Maryland's Minimum Wage to Rise 50 Cents to $8.75
Maryland's minimum wage and the state's gas tax are going up. Here's a look at some new laws that take effect Friday.
Watch CBS News
Maryland's minimum wage and the state's gas tax are going up. Here's a look at some new laws that take effect Friday.
Nearly doubling Baltimore's minimum wage by 2020. A controversial proposal to do just that was introduced by Baltimore City Councilwoman Mary Pat Clarke in April.
The nation's capital is poised to join the state of California and numerous other cities that have approved a $15-an-hour minimum wage.
It increases from $8 to $8.25 on Wednesday.
The New Year brings a pay raise to thousands of the Maryland's minimum wage workers. Derek Valcourt has more on the increase and what it means to businesses and its workers.
Lawyers for Maryland Live! Casino are asking a judge to dismiss a class-action lawsuit accusing its operators of using a dealer school as a prop for job training to avoid paying the minimum wage.
U.S. Labor Secretary Tom Perez is scheduled to join Gov. Martin O'Malley for a minimum wage event.
Members of a union representing 2,000 hospital workers have approved a labor contract with Johns Hopkins Hospital after months of contentious negotiations.
Union workers at Johns Hopkins Hospital celebrate a victory Tuesday. After months of negotiations, the hospital reached a new contract with its labor union.
Maryland officially joins the short list of states that have recently approved a hike in the minimum wage.
An economic analyst says changes made to Maryland's minimum wage increase bill will mean $875 a year less in a full-time worker's yearly earnings, compared to Gov. Martin O'Malley's original plan.
The Maryland General Assembly decriminalizes marijuana. A bill that takes jail time out of the equation for possession of small amounts of weed is headed to the governor's desk. Meanwhile, the General Assembly has also given final approval to a minimum wage increase.
The Maryland Senate voted Saturday to increase the state's minimum wage from $7.25 an hour to $8 in January, the first in a series of incremental hikes that will lead to a $10.10 wage in July 2018.
A measure to raise Maryland's minimum wage has moved a step further.
A measure to raise the minimum wage in Maryland continues to move forward.
A Maryland Senate panel has made some substantial changes to a measure to raise the state's minimum wage.
There's been some movement towards resolving an issue holding up Governor Martin O'Malley's minimum wage bill. A Senate committee could be voting soon on the proposal to raise the wage to $10.10 an hour.
Chairmen of two legislative committees say efforts to raise the minimum wage have crowded out the bill that would require employers to offer paid sick leave.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown plans to promote the minimum wage hike at a Randallstown church.
The pay rate for social workers who help the developmentally disabled has become a roadblock for the minimum wage bill and legislators hope to reach a resolution in a meeting with the governor's staff Thursday.
Supporters of a bill to raise the state's minimum wage want to make the most of the time they have left before the General Assembly adjourns next month.
U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards hopes Maryland's bill to raise the minimum wage will help inspire a similar increase on the federal level, but she the version that the state House passed hurts tipped workers.
A workgroup from Maryland's Senate Finance Committee is set to take up its minimum wage bill.
The Maryland House of Delegates has approved phasing in an increase in the state's minimum wage from $7.25 an hour to $10.10 by 2017.
Gov. Martin O'Malley visited Upper Marlboro for a discussion with businesses owners who support a minimum wage increase.
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
The focus of the hearing was the now-defunct SideStep program, designed to help low-level juvenile offenders.
A sought-after "Peeping Tom" was once again caught on surveillance video peering into a college student's apartment in Towson, Maryland.
A historic Anne Arundel County home tied to Johns Hopkins has been sold after more than a year of efforts by a local nonprofit to purchase and preserve it.
The owner of Golden Falafel said he's been dealing with ongoing disputes with the owners of the ice cream truck, Mr. Tasty.
Maryland is looking for new construction companies to help rebuild Baltimore's Key Bridge after dropping Kiewit as a contractor, the state said.
The focus of the hearing was the now-defunct SideStep program, designed to help low-level juvenile offenders.
A sought-after "Peeping Tom" was once again caught on surveillance video peering into a college student's apartment in Towson, Maryland.
A historic Anne Arundel County home tied to Johns Hopkins has been sold after more than a year of efforts by a local nonprofit to purchase and preserve it.
The owner of Golden Falafel said he's been dealing with ongoing disputes with the owners of the ice cream truck, Mr. Tasty.
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.
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
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 signed as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens.
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.
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.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Alert Day on Wednesday for storms and heavy rain in Maryland
Alert Day on Wednesday for wet weather and storm chances
Rain, storms to prompt Alert Day Wednesday in Maryland
Maryland will see light rain on Tuesday before storms roll into the region Wednesday evening, prompting a possible Alert Day.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
The state cancelled the construction contract due to concerns over the cost and timeline. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Alert Day on Wednesday for storms and heavy rain in Maryland
Baltimore warehouse catches fire, no injuries reported
Tension at oversight hearing over troubled Baltimore program at center of fraud investigation