Alert Day Wednesday for stormy weather across central Maryland
Widespread rain and storms will sweep through central Maryland during the evening commute.
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Maryland lawmakers tour Baltimore ICE facility after previously being denied access
A group of Maryland lawmakers toured a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Baltimore on Wednesday after they were denied a visit in late July.
Mount Washington neighbors on edge after string of home break-ins
Baltimore Police confirmed five different streets in Mount Washington that have been targeted in just the last two weeks.
Anne Arundel County sees major crime drops
Anne Arundel County reported significant declines in major crime over the past year, the police department said Wednesday.
Orioles, Maryland have not started negotiations on Camden Yards development
WJZ's media partner, The Baltimore Banner, reports that no progress has been made on negotiations under new owner David Rubenstein.
Anne Arundel County prepares for new school year with improved staffing
As Anne Arundel County students prepare to head back to school, district leaders are celebrating progress made in and outside of the classroom.
2 men arrested after reported fight among delivery drivers in Southeast Baltimore
Two men were arrested for attempted murder after Southeast Baltimore residents said they saw delivery drivers fight on Saturday, August 9.
Large sinkhole forms after water main break in Baltimore County, people left without water
A large sinkhole has closed a portion of Joann Drive after a water main broke in Windsor Mill, in Baltimore County.
Baltimore Mayor Scott rebuts President Trump's remarks on Baltimore crime
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott dismissed President Trump's description of the city as "so far gone" on crime, saying Baltimore is experiencing its safest period in more than 50 years.
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Baltimore legends Michael Phelps, Ray Lewis address Ravens at training camp
Baltimore sports legends Ray Lewis and Michael Phelps visited Ravens training camp practice on Tuesday in Owings Mills, Maryland, to offer words of wisdom to the players.
Baltimore Ravens swim with Michael Phelps, get lessons from the Olympic champion
A couple of weeks after players shot video asking the 23-time Olympic champion — and Baltimore native — for swimming lessons, Michael Phelps showed up at practice Tuesday.
Wester, Mitchell lead Baltimore Ravens to 24-16 preseason win over Indianapolis
The Baltimore Ravens beat the Indianapolis Colts 24-16 on Thursday in the only preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium.
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Baltimore Orioles shutout by Seattle Mariners, 1-0, in series-opener
George Kirby pitched seven three-hit innings, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 on Tuesday night for their eighth victory in a row.
Injuries won't subside for Baltimore Orioles. Eflin and Bautista the latest to be ruled out for the season
The Baltimore Orioles have ruled out two more pitchers for the season.
Baltimore legends Michael Phelps, Ray Lewis address Ravens at training camp
Baltimore sports legends Ray Lewis and Michael Phelps visited Ravens training camp practice on Tuesday in Owings Mills, Maryland, to offer words of wisdom to the players.
Baltimore Ravens swim with Michael Phelps, get lessons from the Olympic champion
A couple of weeks after players shot video asking the 23-time Olympic champion — and Baltimore native — for swimming lessons, Michael Phelps showed up at practice Tuesday.
Baltimore Orioles fall to Athletics, 3-2, in series-clinching game
Willie MacIver hit a two-run, ninth-inning double off Keegan Akin to rally the Athletics to a 3-2 series-clinching victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
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Around Town: Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming pampers pets in the Baltimore area
WJZ visits Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming in Baltimore to learn about how they pamper pets.
Around Town: Maryland wellness center, The League, focuses on people with disabilities
WJZ visits The League, a Maryland wellness center that focuses on people with disabilities.
Field Trip: Learning what it takes to care for donkeys at The Maryland Zoo
WJZ learns what it takes to care for the donkeys at The Maryland Zoo.
Around Town: Visiting Golden West Café for Maryland's Vegan Restaurant Month
WJZ visits Golden West Cafe during Vegan Restaurant Month in Maryland.
Tax-free week in Maryland begins as students prepare to head back to school
Tax-free week in Maryland ends on Saturday, August 16.
Around Town: Baltimore's Freedom Boat Club talks Dock and Dine program
Freedom Boat Club in Baltimore's Port Covington Marina offers a Dock and Dine program.
Field Trip: Trying new experiments at the Maryland Science Center
WJZ visits the Maryland Science Center to try a new experiment.
Around Town: 8th Annual International Edgar Allan Poe Festival returns to Baltimore in October
The 8th annual International Edgar Allan Poe Festival and Awards will return to Baltimore in October. This year's event will commemorate the 176th anniversary of his death.
