Marylanders Return Home After Memorial Day Weekend
It was a weekend of beach-goers and brake lights. The number of people who hit the beach over the weekend was potentially record-breaking--and that means a lot of traffic.
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It was a weekend of beach-goers and brake lights. The number of people who hit the beach over the weekend was potentially record-breaking--and that means a lot of traffic.
The head of a think tank at Salisbury University says the value-conscious mind-set of beachgoers could be changing.
Prices at the pump are rising again for Americans. Many still plan to travel for the Memorial Day weekend, but distance may be a factor.
Find the cheapest gas prices in your neighborhood.
Gas prices are nearing the highest in almost four years---around $4 a gallon. Now the pain at the pump is becoming a political pain for President Barack Obama.
Just in time for a heavy-travel holiday weekend, gas prices hit a painful $4 a gallon in Maryland. WJZ hit the roads and found that the high cost of fuel is forcing many to change their plans.
As gas prices edge higher, people are finding other ways to get around. In Maryland and across the country, a significantly higher number are using public transportation.
The national average for a gallon of gas continues to climb to the $4 mark. This comes as state lawmakers are considering a boost to Maryland's gas tax, and the combination has some drivers seeing red.
The price of gas is sky-high this Presidents' Day and the nightmare is far from over. Experts say we could be paying $5 a gallon before summer.
Governor Martin O'Malley's gas tax proposal makes it harder for the state to use transportation dollars to supplement other needs. A bill to apply the state's sales tax to the price of gasoline is set to go before the General Assembly.
Rising prices of gasoline could be forcing many people to think about fuel economy when it's time to buy a new car. And now, automakers are giving us more choices than ever.
Prices at the pump continue to climb, just as lawmakers continue talking about adding the state sales tax to a gallon of gas. A price jump in gasoline had drivers nationwide paying record-high prices for the month of January.
With the price of gas as high as it is, the idea of adding more in gas taxes doesn't sit well with many drivers.
U.S. gasoline prices began 2012 with the highest number ever to start a new year. The price of regular unleaded rose eight cents this past week alone.
Five dollars a gallon for gas? Analysts say it could happen this year.
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High gas prices this past year are being passed on by farmers so it will cost more to put a Thanksgiving meal on the table.
In Anne Arundel County, about 700 commuters are part of an online database that helps them find carpool partners. And as tough times have many searching for creative ways to penny pinch, more people are looking into the database and carpooling in general.
Gas prices took another dive this week, dropping to as low as $3.17 a gallon.
Gas prices are the lowest they've been in months. So how low will they go, and how long will the drop last?
Gas prices fall under $3.50 a gallon-- the lowest since last winter. That's because refineries are switching to cheaper winter blends, and the economy continues recovering at a slow pace.
Chances are, a lot of you are winding down your holiday weekend and getting ready for a road trip back home.
There's good news if you're hitting the road for the Labor Day holiday.
After weeks of falling gas prices, drivers may not like to see what's waiting for them at the gas station.
Travelers taking the car somewhere this holiday weekend will find gas prices in Virginia and Maryland at or below the national average.
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
West Baltimore residents voiced concerns about a planned Baltimore Department of Transportation (BDOT) resurfacing and street redesign project along North Dukeland Street.
In a joint statement, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Department of Education (ED) alleged that schools in the district withheld information from parents about a student's gender identity and gender transition.
After facing extinction, the critically endangered Panamanian golden frogs are one step closer to being released back into the wild. The species has not been seen in the wild in more than 20 years.
For the volunteers behind Aortic Hope, Sen. Lindsey Graham's death is more than a national headline. They hope it becomes a turning point in raising awareness about a life-threatening disease that often strikes without warning.
Another round of strong to severe storms and heavy rain will impact Maryland on Tuesday, prompting a First Alert Weather Day.
Some residents are upset that they weren't involved earlier in the planning process.
The government alleged that schools in the district withheld information from parents about a student's gender identity and gender transition.
A family is heartbroken after the death of a 19-year-old woman who was stabbed to death near a church in Southwest Baltimore over the weekend.
After facing extinction, the critically endangered Panamanian golden frogs are one step closer to being released back into the wild. The species has not been seen in the wild in more than 20 years.
At least four victims have come forward accusing Jurel Bowman, 32, of asking them to "make a deal" and send photos for money.
Keith James Jr. is charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of 15-year-old Giovanna Myrie and 9-year-old Steve Allen.
Two water main breaks impacted multiple businesses and communities in Baltimore County on Thursday.
The Maryland Department of Health says it has confirmed 110 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state this year, with 106 reported since May 1.
Detectives say a Ford Focus crossed into the opposite lane toward the bus, which was carrying students from the Maryland School for the Blind.
WJZ-TV Meteorologist Greg Padgett walks us through this week's weather and previews a First Alert Weather day on Tuesday for severe storms.
Malik Perry, also known as A1Chops, talks about his opportunity to perform at the World Cup and how he spreads his passion for drumming across Baltimore.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas brings us to Papillons Cocoon to highlight popular menu items and talk about their upcoming celebration with Downtown Partnership of Baltimore.
Stacey Coles joins us from the Anne Arundel County Public Library to talk about four books that feature and discuss disabilities as we near the end of disability pride month.
Deputy Director, Candace Allmond, and HeARTworks student, Blake Griffith, join us in studio to demonstrate how art can promote positive civic and economic change.
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
LeBron James officially signed his two-year contract with the Sixers on Sunday, according to the NBA transaction log.
Matt Olson caught Gunnar Henderson's line drive and stepped on first for an improbable double play in the bottom of the 10th, and Austin Riley's RBI double an inning later lifted the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Dylan Beavers singled home a run in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Baltimore Orioles a 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
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.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
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.
The Maryland Department of Health says it has confirmed 110 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state this year, with 106 reported since May 1.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The so-called "Benadryl Challenge" encourages people to take large amounts of the allergy medicine to experience hallucinations.
Maryland is under a Code Purple air quality alert today, as smoke from several Canadian wildfires creates hazy and unhealthy conditions.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
"Be The Mogul" reflects on life in East Baltimore and stresses how community organizations help young people discover their purpose.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
The 2026 lineup has been announced for Baltimore's Charm City Live music festival, including performances from Boyz II Men and Case.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett has your latest weather forecast.
Strong storms moving into Maryland on Tuesday
Storms to ramp back up Tuesday in Maryland
Thunderstorms to rumble through Maryland on Tuesday
WJZ-TV Meteorologist Greg Padgett walks us through this week's weather and previews a First Alert Weather day on Tuesday for severe storms.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett has your latest weather forecast.
Some residents are upset that they weren't involved earlier in the planning process. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Strong storms moving into Maryland on Tuesday
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