Baltimore City Council May Repeal Beverage Tax
The Baltimore City Council is considering something you don't often hear about these days-- repealing a tax. The 2-cent beverage tax imposed 14 months ago is under review.
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The Baltimore City Council is considering something you don't often hear about these days-- repealing a tax. The 2-cent beverage tax imposed 14 months ago is under review.
The National Air and Space Museum in Washington was closed Saturday after anti-war demonstrators swarmed the building to protest a drone exhibit and security guards used pepper spray to repel them, sickening a number of protesters.
John Carlos, who raised his fist out of protest while accepting his bronze medal for the 200-meter run at the 1968 Olympics
Giving the American Dream back to the people. That's the goal of Occupy Wall Street-- a movement gaining speed nationwide.
Raging protests over the state of the economy are happening all over the country, including the Inner Harbor.
A Maryland state senator says he has paid a $100 fine after being arrested outside the White House while rallying against a plan to pipe oil from western Canada to the Gulf of Mexico.
Frederick County government workers are pushing back against a privatization effort by the county commissioners.
Taxi drivers at BWI Marshall Airport aren't happy with the state considering a proposal that would award the airport's taxi concession to a Virginia-based company.
A Maryland town is making it harder for groups like the Kansas-based Westboro Baptist Church to protest at funerals.
With a hike in bridge tolls looming, people who depend on the Hatem Bridge are vowing a fight to stop tolls from going up in their community.
Members of the controversial Westboro Baptist Church protested outside Fort Meade in Anne Arundel County Thursday. Normally they target the funerals of soldiers, but this time is was school children.
Stopping protests at funerals. The Supreme Court allows them. Now Maryland lawmakers are stepping in.
Two priests, a nun and two women in their 60s who cut through fences at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor to protest submarine nuclear weapons were sentenced Monday to prison terms ranging from two to 15 months.
As the future of next season's football schedule hangs in the balance, fans across the country are demonstrating against the recent lockout of players.
The Maryland county where the Westboro Baptist Church won a free-speech victory is considering expanding the distance limits for funeral protests.
A group of House lawmakers are looking over proposals to reform Maryland's pension system.
It was the first successful student sit-in to end segregation and it happened at a drug store right here in Baltimore.
Thousands are expected to protest the governor's pension reform proposal Monday night at a rally organized by Maryland's largest union for state employees, as budget challenges return to the forefront in the General Assembly after weeks of debate on social issues.
Demanding to be heard. Hundreds of people rallied in Annapolis Monday night, speaking out against legislation that they say is unfair to immigrants.
Maryland Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger says he plans to introduce legislation to prevent protests during military funerals.
If you think gas prices are bad now, wait to see what happens if lawmakers sign off on a gas tax increase. There's already stiff opposition to the plan.
Violence escalates in Libya, prompting the State Department to prepare to get Americans out as soon as possible.
Dueling protests downtown.The two brothers involved in a racially charged incident in Park Heights headed to court Wednesday morning. In November, a black teenager was stopped by a Jewish volunteer neighborhood patrol group called Shomrim. What happened next is in dispute, but assault charges have been filed against the two.
It was not what they wanted to hear. Thousands of Egyptians gathered in Cairo expecting to hear their president announce his resignation. Instead, Hosni Mubarak told them he's not going anywhere yet.
Protesters have filled the street in front of the Egyptian embassy in Washington, demanding that Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak step down.
A Baltimore community is coming together to remember 3-year-old Jordan Bright, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash Saturday afternoon in Southwest Baltimore.
As Baltimore prepares to welcome ships from around the world for Sail 250, local veterans are taking part in the historic celebration.
Baltimore County's Board of Education named the former Anne Arundel County schools Chief Operating Officer (COO) as its next superintendent, officials announced.
Michael Johnson, the man acquitted of the murder of Phylicia Barnes, was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences and another 25 years for the rape and assault of a teenage girl.
An F-16 fighter jet intercepted a civilian plane that had entered restricted airspace over Hagerstown, Maryland, on Saturday, military officials said.
Monday is a First Alert Weather Day, due to the risk of severe storms.
Michael Johnson, the man acquitted of the murder of Phylicia Barnes, was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences and another 25 years for the rape and assault of a teenage girl.
Baltimore County's Board of Education named the former Anne Arundel County schools Chief Operating Officer (COO) as its next superintendent, officials announced.
A Baltimore community is coming together to remember 3-year-old Jordan Bright, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash Saturday afternoon in Southwest Baltimore.
As Baltimore prepares to welcome ships from around the world for Sail 250, local veterans are taking part in the historic celebration.
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.
Samantha Blau from the Maryland Science Center shows off some cool laser experiments.
The 27th annual Taste for Life is moving to the Pendry at Fell's Point in Baltimore.
The Howard County Public Library recommends 4 books for summer reading.
Cirque Du Soleil is bringing their performance of "'Twas The Night Before'" back to Baltimore.
The Fortis Institute in Townson, Maryland is celebrating HVAC Technician Day.
Colton Cowser tied his career-high with four RBIs, Pete Alonso added a three-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-1 on Sunday.
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson shortly before the end of the Padres' 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
Rodolfo Durán homered and drove in three runs, Fernando Tatis Jr. had two RBIs and the San Diego Padres beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Sunday.
Jackson Merrill and Samad Taylor each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and three more San Diego batters went deep as the Padres rolled to a 9-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.
Pete Alonso homered to cap a six-run third inning against Bryan Woo, and the Baltimore Orioles withstood three homers by the Seattle Mariners in a 7-5 victory Thursday night.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
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.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
Monday is a First Alert Weather Day, due to the risk of severe storms.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A mainly quiet end to the weekend is expected in Maryland.
A few rounds of strong to severe storms will be possible across Maryland on Monday.
Ideal weather is in Maryland this weekend.
Harford County community reporter Ashley Paul met with the four Harford County Executive candidates to get their message to voters ahead of election day.
There is the possibility of strong to severe storms for Maryland on Monday.
The fire department is investigating after suspected illegal fireworks set the dunes in Ocean City on fire.
JD Vance has returned to D.C. as Iran agreed to let nuclear inspections resume.
Michael Johnson has been sentenced to consecutive life sentences in the rape of a Maryland teen.