Best Backpacking Trails In The Continental US
A brief profile of five of the best backtracking trails in the continental United States
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4 new speed cameras activated in Baltimore County school zones
Four new speed cameras posted in Baltimore County school zones were activated on Monday, authorities said.
Man, 57, killed in West Baltimore shooting, police say
A 57-year-old man was killed Monday morning in a shooting in West Baltimore, authorities said.
Baltimore officer & man identified in in-custody death case
The Independent Investigations Division of the Attorney General's Office is investigating the incident.
Ravens reach 4-year extension with record-setting kicker Justin Tucker
Justin Tucker has inked a four-year extension with the Baltimore Ravens, the team announced Monday.
Maryland law shields boy from charges in teen's shooting
A 9-year-old Baltimore boy who was allegedly playing with a loaded handgun when it discharged and killed a 15-year-old girl will not face criminal charges.
12 injured in Glen Burnie deck collapse over the weekend
Five of the adults involved hadf serious but non-life-threatening injuries, while seven had non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.
Family grieves Baltimore teen killed in weekend shooting
A 9-year-old boy was playing with a loaded gun in Baltimore over the weekend when it accidentally fired, fatally shooting a 15-year-old girl, authorities said.
Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins is this year's co-host of the Purple Playbook show
Everyone is invited to attend recordings of the show during football season twice a month at Jimmy's Famous Seafood.
Man, 56, charged in deadly stabbing at Baltimore home
A 56-year-old man is under arrest in the stabbing death of another man at his Baltimore apartment, authorities said.
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4 new speed cameras activated in Baltimore County school zones
Four new speed cameras posted in Baltimore County school zones were activated on Monday, authorities said.
Man, 57, killed in West Baltimore shooting, police say
A 57-year-old man was killed Monday morning in a shooting in West Baltimore, authorities said.
Baltimore officer & man identified in in-custody death case
The Independent Investigations Division of the Attorney General's Office is investigating the incident.
Ravens reach 4-year extension with record-setting kicker Justin Tucker
Justin Tucker has inked a four-year extension with the Baltimore Ravens, the team announced Monday.
Maryland law shields boy from charges in teen's shooting
A 9-year-old Baltimore boy who was allegedly playing with a loaded handgun when it discharged and killed a 15-year-old girl will not face criminal charges.
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Baltimore officer & man identified in in-custody death case
The Independent Investigations Division of the Attorney General's Office is investigating the incident.
Ravens reach 4-year extension with record-setting kicker Justin Tucker
Justin Tucker has inked a four-year extension with the Baltimore Ravens, the team announced Monday.
Maryland law shields boy from charges in teen's shooting
A 9-year-old Baltimore boy who was allegedly playing with a loaded handgun when it discharged and killed a 15-year-old girl will not face criminal charges.
12 injured in Glen Burnie deck collapse over the weekend
Five of the adults involved hadf serious but non-life-threatening injuries, while seven had non-life-threatening injuries, officials said.
Grandmother, grandson still missing 4 days after severe storms in Baltimore
The pair were last seen leaving the 1100 block of Ramblewood Road in a red Kia Soul at 6:40 p.m. on Thursday, police said.
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Where's Marty? Finding out why Luann Carra made a Christmas room in her Fells Point basement
Luann Carra started this magical room beneath her gallery, and now she says she'll be known as the "crazy Fells Point Christmas lady!"
WJZ teams up with Jimmy's Famous Seafood to get students ready for school
As we gear up for the new school year, more than 60 city students benefitted from a back-to-school drive.
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Monday morning forecast
Meteorologist Tim Williams has your Monday morning forecast
East Baltimore still burdened by sinkhole repair on North Avenue
After a month, people still don't know when the stretch of North Avenue between Homewood Avenue and Greenmount Avenue will reopen.
'We will never be the same': Family grieves Baltimore teen killed in weekend shooting
A 9-year-old boy was playing with a loaded gun in Baltimore over the weekend when it accidentally fired, fatally shooting a 15-year-old girl, authorities said.
