New Program Aims To Attract More Black-Owned Businesses To Downtown Baltimore, Fill Empty Storefronts
A new program hopes to attract more Black-owned businesses to Baltimore's downtown.
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A new program hopes to attract more Black-owned businesses to Baltimore's downtown.
Facebook is trying to help struggling entrepreneurs be more successful with their efforts.
British-based beer and spirits maker Diageo is giving a combined $10 million to 25 historically Black colleges and universities across the United States, continuing an upswell of giving to the institutions following last summer's racial justice protests.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced Wednesday $3.9 million in grant funds to help restaurants and taverns in the city struggling with COVID-related expenses.
Comcast is making changes to its internet services to help families relying on it during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bipartisanship is a goal of the Biden administration, but not at the expense of pandemic assistance.
A sports retailer based in the United Kingdom has announced its plans to acquire Baltimore-based streetwear company DTLR Villa for around $495 million.
Maryland restaurants and bars will now be able to stay open longer as a coronavirus restriction is lifted Monday.
Another Baltimore restaurant was the recipient of much needed assistance as the city businesses continue to struggle during the pandemic.
Three Baltimore City Council members and the Baltimore Digital Equity Coalition are asking the state to investigate Comcast for what they call "predatory price gouging."
Vendors hoping to get a spot in the redeveloped Lexington Market in Baltimore have another opportunity to do so.
As the pandemic leaves a trail of suffering and economic destruction, a third stimulus check and a broader economic relief package can't come fast enough.
Baltimore officials confirmed to WJZ that they will follow the governor's emergency order to lift the 10 p.m. curfew on bars and restaurants in the city starting Monday.
Beginning Monday, bars and restaurants in Maryland will be able to stay open past 10 p.m., a reversal of a move made to slow the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Larry Hogan's office said Thursday.
The stock market has enjoyed unprecedented gains during the pandemic, with the strange, meteoric rise of GameStop among the highlights.
Homicides and non-fatal shootings in Baltimore have both declined by 50% since 2023, according to data from the mayor's office.
Parts of Maryland are starting to see some fall foliage, according to the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
The workweek ends with much cooler weather in the forecast.
C.J. Stroud threw for 244 yards and four touchdowns, and Houston strolled to a 44-10 win over a depleted Baltimore team Sunday, matching both the most lopsided road win in Texans' history and the most lopsided home loss in Ravens' history.
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.
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.
C.J. Stroud threw for 244 yards and four touchdowns, and Houston strolled to a 44-10 win over a depleted Baltimore team Sunday, matching both the most lopsided road win in Texans' history and the most lopsided home loss in Ravens' history.
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.
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.
Maryland will see a cool-down accompanied by rainy weather by mid-week.
Parts of Maryland are starting to see some fall foliage, according to the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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Maryland will see rainy, cool weather by the middle of the workweek.
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Maryland will see a cool-down accompanied by rainy weather by mid-week.
President Trump threatened to enact federal workforce layoffs as the government shutdown stretched into day four.
A woman was critically injured in a domestic-related stabbing outside of Towson Town Center in Baltimore County, police said. A suspect was taken into custody.
The Trump administration deployed more than 100 California National Guard members to Oregon.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s legal battle over his deportation to El Salvador will be discussed during a federal court proceeding in Greenbelt, Maryland on Monday.