Local Judges, Churches Vie To Bring Domestic Violence Out Of Shadows
Though reports of domestic violence have been on a downward trend in Maryland, experts say many cases go unreported with the abuse continuing.
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Though reports of domestic violence have been on a downward trend in Maryland, experts say many cases go unreported with the abuse continuing.
Exposing the signs of domestic violence. Too often, the bruises from abuse hide beneath a victim's skin, making it hard to prove what happened.
A look at the statistics shows that in the time it takes you to read this, another woman in the United States will be the victim of domestic violence.Representatives from CBS Sports, Verizon and the Ravens are trying to intervene.
In West Baltimore, a baby is back with its mother after suffering cuts no the head.
The murder trial resumes in Howard County for a man charged in the 1991 death of his wife. The victim's sister took the stand Friday..
The House of Delegates has passed a measure to increase penalties for someone who commits a crime of violence in front of a minor.
A national effort is now underway to combat guns and their relationship to domestic violence.
Nonprofit groups in the Washington area say automatic budget cuts from Congress will likely slash services for low-income families, seniors and people with disabilities.
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The names of 49 Maryland residents who died as a result of domestic violence between July 2011 and June 2012 were read during an annual memorial service Monday night hosted by the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence.
A Baltimore father is in jail, accused of killing his 7-month-old son.
Police say a mother was killed and her child grazed by a bullet in a shooting on a bus in Washington.
A lawyer for a man charged with murder in his girlfriend's shooting death is seeking a competency hearing for his client.
More help for the victims of domestic violence. A hospital based domestic violence center opens at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center.
Baltimore police arrested a teenager in connection to the shooting death of his girlfriend. They believe her murder was the result of domestic violence.
Baltimore Police Warrant Apprehension Task Force arrested more than 270 people in a week long initiative, targeting suspects with open arrest warrants and criminal histories of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and armed robbery.
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A Carroll County woman was flown to Shock Trauma with stab wounds Tuesday night.
A man charged with attempted murder of his ex-girlfriend failed to show up at his trial, and police are looking for him.
A young child is in critical condition, and three others have been hospitalized after what first responders described as an "intense" dwelling fire in Essex on Friday night.
Baltimore police are advising residents in the Charles Village area to be more vigilant, as an increased number of burglaries have taken place.
Three members of the Zizians, a cultlike group linked to six deaths across the U.S., were granted permission to work together for their upcoming Maryland trial on trespassing, weapons and drug charges.
A federal appeals court denied a request to rehear the appeal of former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby's perjury and mortgage fraud case, according to court documents.
Pickleball is quickly becoming a go-to fitness option for seniors in Baltimore County.
A federal appeals court denied a request to rehear former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby's perjury and mortgage fraud case, according to court documents.
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One man was killed and two others were wounded in a shooting at a shopping center in Southwest Baltimore Thursday night.
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The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
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Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Marty Bass visits the Maryland State Fairgrounds to talk about Jurassic Quest.
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Celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day at Prigel Family Creamery in Glen Arm.
WJZ is live at Hotel Revival checking out what inspired hotel’s approach to Dry January this year.
Marty Bass is at Rye Street Tavern to learn about Baltimore’s Oyster Recovery Partnership.
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Negotiations are ongoing, but John Harbaugh is expected to end up coaching the New York Giants.
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The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
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Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
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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.
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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.
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Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 1/16/2026
Maryland could see some light snowfall and rain showers on Saturday as two weather systems move into the area.
Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day, with a greater chance of accumulating snow on the eastern shore.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Tracking snow chances in Maryland this weekend
Mimi Dipietro Ice Rink at Patterson Park temporarily reopens on Saturday
Operation P.U.L.S.E hosts 4th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in observance service
Light rail stops between Falls Road and Camden Station closed until Monday for construction
Former Baltimore City school principal, Ian Roberts, reaches plea deal in federal criminal case
One man was killed, and two others were wounded in a shooting at a shopping center in Southwest Baltimore Thursday night, according to police.