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As the nation's debt soared past $15 trillion, congressional Republicans and Democrats approached stalemate Wednesday in a yearlong assault on federal deficits, stymied still by politically charged disagreements over taxes and the future of enormously expensive government benefit programs.
The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved $1.25 million for school construction projects in Cecil and Harford counties.
A new Maryland health department report shows a large increase in the number of residents who are receiving drug treatment.
When C.J. Brown arrived at Maryland, he was one of six quarterbacks vying for a job.
Sweet potatoes, a pie recipe and a determined group of older men are the ingredients for a recipe to better a community.
Less than a year until the next presidential election. Republican hopefuls held another debate Saturday night and now, Maryland's governor goes after the GOP field.
Former Rep. Frank Kratovil says he won't challenge incumbent Rep. Andy Harris for the 1st District seat he once held.
Anne Arundel County fire officials say a natural gas leak prompted the evacuation of two Annapolis shopping centers.
Georgetown won't win too many games in which Sugar Rodgers makes only one basket. That much is evident.
Alyssa Thomas scored 20 points, freshman Brene Moseley added 17, and No. 11 Maryland never trailed in a season-opening 84-46 victory over in-state foe Loyola on Friday night.
The director of the Maryland State Highway Administration's procurement office is no longer with the agency four months after an audit found ethical lapses in the agency's processes.
High gas prices this past year are being passed on by farmers so it will cost more to put a Thanksgiving meal on the table.
They plan to walk through Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland and arrive in Washington by Nov. 23-- the deadline for a congressional committee to decide whether to keep President Barack Obama's extension of Bush-era tax cuts.
Besides New York, the livers also were sold in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and Minnesota.
Desperate to free him, the family of a Maryland man imprisoned in Cuba is turning up the pressure.
The Maryland State Highway Administration is adding an odd-looking weapon to its winter arsenal.
Two companies vying for a state permit to bring up to 1,000 slot machines to a struggling resort inside Rocky Gap State Park used Willie Nelson and a water park Tuesday to try to sway the commission that will select the licensee next year.
Engineering and project management firm Bechtel Corp. is moving 625 jobs from Maryland to Virginia.
Capital Bikeshare is adding docking stations at the most popular locations where riders pick up and drop off bikes in the Washington area.
Maryland's secretary of agriculture is urging farmers to participate in a federal survey of conservation practices.
Maryland officials will be discussing a plan to increase Maryland's primary care workforce by as much as 25 percent before 2020.
In the lobby of the Maryland Legal Aid office, attorneys scramble to find chairs for an overflow of people seeking a legal hand.
Perry Jones ran for 139 yards and two touchdowns, Michael Rocco threw for two scores, and Virginia beat Maryland 31-13 Saturday to become bowl eligible for the first time since 2007.
The Maryland Attorney General's Office is asking a Baltimore judge to cancel or reduce an $18.5 million damages award stemming from the murder of an inmate aboard a state prison bus.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says boaters can once again launch their watercraft on the Potomac River at Point of Rocks.
The Yankees beat the Orioles 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games, overcoming a home run by Pete Alonso in his return to New York.
Another measles exposure notification has been issued by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), the fourth announcement within the past two weeks.
Leaders broke ground at the Sparrows Point Container Terminal on Friday morning, marking the start of construction for one of the biggest projects in the Port of Baltimore's history.
Twelve Marylanders were honored Friday for giving the ultimate sacrifice to protect our communities in their time of need.
The Flower Mart has become a Baltimore staple over the past century, after it was first held in 1911.
Baltimore saw its fewest monthly homicides since at least 1970, with four cases reported in April.
Sunday is the pick day of the weekend stretch, with more sunshine in the forecast.
A man who was reported missing more than 11 years ago was identified as the body found inside a van that was submerged in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, police said Friday.
Another measles exposure notification has been issued by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), the fourth announcement within the past two weeks.
Leaders broke ground at the Sparrows Point Container Terminal on Friday morning, marking the start of construction for one of the biggest projects in the Port of Baltimore's history.
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.
Illusionist Spencer Horsman at Maryland's Illusions Bar & Theater.
WJZ is live in Havre de Grace at Bella's Tea Room, as they prepare for their big Mother's Day High Tea event.
First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, Flower Mart has become a Baltimore tradition over the past century.
Dr. Daria J. Willis, President of Howard Community College, joins us to talk about the Children's Learning Center on HCC's campus.
Baltimore's More Than a Barber Shop talks about its newest community initiative.
The Yankees beat the Orioles 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games, overcoming a home run by Pete Alonso in his return to New York.
The Kentucky Derby will see a full field of 20 horses in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
Yordan Alvarez went 3 for 4 with his 12th homer and scored three runs as the Houston Astros beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-5 to split a doubleheader Thursday.
Adley Rutschman and Jeremiah Jackson had grand slams to help the Baltimore Orioles cruise to a 10-3 win over the Houston Astros in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday.
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
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.
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.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 5/1/2026
Maryland may see some rainfall on Friday night before cool, dry weather returns for the weekend.
Sunday is the pick day of the weekend stretch, with more sunshine in the forecast.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Maryland could see some wet weather on Friday before a cloudy, cool weekend.
Former UMMC pharmacist indicted in nearly decades long cyber voyeurism case
Two teens were arrested in connection with two separate carjacking incidents in Baltimore, police said.
First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, the Flower Mart has become a Baltimore staple over the past century. This Friday and Saturday its colorful blooms are back.First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, the Flower Mart has become a Baltimore staple over the past century. This Friday and Saturday its colorful blooms are back.
Twelve Marylanders were honored Friday for giving the ultimate sacrifice to protect our communities in their time of need. It was part of the 41st annual Fallen Heroes Day ceremony at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens.
A man is facing charges after Baltimore County police said he abducted a middle school student on Thursday, April 30.