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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman issued a statement Thursday criticizing a mass text sent to parents that he said contained "disinformation about the status of masks" in public schools.
The work zone driver is being held without bond at the Anne Arundel County Detention Center, pending an initial appearance.
A driver was arrested Tuesday night on suspicion of driving under the influence and manslaughter after he struck and killed a road worker in Anne Arundel County, authorities said.
One person was hurt and several cars were struck Sunday night in a shooting in Severn, authorities said.
A 23-year-old McDonald's employee was shot and killed Friday morning inside a Gambrills location of the fast food restaurant
Police said the woman was stopped in the shoulder due to a flat tire.
The free adoption includes a spay or neuter surgery, distemper and rabies vaccinations, deworming and a microchip.
"Bowen's death has had an enormous impact on many, but nowhere has that impact been more massive than on his beloved family," school administrators said.
Two people were hurt, one of them with life-threatening injuries, in a shipping container explosion Wednesday in Anne Arundel County.
"There is no evidence that weather conditions or pilot error were causal or contributing factors to the mishap," the command investigation concluded.
John Flaherty, Mineta's former chief of staff, said Mineta died peacefully at his home surrounded by family in Edgewater, Maryland.
Fire officials said they are working to rescue the driver, whose condition is unknown at this time.
A 16-year-old is recovering after he was stabbed Wednesday evening in Glen Burnie, authorities said.
The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved more than $5.2 million to turn a historically Black beach on the Chesapeake Bay into a public city park.
Anne Arundel County Police said there may be local victims and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Comedian Dave Chappelle will perform two nights of stand-up this June to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Live! Casino and Hotel in Hanover.
The crash happened shortly before 3 p.m. at MD 24 Southbound at MD 7, police said.
The service member, Lt. j.g. Aaron Fowler, became unresponsive during the training event and was pronounced dead at the hospital. He was 29 years old.
A large oak tree toppled over onto an Annapolis home Monday night, killing a man inside and sending a woman to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, authorities said.
A Linthicum Heights woman has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her mother, Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Anne Colt Leitess announced Tuesday.
Tickets are available for advance purchase and online only on the Annapolis Boat Shows website.
A 56-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Annapolis on Thursday evening, police said.
A senior woman who was pulled from a house fire Monday in Severn has died, authorities said Thursday.
A 20-year-old Owings Mills man is charged with reckless endangerment and first-degree assault in the incident.
The victim was airlifted to an area hospital. Police said at the time of transport, he was listed in stable condition.
Jordan Westburg hit a three-run homer among four hits with a career-best five RBIs and Dean Kremer pitched seven sharp innings to give the Baltimore Orioles a 12-0 win over the Houston Astros on Sunday.
Cooper Rush threw a touchdown pass and a pick-6 in his return to AT&T Stadium, and rookie Tyler Loop kicked five field goals as the Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys 31-13 in a preseason game on Saturday night.
Maryland has recorded 29 heat-related deaths this year, the state's most in more than a decade.
The Walmart Supercenter in Fallston, Maryland, held its community back-to-school supply drive on Sunday afternoon to support local schools and their families.
Maryland education and tech professionals are weighing in as this Question Everything asks, "How is AI and new technology shaping the future of education?"
A Maryland pastor returned home almost a month after he was detained by ICE agents who said he overstayed his visa by 25 years.
A Maryland man who fatally stabbed a 14-year-old acted in self-defense while being attacked by a group of people linked to a local gang, according to the county state's attorney's office.
Storms remain hit-or-miss through sunset, before the forecast dries up.
Two U.S. Navy ships in Baltimore's Locust Point community have neighbors buzzing about how loud they are.
Maryland has recorded 29 heat-related deaths this year, the state's most in more than a decade.
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.
The B’More Sup Cup Race is returning to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor this weekend.
Wes Case with the Baltimore Banner explains how an Uber driver helped Jeezy get to a Baltimore concert on time.
TNA Wrestling is holding exclusive events in Baltimore this week.
WJZ visits Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming in Baltimore to learn about how they pamper pets.
WJZ visits The League, a Maryland wellness center that focuses on people with disabilities.
Jordan Westburg hit a three-run homer among four hits with a career-best five RBIs and Dean Kremer pitched seven sharp innings to give the Baltimore Orioles a 12-0 win over the Houston Astros on Sunday.
Cooper Rush threw a touchdown pass and a pick-6 in his return to AT&T Stadium, and rookie Tyler Loop kicked five field goals as the Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys 31-13 in a preseason game on Saturday night.
Rookie Tomoyuki Sugano earned his 10th victory by working 5 1/3 sharp innings before a lengthy rain delay, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Seattle Mariners 5-3 on Thursday.
Jackson Holliday hit a game-ending double, and the Baltimore Orioles snapped Seattle's eight-game win streak with a 4-3 victory over the Mariners on Wednesday night.
The Jonas Brothers were "burnin' up' on a Baltimore County golf course on Wednesday, mingling with fans and trying not to slice their drive too badly.
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.
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."
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.
A dozen congressional Democrats are suing the Trump administration for limiting access to ICE detention facilities.
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.
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.
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.
Kermit the Frog is set to speak at Muppets creator Jim Henson's alma mater.
First Alert Meteorologist Rachael Jay has your updated forecast | August 17, 2025
Plan on hotter weather on Sunday afternoon, with only spotty showers and storms.
Maryland will see some spotty storms this weekend amid hot and humid weather.
Plan on a hotter weather on Sunday afternoon in Maryland, with only spotty showers and storms.
Saturday and Sunday will feature a brief stretch of high pressure over the state, meaning generally dry conditions with just a slim chance of an isolated mountain shower. Temperatures will be very summerlike.
First Alert Meteorologist Rachael Jay has your updated forecast | August 17, 2025
Your Sunday morning news round up | August 17, 2025
Plan on hotter weather on Sunday afternoon, with only spotty showers and storms.
A Georgia family got an up-close look at a shooting star after a meteorite crashed through their roof.
The fifth annual Stuff the Backpack Drive in Columbia, Maryland, brought in nearly 5,000 backpacks.