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There are lots of ways to decorate for the Fourth of July on a budget. Here are seven ideas to spark your inner decorator.
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There are lots of ways to decorate for the Fourth of July on a budget. Here are seven ideas to spark your inner decorator.
The FBI releases new information about several potential attacks foiled before the July 4th weekend.
With more than 150,000 expected in Baltimore for Fourth of July, city police aren't taking any chances. You will see extra security at the fireworks.
At their heart, these shows love America and what it stands for, although some of them show it with tough love.
America's first Washington Monument in Baltimore reopens on the 4th of July.
When it comes to Independence Day celebrations Baltimore has a lot to offer. You can check out the sparkles and pizzazz of the fireworks from many venues and locations. This year also offers a historical celebration with the Washington Monument Bicentennial celebration. These 5 places or activates are some of the best Fourth of July offerings here in Baltimore.
If the nearest July 4th fireworks display isn't so near, there are other ways to have a safe and sparkly holiday. Read on for some of these creative ways to light up your 4th of July when a fireworks display isn't an option.
In Baltimore, the best firework shows combine the grandeur of a light show up high and a party on the ground. Join any one of the following events for a good time this summer!
The U.S.A. boasts all-American tourist spots from sea to shining sea.
Get a little creative this Fourth of July. Here are five fun party games to entertain all the guests at your upcoming holiday barbecue.
Be both healthy and festive at your Fourth of July BBQ with these red, white, and blue dish ideas.
Barry Manilow will headline this year's Independence Day celebration on the National Mall, performing July 4 with the National Symphony Orchestra and other musicians.
Authorities in Frederick County have dismissed charges against a 13-year-old boy who was accused of a Fourth of July shooting that left another teen injured.
WJZ Weekend Morning Edition: Maryland Live! Casino July 4th celebrations & The Maryland Zoo's Safari Shuttle.
Fireworks light up Downtown Baltimore. But as thousands were glued to the sky, police officers were on the ground, working to keep the patriotic celebration safe.
It's one of the largest and longest running Fourth of July parades in the country. It's right in our own backyard, and Baltimore loves it.
These World Cup fans have a leg-up on us all when it comes to showing their patriotism and we all need to take cues from their American ways. Here are 17 World Cup fans that are more prepared for the 4th of July than you:
As one of the year's busiest travel weekends approaches, so does another visitor: Tropical Storm Arthur, expected to grow into a hurricane by the Fourth of July and hit most harshly at North Carolina's Outer Banks, a popular getaway spot of thin barrier islands along the shore.
Celebrate Independence Day in the Baltimore area by listening to live music, eating fresh-off-the-grill food and watching a few exhilarating firework displays that are sure to knock the socks off of Mr. Francis Scott Key himself.
In celebration of Independence Day, several cities across the nation are hosting fun-filled activities by day and then concluding with spectacular pyrotechnic shows that can be viewed from miles away. Here are five of the best places in America to celebrate the Fourth of July
Craft projects can be enjoyed by guests of all ages at your Independence Day cookout.
Fourth of July parades take place all across the country and signify not only our collective patriotism, but also local pride. Homemade floats abound and are as unique and individual as the spirit that carved out our country.
Fireworks are a lot of fun, and many families enjoy setting off these sparkly treats every Fourth of July. Make sure to follow these tips to ensure a safe holiday for you and your family.
This CBS Local Ultimate Fourth Of July Party Guide will have you prepared for the best Independence Day since 1776.
It's not Fourth of July without Maryland crabs. But this year, you better get them early. And unfortunately, it will cost you more.
A Harford County man who was serving prison time for killing his niece in 2013 was found unconscious in his cell in Washington County, and later died, according to the Maryland State Police.
The three candidates for Baltimore County State's Attorney addressed public safety, the handling of sexual assault and juvenile crime cases, and the modernization of the office in a debate hosted by WJZ and The Banner.
The only operational brewery in Baltimore's Brewers Hill neighborhood, Mobtown Brewing Company, is celebrating its seventh anniversary.
There's a Maryland food influencer who's on a journey to showcase 100 Asian restaurants all over the state.
The former Deputy Executive Director of the ACLU of Maryland said she and her son were unjustly escorted out of The Lyric Baltimore after being placed in the wrong seat.
More than 850,000 Marylanders are hitting the road for Memorial Day weekend, which is usually considered the kickoff to the summer travel season.
The three candidates for Baltimore County State's Attorney addressed public safety, the handling of sexual assault and juvenile crime cases, and the modernization of the office in a debate hosted by WJZ and The Banner.
Waves of drought-denting rain will continue through Memorial Day.
Memorial Day weekend kicks off a period of heavy travel on Maryland roads, bringing heavy traffic along major roadways.
The former Deputy Executive Director of the ACLU of Maryland said she and her son were unjustly escorted out of The Lyric Baltimore after being placed in the wrong seat.
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.
Karin De Francis, the owner of Maryland’s Paws Up Veterinary, talks about affordable pet care.
Summer camp programs at River Valley Ranch in Maryland.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore is busy helping to improve the lives of individuals living with mental health conditions, their families, and communities. We’re joined today by Executive Director Kerry Graves to learn about the nonprofit and its upcoming events that are designed to connect people to resources, reduce stigma around mental illness, and give individuals and families a clear place to start.
Baltimore’s Sagamore Spirit Distillery talks history and what’s new.
The owner of Tiny Brick Oven in Baltimore’s Federal Hill shares how its business was saved by a Christmas miracle.
The Tampa Bay Rays used a four-run eighth inning to complete a sweep of the Baltimore Orioles with a 5-3 win on Wednesday.
Yandy Díaz went 2 for 3 with a home run and an RBI double, Griffin Jax allowed one run and had six strikeouts in five innings, and Tampa Bay beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 on Tuesday night for the Rays' third consecutive win.
Lamar Jackson was absent from a voluntary practice for the Baltimore Ravens, and that usually raises eyebrows.
Yandy Díaz had four hits and four RBIs, Junior Caminero homered and drove in four runs, and the Tampa Bay Rays battered Baltimore Orioles pitching in a 16-6 victory Monday night.
Jackson Holliday had been on the injured list since March 22 following surgery on the hamate bone in his right hand.
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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.
"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.
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.
More rain is forecast in Maryland through the weekend
Waves of drought-denting rain will continue through Memorial Day.
Temperature drop and more rain in Maryland this week
Temperature cooldown follows storms in Maryland
Parts of Maryland could see severe storms on Wednesday after days a extreme heat.
Calls grow for resignation of The Lyric CEO after seat controversy
Mobtown Brewing Company celebrates 7 Years in Baltimore's Brewers Hill
Baltimore County community pushes back against data centers
Fourth minor arrested for assault of teen in Baltimore County
52-year-old cheer academy owner charged with sexual abuse of 9-year-old