Maryland governor says he plans to sign gun-control bills
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday he is planning to sign gun-control measures approved by lawmakers in response to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last year.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday he is planning to sign gun-control measures approved by lawmakers in response to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling last year.
Moore, a first-term Democrat elected in November, points to the 10 bills he authored and signed as his greatest accomplishment in office so far.
Paul Monteiro was sworn in as the Secretary of the Department of Service and Civic Innovation while Brig. Gen. Janeen Birckhead was sworn in as the adjutant general of Maryland.
Moore noted that in addition to stockpiling the abortion pill mifepristone "upwards of three years," state lawmakers have been taking steps toward protecting abortion rights by passing legislation.
If confirmed by the Senate, Brig. Gen. Janeen Birckhead would become the only Black woman leading a state military in the United States, according to Maryland state staff.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and members of the state's congressional delegation renewed their pitch to build a new FBI headquarters in Maryland on Wednesday, criticizing the selection process for lacking transparency — and noting it would cost taxpayers at least $1 billion more to build in Virginia, and take longer.
Jody Davis grew up in Baltimore and graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. This year, she designed a dress worn by Maryland's first lady, Dawn Moore, at the historic swearing-in of the state's first Black governor.
The online and in-store meal solutions company will create more than 500 new full-time jobs in Maryland by 2024.
The grant money will be divided into scholarships of $10,000 each and will be awarded to more than a dozen students, college officials said.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order Thursday to require state agencies to report data to assess the performance of the state's Minority Business Enterprise program.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said following Tuesday's State of the Union address that the state has been reaping the benefits of President Joe Biden's economic agenda.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, who took office last month, has pledged to work closely with Baltimore leaders to reduce gun violence by addressing the complex social forces underlying the city's longstanding struggle to improve public safety.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore released his $63 billion budget plan for the state Friday, outlining education and transportation as priorities amid a large budget surplus while maintaining an ample Rainy Day Fund to be prepared for an economic downturn.
Maryland's first Black governor will leave a mark on the state.
Around 12,000 people attended The People's Ball at the Baltimore Convention Center on Wednesday to celebrate the inauguration of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore.
Thousands of people packed the State House to watch Gov. Wes Moore's inauguration on Wednesday.
The former Army captain, bestselling author, and anti-poverty advocate, who will be sworn in this week as Maryland's first African American governor, talks about his unique career path to the governor's residence in Annapolis.
Governor-elect Wes Moore attended Christmas celebrations at Saint Michael's Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Southeast Baltimore on Saturday.
Governor-elect Wes Moore was out in the community Thursday morning to give back to those in need on Thanksgiving.
The U.S. Department of Transportation raised concerns about the cost of rebuilding Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge and traffic congestion in Maryland.
Maryland secured a settlement with the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store restaurant chain after a Charles County location allegedly discriminated against a group of students with disabilities, according to Attorney General Anthony Brown.
Winter-like cold continues across Maryland Tuesday. The weather briefly turns milder Wednesday with a few showers.
Baltimore Ravens All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith and his foundation hosted the Ravens' 20th Annual Holiday Helpers event Monday night at the Target in Owings Mills.
A former domestic violence detective with the Harford County Sheriff's Office pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation of two children.
The U.S. Department of Transportation raised concerns about the cost of rebuilding Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge and traffic congestion in Maryland.
Winter-like cold continues across Maryland Tuesday. The weather briefly turns milder Wednesday with a few showers.
Maryland secured a settlement with the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store restaurant chain after a Charles County location allegedly discriminated against a group of students with disabilities, according to Attorney General Anthony Brown.
A 19-year-old was arrested in connection with an attempted kidnapping investigation in Baltimore County, police said.
People living in Anne Arundel County are speaking out against a controversial proposal that aims to build more than 100 new townhomes on the Severna Park golf center. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
WJZ is at the Lord Baltimore Hotel to see their couture-designed trees.
WJZ visits Krampus Haunted House at East Point Mall in Baltimore.
Boumi Shriners held their third annual FEZtival of Trees in Baltimore.
Black Barn Alpacas in Maryland will host "Fleece" Navidad in Finksburg.
WJZ is at BLK Swan in Baltimore to learn about the return of their Jazz Brunch event.
A day later, John Harbaugh still wasn't satisfied with the way the NFL determines if a catch has been made.
Ravens backup offensive lineman Ben Cleveland has been suspended for three games for violating the NFL's policy on substances of abuse.
Residents in the Severna Park area, in Anne Arundel County, are weighing in on a proposed residential subdivision that would bring 135 townhomes to the property currently known as the Severna Park Golf Center.
This will be the Ravens' fifth primetime game this season, including their third at M&T Bank Stadium.
A replay review showed that Likely lost control of the ball before taking a third step with it, and the incomplete pass turned out to be a significant factor in Baltimore's 27-22 defeat Sunday.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
"Any document signed" by Biden with an autopen "is hereby terminated," President Trump said.
A National Guard member died in the wake of the shooting near the White House, President Trump said.
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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
Winter-like cold continues across Maryland Tuesday. The weather briefly turns milder Wednesday with a few showers.
Frigid temperatures in Maryland Tuesday morning
Temperatures continue to tumble in Maryland
Cold weather and bitter temperatures are expected to linger in Maryland through Thursday.
Tuesday will be another very cold day across Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
People living in Anne Arundel County are speaking out against a controversial proposal that aims to build more than 100 new townhomes on the Severna Park golf center. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Baltimore Ravens give children a memorable Target shopping spree
Frigid temperatures in Maryland Tuesday morning
Former Maryland detective pleads guilty to child exploitation charges