Around Town: Savannah Bananas show off their moves ahead of Baltimore games
WJZ joined the Savannah Bananas and the Dad Bod Cheer Squad ahead of their Baltimore games.
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Tavon Austin's advice for Baltimore Ravens rookie Lajohntay Wester | WJZ Exclusive
During an exclusive sit-down interview with WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze, Baltimore legend Tavon Austin talks about Ravens rookie Lajohntay Wester - a player who grew up watching him. Austin shares lessons he learned during his nine-season NFL career, what it takes to succeed at the next level and explains why Wester reminds him of himself.
Baltimore legend Tavon Austin talks retirement, legacy and inspiring a Ravens Rookie
Tavon Austin sits down with WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze for his first local interview since announcing his retirement from the NFL. It is an exclusive you won't see anywhere else. The Baltimore native, Dunbar High School legend and former first-round pick opens up about walking away from football, his unforgettable high school career and what legacy means to him. Austin also reacts to comments from Ravens rookie Lajohntay Wester, who says Austin is one of the players he grew up watching and admiring.
YouTube begins testing new AI-powered age verification system in the U.S.
On Wednesday, YouTube began testing a new AI-powered age verification system in the U.S.
President Trump announces 2025 Kennedy Center Honors nominees
President Trump visited the Kennedy Center on Wednesday to announce the 2025 Honors nominees, including George Strait and Sylvester Stallone.
Federal judge denies Purdue's request to drop Maryland PFAS lawsuit, dismisses two counts
A federal judge on Wednesday denied Purdue's request to drop a Maryland PFAS lawsuit. However, the judge dismissed two counts from the suit.
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Alert Day Wednesday for stormy weather across central Maryland
Widespread rain and storms will sweep through central Maryland during the evening commute.
Maryland lawmakers tour Baltimore ICE facility after previously being denied access
A group of Maryland lawmakers toured a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Baltimore on Wednesday after they were denied a visit in late July.
Mount Washington neighbors on edge after string of home break-ins
Baltimore Police confirmed five different streets in Mount Washington that have been targeted in just the last two weeks.
Anne Arundel County sees major crime drops
Anne Arundel County reported significant declines in major crime over the past year, the police department said Wednesday.
Orioles, Maryland have not started negotiations on Camden Yards development
WJZ's media partner, The Baltimore Banner, reports that no progress has been made on negotiations under new owner David Rubenstein.
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Alert Day for hot temperatures and storm chances in Maryland on Thursday
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions improve across Maryland after wet weather
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
CVS agrees to pay $45 million to Baltimore for its role in opioid epidemic
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.
Maryland hospitals take preventative measures, courts close over Microsoft outage
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.
BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
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.
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Around Town: Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming pampers pets in the Baltimore area
WJZ visits Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming in Baltimore to learn about how they pamper pets.
Around Town: Maryland wellness center, The League, focuses on people with disabilities
WJZ visits The League, a Maryland wellness center that focuses on people with disabilities.
Field Trip: Learning what it takes to care for donkeys at The Maryland Zoo
WJZ learns what it takes to care for the donkeys at The Maryland Zoo.
Around Town: Visiting Golden West Café for Maryland's Vegan Restaurant Month
WJZ visits Golden West Cafe during Vegan Restaurant Month in Maryland.
Tax-free week in Maryland begins as students prepare to head back to school
Tax-free week in Maryland ends on Saturday, August 16.
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Baltimore Orioles shutout by Seattle Mariners, 1-0, in series-opener
George Kirby pitched seven three-hit innings, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 on Tuesday night for their eighth victory in a row.
Injuries won't subside for Baltimore Orioles. Eflin and Bautista the latest to be ruled out for the season
The Baltimore Orioles have ruled out two more pitchers for the season.
Baltimore legends Michael Phelps, Ray Lewis address Ravens at training camp
Baltimore sports legends Ray Lewis and Michael Phelps visited Ravens training camp practice on Tuesday in Owings Mills, Maryland, to offer words of wisdom to the players.
Baltimore Ravens swim with Michael Phelps, get lessons from the Olympic champion
A couple of weeks after players shot video asking the 23-time Olympic champion — and Baltimore native — for swimming lessons, Michael Phelps showed up at practice Tuesday.
Baltimore Orioles fall to Athletics, 3-2, in series-clinching game
Willie MacIver hit a two-run, ninth-inning double off Keegan Akin to rally the Athletics to a 3-2 series-clinching victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
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Trump deploys National Guard to D.C., takes control of police in crime crackdown
President Trump said that he is deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and that the federal government has taken control of the D.C. police.
