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Lt. Cynthia Gee Scott, with the Baltimore County Fire Department, is changing the narrative about leaders within a profession once viewed as a man's job.
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Lt. Cynthia Gee Scott, with the Baltimore County Fire Department, is changing the narrative about leaders within a profession once viewed as a man's job.
A photography exhibit, called "Ageless Creativity," at the Maryland Women's Heritage Center in downtown Baltimore captures portraits of women 55 and older thriving through their artistry.
From highways to bridges to high-traffic events, including marathons and volunteer efforts, Dawn Hopkins and Flagger Force are on the front lines of safety.
At Get Centered Wellness, Dr. Michelle Perry says yoga, meditation, and sound bath classes are just a few tools used to combat trauma, stress, and anxiety.
The Baltimore Museum of Art is opening a major retrospective of the work of legendary artist Joyce Scott starting on Sunday.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
Alcántara-Antoine is the first person of color to serve as CEO of Baltimore County Public Library.
Lola Manekin is leading lifestyle innovation at Sacred Owl Retreat House in Baltimore County.
There are 50 to 100 businesses in each corridor.
Maryland Women's Heritage Center is filled with books and documents about women dating back to the early 1900s.
March is Women's History Month, and Sinai Hospital celebrated Helene King Day Tuesday to honor the memory of a former colleague and philanthropist.
We know Ocean City for its beaches and boardwalks. It's a sure thing for a summer getaway not too far from home.
In celebration of Women's History Month, Checkerspot is debuting a limited-edition beer in partnership with Yelp's Women Run Baltimore campaign. The beer, Five Star Hoppy Kölsch, supports the non-profit Hons Honey, which works to help women trauma survivors.
The president and owner of Duradek MidAtlantic is transforming architecture one outdoor living space at a time.
Bird Bell Bishop said she was "born and raised in the automobile business." She took over Bob Bell automotive a few years after her father passed away in 2011.
For a long time, advertising agencies were run almost entirely by men.
Two Maryland sisters say they have always loved solving problems, making the field of engineering a perfect fit.
From the Civil War to World War II and beyond, there's a long line of lady spies who came from Maryland, women who risked their lives for their country.
In the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, McCardell was known for making clothes for women that were both stylish and useful. She made clothes for women from all walks of life.
The Catholic High School of Baltimore is working to increase diversity in the field of STEM.
Whether you're driving to work, taking the bus to school, or waiting on a delivery, transportation is an integral part of our lives.
The home where Tubman grew up and lived is under the threat of rising sea levels and climate change.
Historians say the fight is still on for issues of pay equity, domestic violence, healthcare and education.
Morgan State University has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade, seeing major construction and expansion of the campus.
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.
Severe storms brought major damage to neighborhoods across the Baltimore region Friday afternoon.
Marylanders wouldn't miss a chance to style and profile for one last time at Pimlico before a big makeover to Baltimore's historic racetrack in 2027.
More rain and storms possible overnight then quieter for the weekend!
WJZ Investigates is following the fallout from a bombshell audit that revealed dozens of cases where people died after police restrained them, which should have been classified as homicides.
Baltimore City DOT said 53,3040 parking citations have been issued since the city launched its 24-hour parking enforcement initiative on March 10.
Severe storms brought major damage to neighborhoods across the Baltimore region Friday afternoon.
The review found that about three dozen cases involving in-custody police deaths should have been ruled as homicides.
More rain and storms possible overnight then quieter for the weekend!
Marylanders wouldn't miss a chance to style and profile for one last time at Pimlico before a big makeover to Baltimore's historic racetrack in 2027.
The Baltimore City Fire Union said in a statement on behalf of Dranbauer's family that his injuries are "too catastrophic to sustain life."
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Being at Pimlico during Preakness weekend is an absolute treat. The excitement surrounding a world-class sporting event is palpable. The mood is an excellent one indeed. Talking to a jockey about the hardest part of the Preakness Stakes is eye-opening. Discussing the vibe of what will be the last Preakness infield before the new track will be built is discussing history. And then there is the betting aspect of the Black Eyed Susan Stakes, and the Preakness Stakes, too. It is just a good time of the year to do what I do! ENJOY!
Alexus is live at Pimlico Race Course getting ready for the runnings of Black Eyed Susan Day and Preakness 150.
Frank Vespe, founder and publisher of The Racing Biz, chats about what to expect at Preakness saturday including how the forecast will affect the race and the chances Derby favorite Journalism will win it all.
Marty Bass was at the Canton Marine Terminal, located between the Clinton Street wharfs and the Seagirt Marine Terminal. CMT is home to the Liberty Ship John W. Brown and the Nuclear Ship Savannah. This weekend, both will be open for tours during a festival that will feature food trucks and other activities. We also met two members of the 16,000-member Chesapeake Shipwatchers Facebook group. It was one of their camera that caught the Dali hitting the Key Bridge.
In today’s Furever Home, Deborah Stone takes us to a recent TRU Rescue adoption event where she met some unbelievably cuddly puppies and one very snuggly adult dog named Tobi Bear.
Want to know how and where to watch the 2025 Preakness Stakes race live? Here's what to know about the big horse race.
The Preakness Stakes has a field of nine horses set to race Saturday in Baltimore for the 2025 running of the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Sovereignty is not running out of that starting gate in the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, two weeks after winning the Kentucky Derby. Yet he is still the talk of Pimlico Race Course this week.
Mark Casse was not a Metallica guy until he began training Sandman. Now he is a big fan.
The Baltimore Orioles were swept by the Minnesota Twins for the second time in less than two weeks.
Multiple staff members at the Kennedy Center said they are sounding the alarm that the mission and legacy of the storied arts institution are at risk.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia's return — and has sparred with government lawyers since then.
A coalition of 20 state Democratic attorneys general filed two federal lawsuits on Tuesday, claiming that the Trump administration is threatening to withhold billions of dollars in transportation and disaster-relief funds.
U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis ordered in April that the government must facilitate his release, a ruling that has been upheld by the Supreme Court.
Carla Hayden has been the Librarian of Congress since 2016. She was the first woman and African American to hold the position.
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
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.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Severe storms brought major damage to neighborhoods across the Baltimore region Friday afternoon.
More rain and storms possible overnight then quieter for the weekend!
Derek Beasley has your Friday evening forecast | 5/16/2025
The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has issued an Alert Day Friday for the potential of strong to severe thunderstorms through Friday evening. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across the entire state of Maryland.
A stray storm or two is possible this evening, but most of the region will remain quiet overnight. Lows will settle into the 60s, and patchy fog may develop by morning.
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Derek Beasley has your Friday evening forecast | 5/16/2025