Virginia City Removes 800-Pound Slave Auction Block After Years Of Deliberation
The city of Fredericksburg, Virginia, has removed an auction block that African Americans were forced to stand on as they were displayed and sold as slaves.
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The city of Fredericksburg, Virginia, has removed an auction block that African Americans were forced to stand on as they were displayed and sold as slaves.
Protests continued around Maryland and the Baltimore area Sunday, rallying in support of George Floyd, the unarmed black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis on Memorial Day.
Family and friends of the 19-year-old man who died following a struggle with police in Caroline County in 2018 marched in his honor this weekend.
Demonstrators gathered Saturday all around Baltimore and other parts of Maryland to protest the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died while in police custody in Minneapolis in May.
Protestors around the Baltimore area marched, chanted and protested against police brutality and the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis at the end of May.
City workers and volunteers painted the words Black Lives Matter in enormous bright yellow letters on the street leading to the White House, a highly visible sign of the District of Columbia's embrace of a protest movement that has put it at odds with President Donald Trump.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in Baltimore is working with city police to identify the suspects who allegedly set fire to a Baltimore bank early Sunday morning during the George Floyd protests.
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the Trump administration Thursday, alleging officials violated the civil rights of protesters who were forcefully removed from a park near the White House by police using chemical agents before President Donald Trump walked to a nearby church to take a photo.
Officials in the nation's capital pushed back on an aggressive response by the federal government to demonstrations over the death of George Floyd.
The bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington sharply criticized President Donald Trump for staging a visit to the historic St. John's Church across from the White House, where he held up a Bible after authorities had cleared the area of peaceful protesters.
Baltimore Mayor Bernard C. "Jack" Young said he "hasn't seen the need" for a curfew in the city since protests in recent days have remained largely peaceful.
Arlington County, Virginia, pulled its officers out of the District of Columbia Monday night after they played a supporting role in clearing protesters from a park outside the White House so the president could walk to a church for a photo opportunity.
Thousands of protesters gathered peacefully downtown in Baltimore, shutting down major roadways Monday evening, as they marched through the city to protest police brutality after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
As the state continues to loosen coronavirus restrictions, health officials are worried about the spread of COVID-19 as crowds head to the beach and other summer destinations where they will be in close proximity with others.
Baltimore police are sweeping the downtown area after they found bricks and bottles with potential accelerants in them.
Thousands are gathering peacefully in downtown Baltimore Monday afternoon to protest police brutality after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
The Orioles pitcher and his wife, Devin, shared a message on Twitter with their thoughts on the protests across the country in the wake of George Floyd's death.
For the third day in a row, demonstrators took to the streets of Baltimore to decry the death of George Floyd, an unarmed man who died in police custody in Minnesota.
A large crowd gathered outside City Hall Saturday night in Baltimore to protest the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis earlier this week.
President Donald Trump's tweets about the protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd in police custody drew some criticism Friday, after he called protestors "thugs" and tweeted "when the looting starts, the shooting starts."
Dozens of protesters gathered Friday afternoon to rally against restrictions on businesses as Baltimore County reopened retail shops, hair salons and barbershops.
A ReOpen Baltimore County rally is planned for Friday, May 22 at 2 p.m.
A group protesting Maryland's business closures during the coronavirus pandemic has organized another rally for Saturday, May 2 this time starting in Frederick and ending in Salisbury.
A protest to reopen Maryland amid the coronavirus pandemic reportedly set for 9 a.m. Monday morning never materialized.
Dozens rallied in downtown Annapolis Saturday, calling on Gov. Larry Hogan to remove some restrictions the state has put in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was back in court in Greenbelt, Maryland, as the federal government continued to pursue its effort to deport him to Liberia.
Baltimore residents are calling for more safety measures on Belair Road following a three-vehicle crash that left six people injured last Saturday.
Republican House Dels. Mark Fisher and Brian Chisholm posted a video titled the "ChiCom of the Year Award," where they accuse Democratic Delegate Chao Wu of being a Chinese spy.
Maryland officials said they are considering moving the Preakness Stakes back to three weeks after the Kentucky Derby instead of two.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed another batch of bills into law, including the anticipated Utility RELIEF Act, which promises to save some residents money amid soaring energy costs.
Maryland and federal officials announced charges against the operator of the container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
The chance of rain, thunder will peak Wednesday afternoon and evening.
Maryland has reached a final settlement with the owners and operators of the container ship Dali, which collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse in 2024.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was back in court in Greenbelt, Maryland, as the federal government continued to pursue its effort to deport him to Liberia.
A package of legislation aimed at protecting pets was signed into law in Baltimore Countywith the goal of holding pet owners accountable.
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.
Sandbox VR, a virtual reality venue, is open in Baltimore.
Dick Hageman discusses how he plans to save the Preakness tradition of painting the winner of the weather vane despite a location change for the race this year.
The Bromo Arts Walk is returning to Baltimore on May 14.
The Freedom Trucks Mobile Museum made a stop in Maryland.
Radebaugh Florist in Maryland prepares for one of its busiest weekends.
With the Triple Crown off the table, there's another bit of history that could be made in horse racing this week:
Ryan Weathers took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, then gave up a single before Coby Mayo hit a three-run homer off reliever Brent Headrick to lift the Baltimore Orioles over the New York Yankees 3-2 on Monday night.
Fans lined up well before the gates opened at Camden Yards on Friday night in anticipation of a Tupac Shakur bobblehead giveaway at the ballpark.
Chris Bassitt pitched six solid innings in relief and Leody Taveras threw out the potential tying run at the plate in the seventh to lift the Baltimore Orioles to a 2-1 win over the Athletics on Sunday.
Joe Mack scored the winning run in the ninth inning on a throwing error by third baseman Coby Mayo, and the Miami Marlins beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a series sweep and snap a four-game losing streak.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
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."
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.
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.
Rain and storm possibilities Wednesday in Maryland
Rainy weather will return to parts of Maryland Wednesday after a sunny day on Tuesday.
The chance of rain, thunder will peak Wednesday afternoon and evening.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
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