Trump says homeless should leave D.C. "IMMEDIATELY," after floating federal takeover
President Trump is hinting at further federal police action in D.C., teasing a press conference on Monday aimed at "ending the Crime, Murder, and Death."
Hate crime charges against man accused of killing Israeli Embassy staffers
The Justice Department on Wednesday filed hate crime charges against the man accused of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., in May.
Democratic lawmakers sue Trump admin. for limiting visits to ICE detention centers
A dozen congressional Democrats are suing the Trump administration for limiting access to ICE detention facilities.
Senate Democrats have "grave concerns" about U.S. support for GHF Gaza aid efforts
Senate Democrats told the secretary of state they have "grave concerns" about the U.S. role in financing GHF, the main group distributing aid in Gaza.
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How a Maryland family has committed to preventing sexual violence before it begins
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Top high school culinary superstars face-off in Baltimore at national cook-off competition
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Baltimore's first Black- and women-owned bodega opens in Fells Point
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.
Annual IBIM Girls workshop connects young women with creative career opportunities
'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.
Did you know there's a place where you can get free groceries in Baltimore City?
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.
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Gas stations in Maryland must post cash and credit prices, aiming to end "bait & switch" signage
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
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.
West Baltimore Giant shutting down, turning Edmondson Village into a food desert
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.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
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.
Marijuana reclassification would give Maryland's cannabis industry a major tax cut
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
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Baltimore Tech Hub skipped for millions in federal funding, will reapply in second round
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. opening restaurant in Baltimore area
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS closing dozens of its Target pharmacies in 2024
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
Raising Cane's opens Columbia location, 5th in Maryland
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
Baltimore County executive vetoes amendments to plastic bag ban
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
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Listeria outbreak linked to recalled shakes now blamed for 12 deaths
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Doctors warn Dundalk residents to take precautions as recycling plant fire continues to smolder
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities
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.
McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
CDC: McDonald's Quarter Pounders linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
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FCC approves Paramount-Skydance merger
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to end in May 2026
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Brandy and Monica reunite for first-ever joint tour
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
AFRAM Baltimore 2025 performance lineup and set times
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Kermit the Frog previews his commencement speech
Kermit the Frog is set to speak at Muppets creator Jim Henson's alma mater.
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Alert Day in Maryland Wednesday for potential storms, flash flooding
Maryland will see heavy rain and potential flash flooding Wednesday evening, prompting an Alert Day.
Alert Day Wednesday for stormy weather across central Maryland
Widespread rain and storms will sweep through central Maryland during the evening commute.
Hot Wednesday and Thursday, some evening storms in Maryland
Summer is turning up the heat across Maryland this week, and the humidity isn't far behind. That classic August combo will make it feel even hotter - and keep daily thunderstorm chances in play.
Morning clouds give way to heat, humidity across Maryland on Wednesday
Morning clouds give way to heat, humidity across Maryland on Wednesday
Morning clouds give way to heat, humidity across Maryland
Hot & humid with storm chances this week
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Tavon Austin's advice for Baltimore Ravens rookie Lajohntay Wester | WJZ Exclusive
During an exclusive sit-down interview with WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze, Baltimore legend Tavon Austin talks about Ravens rookie Lajohntay Wester - a player who grew up watching him. Austin shares lessons he learned during his nine-season NFL career, what it takes to succeed at the next level and explains why Wester reminds him of himself.
Baltimore legend Tavon Austin talks retirement, legacy and inspiring a Ravens Rookie
Tavon Austin sits down with WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze for his first local interview since announcing his retirement from the NFL. It is an exclusive you won't see anywhere else. The Baltimore native, Dunbar High School legend and former first-round pick opens up about walking away from football, his unforgettable high school career and what legacy means to him. Austin also reacts to comments from Ravens rookie Lajohntay Wester, who says Austin is one of the players he grew up watching and admiring.
YouTube begins testing new AI-powered age verification system in the U.S.
On Wednesday, YouTube began testing a new AI-powered age verification system in the U.S.
President Trump announces 2025 Kennedy Center Honors nominees
President Trump visited the Kennedy Center on Wednesday to announce the 2025 Honors nominees, including George Strait and Sylvester Stallone.
Federal judge denies Purdue's request to drop Maryland PFAS lawsuit, dismisses two counts
A federal judge on Wednesday denied Purdue's request to drop a Maryland PFAS lawsuit. However, the judge dismissed two counts from the suit.