Outgoing Gov. O'Malley Officially Commutes Death Sentences
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has officially commuted the death sentences of four inmates who had been sentenced to die before Maryland banned capital punishment in 2013.
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Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has officially commuted the death sentences of four inmates who had been sentenced to die before Maryland banned capital punishment in 2013.
There are reports that Governor Martin O'Malley is considering commuting death sentences for Maryland's four death row inmates. The governor has reached out to victims' family members in the cases. Some are begging him to leave the convicted killers on death row.
Take a glance at new laws taking effect in Maryland on Tuesday.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, an outspoken death penalty opponent considering a 2016 presidential run, has yet to commute the sentences of the state's five death row inmates despite his role in pushing a repeal of capital punishment that takes effect next month.
When you need to know, where do you go? A survey of Maryland voters shows most are dissatisfied with the way the state does, or does not, make important information accessible.
There will be no death penalty question on the November ballot. The petition drive failed to clear the first hurdle.
Gov. Martin O'Malley plans to sign a measure repealing capital punishment in Maryland into law.
The House of Delegates on Wednesday night advanced legislation to repeal the death penalty in Maryland after delegates rejected nearly 20 amendments, mostly from Republicans, aimed at keeping capital punishment for heinous crime.
The Maryland House of Delegates will decide whether to repeal Maryland's death penalty. Lawmakers open their debate in Annapolis Wednesday evening.
Gov. O'Malley's bill to repeal the death penalty is making headway, gaining approval from a Maryland House Committee.
Death penalty opponents are celebrating a victory. Wednesday in a 27-20 vote the Maryland Senate approved Governor Martin O'Malley's bill to end capital punishment in the state.
Maryland state senators have given preliminary approval to a bill that would repeal the state's death penalty, rejecting several amendments to maintain capital punishment in cases of heinous crime.
A key legislative committee votes to repeal Maryland's death penalty.
Repealing the death penalty. Hearings are taking place in Annapolis for what some say could be the year Maryland ends capital punishment.
Religious leaders from across the state are urging lawmakers to repeal Maryland's death penalty.
Author and death penalty opponent Sister Helen Prejean plans to visit Annapolis to call for a repeal of capital punishment in Maryland.
Gov. Martin O'Malley says he's confident the state Senate is within two votes of supporting a repeal of capital punishment in Maryland.
Death penalty opponents believe the 2013 Maryland General Assembly session will spell the end of the death penalty in the state.
The end of the death penalty in Maryland. That's what some lawmakers and advocates are hoping to accomplish by the end of this legislative session.
Calls to repeal the Maryland death penalty are met with opposition...again. Lawmakers in the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee are hearing testimony on capital punishment.
Sister Helen Prejean, an advocate for ending capital punishment, wants Maryland lawmakers to consider outlawing the death penalty.
The prison inmate convicted of killing a corrections officer will spend the rest of his life in prison but will not be put to death.
After nearly a week of deliberations, a jury in Anne Arundel County still hasn't agreed on a sentence for Lee Stephens. He's the man convicted of murdering a corrections officer, and he's eligible for the death penalty.
Anne Arundel County jurors hold a man's life in their hands, as they decide whether Lee Stephens should be put to death for killing a corrections officer.
The killer of a Maryland prison guard will soon find out if he will be put to death.
Two people driving separate autocycle vehicles were killed Tuesday evening after crashing into an SUV in Southeast Baltimore, according to police.
The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the trade that would have brought in star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders.
David Coit scored 17 points, Elijah Saunders added 15, and Maryland defeated Oregon 70-60 in a first-round game of the Big Ten Tournament on Tuesday.
Jah'likai King had 24 points in UMBC's 91-69 win over UMass Lowell in an America East Conference Tournament semifinal on Tuesday night.
Neighbors in White Marsh are asking Baltimore County leaders to do more to crack down on juvenile disturbances at shopping centers.
Police said an officer was shot, and a SWAT team sniper killed a suspect.
Neighbors in White Marsh are asking Baltimore County leaders to do more to crack down on juvenile disturbances at shopping centers.
The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the trade that would have brought in star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders.
Two people driving separate autocycle vehicles were killed Tuesday evening after crashing into an SUV in Southeast Baltimore, according to police.
Wednesday is a First Alert Weather Day.
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.
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Check out the indoor golf simulator at Back Nine Golf in Maryland.
Leonard Paper Company talks crab paper on National Crab Meat Day.
WJZ visits Baltimore’s Rusty Scupper for National Crab Meat Day.
Lifebridge Health physician Dr. Arthur Affleck IV shares important information on screening and early detection, who is most at risk for colon cancer, and how certain lifestyle factors increase that risk.
The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the trade that would have brought in star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders.
David Coit scored 17 points, Elijah Saunders added 15, and Maryland defeated Oregon 70-60 in a first-round game of the Big Ten Tournament on Tuesday.
Jah'likai King had 24 points in UMBC's 91-69 win over UMass Lowell in an America East Conference Tournament semifinal on Tuesday night.
The Las Vegas Raiders took a major step toward improving their substandard offensive line Monday, agreeing to a three-year, $81 million contract with three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
Baltimore Ravens' tight end Isaiah Likely and All-Pro punter Jordan Stout are following John Harbaugh to the New York Giants, the Associated Press reported.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said "what you're seeing is emotional reactions and fear that this is a long-term war." He stressed that "this is not a long-term war."
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
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.
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.
Severe weather risks to move into Maryland on Wednesday
Strong storms could move into Maryland on Wednesday
Strong storms possible in Maryland on Wednesday
Record warm weather will stick around Maryland Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon before a chance for severe storms.
Wednesday is a First Alert Weather Day.
Severe weather risks to move into Maryland on Wednesday
Baltimore Ravens back out of Maxx Crosby trade after reported failed physical
2 dead after 2 autocycles collide with SUV in Southeast Baltimore
Baltimore County residents share concerns after juvenile disturbances at mall
Public safety meeting addresses security measures at White Marsh Mall