Detroit man sentenced in pandemic-era unemployment fraud scheme
A Detroit man was sentenced for his role in what authorities called a "million-dollar" unemployment fraud scheme.
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A Detroit man was sentenced for his role in what authorities called a "million-dollar" unemployment fraud scheme.
The first jobs report of 2024 shows the U.S. economy remains resilient despite the Federal Reserve jacking up interest rates.
Employers added 236,000 jobs last month, and the nation's unemployment rate fell to 3.5%.
The U.S. job market has remained robust despite the Federal Reserve's concerted push to slow economic growth.
The job market remains red-hot despite the Federal Reserve's push to slow economic growth.
The job market remains surprisingly resilient despite the Federal Reserve's attempts to weaken it.
The Maryland Food Bank has launched pilot programs targeting unemployment and underemployment, two of the leading causes of food insecurity, and increasing access to healthy, shelf-stable items, the organization said Tuesday.
Maryland added 16,700 jobs in the month of February and the unemployment rate fell slightly to 5%, according to newly released figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Maryland's congressional Democrats are urging the state labor department to apply for a federal grant to help workers navigate the "deeply flawed unemployment insurance system," which was plagued by delays as a flood of claims came in during the pandemic.
In a joint statement, Maryland's Congressional Democrats called on the state to use its $2.5 billion budget surplus to "support those who need it most," with many families facing eviction and struggling to pay childcare.
A federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging three Maryland men on federal charges related to a scheme to receive more than $2.7 million in unemployment benefits.
The Maryland Department of Labor said it's the lowest unemployment rate since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2021.
Maryland's congressional delegation on Friday sent a letter pressing state labor officials about issues with the delivery of unemployment benefits to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Baltimore City received $6.8 million in State American Rescue Plan Act funs to help unemployed and underemployed residents, and Mayor Brandon Scott said he intends to use the money to "invest in communities that have historically been left behind."
Maryland state Comptroller Peter Franchot on Wednesday estimated that about $2 billion in federal and state unemployment funds distributed during the pandemic were fraudulently obtained.
Marylanders who have received unemployment benefits have a few more months to use money on state-issued debit cards, according to Maryland Department of Labor officials.
A Baltimore City Circuit Court judge has issued a temporary restraining order Saturday stopping governor Hogan's order to opt-out of the federal unemployment benefits. The governor's office announced that the state will fight the ruling.
Judge Fletcher Hill announced Friday that he will issue a written decision by 10 a.m. Saturday. The benefits expire Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
The unemployed workers union held a protest outside the governor's mansion on Saturday over Gov. Hogan's decision to end federal unemployment benefits.
The Maryland Department of Labor announced Monday that the department has detected 508,000 fraudulent new unemployment insurance claims since the beginning of May.
The Institute for Supply Management said its monthly survey of service industries jumped to a reading of 64, topping the previous high of 63.7 in March.
More than 15,000 unemployment claims were filed in Maryland last week.
Maryland officials announced that the additional $300 in unemployment benefits from the Federal Government will end on July 3. Meaning, the extra cash of at least $1,200 per month that some people were relying on will end in less than 30 days.
More than 15,000 unemployment claims were filed in Maryland last week.
Detectives say a Ford Focus crossed into the opposite lane toward the bus, which was carrying students from the Maryland School for the Blind.
The cyberattack impacted Chick-fil-A One Loyalty accounts in 10 states, including Maryland.
Sources told CBS News Baltimore there is a breaking development in the homicide investigation of a brother and sister in Gwynn Oak, Maryland, on July 7.
A12-inch water main break that led to a massive sinkhole that swallowed a vehicle last weekend in East Baltimore has been repaired, the Department of Public Works (DPW) said on Wednesday.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
Sources told CBS News Baltimore there is a breaking development in the homicide investigation of a brother and sister in Gwynn Oak, Maryland, on July 7.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
The cyberattack impacted Chick-fil-A One Loyalty accounts in 10 states, including Maryland.
The forecast trends cooler and drier heading into late week.
A12-inch water main break that led to a massive sinkhole that swallowed a vehicle last weekend in East Baltimore has been repaired, the Department of Public Works (DPW) said on Wednesday.
Detectives say a Ford Focus crossed into the opposite lane toward the bus, which was carrying students from the Maryland School for the Blind.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
A new audit shows Maryland administered SNAP benefits to ineligible residents, including lottery winners and people who are incarcerated.
Aberdeen Police said the young girls were found in unsafe and unsanitary living conditions inside the home on Northeast Road.
Maryland is under a Code Purple air quality alert today, as smoke from several Canadian wildfires creates hazy and unhealthy conditions.
WJZ is live at Nora Blú, a contemporary Mediterranean restaurant located in Baltimore's Mount Vernon district, checking out their menu items and hand-crafted cocktails.
Heidi Ackerman, Charm City Sings, and Katie Long, Friends of Patterson Park, join us to talk about their upcoming performance on July 26 with Down Range, the U.S. Army rock band, for an evening that blends voices, genres and community spirit.
Dr. Mona Gahunia explains what people should know about the current outbreak, how the parasite spreads, and warning signs that warrant medical attention.
WJZ is live at the cafe learning how Richcroft, Inc. creates employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by giving them hands-on experience in food service, customer engagement, and financial management.
Mark Feiring, Founding Executive Director of the Maryland Book Bank, joins us to tell us about the organization's Mobile Bookmobile, partnership with the Ravens and his connection to a 90's board game.
The Boston Red Sox tied a franchise record in the first game of a doubleheader, beating the Baltimore Orioles for their 15th straight win.
The Red Sox and Orioles will play a doubleheader on Wednesday after their Tuesday night came was postponed due to rain.
The Baltimore Orioles placed All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman on the 10-day injured list with left wrist inflammation on Monday before their series opener against the Boston Red Sox.
Caleb Durbin hit a tiebreaking homer over the Green Monster and the Boston Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles Monday for their 14th straight win.
Brandon Young allowed one run over seven innings, Coby Mayo homered, and the Baltimore Orioles extended their season-best winning streak to seven games by beating the Houston Astros 5-2 on Sunday.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
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.
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.
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.
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.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The so-called "Benadryl Challenge" encourages people to take large amounts of the allergy medicine to experience hallucinations.
Maryland is under a Code Purple air quality alert today, as smoke from several Canadian wildfires creates hazy and unhealthy conditions.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
The Maryland Department of Health says confirmed illnesses from the cyclospora parasite have jumped to 69 so far this year.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
The 2026 lineup has been announced for Baltimore's Charm City Live music festival, including performances from Boyz II Men and Case.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
CBS News Baltimore's Cutter Martin has the latest weather forecast.
The forecast trends cooler and drier heading into late week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
More rain and storms likely on Wednesday in Maryland
A video sent to CBS News Philadelphia shows a waterspout over the Delaware Bay amid a tornado warning in Cape May County.
CBS News Baltimore's Cutter Martin has the latest weather forecast.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. says the outbreak is under control and denies budget cuts impacted food safety monitoring.
WJZ is live at Nora Blú, a contemporary Mediterranean restaurant located in Baltimore's Mount Vernon district, checking out their menu items and hand-crafted cocktails.
Heidi Ackerman, Charm City Sings, and Katie Long, Friends of Patterson Park, join us to talk about their upcoming performance on July 26 with Down Range, the U.S. Army rock band, for an evening that blends voices, genres and community spirit.
Christina Tkacik how Chef Andrew Weinzirl is now opening a new restaurant and giving restaurant ownership another shot after walking away from his own struggling business a decade ago.