President Obama On Statehood For DC: 'I'm For It'
President Barack Obama says he supports statehood for the nation's capital.
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President Barack Obama says he supports statehood for the nation's capital.
-President Barack Obama is foregoing his usual round of weekend golf at a Washington suburban military base.
For the first time this Independence Day, one group of naturalized citizens said the "Pledge of Allegiance" as Americans.
For the second time in three weeks, President Barack Obama on Wednesday invited top economists to a private lunch at the White House, tapping a broad array of ideological views as he seeks to assemble an economic agenda for the remaining 30 months of his presidency.
Hours of brainstorming for a group of Baltimore City students end up with a trip to the White House this week. The invitation came because of a solar-powered science project.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, who is considering a White House bid in 2016, is headed to Iowa next month.
From the bungled rollout of "Obamacare" to New Jersey gridlock to the hue of John Boehner's tan, all was fair game for President Barack Obama and his spirited but pointed humor when he took center stage as comedian in chief.
Harry McAlpin was standing outside the Oval Office, moments away from becoming the first black reporter to attend a presidential news conference, when one of his contemporaries approached with a deal.
The White House says President Barack Obama has signed a disaster declaration for three counties in Maryland affected by a mid-February snowstorm.
A White House official says Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is resigning from the Obama administration.
A man sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting at the White House is appealing his sentence.
"Its the kind of game you like to see on opening day. Two ace starters kind of going toe to toe and it comes down one big hit."
An Idaho man who pleaded guilty to firing an assault rifle at the White House in 2011, striking the executive mansion more than half a dozen times, was sentenced Monday to 25 years in prison.
The privately held Corcoran Gallery of Art across the street from the White House is set to be taken over by George Washington University and the National Gallery of Art.
White House officials say President Barack Obama will visit the Washington suburbs of Prince George's County, Md. during the week following his State of the Union address.
The early colonial settlements along the Eastern seaboard, including Boston, Charleston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, DC, are among the best places for an historic vacation in the US.
This week, First Lady Michelle Obama hosted military families and their children for a special holiday celebration. Always a hit, the two first dogs made an appearance and an impression on one very cute little girl.
One of Baltimore's youth music groups gets a presidential nod. The sounds of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's OrchKids program have reached the White House.
An aggressive five-year digital upgrade is underway in Baltimore County schools. As a result the district's superintendent got an invitation to the White House.
Hoping to snag a glimpse of the inside of the White House, the first dog or even first lady Michelle Obama? Now may be your chance.
Students from West Virginia, Virginia and Maryland are going to the White House to meet First Lady Michelle Obama and help spread the word about healthy eating.
For the second time in less than six weeks, a landmark anti-war vigil has been removed from in front of the White House.
Some federal workers back on the job Thursday morning were getting a personal welcome from Vice President Joe Biden.
The family of a Connecticut woman, who was shot to death by police after trying to ram her vehicle through a White House barrier, plans to hold a funeral for her next week in Brooklyn.
The Obama administration, scrambling to tamp down a controversy over suspended death benefits for the families of fallen troops, announced Wednesday that a charity would pick up the costs of the payments during the government shutdown.
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.
Maryland continues to see cooler, drier weather leading into the Labor Day weekend.
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 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.
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.
Gorgeous weather continues to close the week and into the holiday weekend
A train and truck collided Tuesday at the same Baltimore County railroad crossing some have called dangerous after at least seven crashes since a devastating 2013 explosion.
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.
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.
Wee Chic in Maryland talks back-to-school clothing trends.
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