Maryland House OKs recreational marijuana framework bill
The Maryland House voted Friday for a measure that would create a legal framework and tax structure to enable recreational marijuana to be sold in stores as soon as July 1.
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The Maryland House voted Friday for a measure that would create a legal framework and tax structure to enable recreational marijuana to be sold in stores as soon as July 1.
Maryland has hired Josh Gattis as an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.
Kelly Sadik, 41, walked into Aberdeen Middle School Tuesday around 8:15 a.m. after getting access to the school through the intercom system, according to the Aberdeen Police Department.
Noah's Law passed in 2016 in honor of Montgomery County Police Officer Noah Leotta, who died after he was hit by a drunk driver while on duty.
A verbal confrontation escalated into second-degree assault charges.
One person has died following an explosion involving a tanker truck on US 15 at Rosemont Avenue in Frederick County on Saturday.
Jody Davis grew up in Baltimore and graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. This year, she designed a dress worn by Maryland's first lady, Dawn Moore, at the historic swearing-in of the state's first Black governor.
State lawmakers want to give survivors of sexual abuse the opportunity to sue the Catholic church and other institutions, according to WJZ's media partner the Baltimore Banner.
The online and in-store meal solutions company will create more than 500 new full-time jobs in Maryland by 2024.
The annual Conservative Political Action Conference was once one of the premier gatherings on the GOP campaign calendar — a must-stop for serious contenders testing the waters on presidential runs.
Maryland Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller urged lawmakers Wednesday to approve an extension and expansion of tax credits for low-income residents that helped them during the pandemic but are set to end.
The Maryland Transportation Authority Board will accept public comments on the plan between now and April 13, 2023.
Maryland's proposal includes a requirement for local voting changes to receive preapproval, mirroring core provisions of the federal law that was struck down by the Supreme Court a decade ago.
Reports of a powder in the air and on some vehicles in Maryland, northern Virginia and West Virginia have prompted an investigation by state environment officials in at least one state.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is making a pledge for public safety.
Marylanders voted on a November referendum to legalize recreational marijuana for people 21 and older. Roughly 67% of them said recreational marijuana should be legal. Now, lawmakers in Annapolis are obligated to figure out how to implement the law.
The tragic outcome of a historic snow day is being remembered through a tour.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order Thursday to require state agencies to report data to assess the performance of the state's Minority Business Enterprise program.
Police believe Peter Manfredonia stole a car and abandoned it in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, before taking another Uber to Hagerstown, Maryland, where he was captured without incident when police spotted him near a truck stop.
First-year delegate Caylin Young, who represents Maryland's 45th District, has put together a legislative package that addresses a variety of crime-related issues ranging from boosting rewards offered by Metro Crime Stoppers to getting illegal guns off of the street.
The Baltimore City Department of Public Works has issued a precautionary Boil Water Advisory for communities in northern Baltimore County following the rupture of a water main along York Road.
Maryland officials and advocates are highlighting a state program that enables residents to begin signing up for health insurance by checking a box on their state tax return.
Maryland State Police are investigating a shooting that injured two men in Taneytown, Maryland, on Friday, according to authorities.
Neighbors in Fallston watched a tense eight-hour standoff unfold in their backyards that ended peacefully with the capture of David Linthicum around 6 a.m. on Friday.
A dance at Aberdeen Middle School abruptly ended early Thursday after allegations surfaced that a student inappropriately touched other students at a Valentine's Day party.
Some Maryland schools will hold virtual learning and others will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 29, as frigid weather continues across the state.
Maryland schools may soon be able to limit student cellphone use under a proposed bill.
Baltimore residents can continue to use city-owned parking garages for free through 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28, as snow cleanup continues, according to the Parking Authority.
Sub-freezing cold in Baltimore will likely make it one of the coldest stretches in the city's recorded history.
Neighbors in Towson's Rodgers Forge neighborhood are still digging out days after the snow and sleet stopped falling.
Some Maryland schools will hold virtual learning and others will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 29, as frigid weather continues across the state.
Sub-freezing cold in Baltimore will likely make it one of the coldest stretches in the city's recorded history.
Maryland schools may soon be able to limit student cellphone use under a proposed bill.
In Federal Hill, residents are using cones, chairs, and even boxes to reserve the parking spaces they cleared of snow.
A widely spread video purportedly shows what it's like inside a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Baltimore.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
The Baltimore Body Shop is sharing tips for car repairs after winter weather.
WJZ tours the Ashley Addiction Treatment center in Maryland.
New Voices in Opera brings fresh operatic works to the Maryland Opera stage, featuring a double bill of new works by composers with a greater Baltimore connection.
Marty Bass sits down with a paranormal communicator in Maryland.
WJZ visits The Common Kitchen food hall to talk Howard County Restaurant Week.
The Anne Arundel County native and guard with the Memphis Grizzlies will play in the 2026 NBA Rising Stars Challenge, which includes the league's best first and second-year players, along with stars from the NBA's G League.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
The New York Giants officially introduced their new head coach John Harbaugh Tuesday.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh and Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady for their head coaching vacancy.
Dawn Staley's visit to Coppin State was a success for just about everyone. South Carolina won by 42 points, and the Eagles had more than 3,000 fans in their arena.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The White House held an event with a bipartisan group of governors to push for reforms in the largest electric grid in the country.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
Sub-freezing cold in Baltimore will likely make it one of the coldest stretches in the city's recorded history.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Cold temperatures remain, another winter storm possible
Snow chances mixed in with extreme cold in Maryland
Extreme cold with snow chances this week in Maryland
The Baltimore Body Shop is sharing tips for car repairs after winter weather.
WJZ tours the Ashley Addiction Treatment center in Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Thinking about putting something in your shoveled out parking spot? Baltimore's mayor says don't do it. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Cold temperatures remain, another winter storm possible