Trump's Additional $300 Unemployment Benefits Could Now Last Up To Six Weeks
Unemployed individuals who qualify for an additional $300 under Trump's Lost Wages Assistance program may receive up to six weeks worth of benefits.
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Unemployed individuals who qualify for an additional $300 under Trump's Lost Wages Assistance program may receive up to six weeks worth of benefits.
The Maryland Department of Labor announced Wednesday that the Lost Wages Assistance [LWA] program will begin ahead of schedule on Friday, September 11.
Unemployment numbers in Maryland are rising just slightly, with more than 11,000 filing in the last week.
The Maryland Department of Labor reported Thursday that 11,115 Marylanders filed for unemployment insurance last week. That number is down slightly from the previous week.
President Trump's Lost Wages Assistance program is intended to increase weekly unemployment benefits, but implementation has been slow.
Maryland's unemployment rate fell to 7.6 percent in July, preliminary data released by the U.S. Department of Labor Friday shows.
Unemployment numbers in Maryland rose slightly last week for the first time in over a month.
Maryland is applying for residents impacted by the coronavirus pandemic to get an additional $300 a week in federal unemployment benefits, the governor announced Wednesday.
More than 13,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment last week, according to new numbers released Thursday morning.
States react to President Trump's executive order extending additional weekly unemployment insurance payments in the amount of $400.
Unemployment's sizable decline in July still reflects a slowing economic recovery in the face of the unchecked coronavirus pandemic.
Over 18,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment in the last week.
Some Marylanders may qualify for an additional 13 weeks of extended unemployment benefits, the state's labor department said Friday.
With the first round of economic stimulus running out, millions of Americans are about to take a massive hit to their household budget.
A local photographer is joining a nationwide effort to help out the millions of Americans who are unemployed by taking free headshots.
Maryland has regained 97,000 jobs since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but Gov. Larry Hogan is reminding employers there's another avenue for help.
As the pandemic continues, families say it has taken a toll on them financially, with some struggling to make ends meet.
More than 33,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment the week ending July 18.
68,000 jobs were added across Maryland last month, according to State Department of Labor.
More than 37,000 Marylanders filed for unemployment last week.
There's a new hurdle for those in Maryland trying to collect unemployment insurance.
More than 56,000 Marylanders applied for unemployment insurance last week, about 10,000 more than the previous week.
Nearly 48,000 people filed for unemployment the week ending June 20.
The number of unemployment claims filed in Maryland last week topped more than 41,000.
The number of unemployment claims filed in Maryland increased by more than 10,000 last week, data from the state's labor department showed.
A Baltimore man has been charged in the 2022 killing of a 20-year-old who police say had allegedly carjacked him, State's Attorney Ivan Bates announced Thursday.
A person died, and two others were injured after a single-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon in Baltimore County.
Two Baltimore Police officers will not face charges in connection with a fatal shooting in February, according to the Attorney General's office.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested two adults on the campus of a public Baltimore school Thursday, school and city officials confirmed.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested two adults on the campus of a public Baltimore school Thursday, school and city officials confirmed.
Both heat and severe storms will impact plans on Thursday and Friday.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
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.
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.
Both heat and severe storms will impact plans on Thursday and Friday.
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
House Oversight Committee questions billionaire Bill Gates in Epstein investigation.
Jackson Holliday promises to donate $500 to MedStar’s Hospital pet therapy program for every Baltimore Orioles homer.
President Trump says U.S. will continue to strike Iran until a peace deal is reached.
Head-on crash in Anne Arundel County between a school bus and car sends several students to hospital as a precaution.
Washington DC native Javon Williams is now facing charges in the 2023 mass shooting at Morgan State.