
March on Washington's 60th anniversary commemorated today
Martin Luther King Jr. made his famed "I Have A Dream" speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on the afternoon of Aug. 28, 1963.
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Martin Luther King Jr. made his famed "I Have A Dream" speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on the afternoon of Aug. 28, 1963.
Baltimore's Afro-American newspaper, known as Afro News, has been around since 1892.
The stamp features a photograph of Lewis taken by Marco Grob on assignment for the Aug. 26, 2013, issue of Time magazine.
Lacks, whose cells contributed to several major medical breakthroughs, will be honored with a monument in her hometown.
America is once again facing a racial reckoning after a mass shooting this past weekend in Buffalo, New York. The attack against a predominantly black community is being investigated as a hate crime.
A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to using an anonymizing text message service to send racist messages to a Black Marylander and threaten her family, according to federal authorities.
Chosen from across Anne Arundel County, 12 trailblazing women will be honored during the 26th annual Fannie Lou Hamer Awards Reception, held from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3.
Maryland Civil Rights leaders traveled across the Eastern Shore on a bus tour to remind Marylanders of the need to eliminate systemic racism and police misconduct on Monday.
Betty Garman Robinson died over the weekend, OSI-Baltimore tweeted. She was 81 years old.
Remembering Civil Rights Icon Rep. John Lewis
A Maryland commission that will research at least 40 lynchings committed in the state between 1854 and 1933 and make recommendations about reconciliation held its first meeting Monday.
Maryland is one of the states joining a coalition filing a legal brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring.
A meaningful trip for a group of high school students in our area, as they just completed a week long civil rights trip through the South.
Southern states that once fought to maintain racial segregation are now banding together to promote civil rights tourism.
Maryland is one of the least transparent states regarding police misconduct complaints, civil rights advocates said in Annapolis this week.
U.S. Rep. John Lewis of Georgia will be honored Monday night with Philadelphia's Liberty Medal for his dedication to civil rights.
Labor and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta is visiting the National Portrait Gallery to help open a new exhibition about her life and work.
The Department of Justice will investigate the practices of the Baltimore Police Department following the death of Freddie Gray.
The creator of TV's "The Wire" is joining historian Taylor Branch and other writers in Baltimore to discuss their upcoming HBO miniseries chronicling the civil rights movement.
The Justice Department is preparing to announce a civil rights investigation into the Baltimore Police Department.
The Maryland Historical Society is looking for images from both professional and amateur photographers in order to document the Freddie Gray protests, Baltimore riots and unrest and cleanup efforts.
A Marylander devoted to civil rights has died. Leroy Battle was instrumental in desegregating the U.S. military and integrating Prince George's County classrooms.
Harvey Zeigler has spent decades as a civil rights champion in a journey that began when he was a child.
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and The Johns Hopkins Hospital are celebrating the life of Martin Luther King Jr. ahead of what would have been the civil rights leader's 86th birthday.
Cities across the nation will be celebrating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend but some hold a more historical significance than others.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture announced a new exhibition in celebration of its 20th anniversary.
Wintry weather moves on, warmer weather expected Sunday.
A Baltimore man was found guilty of assault Thursday for a 2023 attack on anti-abortion protesters outside of a Planned Parenthood, according to court documents.
For many, homeownership feels like a distant dream, but one organization is reshaping lives and communities to restore neighborhoods and build brighter futures.
A proposed bill in Maryland would allow residents to disclose "nonapparent disabilities" on their driver's licenses or identification cards.
A Baltimore man is facing federal felony charges for flying a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during the NFL Wild Card game between the Ravens and Pittsburg Steelers on Jan. 11, according to the Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office.
For about a month, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has been working on pre-construction activities around the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Wintry weather moves on, warmer weather expected Sunday.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture announced a new exhibition in celebration of its 20th anniversary.
Protests started Friday at a Baltimore County high school after a teacher allegedly posted to social media, targeting Hispanic students by way of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Did you know juicing could help you with your heart health?
Bar Louie has specials available for those coming to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday
NYC base Chef Mia Castro is celebrating Hispanic Food in a collaboration with ShopRite
Deborah Stone introduces us to a dog found in a Baltimore parking lot who happily found himself riding in a car to safety. Meet a dog named Skipjack in today’s Furever Home.
Owner Kelli Bagby shares a few juicing recipes that are easy to make at home that not only are nutritious, but reduce inflammation and support heart health.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson lost the Most Valuable Player Award to Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
Baltimore Ravens legends Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda will have to wait another year to be enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Grant Udinski, a former Towson football player, will be the new offensive coordinator for the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars, joining first-year head coach Liam Coen's coaching staff.
Hunter Chauvette netted three goals to lead No. 8 Johns Hopkins to an early-season 11-10 win over rival Towson on Tuesday at Johnny Unitas Stadium.
The NWSL is establishing a $5 million settlement fund for players who experienced abuse after the 2021 sexual misconduct scandal.
Immigrant-rights groups and five pregnant women are challenging President Trump's order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
A group of transgender minors and their families filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive action restricting access to gender-affirming care for people under the age of 19.
One of three soldiers aboard an Army Black Hawk helicopter that was involved in the deadly midair collision outside Washington, D.C., was identified as Capt. Rebecca Lobach.
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road.
President Trump invoked presidential powers to begin his long-promised immigration crackdown shortly after taking office on Monday.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
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Meet Baltimore native and professional basketball player King Arthur, who opened Free Sweat Gym in Windsor Mill to promote mental wellness alongside fitness.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
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 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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Parts of Maryland will see sunshine on Sunday with afternoon highs in the mid to upper 40s. Clouds will return Sunday night into Monday, but conditions will remain dry through Monday afternoon. High temperatures on Monday will be in the 40 degrees.
Ice accumulations of one-hundredth of an inch reported across most of the viewing area. Luckily, this is not enough to cause hazardous driving conditions. There is still a possibility of freezing rain along the MD-PA state line through midnight. Expect warming conditions overnight associated with a warm front overnight. We will see sunshine on Sunday with afternoon highs in the mid to upper 40s.
Wintry weather moves on, warmer weather expected Sunday.
We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to anticipated ice accumulations. We saw a brief period of snow before a lull late this morning into the early afternoon. Eventually, we will see some sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses.
Clouds will increase Saturday morning, with temperatures hovering in the low to mid-30s. We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to anticipated ice accumulations. Precipitation will begin spreading into the area by late morning into the afternoon. It will likely start as snow, gradually changing over to sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses. Light ice accumulations are expected across the region, which could lead to slick roadways. Areas north and west of Baltimore, which saw significant ice totals in the last storm, will again be the most impacted.
A Baltimore man was found guilty of assault Thursday for a 2023 attack on anti-abortion protesters outside of a Planned Parenthood, according to court documents.
Maryland residents and road crews responded to freezing rain and sleet in parts of the state Saturday.
Parts of Maryland will see sunshine on Sunday with afternoon highs in the mid to upper 40s. Clouds will return Sunday night into Monday, but conditions will remain dry through Monday afternoon. High temperatures on Monday will be in the 40 degrees.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture announced a new exhibition in celebration of its 20th anniversary.
AAA officials urged Super Bowl fans to plan ahead and prevent drunk driving.