From Scary To Sultry, Halloween Spirit Brings In Billions
Here's a mind-boggling number: Americans will spend $74 billion on Halloween.
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Here's a mind-boggling number: Americans will spend $74 billion on Halloween.
Choosing a Halloween costume is a critical decision. There are tons of different categories to choose from. You've got gory costumes, inflatable costumes, serial killer costumes, funny costumes and of course everyone's favorite, the highly inappropriate yet extremely clever costume.
Ghouls and goblins won't be the only thing seen in Baltimore on Halloween.
Offensive, racist, sexist. Those are just some of the words used to describe a costume some are dressing up in for Halloween.
Trading pigskin for pumpkins. After a tough loss on the road, the Ravens are getting into the Halloween spirit--and giving back at the same time.
Canines in costume! Halloween may be days away but some Baltimore-area pups are getting in the spirit early.
We have ideas on how to spend your Halloween. Also, we have tips on fall makeup trends.
Ethan Reid, author of "The Undying," from Simon & Schuster shares his list of the creepiest vacation spots around the world for Halloween.
The Maryland State Highway Administration will again lend reflective vests to children and adults chaperoning their trick or treating on Halloween.
Police say someone intentionally set fire to a Charles County Halloween store for the second time in less than two months.
The Baltimore Marathon is today. Also, we have tips on keeping your baby safe on Halloween.
Keep your kids safe this Halloween night by going over some trick-or-treating safety tips with them.
Need some inspiration for this season's Halloween costume? Check out these trendy Halloween costumes inspired by pop culture.
Get creative in the kitchen this Halloween. These fun recipes are sure to be a hit at your next Halloween party or other spooky event.
Let your kids plot world domination this Halloween with these classic villain costumes.
Want the world to know you two are tight as Batman and Robin? Check out these dynamic duo, Halloween twosomes.
Your own backyard is the perfect setting for a creepy haunted maze that will give your friends a delightful fright.
Use everyday materials to design your own Halloween masks in just a few hours.
Don't leave the kids out of all your Halloween fun. Here are five fun Halloween flicks that the whole family can enjoy together.
A 15-year-old boy remains in the hospital after he is brutally beaten at Six Flags during a Halloween event.
A 15-year-old boy critically injured at Six Flags America during the first night of its Halloween event, Fright Fest, has undergone surgery on his skull and is in a coma.
Make plans this Halloween to take a vacation and visit some of the spookiest destinations in the country. Many of these areas have a tragic past, which adds to the chances of them being haunted and creating a spooky feeling among those who tour the area.
A fire department spokesman says three people were injured at Six Flags America during the first night of its Halloween event, Fright Fest.
The Maryland Science Center in Baltimore invites you to punctuate the end of Halloween with a Pumpkin Smash.
Anne Arundel County native and former Loyola (Md) lacrosse player Pat Spencer reportedly agreed to a contract with the NBA's Phoenix Suns.
Baltimore City extended its Code Red Extreme Heat Alert through Sunday, July 5, due to an extreme heat wave impacting Maryland.
Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) is asking state regulators to raise customers' electricity bills by an average of $8 per month.
The family has a history of helping the needy in Maryland through their charitable foundation.
Residents in Harford County are already reserving their spots days in advance for the highly anticipated Fourth of July parade in Bel Air, Maryland.
Amtrak Northeast Region announced at least 18 trains were canceled Thursday because of temperature-related conditions.
Baltimore is under an Extreme Heat Warning today, as temperatures reach 100 degrees for the first time this year.
As utility costs and temperatures continue to rise, Maryland officials are helping soften the financial blow.
This Fourth of July is expected to be the hottest on record for much of the U.S., and Maryland is already under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
A federal judge is still deciding whether or not to reinstate the permits for a proposed ICE facility in Elkridge. Meanwhile, immigrant advocates are continuing to rally against it.
Amtrak Northeast Region announced at least 18 trains were canceled Thursday because of temperature-related conditions.
This Fourth of July is expected to be the hottest on record for much of the U.S., and Maryland is already under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The extreme heat moving into Maryland this week could be dangerous not only for humans but their pets, too.
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.
AAA's Ragina Ali tells WJZ-TV what travelers should expect during the July 4th holiday weekend
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas gets an inside look at the BMA stall at Baltimore's Lexington Market.
WJZ's Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore celebrates America 250.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas visits Hershey Park to talk food, fun, and all that Hershey Park has to offer for their major celebrations this Summer.
Anne Arundel County native and former Loyola (Md) lacrosse player Pat Spencer reportedly agreed to a contract with the NBA's Phoenix Suns.
Ovechkin and the Capitals inked a deal with a $1 million salary and bonuses worth an additional $8 million.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
July 1 is "Bobby Bonilla Day," an annual payday for the former Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets slugger, whose $1 million deferred payments will continue on that date until 2035.
Dean Kremer pitched six impressive innings in his return from a quad injury, and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a sweep Wednesday with a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
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
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
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This Fourth of July is expected to be the hottest on record for much of the U.S., and Maryland is already under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
CBS News Baltimore's Greg Padgett has the latest weather forecast live at noon on Thursday, July 2.
Baltimore is under an Extreme Heat Warning today, as temperatures reach 100 degrees for the first time this year.
This week on Purple Playbook, Grace Grill and 2-time Super Bowl Champion Torrey Smith talk about Lamar Jackson’s legacy so far, with Torrey calling him “the best athlete to play a sport in Baltimore”. They also discuss the importance of position coaches and their relationships with players. #Ravens #RavensFlock #Lamar Jackson #ZayFlowers #TorreySmith #NFL #BaltimoreRavens
Doctors say what you eat and drink can make a big difference in how your body handles the heat.
The older brother of the Ravens' defensive lineman has been arrested in their mother's death. CBS News Baltimore's Mike Hellgren has the new details in the case.
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A federal judge is still deciding whether or not to reinstate the permits for a proposed ICE facility in Elkridge. Meanwhile, immigrant advocates are continuing to rally against it.