O'Malley Introduces Bill To Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
The same-sex marriage debate is back in the General Assembly. Governor Martin O'Malley has introduced a bill he says should satisfy religious concerns.
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The same-sex marriage debate is back in the General Assembly. Governor Martin O'Malley has introduced a bill he says should satisfy religious concerns.
Gov. Martin O'Malley submitted his legislative agenda on Monday, trying again for challenging high-profile measures that failed last year, such as legalizing same-sex marriage and developing offshore wind.
A brand new poll reveals Maryland voters are split on legalizing same-sex marriage and there's a strong divide along racial lines.
A mix of political circumstances in Maryland is prompting a variety of state lawmakers to make congressional bids this year.
Supporters of same-sex marriage in Maryland have a new ally, and it's potentially a powerful one.
The General Assembly's session, which begins next week, will focus on continuing budget problems and the return of difficult and strongly debated legislation that stalled last year. That includes same-sex marriage, expanding gambling, offshore wind development and limits on septic systems.
Maryland lawmakers will soon be gearing up for another legislative session, and the state's governor says those lawmakers will need courage to consider possible tax increases.
Advocates of traditional marriage are deploying to Annapolis to begin their campaign against same-sex marraige legislation.
Marylanders for Marriage Equality gain another voice. Julian Bond, chairman emeritus of the NAACP, is featured in a YouTube ad supporting same-sex marriage in Maryland.
The push for equal marriage rights in Maryland gets a heavy-hitting supporter. Ravens player Brendon Ayanbadejo posts a video in support of gay marriage on YouTube.
Maryland voters appear closely divided on the question of legalizing same-sex marriage.
On the heels of a gala promoting same-sex marriage in Maryland, a group of clergy announces its opposition and promises a game plan.
The Roman Catholic archbishop of Baltimore urged Gov. Martin O'Malley last month not to sponsor same-sex marriage legislation because it "deeply conflicts" with the governor's Catholic faith, but O'Malley responded that he has a public obligation to change unjust laws.
Defenders of traditional marriage join together to counter Governor Martin O'Malley's attempt to legalize same-sex marriage in Maryland.
Governor Martin O'Malley takes the lead on a campaign to legalize same-sex marriage in Maryland.
Gov. Martin O'Malley is scheduled to talk about his plans to push harder for same-sex marriage legislation in Maryland.
A spokeswoman for Gov. Martin O'Malley says he will announce what role he will play in advocating same-sex marriage legislation in Maryland by the end of the week.
If you're a gay county school employee and get married in another state, your partner qualifies for health benefits starting Friday.
The New York legislature's decision to legalize same sex marriage draws attention to the debate in Maryland.
A Maryland judge has ruled that a woman who married her lesbian partner in Washington, D.C. can invoke her right not to testify against her in a domestic assault case.
The American Civil Liberties Union is stepping into a dispute over same-sex spousal privilege in a western Maryland domestic-assault case.
Not this year. Maryland lawmakers were on the verge of making history, to become the sixth state in the country to allow same-sex marriages, but on Friday those efforts are all but dead.
Gov. Martin O'Malley says he hopes lawmakers pass a bill legalizing gay marriage.
Maryland lawmakers in the House of Delegates are weighing a change to a gay marriage measure that could win support in the House, but potentially jeopardize its chances in the Senate.
One more big vote will determine the future of same-sex marriage in the Maryland General Assembly. The House of Delegates is deciding if it will pass the measure and send it on to the governor.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
A man was killed, and a man and a woman were hurt in a triple shooting that was reported in West Baltimore Wednesday night, according to city police.
Eleven students and a driver were sent to the hospital after a school bus crash in Davidsonville that involved another vehicle, according to Anne Arundel County Fire officials.
Thursday and Friday will be the hottest days of the week across Maryland. Severe weather is possible both days.
An emergency meeting of the Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) was held on Tuesday to discuss the aftermath of several mail-in-ballot missteps.
Thursday and Friday will be the hottest days of the week across Maryland. Severe weather is possible both days.
A Code Red Extreme Heat Alert has been declared for Baltimore City on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12, with intense heat and humidity embracing Maryland.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
A man was killed, and a man and a woman were hurt in a triple shooting that was reported in West Baltimore Wednesday night, according to city police.
Eleven students and a driver were sent to the hospital after a school bus crash in Davidsonville that involved another vehicle, according to Anne Arundel County Fire officials.
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 takes a visit to Baltimore's Pratt Street Market.
The Maryland Science Center is preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
WJZ makes a visit to the Prime Rib at Maryland Live Casino.
Arundel Mills Mall in Maryland is preparing to celebrate National Outlet Shopping Day.
Beezee Sensory in Maryland is celebrating its one-year anniversary.
Jackson Holliday hit his third career grand slam, Brandon Young pitched seven scoreless innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners 7-2 on Wednesday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Orioles have lost four in a row for the first time since a five-game skid from April 30 to May 4.
Josh Naylor hit a grand slam during a five-run fifth inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 on Monday night.
Ernie Clement swerved to his right to dodge a tag attempt by Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who threw to first, assuming that the Blue Jays baserunner would be called out for leaving the baseline.
Yohendrick Piñango and Brandon Valenzuela hit solo home runs, Andrés Giménez had two hits and an RBI, and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-4 on Sunday.
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.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
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.
Evening storms are expected in Maryland after extreme heat.
Thursday and Friday will be the hottest days of the week across Maryland. Severe weather is possible both days.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Intense Maryland heat with storm chances this week
Strong storm chances continue this week in Maryland
Evening storms are expected in Maryland after extreme heat.
WJZ takes a visit to Baltimore's Pratt Street Market.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Early voting in Maryland starts Thursday and lasts one week. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Intense Maryland heat with storm chances this week