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A passionate plea from Democrats has turned into a sit-in on the House floor.
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A passionate plea from Democrats has turned into a sit-in on the House floor.
Opponents of President Barack Obama's nuclear pact with Iran tried turning up the heat this week on undecided Senate Democrat Jon Tester with a TV ad saying politician like him would have "blood on their hands" if they supported the deal. But the burly Montanan came out in favor, the latest of a string of Democrats to shrug off ad campaigns from opposition groups.
Election officials say the number of unaffiliated voters in Maryland has been growing.
Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley hung out at a local bar Friday night and Hillary Rodham Clinton visited a house party Saturday afternoon. But they may have to keep wooing for a while. The neighbors are split among the candidates or undecided.
The Maryland Democratic Party has named a new interim executive director.
Senators of both parties worked Wednesday to revive trade legislation that's a top priority for President Barack Obama, a day after Obama's fellow Democrats repudiated him nearly unanimously on the issue.
Two Democratic senators want to terminate legislation approving the use of military force against perpetrators of the Sept. 11 attacks -- effective in three years.
Maryland lawmakers will be wrestling not only with spending proposals from the new governor, but also tax cuts.
President Barack Obama is in Baltimore for a meeting with Senate Democrats, but he also made time to talk to three working women about working families.
Congressional Maryland Democrats met Monday to discuss the political aftershocks of the election that resulted in the party losing control of the U.S. Senate and the Maryland governor's office.
We are now less than two weeks away from election day. Early voting starts Thursday, and the state's congressional delegation is encouraging Maryland voters to protect their rights.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is set to visit Iowa this weekend to help Democratic candidates.
Maryland Democrats and Republicans were equally unenthusiastic about voting in June's primary, a fact that has the gubernatorial campaigns of Democratic Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and Republican Larry Hogan focusing on boosting turnout in November.
A Maryland congressman makes a case for suing the president. Republican Andy Harris talked to WJZ about his vote in favor of taking President Obama to court.
The Maryland Democratic Party has filed a complaint against Republican Larry Hogan's campaign for governor, but the campaign says it's groundless.
D. Bruce Poole, a Hagerstown attorney and former Democratic majority leader in the Maryland General Assembly, is leading a statewide fundraising effort to help Democrats get elected to the House of Delegates.
When Republican Larry Hogan served as former Gov. Robert Ehrlich's appointments secretary, a big part of his job involved working with Democrats in the Maryland General Assembly on executive branch appointments. He wants to do it again -- this time, as governor.
Former governor Harry Hughes has endorsed Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown's Democratic primary bid for governor, saying Brown's record shows that he will work to protect the environment.
Candidates in the governor's race in Maryland are due to release updated campaign finance reports after the Memorial Day holiday.
The Maryland Democratic Party is holding its annual fundraising gala.
Democrats together in the same place at the same time. Maryland voters witness the first televised exchange between leading contenders in the state's gubernatorial primary.
Candidates in Maryland's Democratic primary are scheduled to debate at the University of Maryland.
The primary election is right around the corner, and more than half of the state's voters either are not thinking or do not care about who will lead the state of Maryland.
All three Democratic candidates in the governor's race agree Maryland's economic policies need work, but they disagree sharply about how much.
Two of the Maryland House's more liberal Democrats are pushing for new protections against foreclosures: a six-month freeze on foreclosures and a ban on deficiency judgments.
The weekend looks fine for outdoor activities, with more wind on Saturday and warmer temps compared to Sunday.
Leaders at a Baltimore County Police precinct in Catonsville are expected to address officer safety, almost a week after an officer was injured in a shooting.
As millions of people keep an eye on their March Madness brackets, the Maryland Attorney General's Office is keeping an eye out for scams and illegal betting.
President Donald Trump singled out Baltimore schools on Thursday for their math achievement scores as the administration begins dismantling the Department of Education.
The cuteness of the "Crab Five" nickname belies the resiliency of Maryland's starters.
President Donald Trump singled out Baltimore schools on Thursday for their math achievement scores as the administration begins dismantling the Department of Education.
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) failed to conduct a critical vulnerability assessment that would have allowed them to identify structural risks with the Key Bridge before it collapsed, the NTSB said during a news conference Thursday.
The weekend looks fine for outdoor activities, with more wind on Saturday and warmer temps compared to Sunday.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced the state is making the largest amount of cuts to the budget in 16 years.
Two more cases of measles were reported in Maryland, bringing the total in the state to three, the Maryland Department of Health reported on Thursday.
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.
Matthew McKenna of Cheesecake Factory showcases a few new springtime menu items.
Courtney Goff of Avelo Airlines joins WJZ to announce the launch of a new nonstop service this summer between Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Wilmington, North Carolina, and Charlotte / Concord, North Carolina.
Harford County is planning a weekend of celebrations including a display of The Bush Declaration, a gathering of the signers’ descendants, and public events honoring those brave souls who risked everything for liberty.
Arya Lewis and Kaydence Johnson of Groove Kidz join us at WJZ to share a few moves to keep kids fit and active.
Spring to your nearest Rita's for their annual tradition of free ice all day to celebrate the first day of spring.
The cuteness of the "Crab Five" nickname belies the resiliency of Maryland's starters.
Weiss, 42, is charged with 14 counts of unauthorized access to computers and 10 counts of aggravated identity theft.
Derik Queen and Julian Reese developed a bond on and off the court at Baltimore's St. Frances Academy, despite being three years apart.
The Baltimore Ravens signed quarterback Cooper Rush to back up two-time MVP Lamar Jackson.
Once again, the Baltimore Ravens were able to keep their top free agent from leaving.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's postponements come amid expected protests in response to his vote to advance a Republican measure to avert a shutdown.
President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress for the first time since retaking office, telling lawmakers and the nation that "America is back."
In an Oval Office meeting, Vance and Trump accused Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful." Afterward, Zelenskyy and Ukrainian officials were told to leave.
A federal judge in Maryland blocked the Trump administration from carrying out immigration enforcement actions at places of worship for three religious groups.
A federal judge has blocked a sweeping executive order from President Trump that sought to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
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.
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.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
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.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
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 on March 27, the U.S. Postal Service announced.
The weekend looks fine for outdoor activities, with more wind on Saturday and warmer temps compared to Sunday.
Strong northwest winds will gust over 40 mph at times through early Friday afternoon. Winds will subside somewhat by Friday night, but temperatures will dip once again into the mid-to-upper 30s across the region.
Sunny but breezy Friday in Maryland
Sunny but cooler end of Maryland's workweek
Mr. Trash Wheel's giant googly eyes have disappeared in an unsolved Baltimore mystery.
Marty Bass is live at the Lord Baltimore Hotel to meet Molly the ghost.
Strong northwest winds will gust over 40 mph at times through early Friday afternoon. Winds will subside somewhat by Friday night, but temperatures will dip once again into the mid-to-upper 30s across the region.
Sunny but breezy Friday in Maryland
Baltimore City Council holds oversight hearing on safety, culture at DPW
NTSB says MDTA failed risk assessment years before Key Bridge collapse