Compromises Fail On Several High-Profile Md. Bills
Lawmakers' plans to allow shielding of certain criminal records and reform Maryland's bail system were lost in the shuffle of the legislative session's final days.
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Lawmakers' plans to allow shielding of certain criminal records and reform Maryland's bail system were lost in the shuffle of the legislative session's final days.
The Maryland General Assembly decriminalizes marijuana. A bill that takes jail time out of the equation for possession of small amounts of weed is headed to the governor's desk. Meanwhile, the General Assembly has also given final approval to a minimum wage increase.
A Purdue University professor has written a book that takes a close look at the state of Maryland's black female lawmakers and what drives their political decisions.
Maryland lawmakers will receive a 15.7 percent pay raise over the next four years.
Lawmakers are looking for a stop-gap measure to fix problems with Maryland's bail system, starting this spring. Sen. Joseph Getty, R-Carroll, said they're hung up on disagreements about how dramatic these short-term changes should be.
A Maryland man has been arrested and charged with making threats against the state's House speaker, Senate president and an Anne Arundel County councilman.
There is a new push in Annapolis to raise some state speed limits to 70 mph. It's already cleared the House, and it's headed to the Senate.
There are calls for a federal investigation in the Target data breach that's left 110 million customers exposed to potential fraud.
Downtown Annapolis businesses are expecting the annual winter boost thanks to the return of the Maryland General Assembly.
A Maryland court ruling requiring poor defendants to have an attorney at initial bail hearings is expected to be a significant issue in the upcoming legislative session, along with a challenging budget situation, debate about raising the minimum wage and revisiting contentious stormwater management fees, leading lawmakers said Friday.
President Obama wants a temporary bill on his desk with no strings attached. That's the message he is sending to House Republicans, as the partial government shutdown heads into the weekend.
The woman who led police on a chase from the White House to the Capitol is dead. Her bizarre behavior set off a massive police response and injured two officers. But it's still not clear what was behind it.
Energy drink companies come under fire as state lawmakers spotlight the dangers of caffeine-rich products to minors.
Lawmakers from western Maryland are seeking the rehiring of ten teachers who were dismissed last month from the state's juvenile justice system.
The General Assembly's failure to pass legislation on dog bites has one lawmaker calling for a special session.
Maryland lawmakers on two panels voted Friday night to advance a gun control measure that is a top priority of Gov. Martin O'Malley's legislative agenda, making some changes but leaving intact the most significant provisions.
Lawmakers are on the third leg of a Democratic leadership push to get a gas tax hike passed before the end of the session.
Some Maryland moms want lawmakers to pass comprehensive gun control legislation.
The Maryland House of Delegates has voted to maintain a much-debated state law that allows police to take DNA samples from arrestees without a warrant.
Some Maryland lawmakers want to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana to save money.
Faulty speed cameras are at the center of a debate in Annapolis. Critics are calling for major changes to the state's system after thousands of bad tickets were issued.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has met with the legislature's top lawmakers to talk about transportation funding issues.
U.S. lawmakers confirmed on Wednesday that they visited an American man whose detention and long sentence in Cuba has hampered efforts to improve ties between the countries, but they gave no details on his condition or what was said.
U.S. lawmakers met with President Raul Castro and other senior Cuban officials Tuesday and were told they would be given access to an American imprisoned in Havana. The State Department said the legislators would push for his release.
A bill that would reverse the designation of pit bulls as an "inherently dangerous" breed of dog moved closer to being passed by the Maryland House of Delegates.
A team of scientists at the University of Maryland (UMD) is gathering first-of-its-kind data through a device you put on your underwear.
Marty Bass announced his plans to retire in May after 48 years with WJZ.
The trombone emoji designed by a group of Maryland students is headed to iPhones everywhere.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for the potential of significant damaging wind gusts and a few tornadoes.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for the potential of significant damaging wind gusts and a few tornadoes.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness ahead of possible severe storms on Monday, March 16, that could bring damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes.
Marty Bass announced his plans to retire in May after 48 years with WJZ.
Some Maryland schools will dismiss early on Monday, March 16, due to the potential for severe storms, which could bring a threat for tornadoes.
A team of scientists at the University of Maryland (UMD) is gathering first-of-its-kind data through a device you put on your underwear.
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.
Marty Bass is at the historic family run automobile repair shop in Essex talking about their services and community impact.
Baltimore's own Gabby Samone performs her latest single “Complicated”.
WJZ is live at the Little Italy pastry shop as they celebrate their 70th anniversary.
Carly Reighard joins us from the Pratt Library with her top reads for March.
The Turnover Shop in Maryland shares how to give new life to old items.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County will play Howard in the First Four play-in game of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, with the winner taking on No. 1 seed Michigan on Thursday in Buffalo, New York.
DJ Armstrong buried seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 33 points, leading top-seeded UMBC to a 74-59 victory over No. 2-seed Vermont in the championship game of the America East Playoffs.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
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.
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.
The National Weather Service received a few storm damage reports Monday afternoon after a series of Tornado Warnings were issued.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for the potential of significant damaging wind gusts and a few tornadoes.
Severe weather is possible on Monday, including potential tornadoes. Meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest forecast.
Damaging winds, heavy rain, tornado risk in Maryland on Monday
Severe storms, possible tornadoes on Monday in Maryland
The National Weather Service received a few storm damage reports Monday afternoon after a series of Tornado Warnings were issued.
Baltimore leaders are preparing for severe weather.
Tornado Warnings were issued for Howard, Carroll and Frederick counties Monday amid fast-moving storms in the region.
Parts of Maryland experienced Tornado Warnings Monday amid severe weather across the state.
Baltimore is sharing its response plan as severe storms are expected across Maryland on Monday.