Two-Thirds Of Marylanders Now Support Legalizing Recreational Use Of Marijuana, Goucher College Poll Says
Two-thirds of Marylanders support legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, according to the latest Goucher College poll released Tuesday.
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Two-thirds of Marylanders support legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, according to the latest Goucher College poll released Tuesday.
A bill essentially legalizing recreational use of cannabis in Maryland would be an important step toward addressing social equity and racial injustices, advocates said.
House Bill 32 would not only legalize four ounces of possession for those 21 and over- it would also expunge past cannabis-related convictions.
The latest session of the Maryland General Assembly kicked off last week with a number of changes due to COVID-19.
The U.S. House of Representatives voted Friday in favor of a bill that would decriminalize marijuana nationwide, a move Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby called a "critical step toward a more fair, just and trustworthy legal system."
Gov. Ralph Northam is pushing to legalize marijuana for recreational use in Virginia, which could be the first Southern state to do so.
Two Baltimore men were arrested Monday afternoon after they were found with over $25,000 worth of marijuana, THC edibles and other items in Anne Arundel County.
Using marijuana before entering the hospital for a surgical procedure can make your pain during recovery significantly worse, according to research presented Monday.
Police arrested a 21-year-old Severn man Monday night after they found suspected drugs, a loaded handgun and drug packaging materials in his vehicle.
A 27-year-old Washington, D.C., man has been indicted on multiple charges stemming from an attempted drug deal in Prince George's County in 2019, the justice department said.
You may love smoking weed, but it does not love your heart, according to the American Heart Association's new scientific statement on marijuana.
Smoking weed has become a popular pastime, boosted by a more permissive social attitude and a relaxation of laws and regulations.
A Maryland man has been arrested after police said officers on patrol in Severn saw a drug deal unfold in front of them.
April 20, or 4/20, is known as "Weed Day" in some circles because the date corresponds with a numerical code for marijuana.
If you're smoking weed to ease your stress during the coronavirus pandemic, experts say it's time to think twice.
CBD or cannabidiol can be found all around Maryland. Sometimes it's infused candy, oil, bath salts or in products marketed as dietary supplements.
Police in Baltimore arrested a man Tuesday evening who allegedly had a loaded handgun, suspected heroin, cocaine, marijuana and $3,000 in cash.
Research since the 1970s has shown mixed results on weed's sleep-aiding benefits.
About 2 million American adults with cardiovascular disease say they've used marijuana, despite the drug being a potential risk for heart health
The study, published Tuesday in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence, asked chronic, heavy marijuana users to drive in a customized driving simulator.
Both packages were reportedly mailed to an address in Maryland and had been shipped from British Columbia.
The most recent national estimates of drivers who operate a car under the influence of marijuana put the numbers in the millions.
Police arrested a man on drug possession charges during a traffic stop in Glen Burnie after they allegedly found him with marijuana, THC edibles and ecstasy.
Younger people with cannabis use disorder are at an increased risk of heart rhythm problems, according to a new presentation at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions.
Marijuana use among young adults, especially college students, has been steadily increasing, and the numbers are pretty high, according to a new report.
A Pennsylvania man was ordered to serve two life sentences, one without the possibility of parole, for a 2024 shooting in Carroll County, Maryland, that targeted his business partner, according to the Carroll County State's Attorney's Office.
A Harford County woman was sentenced to 17 and a half years in prison for child sexual exploitation offenses, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for Maryland.
A Maryland businessman was convicted in a $15 million fraud scheme involving his private jet business, according to the Department of Justice.
Four men were injured in two separate double shootings that were reported overnight in Baltimore, according to police.
Air quality alerts are in effect for much of central and northeastern Maryland as temperatures climb into the 90s.
Four men were injured in two separate double shootings that were reported overnight in Baltimore, according to police.
Air quality alerts are in effect for much of central and northeastern Maryland as temperatures climb into the 90s.
A Maryland businessman was convicted in a $15 million fraud scheme involving his private jet business, according to the Department of Justice.
A Pennsylvania man was ordered to serve two life sentences, one without the possibility of parole, for a 2024 shooting in Carroll County, Maryland, that targeted his business partner, according to the Carroll County State's Attorney's Office.
A Harford County woman was sentenced to 17 and a half years in prison for child sexual exploitation offenses, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for Maryland.
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.
Beezee Sensory in Maryland is celebrating its one-year anniversary.
The City of Baltimore is still accepting vendor applications for this year's AFRAM festival. Here's how you can sign up.
Harford Community College designs its travel program making it easy for people to explore museums, theaters, historical sites, and Instagram-worthy destinations without the stress of driving, planning, or organizing logistics themselves.
The 39th Annual LakeFest is returning to Columbia, Maryland from June 12 to June 14.
Aminta H. Breaux, president of Bowie State, stops by on WJZ AT 9 to tout the college's historic 2026 commencement ceremony, the legacy of Maryland's oldest HBCU, and more.
Coby Mayo hit a bases-clearing double in a six-run first inning to help the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 8-2 on Thursday.
Wilyer Abreu hit a two-run homer, Payton Tolle pitched six scoreless innings and the Red Sox beat the Orioles 8-1 on Wednesday.
Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said Wednesday he has moved on since his trade to Baltimore was nixed in March by the Ravens, and his focus is on getting ready for another season in Las Vegas.
Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer and Shane Baz pitched seven solid innings as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Tuesday night.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Raymond Berry, a former Baltimore Colts star and New England Patriots head coach, has died, his family said. He was 93.
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.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
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.
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.
Hot weather will stick around Maryland through the weekend.
Air quality alerts are in effect for much of central and northeastern Maryland as temperatures climb into the 90s.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures head toward 90s this weekend in Maryland
Hot and hazy weather this weekend in Maryland
In 1814, British forces landed at North Point and prepared to march on Baltimore. They expected a quick victory, but were met by Maryland militia—citizen‑soldiers determined to defend their homes. During the battle, an American marksman struck one of the British generals, slowing the advance and shattering morale. Outnumbered, Maryland forces eventually fell back, but not before buying time. The next day, as the British moved to the harbor, the U.S. would preserve its independence, and Marylanders would come to remember the Battle of North Point as Defenders Day.
Maryland will host three fishing license-free days: on June 6, June 13 and July 4.
The flesh-eating screwworm returned to the U.S. after 60 years.
Actor James Handy stabbed to death in his California home. His girlfriend's son was taken into custody.
An NTSB report found that debris from a light pole on the New Jersey turnpike hit a Baltimore truck, not a plane.