Maryland Settles Federal Lawsuit By Blind Inmates For $1.4M
The state of Maryland has settled for $1.4 million a federal lawsuit filed by blind current and former inmates alleging discrimination.
Watch CBS News
The state of Maryland has settled for $1.4 million a federal lawsuit filed by blind current and former inmates alleging discrimination.
This is the first time the Mega Millions Jackpot is more than $500 million since last October's record-breaking $1.5 billion mark.
A Maryland lawmaker who delivered his newborn baby at home after his wife went into labor has now decided on his daughter's name.
Family, friends and colleagues remembered Davon McKenzie at the Spirit of Faith Christian Center in Brandywine.
They added that customers should immediately stop using the product and return the recalled cable for their full refund.
Police believe she may be with another missing 17-year-old teen from Anne Arundel County, Janeya Brown.
Chopper 13 is over Franklin Middle School where the building "on alert" as a caution.
In May 2019, state police gathered information that connected Cooley, a known Bloods gang member, to supplying illicit drugs in Brooklyn Homes in Baltimore and Brooklyn Park in Anne Arundel County.
The man told TSA officials he usually carries the gun for work, but forgot he had his loaded gun with him.
The program is free of charge and does not require any applications or registration.
Officers searched the area but could not find the suspects. All the men were described to be 18 to 25-years-old, wearing dark clothing.
A Frederick man is arrested after a search and seizure warrant led to police finding 26 grams of cocaine, 3 grams of marijuana and cash.
Maryland congressional delegation members say when it comes to the ransomware attack on Baltimore, they want to know, "who" and "how."
Baltimore city officials have identified the DPW worker who was found dead after falling into a Baltimore wastewater treatment vat of water as Trina Cunningham.
Ashkenazy bought Harborplace in 2012, now hallways are mostly empty, vacancies are common and you can see the disrepair. Recent departures include Urban Outfitters, M&S Grill, Five Guys and the Fudgery.
All but a dozen of the 115 Baltimore police patrol cars held for an investigation of claims that a woman was sexually assaulted that may involve a police officer in the department have been returned to the street, Baltimore police spokesperson Nicole Monroe confirmed Wednesday evening.
Fire officials are still investigating the cause of the fire and where it started in the structure.
Police charged Michael Joseph Grossman, 49, with first and second-degree murder in the June 2 killing of Kenneth Gene Linton, a 57-year-old man with no fixed address.
Police responded Monday night at around 10:10 p.m. to the couple's home for a welfare check.
Drue Jones, 60, a career firefighter assigned to the Vigilant Hose Company, was pronounced dead earlier Tuesday morning after a search and rescue mission.
Fire crews battled a two-alarm fire in Howard County earlier Tuesday afternoon.
Officers are investigating a robbery at the Meade Middle School parking lot in Ft. Meade later Monday night.
Six adults and six children have been displaced from the fire and are being assisted by the Red Cross.
Three men are injured after two separate overnight shootings into Tuesday morning.
A 10-year-old girl named Ailea Brown has been missing since May 25.
Baltimore police say it is aware of a viral video that shows a bouncer outside of a Federal Hill establishment putting someone in a chokehold after an argument.
More than 30 women whose lives have been impacted by cancer were invited to M&T Bank Stadium in downtown Baltimore on Monday for a day of pampering in the locker room.
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.
Some Baltimore educators are stunned at the arrest of Dr. Ian Roberts, who was a teacher and principal in city schools for almost eight years in the early 2000s.
The Greene Turtle in Towson could be closing in the aftermath of Thirsty Thursday chaos, which led to the Baltimore County Liquor Board taking away the bar's liquor license on Thursdays and issuing a fine for serving a minor.
Some Baltimore educators are stunned at the arrest of Dr. Ian Roberts, who was a teacher and principal in city schools for almost eight years in the early 2000s.
In some of Maryland's Eastern Shore communities, getting access to medicine can be a challenge. A drone program aims to overcome that.
A Maryland woman was arrested after she was caught on camera breaking into multiple homes in Anne Arundel and Howard counties, according to law enforcement officials.
Baltimore police say it is aware of a viral video that shows a bouncer outside of a Federal Hill establishment putting someone in a chokehold after an argument.
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.
All animals must first go through quarantine before being introduced to the population at the National Aquarium in Baltimore.
WJZ gets in the Halloween spirit with a visit to Creepywoods Haunted Forest in White Marsh, Maryland.
The Galbani Italian Festival kicks off in Aberdeen, Maryland, on Friday, Sept. 26.
WJZ visits Weber's Cider Mill Farm in Parkville to hear about their fall offerings.
Marty Bass checks out the Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt exhibit at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore.
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.
An hour before his final game as Orioles interim manager, Tony Mansolino sounded as if he didn't know whether he would remain with Baltimore next year.
The Baltimore Ravens were roughed up Sunday afternoon, losing to the Kansas City Chiefs, 37-20, at Arrowhead Stadium.
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.
The Trump administration told Kilmar Abrego Garcia on Friday it is now seeking to deport him to the tiny African kingdom of Eswatini, according to an email obtained by CBS News.
The number of states at least entertaining a redistricting effort is continuing to grow.
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.
Cooldown in Maryland expected midweek
Fall-feel to visit Maryland this week
Fall cooldown expected midweek in Maryland
Tropical Storm Imelda is causing cloudy weather in Maryland. A cool down is expected mid week.
Tropical Storm Imelda will bring thick clouds to Baltimore through Tuesday, with sunshine and cooler weather expected mid-week.
Cooldown in Maryland expected midweek
Baltimore police investigating after viral video of bouncer putting man in chokehold in Federal Hill
2 elderly dead in apparent murder-suicide in Baltimore County, police say
Towson Greene Turtle barred from serving alcohol on Thursdays after rowdy scenes
This week on Purple Connection, WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze, Grace Grill, Tim Barbalace, and Cordell Woodland debate whether Lamar Jackson quit on his team or if fans are overreacting. They also discuss Nnamdi Madubuike's season-ending neck injury and what needs to change in Baltimore before the season slips away. #BaltimoreRavens #RavensFlock @LamarJackson #johnharbaugh