Voters Decided On Gay Marriage Referendum Despite Controversial Campaign Ads
It's coming down to the wire for the campaigns that have dominated Maryland's election year.
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It's coming down to the wire for the campaigns that have dominated Maryland's election year.
As we continue to exhale after feeling the hard-hitting effects of Sandy, the pattern for the next several days still brings below normal temperatures to the mid-Atlantic region, but really nothing in terms of substantial precipitation.
Superstorm Sandy has left her mark across the state -- from snow-covered hills in Garrett County to decimated piers in Ocean City and flooded basements everywhere in between -- but she also made waves in the business community, where the ripple effects are still noticeable.
After shutting down for two days to weather the storm, early voting polls reopened Wednesday morning with brand new hours designed to make up for lost time. Now only in its third year, elections officials think a record turnout could be set by Friday.
Extensive efforts are being made around the state to clean up the mess Sandy left behind.
Like many of the freshmen on his first basketball team at Maryland, Mark Turgeon needed a full season to find out what it's like to compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Brad Pitt has agreed to donate $100,000 to help the Human Rights Campaign raise money for its efforts to support same-sex marriage initiatives in several states.
Gov. Martin O'Malley says early voting will resume in Maryland on Wednesday, after two days of cancellations due to superstorm Sandy.
Forecasters are warning water levels will continue to rise in the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River, which could cause coastal flooding.
Maryland State Police say the eastbound lanes of Interstate 68 in far western Maryland have reopened, but westbound lanes remain closed along a 40-mile stretch due to snow-related problems.
The Bay Bridge, Key Bridge and Hatem Bridge have been closed. The Tydings Bridge will close shortly. The Nice Bridge is under wind restrictions. State authorities have reduced the speed limit on Maryland interstates and highways to 45 miles per hour.
Additional inspectors are being sent to nuclear power plants in five states as Hurricane Sandy approaches the East Coast.
Maryland has lost a fourth quarterback to a season-ending injury.
Sandy has now been downgraded from a hurricane to a post tropical cyclone. However, conditions are still severe with heavy rain and strong winds.
As Maryland waits for the full effect of Hurricane Sandy, Baltimore City officials activated emergency operations.
Superstorm Sandy slammed into the New Jersey coastline with 80 mph winds Monday night and hurled an unprecedented 13-foot surge of seawater at New York City, threatening its subways and the electrical system that powers Wall Street. At least four deaths were blamed on the storm, and the presidential campaign ground to a halt a week before Election Day.
Sandy's winds have remained at 75 mph with each update today. One thing that has changed since yesterday is the pressure. It has dropped to 950 mph.
Sandy dropped briefly to a tropical storm very early this morning, before regaining hurricane strength and maintaining it all day long. It is moving off to the northeast.
Maryland coach Randy Edsall may someday be able to appreciate how close his fourth-string quarterback came to leading the Terrapins to victory.
The approach of Hurricane Sandy has prompted the Coast Guard to restrict access to ports in the coastal waters of the eastern shore of Maryland and Virginia.
In a week and a half, Maryland voters will decide whether to allow same-sex marriage in this state. And supporters are calling on high-profile help. With Election Day fast approaching, the mayor of New York City stands behind local leaders to rally for the message.
Even though the exact track is still uncertain, the forecast track has gotten more narrow. It looks like Sandy will make landfall somewhere between Maryland and New York Monday or early Tuesday (the farther north it goes, the longer it will take).
The pre-Halloween hybrid weather monster that federal forecasters call "Frankenstorm" is looking more ominous by the hour for the East Coast, and utilities and local governments are getting ready.
Every 57 hours, someone in Maryland is killed by a drunk driver. A sobering statistic that has local and state police hitting the streets to crack down on the dangerous driving.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police say a driver allegedly fired gunshots at another driver on Interstate 95 in Baltimore on Sunday morning.
A milder week before colder temperatures return next weekend
A new initiative between Baltimore County Public Schools and the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) offers an easier post-graduation option for students in Baltimore County.
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was last seen on Jan. 31 and was reported missing the following day, Feb. 1.
Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump, but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
A Maryland couple is raising money to bring home their twin infants who died in Mexico.
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police say a driver allegedly fired gunshots at another driver on Interstate 95 in Baltimore on Sunday morning.
A teenager was fatally shot and another was injured in Baltimore in separate overnight incidents, including one near a school, police said.
A new initiative between Baltimore County Public Schools and the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) offers an easier post-graduation option for students in Baltimore County.
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 is at the Baltimore Chef Shop to talk about their ultimate date cooking experience.
Make your day of love special with Radebaugh Florist, where they have a beautiful flower selection, and other Valentine’s Day favorites.
Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore invites couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day all month long with an intimate dining experience at Winter Village Dine.
Dear Charles in Baltimore shows off its Valentine’s Day menu.
Walter’s Art Museum in Baltimore talks Black History Month.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to an $18.5 million, one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Chris Bassitt.
Pitchers and catchers reported to the Baltimore Orioles' spring training facility in Sarasota, Florida, on Tuesday, and the rest of the squad will follow later this week.
Buzz Williams took some time to address the big picture of a season gone wrong.
The Ravens announced Tuesday that Weaver will be their defensive coordinator under new coach Jesse Minter.
Maxim Naumov's score Tuesday was enough to make it through the short program, giving him another opportunity to perform when the men's free skate takes place Friday night.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
President Obama spoke about the "unprecedented nature" of what he said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents did in Minnesota.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told CBS News that no administration has ever fully figured out an effective immigration system and only Congress can fix it.
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore shrugged off President Trump's claim that he was "not worthy" to attend an annual White House dinner, telling CBS News Mr. Trump does "not determine my worthiness."
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.
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.
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.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Maryland temperatures to warm up this week
A milder week before colder temperatures return next weekend
Maryland warms into the 50s this week
Rainy and cloudy conditions are expected in Maryland on Sunday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
One of those killed was a teenage girl. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Maryland temperatures to warm up this week
Violent Baltimore night leaves teen dead, police officer injured
Maryland warms into the 50s this week