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Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins is this year's co-host of the Purple Playbook show
Everyone is invited to attend recordings of the show during football season twice a month at Jimmy's Famous Seafood.
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde ejected against Pirates
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde has been ejected from Sunday's game against Pittsburgh.
Pirates get rare win at Camden Yards, 8-1 over Orioles
Bryse Wilson pitched effectively into the sixth inning, Ke'Bryan Hayes homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped Baltimore's five-game winning streak Sunday with an 8-1 victory over the Orioles.
Orioles run winning streak to 5 with 6-3 win over Pirates
On a day the Orioles welcomed Eddie Murray, Brooks Robinson and Mike Mussina back to the ballpark, Baltimore's less heralded 2022 team thrilled the home crowd again.
Maryland football player's heat stroke death sparks health awareness campaign
After 19-year-old Jordan McNair died, his family turned their pain into purpose. They have been devoted to raising awareness about heat-related injuries and student-athlete safety.
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What's in Democrats' health care, climate and tax bill?
The bill aims to lower health care costs, tax large corporations and make historic investments in combating climate change.
Swastika and "Cox" spray painted on Baltimore County mailbox
A swastika and the word "Cox," apparently a reference to Republican gubernatorial candidate Del. Dan Cox, were spray painted on a stone mailbox holder Thursday in the heart of the Green Spring Valley.
Pentagon rejects DC mayor's request for National Guard to assist with migrants arriving in the nation's capital
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejected the request because the Department of Defense has "determined providing this support would negatively impact the readiness of the DCNG and have negative effects on the organization and members."
DOJ charges 4 Louisville police officers connected to Breonna Taylor killing
The four current and former officers face various civil rights and obstruction charges stemming from Taylor's 2020 death.
MD receives $22.9M for offshore wind apprenticeship program
The Maryland Works for Wind project will partner local companies and unions to develop a training model for the offshore wind industry, while trying to reach potential workers from underserved populations.
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Where's Marty? Learning about the fireboat 'Tommy' at the Fire Museum of Maryland
Named for the legendary congressman and mayor, Thomas D'Alesandro Jr., the fireboat served the community for 59 years.
The Choco Taco is not quite dead yet
A few weeks ago, Klondike appalled the internet when it said that the Choco Taco would be discontinued. This week, it reversed course, saying the beloved ice cream treat may be coming back - eventually.
BMA to exhibit works from John Waters' personal collection starting in November
Starting in November, visitors to the BMA will get a look at some of the highlights of John Waters' personal collection through the exhibit "Coming Attractions: The John Waters Collection."
Where's Marty? Learning about sharks at the National Aquarium
The curator of the National Aquarium's "Blue Wonders" exhibit, Jay Bradley, joined us and discussed the shark. In our second half-hour, he got specific about the Chesapeake Bay.
Yes, even Mayor Brandon Scott has jury duty
The mayor tweeted a selfie early Wednesday morning from the Circuit Court downtown, saying "guess who has jury duty today!"
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Diapers cost families a fortune, but now some states will stop taxing them
Disposable diaper prices have jumped 20% over the past year, according to the latest data from NielsenIQ.
Wegmans is phasing out plastic bags at Maryland stores
Starting later this month, all Wegmans stores in Maryland are phasing out single-use plastic bags.
Marylanders, Friday is the deadline to file & pay your taxes
Time is running out for Marylanders to pay their state income taxes if they haven't already done so.
State Reveals New Home Loan Products To Help Marylanders Buy New Homes
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development's Maryland Mortgage Program is launching a variety of new home loan products to provide more flexible options for down payments and closing cost assistance, according to housing officials.
Amazon, Rite Aid Cap Purchase Of Emergency Contraceptives
Amazon is limiting how many emergency contraceptives consumers can buy, joining other retailers who put in place similar caps following the Supreme Court decision overruling Roe v. Wade.
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The Choco Taco is not quite dead yet
A few weeks ago, Klondike appalled the internet when it said that the Choco Taco would be discontinued. This week, it reversed course, saying the beloved ice cream treat may be coming back - eventually.
