Baltimore-Area Black-Owned Businesses Mark National Black Business Month
August is National Black Business Month, a time to celebrate Black-owned businesses and Black entrepreneurs.
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August is National Black Business Month, a time to celebrate Black-owned businesses and Black entrepreneurs.
Despite one of the highest vaccination rates in the state, Howard County announced Wednesday it has reached "substantial level" COVID-19 transmission by CDC standards.
Dozens of people laced up their sneakers Saturday for a good cause. People came out to run or walk in the 12th annual Casey cares 5K.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced Thursday Centennial Park West is set to receive new turf playing fields, new paths and light replacements thanks to an $8 million state grant.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced Monday that all of the county's government buildings are open to the public.
Howard County Police are asking for information in an unsolved murder of a mother and her baby that happened one year ago today.
The National Weather service confirmed that a EF-0 tornado was in Columbia Thursday afternoon.
Howard County public schools will require masks for all students, staff and visitors in school buildings during the 2021-2022 academic year, effective immediately, Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano announced on Friday.
Howard County officials on Tuesday revealed the site of a soon-to-be-built elementary school in Ellicott City.
Howard County Fire said the facade a BJ's store collapsed in Columbia Thursday evening.
Three Maryland nonprofits have received a total of more than $50,000 in AARP 2021 Community Challenge Grants to create or improve projects that change or improve communities in liveability areas like transportation, housing, civic engagement diversity inclusion and coronavirus recovery.
More than 80% of eligible Howard County residents are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, County Executive Calvin Ball announced Wednesday, citing state metrics.
Andrew Ryan Bennett plead guilty Thursday to one misdemeanor count in charges linked to the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball filed emergency legislation to extend outdoor dining until November 15, 2021 for restaurants and bars that added or expanded service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
f you could use a drink, the Howard County Board of License Commissioners unanimously voted July 14 to extend alcoholic beverage and carry out programs for the next two years, the Howard County Council said Wednesday.
Howard County will build a stormwater retention basin in the area of Routes 29 and 40 to fight flooding in Ellicott City.
A 34-year-old Columbia man was charged in the May 30th shooting of Jaden Ealey, who later died as a result of his injuries.
A 35-year-old Baltimore man was found guilty of attempted second-degree murder after firing shots at Baltimore County Police officers in May 2020.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced that 84.2 percent of eligible residents in the county have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, leading the state in vaccinations.
Howard County Police said the man who conned an elderly Ellicott City couple out of $33,000 in May for a roofing job is now behind bars.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball along with Howard County's Economic Development Authority announced an entrepreneur accelerator program partnership with M&T Bank.
The blue catfish have become a growing challenge in the Chesapeake Bay, threatening other native species and depleting other food sources.
Howard County Police said Quillon Long Jr. and a teenage boy, both from District Heights, are charged with first- and second-degree murder in the early June death of Montez Case.
The Howard County Public Schools System's health deficit fund will be eliminated this year, which is two years ahead of schedule, according to a joint statement from the system and County Executive Calvin Ball's office.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued through the Baltimore region by the National Weather Service as storms move through the area.
A 30-year veteran with the Baltimore County Police Department who died following a medical emergency during his shift was mourned at his funeral service on Tuesday.
Maryland's General Assembly session starts Wednesday with lawmakers staring down a massive budget deficit of $1.4 billion.
The Baltimore area's central immigrant rights organization and other supporters rallied outside of the Baltimore County Historic Courthouse on Tuesday, pushing for the passage of two measures that would protect immigrant communities.
Charging documents say 28-year-old Kahili Hines stole the puppies from a Harford County apartment before selling them outside of Arundel Mills Mall.
Baltimore City Schools' AI weapons detection system, which monitors what students bring into school, is causing concern for city leaders due to false alarms and its cost.
Maryland's General Assembly session starts Wednesday with lawmakers staring down a massive budget deficit of $1.4 billion.
John Harbaugh was fired by the Ravens on Tuesday, Jan. 6, after he completed his 18th season in Baltimore.
The Baltimore area's central immigrant rights organization and other supporters rallied outside of the Baltimore County Historic Courthouse on Tuesday, pushing for the passage of two measures that would protect immigrant communities.
The first opportunity for light snow arrives Wednesday evening.
A new poll shows Maryland Governor Wes Moore's approval rating has dropped.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Marty Bass is at Rye Street Tavern to learn about Baltimore’s Oyster Recovery Partnership.
Harford County Restaurant Week runs from Jan. 16 to Jan. 25. in 2026.
Marty Bass visits Far and Dotter in Maryland to learn about how CBD products can help with dry January.
The Pendry in Baltimore discusses its Boozy Tea service.
Marty Bass is at Tochterman's Fishing Tackle in Baltimore to talk about its 110th birthday.
John Harbaugh was fired by the Ravens on Tuesday, Jan. 6, after he completed his 18th season in Baltimore.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
President Trump gave his stamp of approval for John Harbaugh, the former Baltimore Ravens head coach who was fired on Tuesday after 18 seasons.
The NFL is down one Harbaugh in its coaching ranks, although Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't expect his older brother to be out of a job for long.
Steelers fans have donated to Ravens kicker Tyler Loop's favorite charity after his missed field goal on Sunday.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
Cold weather, snow chances this week in Maryland
Cold weather with snow chances in Maryland
Maryland will continue to experience mild weather Tuesday ahead of showers and possible snow on Wednesday.
The first opportunity for light snow arrives Wednesday evening.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Cold weather, snow chances this week in Maryland
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