House Considers Raising Estate Tax Exemption
Some nonprofit organizations say Maryland's estate tax is driving their wealthy donors out of state during retirement. They support a new bill raising the estate tax exemption to $5.34 million per spouse.
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Some nonprofit organizations say Maryland's estate tax is driving their wealthy donors out of state during retirement. They support a new bill raising the estate tax exemption to $5.34 million per spouse.
Attorneys for indigent defendants are opposing Attorney General Douglas Gansler's call for Maryland's top court to overturn a landmark decision that says arrestees have a constitutional right to counsel at initial bail hearings.
A no-show job scheme involving a retired Air National Guard officer from Pennsylvania and a civilian contractor from Maryland has cost the Air National Guard nearly $300,000, a federal prosecutor said Wednesday.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says it's reopening part of Cunningham Falls State Park near Thurmont after salvaging timber downed or damaged by Superstorm Sandy in 2012.
The House of Delegates is considering a bill that would link Maryland's gun registry to its criminal database.
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler is scheduled to talk about a plan to create jobs.
Three points at a time, Maryland turned a halftime deficit against last-place Virginia Tech into the foundation of a blowout victory.
From building rockets to programming robots, this is easy work for hundreds of young girls in Maryland.
Clemson's Damarcus Harrison knew coming in he'd have to make an important shot. He just didn't think he'd have to wait nearly 49 minutes to do it.
Corban Wroe scored 21 points, including four 3-pointers, to lead Hartford to a 67-56 win over Maryland-Baltimore County on Sunday.
Alyssa Thomas scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in her final home game as No. 9 Maryland defeated Virginia Tech 87-48 on Sunday.
It may be March, but we're not out of the woods just yet. Another winter storm is coming to Maryland.
Troy Snyder scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as Maryland-Eastern Shore handed Coppin State its fifth-straight conference loss with a 68-67 victory on Saturday.
Franz Rassman scored 15 and Tyler Hubbard made two free throws with 4 seconds left to give Loyola (Md.) a 67-65 victory over Navy on Saturday.
A major change from BGE--putting its entire grid on a new, "Smart Meter" system. But WJZ has learned people who don't want the Smart Meters will have to pay to opt-out.
The Maryland Ukrainian community is watching the escalating turmoil in their country, as President Obama fires a warning shot at the Russian government.
Some lawmakers are hoping to jump-start Maryland's stalled medical marijuana program and include treatment for children.
A Jamaican national who prosecutors say imported and sold marijuana and cocaine in Maryland has been sentenced to 14 years in prison.
Maryland coach Brenda Frese broke into a wide smile when she was asked about Alyssa Thomas climbing the school's all-time scoring charts. It's a smile that will likely turn even wider as Thomas moves closer to becoming No. 1 on the list.
A problem with Maryland's defective health care exchange could cost the state $30.5 million, because the state is unable to determine whether people remain eligible for Medicaid, according to a report by state budget analysts released Thursday.
The Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office says a Valentine's Day house fire that killed a Frostburg State University student was likely accidental.
The Maryland Senate has passed a measure allowing wagering on games of chance at home.
Both chambers of the Maryland legislature have approved bills that would raise the penalties for inmates and correctional officers caught smuggling in contraband.
Two of the Maryland House's more liberal Democrats are pushing for new protections against foreclosures: a six-month freeze on foreclosures and a ban on deficiency judgments.
Three Maryland roadside zoos are objecting to a bill in the General Assembly that could bar them from obtaining new big cats, bears and primates.
A 7-year-old brought a gun registered to his mother's boyfriend to an Anne Arundel County school on Wednesday before accidentally discharging it in a classroom, according to police.
Baltimore police shared body camera video that shows the fatal shooting of an armed man on Jan. 20.
The Howard County Council is expected to hold a final vote on Thursday on emergency bills aimed at impeding federal immigration enforcement in the county.
Baltimore is cracking down on unsafe apartment conditions with the newly enacted Strengthening Renter's Safety (SRS) Act.
A man is facing charges after a second-grader brought a gun to an Anne Arundel County school and accidentally shot himself, according to police. The man, 34-year-old Eashan John Stefanski, is the boyfriend of the child's mother, police said.
A 7-year-old brought a gun registered to his mother's boyfriend to an Anne Arundel County school on Wednesday before accidentally discharging it in a classroom, according to police.
The Howard County Council is expected to hold a final vote on an emergency bill that would prevent privately-owned buildings from being used as detention centers.
Snow showers and squalls late Friday may leave a slippery coating. Expect powerful wind and dangerous cold Saturday
Baltimore police shared body camera video that shows the fatal shooting of an armed man on Jan. 20.
Baltimore is cracking down on unsafe apartment conditions with the newly enacted Strengthening Renter's Safety (SRS) Act.
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 Chesapeake Bay Boat Show returns to Maryland for its 5th year.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum in Maryland talks Black History Month.
Michael Goldberg, CPR Baltimore, is spreading important knowledge to the public with hands on CPR training.
Nature’s Pantry in Maryland is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
The Cleveland Browns hired former Baltimore Ravens Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken to be the team's head coach.
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.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Extreme cold, snow chances return to Maryland
Maryland could see light snowfall and cold, blustery weather this weekend.
Friday and Saturday are First Alert Weather Days, due to the risk of slick travel then frigid weather.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Snow chances, frigid temperatures this week in Maryland
Baltimore high school students walk out of class to protest ICE operations
Extreme cold, snow chances return to Maryland
Baltimore leaders work to protect tenants with "Strengthening Renter's Safety Act"
Baltimore County paramedic accused of workplace misconduct appears in court
Howard County council to vote on bills about ICE cooperation, privately-owned detention centers