Maryland's Unemployment Claims Nearly Doubled Last Week
Maryland's unemployment claims nearly doubled last week from the previous week.
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Maryland's unemployment claims nearly doubled last week from the previous week.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott on Wednesday announced the loosening of a number of COVID-19 restrictions in the city effective later this month.
Ørsted announced Wednesday it successfully completed the initial phases of Maryland's first offshore wind staging area center at Tradepoint Atlantic in Baltimore County.
The national average price for a gallon of gas is nearly $3. Here in Maryland, we are paying slightly less than the national average, at $2.84 a gallon.
An adult entertainment venue in Baltimore city was shut down Saturday after it broke the city's coronavirus regulations.
Maryland contractors have noticed a steady increase in the price of building materials since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. One contractor tells WJZ at first he thought the pandemic was driving up costs, but now he thinks it's price-gouging.
Gov. Larry Hogan announced Tuesday Maryland will lift capacity limits for outdoor and indoor dining, as well as other establishments Friday at 5 p.m.
A third stimulus check has been signed into law, but it won't necessarily be the $1,400 amount that everyone keeps talking about.
Gas prices across Maryland, and the rest of the nation, increased this week, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic.
Raising a child is very expensive, but the expanded child tax credit is about to give parents some more money to help.
Gov. Larry Hogan announced Wednesday the Maryland Department of Labor's COVID-19 Layoff Aversion Fund saved over 21,000 jobs and supported more than 1,000 small businesses through two rounds of funding, totaling over $31 million.
A line of loyal customers stretched outside the doors of Pub Dog in Columbia on Monday as the restaurant reopened 18 months after a powerful gas explosion destroyed it and a number of neighboring businesses.
More than 67 million women are currently employed in the U.S. For many of them, the COVID-19 pandemic has turned life upside down.
After Baltimore city reached an agreement with strip clubs Wednesday, adult entertainment venues were allowed to reopen in the city on Friday afternoon.
A third stimulus check is a very popular idea, but some experts believe it's not what the economy needs right now.
If you've been near Baltimore's Inner Harbor this week, you're again left with a simple question: What is that smell?
Baltimore City Councilman Mark Conway is considering running against U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume in the 2026 Democratic Primary, according to his spokesperson.
A strong front brings a chance of showers, followed by even cooler weather.
The closure of National Parks and landmarks is just one inconvenient way Baltimoreans are feeling the impacts of the government shutdown. For others, the impacts are much more concerning.
A 16-year-old was shot in West Baltimore on Saturday evening, according to Baltimore Police.
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.
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.
Maryland nail experts are getting ready for the Nail Excellence Awards.
The Harford County Public Library Foundation hosts a wheelchair costume workshop and holds an inclusive trunk or treat event.
WJZ's Amy Kawata went to check out the Edgar Allan Poe Festival Thursday morning.
The International Edgar Allen Poe Festival and Awards is being held in Baltimore from October 3 to October 5.
WJZ tours the newly renovated showroom at Gramophone Design Build in Cockeysville, Maryland.
Former Baltimore Ravens defensive end Arthur Willis Jones III has died, according to a post from the Baltimore Ravens.
Jackson injured his hamstring in the third quarter of last Sunday's 37-20 loss in Kansas City. If Jackson can't play this week, Cooper Rush would start.
Tony Mansolino remains in limbo as manager of the Baltimore Orioles.
Even before Lamar Jackson left in the third quarter with a hamstring problem, the Baltimore Ravens were in big trouble.
There was no update on Monday on Lamar Jackson's hamstring issue, but Baltimore coach John Harbaugh announced another bit of devastating injury news — defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike is out for the season.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia had asked an immigration judge to reopen his deportation proceedings.
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years began at midnight after lawmakers failed to reach a deal on extending funding.
The judge in Mangione's case is expected to rule on some motions and could potentially set a trial date.
President Trump said he wants to send the National Guard into yet another city—Memphis, Tennessee. But Baltimore remains a Trump target.
Former House Speaker and current U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi called for unity and an end to gun violence following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah.
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.
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.
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.
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."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Cutter Martin has your Saturday evening forecast | 10/4/2025
A strong front brings a chance of showers, followed by even cooler weather.
Chief Meteorologist Derek Beasley has your Friday evening forecast | 10/3/2025
Nice weekend expected ahead of rain chances and another cool down next week.
Fall weather will stick around Maryland Friday with a warm-up expected for the weekend.
A Baltimore County man has been charged in the 1994 killing of his estranged wife, authorities said Friday.
Three teens were arrested in connection with 14 burglaries, Baltimore police said Thursday. Officers said the two 16-year-old boys and a 14-year-old boy are charged with multiple burglaries and stealing a vehicle.
Some veterans who find themselves in trouble with the law can be given a second chance with United Way and the Central Maryland Regional Veterans Treatment Court.
A magazine made in Baltimore is putting Central American artists and their work in the spotlight.
Maryland Food Bank, Fort McHenry face impacts as federal shutdown continues