Officials Delay Meeting On Authorizing $20M Riot Response
A Maryland board meeting where officials were to consider authorizing $20 million in state rainy day funds to pay for April's response to rioting in Baltimore has been postponed.
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A Maryland board meeting where officials were to consider authorizing $20 million in state rainy day funds to pay for April's response to rioting in Baltimore has been postponed.
Turning the tide. Homicides and shootings up dramatically in Baltimore after six city police officers are charged in the death of Freddie Gray. It's not an easy job, and it's even harder on the city's west side.
On the heels of a denial for a broad gag order in the case, Baltimore's top prosecutor on Monday asked a judge instead to bar attorneys representing the six police officers charged in Freddie Gray's death from sharing evidence before their trial.
They're mainly focusing on the lack of communication--not just between police and the community, but between police and the government.
Should the city give money to rebuild liquor stores damaged by the riots in neighborhoods where the city has targeted them for closure?
Video captured by city surveillance cameras during the arrest of Freddie Gray and the unrest that followed is eating away at the storage space on the city's private system.
The sudden jump from prosecutor to the center of media attention has brought Marilyn Mosby praise and criticism.
More insight from two Baltimore City police officers. They are speaking out, but concealing their identity to talk about what it's like on the streets since the death of Freddie Gray.
A pair of active Baltimore police officers speak out to CNN, saying cops now think twice before confronting suspects. But the city's top cop says that is not acceptable.
So much of what we see in the news each day gets here because, at some point, there were problems in how people communicated.
A Baltimore judge has rejected a motion for a broad gag order in the case of six police officers charged in the fatal injury of a man in their custody.
As police battle crime, they're also trying to restore public trust and confidence in the department. That's why they kicked off a new training program to make sure their officers are operating within the law.
More federal muscle is coming in to help as the DEA releases pictures of the suspects they say are responsible.
Baltimore businesses say they're still reeling from the unrest in April and the week long curfews that followed.
The governor's office is inviting Baltimore businesses hurt by rioting and looting to meet with federal, state and local agencies offering recovery assistance.
Some 160 officers and scores of firefighters were injured during the Freddie Gray riots.
City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby is seeking a protective order to block the release of Freddie Gray's autopsy, according to WJZ media partner The Baltimore Sun.
Police Commissioner Anthony Batts proposes new safety measures for transportation vans.
The recipients of the proceeds from Prince's "Rally 4 Peace" concert last month have been announced in a press release sent by the entertainer's publicist.
It comes after the in-custody death of Freddie Gray over one month ago.
Baltimore residents holding a rally to support police were met by Freddie Gray supporters calling for justice.
Some community leaders tell WJZ since the indictments of six officers in the Freddie Gray case, violence has surged because city police have been holding back.
Some Baltimore police accountability activists say they'll protest former Gov. Martin O'Malley's announcement of a possible presidential bid in the city Saturday morning.
New developments in the Freddie Gray case. WJZ confirms attorneys for the six officers charged in his death are seeking a change of venue.
It's been one month since anti-police riots erupted in Baltimore and injured more than 100 city officers. Now Baltimore's top cop reaches out to his ranks to tell them he let them down.
Passengers at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport told CBS Baltimore they waited more than an hour on Sunday to get through the security checkpoint as efforts to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) remain at a stalemate.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
A suspected impaired driver was arrested after crashing into two Maryland State Police vehicles and injuring two troopers early Sunday.
Spring is officially in the air. Pollen and other allergens are, too.
Passengers at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport told CBS Baltimore they waited more than an hour on Sunday to get through the security checkpoint as efforts to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) remain at a stalemate.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dissolve her order preventing ICE from deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia.
President Trump's proposed plan to install Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at airports didn't sit well with travelers WJZ met on Saturday.
Some storms could produce hail, gusty winds, and lightning
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.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
WJZ makes a visit to The Spa at the Hotel at the University of Maryland.
Medspa and business owner, Keiarna Stewart, shares her journey on how she got into the beauty and wellness space.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
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.
Temperatures drop on Monday in Maryland
Overnight storms follow unseasonably warm Sunday
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
Some storms could produce hail, gusty winds, and lightning
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