Local Family's Ancestor Started Campaign To Make Thanksgiving National Holiday
Did you know a Towson family's ancestor was instrumental in making Thanksgiving a national holiday?
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Did you know a Towson family's ancestor was instrumental in making Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Your guide to a fun, competitive "Turkey Bowl" football game with friends or family.
The Baltimore Ravens players are constantly helping out in the Charm City community and this holiday season is no exception.
Mission Control promises to beam up some live football games — "to complete the experience," Kimbrough said.
The Maryland Transportation Authority is advising Thanksgiving travelers to leave either before dawn or late at night to avoid congestion.
The College Football Playoff race could be thrown into chaos or fall nicely into place.
Almost 49 million people are expected to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday, the most since 2007, according to AAA.
Before families can gather around the table on Thanksgiving a lot of work goes on in the kitchen, but it doesn't have to be your kitchen.
Thanksgiving is less than a week away. And preparations for the holiday are in full swing.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton will host his annual "Cam's Thanksgiving Jam" along with members of his family and volunteers for 800 underprivileged kids and their families.
Going gluten free this Thanksgiving? Check out these eight recipes that taste great and are easy to make!
Are you going to be one of those early shoppers this year? Check out this comprehensive list of top stores that will be keeping their doors closed this Thanksgiving.
Need some food to spice up your Thanksgiving football watch party? Look no further!
Macy's is staying committed to Thanksgiving Day shopping, saying it'll open an hour earlier this year.
Consumer electronics chain Hhgregg Inc. has become the latest retailer to take a stand against Thanksgiving shopping and plans to close its doors for the turkey feast.
The Great Thanksgiving Listen is over. Now anyone can listen in.
Stuffed from too much turkey? Have these athletes shop for you on Black Friday.
Before digging into their turkey dinners, runners across Maryland woke up early to hit the pavement.
It's vital to choose who comes to your Thanksgiving feast wisely, so be sure to avoid these seven sports personalities.
Come Turkey Day, there is no shortage of viewing options for the sports fan.
The Carolina Panthers may be undefeated, but all eyes will be watching the Dallas Cowboys this Thanksgiving.
The holidays are upon us and some of WJZ's anchors and meteorologists are getting into the holiday spirit while helping a great cause.
Terror threats in Europe is upping security measures here, as the busies travel week of the year gets under way.
Save some dough this holiday season with these easy holiday shopping tips. No need to break the bank just to have a fun and memorable holiday.
If you are headed into Baltimore from out of town, or even if you are a Baltimore resident looking for some alternatives to sitting around, eating and watching football on the television this Thanksgiving, why not give one or more of these awesome local activities a try while you happen to have some time (and calories) to burn?
It's a First Alert Weather Weekend for both today and tomorrow due to nor'easter impacts
Baltimore lawmakers rallied Friday in support of Question 3 that's set to appear on the ballot for the midterm elections this November.
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
The Baltimore Orioles routed the New York Yankees 10-2 in a doubleheader opener on Friday.
Juvenile justice reform is top of mind for Baltimore officials after a stolen car driven by teens crashed into an MTA bus Thursday in East Baltimore.
Locals in Rio are thrilled to have the NFL come to Maracanã Stadium, while Ravens fans making the trip from Baltimore are equally excited to experience the city.
It's a First Alert Weather Weekend for both today and tomorrow due to nor'easter impacts
Juvenile justice reform is top of mind for Baltimore officials after a stolen car driven by teens crashed into an MTA bus Thursday in East Baltimore.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival announced on Friday it has canceled all days of its music event due to coastal flooding impacting the site in Ocean City.
Baltimore City filed another emergency appeal to block Inspector General Isabel Cumming from accessing city records, and once again it was denied.
After the Silver Diner filed a lawsuit to keep its restaurant open at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), supporters have organized a grassroots campaign with the same goal.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a standardized review process for data centers, as well as creating a Maryland Data Center Task Force and Data Center Dashboard.
Columbia, Maryland has been ranked the No. 1 city in the nation for women due to its favorable conditions for good job prospects and positive health outcomes, according to a new survey released by the financial website WalletHub.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
WJZ is live in Aberdeen getting a preview of some of the attractions and food vendors that will be available at this year's Italian festival.
Dr. Aminta H. Breaux, President of Bowie State University joins us in studio to talk about Fall Convocation, new degree programs on campus and shares important updates on the Bowie State MARC Train transit development.
Owner Jada Betts joins us in studio to talk about her business, and the other services her company Ambrosia has to offers besides tailgating food.
Dr. Kate Viola, Dermatology Partners, joins us in studio to breakdown back to school skin issues like irritation and rashes and demonstrates how to treat them properly at home.
We are live at Fogo De Chão in Towson checking out their full Churrasco experience and learning what makes Brazilian steakhouses stand out from others.
The Baltimore Orioles routed the New York Yankees 10-2 in a doubleheader opener on Friday.
American football will make its debut in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday with a game between the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys at a futebol cathedral.
Whatever the conditions, the Cowboys will be chasing the NFL's most dangerous mobile quarterback in Lamar Jackson.
Trey Gibson pitched brilliantly into the seventh inning and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 on Wednesday night to sweep a doubleheader in their final home games of the season.
If Baltimore Ravens fans were hoping for a dramatically better injury report this week, Wednesday wasn't the best start.
Baltimore lawmakers rallied Friday in support of Question 3 that's set to appear on the ballot for the midterm elections this November.
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Benjamin Netanyahu focused on Iran, and on defending Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank amid condemnation from fellow leaders at the U.N.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Businesses celebrated Dolly Day by participating in fundraising efforts to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Harford County.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival announced on Friday it has canceled all days of the music event due to coastal flooding impacting the site in Ocean City.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
A coastal storm will bring wind and rain to Maryland this weekend.
It's a First Alert Weather Weekend for both today and tomorrow due to nor'easter impacts
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
Friday's nice weather across Maryland will give way to wet and windy conditions this weekend from a strengthening nor'easter.
A coastal storm will bring wind and rain to Maryland this weekend.
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
From Ocean City to Annapolis, communities along Maryland's coast are bracing for the impacts of a powerful nor'easter. CBS News Baltimore's Bryant Reed reports.
The ballot measure would change the state constitution's rules on congressional redistricting.
Festival organizers announced the 3-day cancellation on Friday, one day after canceling Friday's lineup. CBS News Baltimore's Caroline Foreback has reaction from ticket holders.