Maryland Leaders Request Federal Funds To Help After Baltimore Riots
Maryland leaders are hoping to help Baltimore receive federal funds after civil unrest is costing the city nearly $20 million.
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Maryland leaders are hoping to help Baltimore receive federal funds after civil unrest is costing the city nearly $20 million.
As the number of shootings in Baltimore continues to climb-- police take new steps to turn around the rash of violence.
As the city deals with a surge in violence, it's also left with a bill for $20-million dollars which is the the cost of last month's riots.
After the protest and riots that followed Freddie Gray's death last month, the T-shirts seemed to be everywhere: in the protesting crowds, on from the sidewalks of West Baltimore, and on cable news.
New charges against the six officers accused in Freddie Gray's death. The case sparked protests, riots and destructive looting in Baltimore.
Netscape co-founder and his philanthropist wife plan to donate $170,000 in computers and equipment to a library that decided to stay open during the Baltimore riots following the death of Freddie Gray in police custody.
In the midst of crime scenes, police say it's harder to do their jobs. Wednesday, the city's frustrated top cop says officers are being confronted by large groups and cell phone cameras in the wake of the Freddie Gray case.
The prevailing images of protests in Baltimore and Ferguson, Missouri, over police killings of black men were of police in riot gear, handcuffed protesters, tear gas and mass arrests. The main images of a fatal gun battle between armed bikers and police in Waco, Texas, also showed mass arrests -- carried out by nonchalant-looking officers sitting around calm bikers on cellphones.
About 350 businesses have sought assistance from the Baltimore Business Recovery Initiative in the aftermath of riots stemming from the death of a man in police custody.
Maryland Sen. Barbara Mikulski is scheduled to attend a meeting at the White House to discuss helping parts of Baltimore recover from damage due to unrest after the death last month of Freddie Gray.
The prevailing images of protests in Baltimore and Ferguson, Missouri, over police killings of black men were of police in riot gear, handcuffed protesters, tear gas and mass arrests.
City crime spike. A dramatic increase in violence in Baltimore. Dozens of shooting and murders in the last few weeks following the riots last month.
Many have accused Beyonce and Jay Z of staying too far away from the social justice spotlight, maintaining a silence around issues involving the protests in Baltimore and Ferguson.
Prosecutors want a judge to bar attorneys, police and witnesses from talking outside court about the case of Freddie Gray, arguing that statements by attorneys for some of the six police officers accused in Gray's death could prejudice the public, according to court documents obtained Monday.
A few miles off in any direction, and the debate about the knife involved in Freddie Gray's arrest by Baltimore police may have been completely different.
A few miles off in any direction, and the debate about the knife involved in Freddie Gray's arrest by Baltimore police may have been completely different.
Dozens gather peacefully at McKeldin Square for a rally to defend Baltimore's youth.
Baltimore prosecutors are seeking a gag order as they pursue a criminal case against six city officers in the case of Freddie Gray, a 25-year-old man who died a week after suffering a spinal injury while in police custody.
Some groups opposed to Baltimore police actions in the Freddie Gray case plan to rally in downtown Baltimore Saturday afternoon.
Grand jury indictments against the six officers accused in the death of Freddie Gray could come down any day. Now attorneys for one of those officers are fighting back, saying their client is unjustly charged.
Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake is set to announce the chairman for the #OneBaltimore initiative, which was established last week to support the ongoing efforts to rebuild communities and neighbors in Baltimore.
The fragility of Baltimore's economy was exposed by Freddie Gray's death from a spinal injury suffered while in police custody.
Governor Larry Hogan signed a law paving the way for police in Maryland to wear body cameras.
There are new questions about the curfew put in place by the mayor after the riots. Did she have the authority? And why was it for the entire city?
The government's first estimate of damage from rioting last month in Baltimore puts the cost at $9 million.
Colder air returns to Maryland with wind-chills plunging into the 20s by Tuesday morning.
Passengers at BWI Airport said they waited more than an hour to get through the security checkpoint as efforts to fund Homeland Security remain stalled.
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.
Passengers at BWI Airport said they waited more than an hour to get through the security checkpoint as efforts to fund Homeland Security remain stalled.
Colder air returns to Maryland with wind-chills plunging into the 20s by Tuesday morning.
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.
A suspected impaired driver was arrested after crashing into two Maryland State Police vehicles and injuring two troopers early Sunday.
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dissolve her order preventing ICE from deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia.
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.
We are getting a sneak peak inside the new Barn and Lodge located at the Rotunda in Baltimore, Maryland.
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.
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.
Colder air returns to Maryland with wind-chills plunging into the 20s by Tuesday morning.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures drop on Monday in Maryland
Overnight storms follow unseasonably warm Sunday
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
We are getting a sneak peak inside the new Barn and Lodge located at the Rotunda in Baltimore, Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures drop on Monday in Maryland
Lines at BWI airport get longer amid DHS shutdown
Overnight storms follow unseasonably warm Sunday