Unemployment Unexpectedly Drops, But Full Recovery Not Imminent
The unemployment rate took a surprising drop, but while hope exists the road to recovery remains uncertain.
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The unemployment rate took a surprising drop, but while hope exists the road to recovery remains uncertain.
With COVID-19 forcing most schools to finish out the year remotely, some local colleges and universities are now saying they plan to reopen their campuses for the fall semester.
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit in which two former University of Maryland men's basketball players accused makers of the "Fortnite" video game of misappropriating a dance move that the ex-teammates popularized.
The virtual ceremony is the first part of a three-part commencement celebration to honor the graduating Class of 2020.
The research will study the safety, efficacy, and dosing of an experimental mRNA -based vaccine.
A Washington Post-University of Maryland poll released Tuesday shows a majority of Americans still don't feel comfortable dining out or visiting clothing stores amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Roy Lester, who sandwiched a disappointing three-year stint as Maryland's football coach between a highly successful career at the high school level, has died. He was 96.
A Maryland university is helping Facebook collect data for a real-time map that shows the prevalence of self-reported coronavirus symptoms around the country.
Three Maryland lawmakers announced Thursday nearly $90,000 in federal funding for the University of Maryland, College Park to conduct research related to the COVID-19 pandemic through the National Science Foundation.
The three-part plan includes a virtual commencement on May 22, complimentary tickets to a Maryland Football game on September 12 and the opportunity to be a part of the university's winter commencement ceremony on December 20.
The University of Maryland Police Department said the shooting happened inside a building in the 8700 block of Baltimore Avenue several blocks from campus.
Researchers have published a website showing which parts of the country are staying at home and practicing good social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many people are going out despite widespread stay-at-home orders amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to new research from the University of Maryland.
Staff, students and alumni of the University of Maryland School of Nursing have sewn hundreds of cloth masks for medical workers and now they're asking the community to join in the effort to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
UMD President Wallace Loh said the masks came from emergency stockpiles store 15-plus years ago.
All spring 2020 undergraduate and graduate courses will be graded as satisfactory/fail at the University of Maryland, College Park, unless the student elects otherwise.
The University of Maryland College Park Sunday confirmed a fourth COVID-19 case involving its campus community.
The University of Maryland announced Saturday that a part-time contract worker has tested positive for the coronavirus.
A University of Maryland student studying abroad during the spring semester has tested positive for coronavirus.
This comes after the NBA canceled the entire remainder of its season.
Several universities in Maryland are making changes on campus due to coronavirus concerns -- some even switching to online classes.
University of Maryland sophomore forward Jalen Smith is one of ten semifinalists for the 2020 Citizen Naismith Trophy for Men's Player of the Year.
As coronavirus concerns grow worldwide, colleges in Maryland are thinking about their students studying abroad- with many of them being called home to the U.S.
Police have arrested and charged a University of Maryland, College Park student who allegedly sent anti-Semitic text messages to another student on campus.
A University of Maryland College Park graduate with a severe case of Celiac Disease said poorly trained workers in the dining hall repeatedly served her food with gluten that incapacitated her, even sending her to the hospital.
The owner of a Baltimore-area pet crematorium has been charged with allegedly scamming pet owners by giving them sand or concrete instead of their pets' ashes.
More than 100 dogs and puppies were rescued from "filthy" conditions at a large-scale puppy mill in Harford County, according to the Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States.
A busy stretch of Fort Smallwood Road in Pasadena, Maryland, in Anne Arundel County, is finally getting long-awaited safety upgrades.
The Archbishop of Baltimore called for prayers and an end to gun violence in the aftermath of a shooting that left two children dead and 17 others injured at a Catholic school in Minnesota.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a four-year, $100.4 million extension with star safety Kyle Hamilton.
The owner of a Baltimore-area pet crematorium has been charged with allegedly scamming pet owners by giving them sand or concrete instead of their pets' ashes.
A lawyer for Kilmar Abrego Garcia said he has asked a judge to reopen his immigration proceedings and is seeking asylum in the United States.
The Archbishop of Baltimore called for prayers and an end to gun violence in the aftermath of a shooting that left two children dead and 17 others injured at a Catholic school in Minnesota.
A man was arrested in New York after injuring a Harford County Sheriff's deputy in a chase involving a rented truck, Sheriff Jeff Gahler said.
More than 100 dogs and puppies were rescued from "filthy" conditions at a large-scale puppy mill in Harford County, according to the Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States.
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.
Superstar Taylor Swift announced her engagement to pro-football player Travis Kelce in an Instagram post.
WJZ meets the father-daughter duo behind Maryland’s Red Run Apparel and Gifts store.
National Dog Day is on August 26 in the U.S., and this year, WJZ is celebrating with furry friends from across Maryland.
Wee Chic in Maryland talks back-to-school clothing trends.
Melanie Kerr, owner and executive chef of Chauncey's, joins WJZ in studio to explain her journey to becoming one of Baltimore's leaders in culinary excellence.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a four-year, $100.4 million extension with star safety Kyle Hamilton.
Lucas Giolito allowed four hits in eight innings, Trevor Story and David Hamilton both homered, and the Boston Red Sox blanked the Baltimore Orioles 5-0 on Tuesday night.
Although the Orioles lost 5-0 to the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday, Kyle Bradish struck out 10 in six innings in an impressive return from Tommy John surgery.
The Baltimore Ravens trimmed their roster to 53 with the first game less than two weeks away.
The Baltimore Orioles will open the 2026 season with a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Camden Yards, the team announced as next year's schedule was released on Tuesday.
A lawyer for Kilmar Abrego Garcia said he has asked a judge to reopen his immigration proceedings and is seeking asylum in the United States.
A federal judge threw out the Trump administration's challenge to a standing order issued by a U.S. district court in Maryland.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was taken into custody Monday by immigration authorities and the Department of Homeland Security said he is being processed for deportation to Uganda.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said President Trump's rhetoric on crime is "purely performative" as the president offered to send troops to Baltimore amid a broader push to crack down on crime.
The Trump administration may try to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda days after he was released from pre-trial detention, according to a DHS official.
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.
Beautiful stretch of Maryland weather will last a bit longer
More nice weather heading into the weekend in Maryland
Maryland continues to see cooler, drier weather leading into the Labor Day weekend.
Maryland continues to see high pollen levels on Wednesday during seasonably cool weather.
Enjoyable weather is expected into the holiday weekend.
6-year-olds dropped off next to busy Anne Arundel County highway, parents say
Beautiful stretch of Maryland weather will last a bit longer
Busy stretch of road in Anne Arundel County gets long-awaited safety improvements
Baltimore lost $800,000 in vendor payment fraud scheme, inspector general finds
Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton signs massive extension