MD receives $22.9M for offshore wind apprenticeship program
The Maryland Works for Wind project will partner local companies and unions to develop a training model for the offshore wind industry, while trying to reach potential workers from underserved populations.
Airbnb says demand is soaring even amid economic uncertainty
Airbnb said Tuesday that it had 103.7 million bookings on its platform during the three months ended in June, a new quarterly high for the company.
Amazon's Ring has provided doorbell footage to police without owners' consent 11 times so far this year
Under its policies, Ring "reserves the right to respond immediately to urgent law enforcement requests for information in cases involving imminent danger of death or serious physical injury to any person," the company said.
Baltimore Convention Center executive director will retire in Sept. after 44 years in industry
Peggy Daidakis, executive director of the Baltimore Convention Center, will retire in September after 36 years in the position and 44 years in the convention industry, Mayor Brandon Scott said.
Health
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What should people know about Paxlovid rebound? Dr. Leana Wen explains
What is it exactly, and why does Paxlovid happen?
Are "Novids" special or just lucky at avoiding COVID-19?
It's estimated that more than 70% of Americans have had COVID, but we all know someone who says they've never had it.
Monkeypox vaccine clinics open in Baltimore City to limited at-risk groups
"Until we have more supply -- very similar to COVID -- we also should be focused on prevention," Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Letitia Dzirasa said.
Jordan McNair Foundation, Morgan State to host football clinic and educate on heat injuries
Student athletes attending the clinic will work on drills with Bears' football players and meet the new head coach Damon Wilson. They will also learn the signs and symptoms of heat-related injuries.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
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O's to celebrate 30th anniversary of Oriole Park with 'I Love the 90s' concert series Saturday
Baltimore's own Dru Hill and Smash Mouth will perform Saturday as the Birdland Summer Music Series continues with "I Love the 90s."
Trash Wheel Fan Fest to kick off at Peabody Heights Brewery in late September
The fifth annual Trash Wheel Fan Fest is slated to take place in Baltimore's Abell neighborhood in September, according to festival staff.
BMA to exhibit works from John Waters' personal collection starting in November
Starting in November, visitors to the BMA will get a look at some of the highlights of John Waters' personal collection through the exhibit "Coming Attractions: The John Waters Collection."
Where's Marty? Learning about sharks at the National Aquarium
The curator of the National Aquarium's "Blue Wonders" exhibit, Jay Bradley, joined us and discussed the shark. In our second half-hour, he got specific about the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland Zoo welcomes two new baby chicks
The Maryland Zoo announced Tuesday that two Von der Decken's Hornbill chicks hatched last month.
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Marty Bass has your Monday afternoon forecast
With 90-degree temperatures and heat indices in the triple digits, Marty Bass has your Monday forecast, plus a preview of what the rest of our week holds in store.
Maryland Weather: A typical hot & humid August day in store
With the humidity, it could feel like the upper-90s this afternoon.
Derek Beasley has your Sunday night forecast
Derek Beasley has your Sunday night forecast
Derek Beasley has your Sunday evening forecast
Derek Beasley has your Sunday evening forecast
Maryland Weather: Sunday sunshine to turn stormy
Sunday brings plenty of sunshine but shows a chances of storms later in the day.
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HealthWatch: New study says early detection is key when it comes to lung cancer
The latest in health and fitness headlines.
Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins is this year's co-host of the Purple Playbook show
The Baltimore Ravens' charismatic running back J.K. Dobbins is joining WJZ's Purple Playbook team this year.
Family grieves Baltimore teen killed in weekend shooting
A 9-year-old boy was playing with a loaded gun in Baltimore over the weekend when it accidentally fired, fatally shooting a 15-year-old girl, authorities said.
12 injured in Glen Burnie deck collapse over the weekend
A dozen people were rescued and hospitalized after a private deck they were on collapsed in Glen Burnie over the weekend, officials said.
Marty Bass has your Monday afternoon forecast
With 90-degree temperatures and heat indices in the triple digits, Marty Bass has your Monday forecast, plus a preview of what the rest of our week holds in store.