What To Do In Maryland: July 14-15
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If you're not at the beach this weekend for Fourth of July, there's still plenty of things to do around Maryland.
Although several venues have celebrated with fireworks preceding July 4th, there are several locations in Maryland that have taken the liberty of setting off day-of fireworks in celebration of America's independence.
For those who don't travel for the 4th of July holiday, one of the biggest questions every year is where to find the best fireworks close to home.
Baltimore County Animal Services, Baltimore Humane Society, BARCS and the Maryland SPCA—all members of the Baltimore Animal Welfare Alliance (BAWA) -- are joining 16 other animal shelters across the state and waiving adoption fees for people adopting cats or kittens.
An assault suspect trying to elude police has survived after jumping off a bridge into the Susquehanna River after crashing his car on the span at the close of a chaotic chase.
Fifty six people were arrested in Maryland after a three-month long nationwide initiative targeting child sex exploitation.
It's not only the Capitals' Stanley Cup win that will be celebrated this weekend -- but Pride and also something very Baltimore.
Rain and thunderstorms are expected this weekend, but that doesn't mean you have to stay indoors.
It's Memorial Day weekend in Maryland and for most that means you're headed to Ocean City or one of the Delaware beaches.
It's Preakness weekend in Maryland and there's also this little thing called The Royal Wedding happening across the pond.
A group search has been set up to help find a donkey that got out during storms over the weekend in Cecil County.
A 57-year-old Elkton woman has been sentenced to six years in prison for charges related to a murder-for-hire case.
It's Mother's Day weekend and whether you're spending time with mom or spending time with friends and family, there's a lot to do.
A new report ranked the most and least obese states in the country. See how Maryland fared.
If you need help with addiction, here's a list in every county near Baltimore, Maryland
For Teachers Appreciation Week, which runs May 7-11, several businesses are offering discounts and deals.
A Maryland woman who attacked her ex-husband's wife with a hammer while the couple and their young daughter slept in their New Jersey home has been sentenced to eight years in prison.
For almost 90 years, Conowingo Dam has provided hydroelectricity and held back much of the dirt that washed off the land into the Susquehanna River.
A Maryland man is now behind bars after police say he downloaded child pornography.
According to Office of the State Fire Marshal, there are four fires that were deemed an arson in the Conowingo area of the county.
An arrest warrant has been issued for a 19-year-old man for a triple shooting in Cecil County.
Maryland State Police troopers were able to stop a man from jumping off a bridge Sunday evening.
The Easter morning 3-alarm fire that swept through the Owings Landing Apartment complex triggered a dangerous rescue by firefighters.
The city says it will begin killing deer to bring the population down to healthy levels.
A former Harford County detective was sentenced to 36 years in prison for crimes related to sexual exploitation of children.
Grieving family members told WJZ Investigates they are "deeply saddened and shocked" over the death of 25-year-old Alexander LaMorie, an autistic man killed during an encounter with Howard County police outside his apartment complex early Sunday morning.
A Baltimore City Council committee looked to city and utility company leaders on Tuesday for answers on what's being done to prevent future underground fires.
Baltimore County police officers won't be charged for their involvements in a deadly shooting during a mental health crisis in October 2025, the Maryland Attorney General's Office said.
The city says it will begin killing deer to bring the population down to healthy levels.
Crude oil prices are surging due to the Iran war, pushing up prices at the pump across the U.S., according to AAA.
Grieving family members told WJZ Investigates they are "deeply saddened and shocked" over the death of 25-year-old Alexander LaMorie, an autistic man killed during an encounter with Howard County police outside his apartment complex early Sunday morning.
A Baltimore City Council committee looked to city and utility company leaders on Tuesday for answers on what's being done to prevent future underground fires.
A milder pattern will also bring above normal temperatures well into next week
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.
Words with Boards in Baltimore talks about their unique products.
WJZ visits the Verandah Kitchen in Baltimore for Vegan Restaurant Week.
Samaritan’s Feet and CIAA in partnership with Baltimore City Public Schools, is distributing pairs of shoes to students at Hilton Elementary School.
Day cares, salons, restaurants, and other community-based businesses can sign up to host a Baltimore City YouthWorker this summer. The deadline to apply is March 20, 2026.
The Baltimore County Police Department Community Partnership Academy invites residents to step inside, ask questions, and learn how community policing works in real life.
The Washington Commanders have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a lawsuit from 2022 that alleged the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans by lying about an inquiry into sexual misconduct and a persistently hostile work environment.
The Baltimore Ravens hired Nic Gill as their vice president of health and performance on Monday after he previously spent nearly two decades with New Zealand's national rugby team.
Baltimore Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo left a game Thursday because of right side abdominal discomfort after the catcher made a sweeping tag for an out at the plate.
Through a sudden death overtime goal, the U.S. men's hockey team is golden over Canada.
Music performers Nelly and Vanilla Ice will be headlining the Birdland Summer Music Series following two Baltimore Orioles games this season at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
President Trump says his objective in attacking Iran "is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats" from the regime in Tehran. Read his full statement and watch the video here.
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.
Wet weather, but warmer, this week in Maryland
Warmer, but wet weather this week in Maryland
Temperatures tracking warmer this week in Maryland
The Baltimore area could reach near 70 degrees some afternoons late this week into the early part of next week.
Slick road conditions possible for Tuesday morning drive in Maryland
Wet weather, but warmer, this week in Maryland
Former Harford County detective gets 36-year sentence to sexual exploitation of minors
Baltimore residents push back against city's plan to manage wild deer population
Residents in Baltimore's Windsor Hills oppose city's deer management program
Family speaks out after police shoot autistic man in Howard County