new construction companies to help rebuild Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after dropping Kiewit as a contractor, the State Transportation Authority said.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
Baltimore City firefighters are battling a three-alarm warehouse fire on Tuesday afternoon.
Maryland will start looking for new construction companies to help rebuild Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after dropping Kiewit as a contractor, the State Transportation Authority said.
A couple strong, or severe, storms are also possible.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed another batch of bills into law aimed at protecting voter rights, strengthening the state's child welfare system and eliminating dynamic grocery store pricing.
Most Baltimore City and County residents believe their communities are headed in the wrong direction, according to a recent UMBC poll.
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.
WJZ gets an inside look at the Baltimore Museum of Art Archive Library.
The Den restaurant in Baltimore shows off its menu.
The Humane Society of Carroll County joins us to highlight a local cat that is up for adoption and their upcoming Woofstock event happening Sept. 19 at the newly remodeled Wakefield Valley Event Center & Park in Westminster
The program promotes both literacy and community engagement by combining the fun of reading with the hands-on learning experience at Port Discovery. It encourages children in Baltimore City to read or listen to five books over the summer to earn free admission tickets to Port Discovery.
The Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore is highlighting the baseball player's legacy for Babe Ruth Day.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to deals with several undrafted free agents following the 2026 NFL Draft. Some of them are familiar with Maryland.
Morgan State's star linebacker, Erick Hunter, will be getting his shot in the National Football League, signing as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions.
Heisman Trophy finalist quarterback Diego Pavia has accepted an invitation from the Baltimore Ravens to next weekend's rookie minicamp in Owings Mills, Maryland, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Willson Contreras hit his sixth home run of the season and second in as many games, and the Boston Red Sox responded to the firing of manager Alex Cora with a 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Roughly 2,000 boxing fans showed up in Baltimore for a championship professional boxing match Saturday.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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.
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.
Maryland will see light rain on Tuesday before storms roll into the region Wednesday evening, prompting a possible Alert Day.
A couple strong, or severe, storms are also possible.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Rain threat to impact Maryland this week
Rain chances return this week in Maryland
The United Arab Emirates plans to leave OPEC on May 1 as the war with Iran strains oil markets.
The White House said Iran has offered a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. ends its blockade.
The Baltimore County Education Justice Coalition is calling for more funding to prevent job cuts.
Maryland will see light rain on Tuesday before storms roll into the region Wednesday evening, prompting a possible Alert Day.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a new batch of bills into law weeks after the end of the 2026 legislative session.