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Baltimore already faced daunting challenges: soaring violent crime, a thriving drug economy and poverty so intense that some derelict neighborhoods look like they were hit by a plague. Now, Mayor Catherine Pugh is embroiled in a strange scandal, sucking attention away from those core issues while embarrassing Maryland's biggest city on a national scale.
A man died in March and officials said it was a result of a shooting that happened back in 2000.
"Sorry to Bother You" director Boots Riley and artist Micklane Thomas will be speaking at the Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) on April 24.
A man was shot in the 1400 block of West Fayette Street Tuesday night.
The total for Pugh's children's book sales now approaches $700,000 from at least seven buyers.
The Maryland Auto Insurance Fund wrote a $7,500 check to the Healthy Holly LLC in August of 2012, according to the organization.
Frank Kelly, and his sons, John and David, are taking voluntary leaves of absence from the University of Maryland Medical System Board positions, according to John Ashworth, Interim President and CEO of UMMS.
A Baltimore-area tax preparer was sentenced to prison for felony theft and willfully filing a false tax return on Tuesday.
The City of Baltimore paid tribute to the late Frank Robinson on Tuesday, dedicating 33rd Street as Frank Robinson Way.
Police are investigating a shooting that left a 19-year-old injured in Southeast Baltimore earlier Tuesday afternoon.
Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh is taking a leave of absence, citing her health as the reason, but coming amid weeks of controversy regarding her self-published "Healthy Holly" children's books.
ABC received 4,500 copies of the 10,000 Healthy Holly books purchased for direct distribution for African American children. Records then further showed that of the 4,500 received, 4,100 were distributed to child care centers and youth-serving organizations in Baltimore and the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Baltimore City Schools have released a statement on the shipments of Mayor Catherine Pugh's "Healthy Holly' children's books.
David Hess was pulled after 6 1/3 hitless innings, but the Baltimore Orioles bullpen couldn't see the bid through in a 6-5 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night.
The board hired a California firm to audit its business dealings and practices.
Johns Hopkins University will be allowed to create its own armed police force, under a measure that has received final approval by the Maryland General Assembly.
Police are investigating a shooting in West Baltimore on Monday.
65-year-old Eddie Blair was last seen April 1 at around 5 p.m. in the 1700 block of Madison Avenue.
New information on the case of Adnan Syed, the Baltimore County man who was sentenced to life in prison for killing his ex-girlfriend in 1999, has come to light.
Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh will take a leave of absence in the midst of the "Healthy Holly" book controversy,
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is asking the state prosecutor to launch a formal investigation into Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh's sales of children's books to the University of Maryland Medical Center while she was a board member.
Baltimore County police have identified the wanted man they took into custody Friday after an incident outside St. Agnes hospital in Baltimore.
Baltimore area Chick-fil-A restaurants will celebrate the Orioles home opener on April 4 with "O's Day at Chick-fil-A" from 11 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Kaiser Permanante said in a statement to WJZ that it paid Pugh $114,000 for "Healthy Holly" books from 2015-2018.
Police have increased their presence a Baltimore private school as a precaution after two students got into a confrontation over social media.
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."
Scattered rain and a few storms could interrupt outdoor Sunday plans.
Jackson Chourio hit a three-run homer, Sal Frelick singled in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning and the surging Milwaukee Brewers beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on Friday night.
Baltimore County police are investigating a shoplifting incident that led to a vehicle crash and a foot pursuit in Lutherville.
Scattered rain and a few storms could interrupt outdoor Sunday plans.
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.
Thousands of people are flocking to Baltimore City this weekend, not just for the Ravens home opener, but for the Orioles and Arsenal games too. And though having fun and bringing home a couple of wins is, of course, top of mind for many, so is safety.
Baltimore County police are investigating a shoplifting incident that led to a vehicle crash and a foot pursuit in Lutherville.
The Harborplace pavilions could soon be no more to make way for the reinvention of the Inner Harbor. But some are still fighting an uphill battle to save them.
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.
Jay O'Brien, Vice President of Broadcasting & Gameday Productions, joins us with what fans can expect at Sunday's game and information on a new pre-game entertainment experience called “The Uprising”.
Mixologist Molly Horn joins us in studio with two Ravens cocktails that are sure to be a hit at any tailgate event this season.
Chef Robert Stewart shows off some elevated game-day bites that fans can easily recreate at home or in the stadium parking lot.
WJZ is live in Dundalk with Mike Cornblatt checking out some of the delicious food items that will be available at the upcoming Ravens home opener TailGOAT.
Dr. Angela Allen, Head of School, and Emma Harris join us to talk about the Huffman Commons building and how it is impacting student life at Notre Dame.
Thousands of Ravens and Orioles fans are expected to soar into downtown Baltimore, which means a big boost for local businesses.
Officials in Baltimore are warning people heavy traffic is expected downtown on Sunday when there will be back-to-back Ravens and Orioles games.
Pete Alonso hit another home run against his former team Wednesday night — and received another ovation from New York Mets fans still smarting over his departure for the Baltimore Orioles last December.
Pete Alonso launched his 300th career home run Tuesday night, a tying shot in the ninth inning against his former team, and Coby Mayo's inside-the-park homer in the 11th sent the Baltimore Orioles to a 7-5 victory over the New York Mets.
The Baltimore Ravens released kicker Jake Moody from the practice squad Tuesday after Tyler Loop made field goals of 57 and 45 yards in a season-opening win over Indianapolis.
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.
A dry Saturday in Maryland before rain returns
Scattered rain and a few storms could interrupt outdoor Sunday plans.
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The best weekend weather will be through Saturday as humidity levels fall.
Warm and humid overnight in Maryland
A dry Saturday in Maryland before rain returns
The Ravens are off to a dominant start, but can they overcome a growing list of injuries at wide receiver? This week on Purple Playbook, WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze and two-time Super Bowl champion Torrey Smith break down the Ravens’ explosive 41-23 Week 1 win over the Indianapolis Colts and look ahead to what’s next for Baltimore. The Ravens put up 41 points and more than 500 yards of offense in Week 1, but the victory came with some costly injuries. Rookie wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane underwent wrist surgery and has been placed on injured reserve, while star wideout Zay Flowers is dealing with a hamstring injury after an incredible Week 1 performance. So, which Ravens wide receiver does Torrey Smith expect to step up? #Ravens #RavensNews #NFL #LamarJackson #ZayFlowers #JaKobiLane
Baltimore County police are investigating a shoplifting incident that led to a vehicle crash and a foot pursuit in Lutherville.
Thousands of people are flocking to Baltimore City this weekend, not just for the Ravens home opener, but for the Orioles and Arsenal games too. And though having fun and bringing home a couple of wins is, of course, top of mind for many, so is safety.
Maryland Restaurant Week kicks off today, runs through Sept. 27