Coronavirus Latest: Nearly 40K COVID-19 Cases In Maryland, Hospitalizations Still Down
There are more than 39,500 coronavirus cases and over 1,900 deaths reported in Maryland, according to new state data.
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There are more than 39,500 coronavirus cases and over 1,900 deaths reported in Maryland, according to new state data.
The volunteers will give assistance including maintaining daily hygiene routines, preparing meals, picking up groceries or medications, or connecting virtually with health care providers.
In April, the state had reported 71,000 tests had been administered in the state. Now, a month later, that number has more than doubled.
Nearly 31,000 residents have signed up since the period began in March with Gov. Larry Hogan's announcement of a state-of-emergency in Maryland.
Officials are citing their number of cases and lack of testing as enough reason to stay closed.
The building will be closed to allow for proper cleaning of the courthouse building.
Southern Maryland and the lower Eastern Shore have the best chance of receiving any rain associated with Tropical Storm Arthur.
He now says the board "must have an open, public meeting," no later than Tuesday to address and update Baltimore voters on the status of their ballots.
Police said the suspect has been shot, is still alive and currently in custody.
Some chocolate candies sold at Wegmans are being recalled due to undeclared milk on the packaging.
A number of beaches and nature trails at the Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland and Virginia reopened at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, the National Park Service said.
Maryland officials on Sunday reported an increase of 836 coronavirus cases in the past day, but the number of hospitalizations dropped.
Maryland has now seen nearly 38,000 cases of the coronavirus, state officials said Saturday morning.
A Maryland native won big on Monday's episode of "The Price Is Right."
The latest projections for Maryland's budget for fiscal year 2020 show the coronavirus having a significant impact, but the state's shortfall may not be as big as originally thought.
After being suspended for more than a month due to the coronavirus pandemic, Maryland will resume processing paper income tax returns on Monday, Comptroller Peter Franchot's office said.
As businesses begin to reopen amid loosened restrictions put in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Marylanders will see a slight increase in prices at the pump, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic.
A 62-year-old man was killed and two state troopers were injured in a three-vehicle crash in Wicomico County Friday night, Maryland State Police said.
Maryland's stay at home order was lifted Friday at 5 p.m. making way for phase 1 of the state's reopening plan during the coronavirus pandemic.
The beaches and boardwalks are open in Ocean City, Maryland and recently the beach town also is allowing rentals and lodging, but as the coronavirus pandemic continues -- there will be some changes.
Maryland officials report 36,986 confirmed cases of coronavirus cases in the state as of Friday morning, with cases growing by 1,083 since Thursday.
Baltimore County detectives are searching for a suspect who allegedly burglarized an Exxon gas station in the Lutherville-Timonium area in March.
She said the city is averaging at about 571 tests per day, and the city needs to see an average of 2,700 to 2,800 tests per day to safely lift the stay-at-home order.
Two suspects have been charged in an armed carjacking that Anne Arundel County police have been investigating since early May.
Maryland State Fair attendees can look forward to a brand new venue on the fairgrounds.
Through a translator, 22-year-old Dulce Consuelo Diaz Morales spoke publicly for the first time about her fight to prove her citizenship and a new ICE requirement that she now must wear an ankle monitor.
Two massive fires broke out in Baltimore County on Friday night, injuring and displacing residents.
Baltimore police are advising residents in the Charles Village area to be more vigilant, as an increased number of burglaries have taken place.
Three members of the Zizians, a cultlike group linked to six deaths across the U.S., were granted permission to work together for their upcoming Maryland trial on trespassing, weapons and drug charges.
Multiple people have been transported to the hospital following a two-alarm fire incident in Essex.
Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day, with a greater chance of accumulating snow on the eastern shore.
Three members of the Zizians, a cultlike group linked to six deaths across the U.S., were granted permission to work together for their upcoming Maryland trial on trespassing, weapons and drug charges.
Through a translator, 22-year-old Dulce Consuelo Diaz Morales spoke publicly for the first time about her fight to prove her citizenship and a new ICE requirement that she now must wear an ankle monitor.
Baltimore police are advising residents in the Charles Village area to be more vigilant, as an increased number of burglaries have taken place.
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.
Marty Bass visits the Maryland State Fairgrounds to talk about Jurassic Quest.
WJZ is looking forward to Monster Jam, which is being held at Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena.
Celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day at Prigel Family Creamery in Glen Arm.
WJZ is live at Hotel Revival checking out what inspired hotel’s approach to Dry January this year.
Marty Bass is at Rye Street Tavern to learn about Baltimore’s Oyster Recovery Partnership.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
Negotiations are ongoing, but John Harbaugh is expected to end up coaching the New York Giants.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
The Towson Tigers have a big test on Thursday night when they welcome CAA preseason favorite Charleston to SECU Arena.
John Harbaugh was fired by the Ravens on Tuesday, Jan. 6, after he completed his 18th season in Baltimore.
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.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
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.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 1/16/2026
Maryland could see some light snowfall and rain showers on Saturday as two weather systems move into the area.
Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day, with a greater chance of accumulating snow on the eastern shore.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Tracking snow chances in Maryland this weekend
Two massive fires broke out in Baltimore County on Friday night, injuring and displacing dozens residents.
Baltimore police are advising residents in the Charles Village area to be more vigilant, as an increased number of burglaries have taken place.
Through a translator, 22-year-old Dulce Consuelo Diaz Morales spoke publicly for the first time about her fight to prove her citizenship and a new ICE requirement that she now must wear an ankle monitor.
BGE customers reporting dramatic rise in bills; BGE says it happens every winter
Mimi Dipietro Ice Rink at Patterson Park temporarily reopens on Saturday