Maryland Launches 'NSA Day of Cyber' School Challenge
Starting today, students will be able to explore careers in cybersecurity.
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Starting today, students will be able to explore careers in cybersecurity.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan on Thursday announced an initiative promoting computer science and technology education, emphasizing gender and minority equity in the STEM field.
Maryland is prone to substantial flooding at the end of the century due to predictions that the sea level will rise six to eight feet.
The former treasurer of a PTA group in Maryland's largest school system has reached a plea agreement with prosecutors following an investigation into the alleged embezzlement of PTA funds.
A wind advisory is in effect for many areas in Maryland. The advisory started early Monday morning and will last until 10 a.m.
Last year two people a day died from overdosing in Baltimore City, a number that's only expected to rise when the stats are in for the end of this year.
Maryland regulators approved higher health insurance premiums on Wednesday for individual silver plans bought through the state's health care exchange.
Gov. Larry Hogan is scheduled to make an announcement about an initiative aimed at reducing blight in Baltimore.
Democratic attorneys general from 17 states are calling on Congress to abandon legislation backed by the National Rifle Association that would allow concealed-carry gun permits issued in one state to be valid in all states.
The top lawyers for 19 states will urge a federal judge Monday to force President Donald Trump's administration to pay health care subsidies he abruptly cut off earlier this month.
Rep. John Delaney, D-Potomac, announced Tuesday that he is co-sponsoring legislation to make it easier for the Drug Enforcement Administration to combat the opioid epidemic.
Court documents provide more insight into how the gang works as Anne Arundel County announced eight more arrests.
According to Candystore.com, $2.7 billion is expected to be spent on candy for Halloween this year. Some of that money will be spent in Maryland.
Maryland is behind most of the nation when it comes to inspecting high-priority nursing home complaints. That's according to our media partners at The Baltimore Sun.
The issue of casino gambling could return to Maryland's General Assembly in 2018. That's according to our media partners at The Baltimore Sun.
The state's income threshold for families to qualify for free prekindergarten should be increased by more than 60 percent, a state workgroup told a legislative panel this week.
Gary Sudhalter had come from Maryland to attend the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas with his son.
The next generation of in-vehicle technology is bringing with it a new wave of distractions.
There has been a call for more gun control legislation in Maryland after the tragic events in Las Vegas.
Maryland is agreeing with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to finance the development of 1,500 affordable housing units in neighborhoods throughout the Baltimore region.
To help entice a second Amazon headquarters to Maryland, a state board has voted to waive a 12-month residency requirement to qualify for in-state tuition for any Amazon employees who move to the state, if a new headquarters is established.
One young woman from Maryland has been critically injured, as thousands of country music fans were at a festival when a gunman opened fire from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
With the most active hurricane season in more than a decade, the U-S Army Corps of Engineers is making a plan to help officials in Maryland know when and were to order evacuations ahead of tropical storms.
A first-in-the-nation law enabling Maryland's attorney general to take action against pharmaceutical price gouging is scheduled to go into effect this week.
A Randallstown woman was sentenced to two years in prison for injecting silicone into the bodies of individuals and receiving money in return.
Most Baltimore City and County residents believe their communities are headed in the wrong direction, according to a recent UMBC poll.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed another batch of bills into law aimed at protecting voter rights, strengthening the state's child welfare system and eliminating dynamic grocery store pricing.
Clouds and spotty showers are expected on Tuesday before a better chance for showers and storms midweek
If the measure is passed without any changes, smoke shops in Baltimore City would not be able to open within 750 feet of a school, recreation center, or park.
A 52-year-old man was arrested in connection with a double shooting outside of a restaurant in Carroll County, the Maryland State Police said.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed another batch of bills into law aimed at protecting voter rights, strengthening the state's child welfare system and eliminating dynamic grocery store pricing.
Clouds and spotty showers are expected on Tuesday before a better chance for showers and storms midweek
Most Baltimore City and County residents believe their communities are headed in the wrong direction, according to a recent UMBC poll.
One person was killed and six others were wounded after a shooting during an illegal car meet-up in Columbia, Maryland, police said.
A 52-year-old man was arrested in connection with a double shooting outside of a restaurant in Carroll County, the Maryland State Police said.
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 gets an inside look at the Baltimore Museum of Art Archive Library.
The Den restaurant in Baltimore shows off its menu.
The Humane Society of Carroll County joins us to highlight a local cat that is up for adoption and their upcoming Woofstock event happening Sept. 19 at the newly remodeled Wakefield Valley Event Center & Park in Westminster
The program promotes both literacy and community engagement by combining the fun of reading with the hands-on learning experience at Port Discovery. It encourages children in Baltimore City to read or listen to five books over the summer to earn free admission tickets to Port Discovery.
The Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore is highlighting the baseball player's legacy for Babe Ruth Day.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to deals with several undrafted free agents following the 2026 NFL Draft. Some of them are familiar with Maryland.
Morgan State's star linebacker, Erick Hunter, will be getting his shot in the National Football League, signing as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions.
Heisman Trophy finalist quarterback Diego Pavia has accepted an invitation from the Baltimore Ravens to next weekend's rookie minicamp in Owings Mills, Maryland, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Willson Contreras hit his sixth home run of the season and second in as many games, and the Boston Red Sox responded to the firing of manager Alex Cora with a 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Roughly 2,000 boxing fans showed up in Baltimore for a championship professional boxing match Saturday.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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.
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.
Maryland will see light rain on Tuesday before storms roll into the region Wednesday evening, prompting a possible Alert Day.
Clouds and spotty showers are expected on Tuesday before a better chance for showers and storms midweek
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Rain threat to impact Maryland this week
Rain chances return this week in Maryland
The United Arab Emirates plans to leave OPEC on May 1 as the war with Iran strains oil markets.
The White House said Iran has offered a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. ends its blockade.
The Baltimore County Education Justice Coalition is calling for more funding to prevent job cuts.
Maryland will see light rain on Tuesday before storms roll into the region Wednesday evening, prompting a possible Alert Day.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a new batch of bills into law weeks after the end of the 2026 legislative session.