Md. Emphasizes Disclosure In Campaign Finance
An extensive revamping of Maryland's campaign finance laws is raising donation limits for individuals, while emphasizing disclosure and enabling the state elections board to fine violators.
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An extensive revamping of Maryland's campaign finance laws is raising donation limits for individuals, while emphasizing disclosure and enabling the state elections board to fine violators.
Now that the legislative session is in the books, Governor O'Malley turns his attention to a run for president.
Gov. Martin O'Malley is headed to Denmark for a conference on progressive governance.
Bills proposing a minimum wage raise, decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana and a change to how pet owners are held accountable for dog bites all failed during a Maryland General Assembly session marked by the passage of many bills supported by the governor.
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot joined Ed & Steve to try to clarify the Towson baseball situation.
While Maryland lawmakers will have plenty to do in the last week of the state's legislative session, most of the high-profile measures backed by Gov. Martin O'Malley already have been approved by the General Assembly.
Members of the Baltimore Ravens are scheduled to bring the Lombardi Trophy with them on a visit to the state Legislature.
The House of Delegates has passed Gov. Martin O'Malley's proposal to create a grant process to help get people the skills for jobs that are in high demand.
Environmental activists are praising the General Assembly for passing Governor O'Malley's wind energy bill.
Marylanders speak out on what's happening in Annapolis in a Washington Post poll rating Gov. Martin O'Malley's performance.
The Pentagon has sent Gov. Martin O'Malley a letter on the impact of automatic federal budget cuts.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has met with the legislature's top lawmakers to talk about transportation funding issues.
Maryland is in the direct line of fire for automatic federal cuts scheduled to take effect Friday.
A key legislative committee votes to repeal Maryland's death penalty.
New Hampshire voters are asked if they have made up their minds on the 2016 presidential election, and some say they would consider voting for Governor Martin O'Malley.
Gov. Martin O'Malley said Friday he believes there is optimism an agreement will be reached this session between legislative leaders on a transportation revenue package.
Maryland needs a more clearly defined framework for creating public-private partnerships to address the state's infrastructure needs, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and others testified Friday.
Repealing the death penalty. Hearings are taking place in Annapolis for what some say could be the year Maryland ends capital punishment.
For the third year in a row Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport has set a record for passenger traffic.
Several lawmakers, including the governor, are moving ahead on proposals to expand early voting.
It's time to update Maryland's workforce. That's what supporters of a job training bill are telling lawmakers in Annapolis.
Bills have been introduced in the House and Senate calling for a state moratorium on the natural gas drilling technique called fracking until studies are completed on its impact.
The Maryland House and Ways Committee is considering a bill that would increase the number of early voting centers in general elections.
The Maryland Federal Facilities Advisory Board is releasing a plan on how to support the state's federal community.
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler is hosting a forum on gun violence in Maryland.
Domestic violence cases in Maryland have slowly ticked up since 2024.
Adley Rutschman hit two of Baltimore's six homers and drove in six runs as the Orioles routed the slumping Boston Red Sox 10-3 on Friday night.
The Supreme Court of Maryland has tossed out Baltimore's $152 million win in its lawsuit against drug companies over the opioid crisis.
The Baltimore Ravens chose defensive end Zion Young from the University of Missouri as their 45th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
A jury has found Michael Johnson not guilty of attempted murder, and guilty of assault and two counts of rape in a Baltimore County attack.
The Baltimore Ravens chose defensive end Zion Young from the University of Missouri as their 45th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Much needed rain is on the way, but it won't break the drought.
A jury has found Michael Johnson not guilty of attempted murder, and guilty of assault and two counts of rape in a Baltimore County attack.
Domestic violence cases in Maryland have slowly ticked up since 2024.
There's a new video making the rounds on social media of the suspect in the Columbia, Maryland, gas station shooting from last week.
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.
WJZ is live with co-founders Yussy McManus and Travis McManus as they prepare to sheer the alpacas of their coats as weather temps begin to rise and show us what the fleece is then made into.
Dr. Mince shares what makes Carroll Community College special and how they are preparing students and the community for the future.
Topside Restaurant, located in Baltimore’s Hotel Revival, is showing off its spring cocktails.
Retired Firefighter Lieutenant Amy Wolfe, joins us in studio as she prepares to sing the national anthem in this year's ceremony.
Baltimore’s Warehouse Cinema prepares for release of Michael Jackson movie.
Adley Rutschman hit two of Baltimore's six homers and drove in six runs as the Orioles routed the slumping Boston Red Sox 10-3 on Friday night.
The Baltimore Ravens chose defensive end Zion Young from the University of Missouri as their 45th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Baltimore Ravens selected offensive lineman Olaivavega Ioane, from Penn State, with the 14th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday.
Here is what to know about where and when to watch the 2026 NFL Draft.
The 2026 NFL Draft is taking place in Pittsburgh. Here is the full list of Round 1 picks.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
Dr. Erica Schwartz has emerged as the White House's top pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to current and former officials.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rainy weather will stick around Maryland for the weekend before temperatures tick back up next week.
Rainy weather will stick around Maryland this weekend.
Much needed rain is on the way, but it won't break the drought.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Rain chances increase heading into the weekend in Maryland
Rainy weather will stick around Maryland for the weekend before temperatures tick back up next week.
Domestic violence experts are sharing signs to look out for as Maryland records an uptick in cases.
A man has been arrested for the killing of his girlfriend after he called 911 to report that she overdosed.
Michael Johnson was convicted of rape and assault in an attack on a former girlfriend in Baltimore County.
In 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected president, and slave holding states began to secede from the Union. Lincoln feared that Maryland would secede and Washington, D.C. would be surrounded. So, he ordered the arrest of one-third of the Maryland General Assembly to prevent them from voting. They were held prisoner at Fort McHenry, including Frank Key Howard.