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Effective July 31, Marylanders must wear a mask or face-covering in public areas of businesses and buildings and in outdoor public areas when it is not possible to maintain social distancing.
A former state lawmaker who helped create Maryland's medical marijuana industry was sentenced on Wednesday to two years in prison for taking bribes for legislative favors, including votes to benefit a medical marijuana company.
The superintendent of Carroll County Public Schools is recommending a mostly virtual start to the school year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Maryland's health department has reported the state's second heat-related death of 2020.
One of the victims in a shooting in Rosedale on Tuesday has died, police said.
New numbers show there is now a total of 86,285 cases in Maryland, up 761 since Tuesday.
The Maryland Fleet Week & Airshow Baltimore will not go on as originally planned, officials announced Wednesday morning.
Police in Annapolis are investigating after a 14-year-old boy was shot and killed late Monday night.
Johns Hopkins Hospital ranked no. 3 among the nation's best hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report.
National guardsmen from surrounding states will be in Maryland the next few days to find out who is the best soldier in the region.
The Zoo tweeted it has changed its policy, and starting Wednesday, a mask is required for anyone older than two when indoors or when you can't social distance.
The Maryland Department of Health will distribute free masks to Marylanders who visit state-run COVID-19 test sites throughout the summer.
Several people were stabbed during a fight in Towson late Monday night.
A 58-year-old Union Bridge man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly sexually abusing a minor.
A Frederick man faces federal drug charges after police reportedly saw him take part in a drug deal in Virginia in February, the justice department said.
Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, lottery sales in Maryland in recent weeks have been up by more than 20 percent over last year, the state's lottery and gaming director told lawmakers Tuesday.
The state prison system confirms more than 1,100 cases inside the prisons.
More than 600 new coronavirus cases were reported in Maryland as the total number of cases surpassed 85,000.
The market will be open Thursdays through Saturdays starting July 30.
Dr. Joseph Costa, the chief of Mercy Medical Center's Critical Care Division, died due to COVID-19 on Saturday morning. Costa was 56 years old.
Governor Larry Hogan said national labs must do a faster job of processing coronavirus tests as delays are leaving some people in limbo about their status for weeks.
A Maryland man who played basketball at a Vermont college is missing and presumed drowned in a northwestern Montana lake, Lincoln County authorities said.
A seven-year-old boy was shot in the leg while playing basketball in Frederick County Monday afternoon, the county's sheriff's office said.
As the pandemic continues, families say it has taken a toll on them financially, with some struggling to make ends meet.
A motorcyclist is dead after fleeing from police in Pennsylvania earlier Monday, Maryland State Police said.
The brother of a former Atlanta Falcons player has been charged in the death of their mother after police say an elderly woman was found dead inside a Buckhead-area townhome Tuesday afternoon.
An Extreme Heat Watch is in effect late this week as temperatures reach or surpass 100°, with heat index near 110°
Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago's seven-run third inning and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 on Tuesday night.
A Cecil County man was arrested for allegedly assaulting and attempting to kidnap a 15-year-old girl in Harford County last weekend.
Baltimore City declared a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert through Saturday, the Fourth of July, due to an extreme heat wave expected to impact most of Maryland.
An Extreme Heat Watch is in effect late this week as temperatures reach or surpass 100°, with heat index near 110°
As a heat dome settles across the East Coast, bringing extreme heat to Maryland, public pools in the Baltimore area will be available to help residents cool down.
The brother of a former Atlanta Falcons player has been charged in the death of their mother after police say an elderly woman was found dead inside a Buckhead-area townhome Tuesday afternoon.
Cooling centers are open across Maryland as intense heat is expected to stick around for the first half of the week.
This summer marks Maryland's first summer without Six Flags America since it opened in 1998.
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-TV's Stephanie Douglas visits Hershey Park to talk food, fun, and all that Hershey Park has to offer for their major celebrations this Summer.
Dr Rachel Marquez tells WJZ-TV how to identify heat related illness within children. She also gives guiltiness and precautions on how to keep your children safe during the hottest days of Summer.
Skift airline reporter Meghna Maharishi tells WJZ-TV about the rising travel costs and the best time to hit the road for your holiday vacation.
BARCS' Noelle Levee brought Mello Yello to the studio, a friendly, caring dog who is looking for his forever home. For more information him and other animals go to Barcs.org.
WJZ-TV's Kaicey Baylor meets Joey, a yellow-footed tortoise at the National Aquarium, as he is introduced to students to promote conservation efforts.
Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago's seven-run third inning and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 on Tuesday night.
Colson Montgomery hit a go-ahead double in the eighth inning, Jacob Gonzalez drove in three runs and the Chicago White Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-2 on Monday night in the opener of their series.
Luis García Jr. homered twice and drove in five runs to lead the Washington Nationals to a 6-4 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Daylen Lile hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning, Luis García Jr. homered as part of a four-hit day and the Washington Nationals beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Saturday night.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt underwent facet bone spur removal on his back and could rejoin the team later in the year.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
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.
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.
An Extreme Heat Watch is in effect late this week as temperatures reach or surpass 100°, with heat index near 110°
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Extreme heat wave starts Wednesday in Maryland
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The alert means cooling centers will be activated, pool hours extended, and trash pickups limited in Baltimore. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Extreme heat wave starts Wednesday in Maryland
Baltimore County father found guilty of shooting his children and their mother
Baltimore County firefighter hospitalized battling fire in hot weather