Coronavirus Pandemic Leave You Unemployed? Here's How Marylanders Can Get Help
Any Marylander who's without work due to the coronavirus epidemic can immediately apply for unemployment benefits, even if their business closed only temporarily.
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Any Marylander who's without work due to the coronavirus epidemic can immediately apply for unemployment benefits, even if their business closed only temporarily.
Saturday night, a father of three and part-time DJ hosted a virtual party in his Ellicott City basement, and it drew in an audience he never expected.
More than $350 million in funds has been opened up to help support Maryland small businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
The nation's governors kept pressing the federal government for supplies and economic aid to battle the new coronavirus in a conference call with the White House on Monday without getting the assurances they were hoping to hear.
Federal prosecutors say an Israeli woman should be ordered to pay $28 million in restitution to thousands of investors who were defrauded in a scheme she orchestrated.
Want to grab a cup of coffee or a donut while out pumping gas? You'll have to ask an employee for help at Wawa and Sheetz.
Parking meters and parking meter restrictions will not be in effect until the emergency has been lifted.
Adding to the gear they already have, Baltimore County Police are taking health precautions while still performing their duties.
The latest report from the Maryland Department of Health shows 45 adults and five children have died since the flu season began in October.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, BGE will be working with residents whose service was disconnected before the March 13 moratorium on service disconnections to have their service restored.
While Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan ordered the closure of all non-essential businesses Monday, he also made a number of other announcements, including an executive order to combat price-gouging.
Police ask anyone with information on where she may be to call 911, or if anyone sees her.
Fritz was taken off of life-support on Sunday and died of his injuries from the incident. Wittington Jr.'s condition is improving, officials said.
The governor said phase one of this surge plan has already made 900 beds immediately available, and they expect an additional 1,400 beds by early April.
The Maryland Department of Health is reporting at least 288 coronavirus cases across the state as of Monday morning.
She said they got the test results back at 7 a.m. Monday morning, and he is cut off from all visitors.
UMMS said that when a provider tested positive for COVID-19, they took "immediate steps" to investigate their exposure.
Hogan, who ordered last week a statewide reduction in the number of people allowed to congregate from 50 to 10, said those not heeding the warnings are "endangering not only yourselves but your fellow citizens."
Several Marylanders are among those stuck thousands of miles from home.
The numbers have jumped in almost all counties, and Cecil County reported its first case.
A number of Baltimore County teachers were missing their students so much they decided to visit them -- while staying socially distant, of course.
Non-profit groups are coming together to help medical systems short on supplies find alternatives during the coronavirus pandemic.
When the Institute of Notre Dame in Baltimore began testing online distance learning in December, few people in the world had heard of the coronavirus.
Students at Towson University began moving out of their dorms Sunday as the university shifts to online learning for the rest of the semester due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The University of Maryland College Park Sunday confirmed a fourth COVID-19 case involving its campus community.
More than 3,000 Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) customers were left without power Friday morning due to underground cable faults.
The Frederick County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating nearly 40 reports of damages from the overnight hours.
Two adults and two children were on a boating trip when the vessel went up in flames.
Fire officials say the incident on West Patapsco Avenue is being investigated as a possible case of arson.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect through 11 p.m. Friday while triple digit high temperatures continue through Saturday in the Baltimore metro
Triple digit high temperatures continue through Saturday in the Baltimore metro, along with a risk of severe thunderstorms.
More than 3,000 Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) customers were left without power Friday morning due to underground cable faults.
The Frederick County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating nearly 40 reports of damages from the overnight hours.
Two adults and two children were on a boating trip when the vessel went up in flames.
Fire officials say the incident on West Patapsco Avenue is being investigated as a possible case of arson.
Amtrak Northeast Region announced at least 18 trains were canceled Thursday because of temperature-related conditions.
This Fourth of July is expected to be the hottest on record for much of the U.S., and Maryland is already under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The extreme heat moving into Maryland this week could be dangerous not only for humans but their pets, too.
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.
AAA's Ragina Ali tells WJZ-TV what travelers should expect during the July 4th holiday weekend
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas gets an inside look at the BMA stall at Baltimore's Lexington Market.
WJZ's Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore celebrates America 250.
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.
Anne Arundel County native and former Loyola (Md) lacrosse player Pat Spencer reportedly agreed to a contract with the NBA's Phoenix Suns.
Ovechkin and the Capitals inked a deal with a $1 million salary and bonuses worth an additional $8 million.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
July 1 is "Bobby Bonilla Day," an annual payday for the former Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets slugger, whose $1 million deferred payments will continue on that date until 2035.
Dean Kremer pitched six impressive innings in his return from a quad injury, and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a sweep Wednesday with a 6-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
David Hearn is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant on the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said.
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.
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.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to welcome around 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden to celebrate their wedding, sources say.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
"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.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect through 11 p.m. Friday while triple digit high temperatures continue through Saturday in the Baltimore metro
The heat has not let up in Maryland and thunderstorms are on the horizon for Friday and Saturday. WJZ meteorologist Steve Sonsa has your latest forecast.
Blistering hot temperatures continue Friday in Maryland
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Around 20 Amtrak trains across the Northeast region have been cancelled due to the extreme heat.
The heat has not let up in Maryland and thunderstorms are on the horizon for Friday and Saturday. WJZ meteorologist Steve Sonsa has your latest forecast.
Blistering hot temperatures continue Friday in Maryland
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BGE customers could pay about $8 more per month under new proposal