Journalists from The Baltimore Banner, WJZ's media partner, offer a behind-the-scenes look at their latest community-based reporting.
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Journalists from The Baltimore Banner, WJZ's media partner, offer a behind-the-scenes look at their latest community-based reporting.
Conversations among the Dali's two Maryland-based pilots and its foreign crew members portray an unremarkable beginning to the container ship's departure from Baltimore last year.
Federal prosecutors are closing in on criminal charges in the Key Bridge disaster and could take their case to a grand jury sometime in the new year, according to sources with knowledge of the case.
Under Armour's long-awaited move into a new global headquarters in South Baltimore will begin next week, President and CEO Kevin Plank told investors Thursday morning.
Maryland is delaying the release of election results across the state because voters are still waiting in line at several polling places in Montgomery and Prince George's counties, according to state elections administrator Jared DeMarinis.
A confidential memo from 2023 details how Baltimore could cut ties with the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts, according to our media partner at the Baltimore Banner.
City detectives investigating armed robberies and carjackings last year kept coming back to the same property in West Baltimore.
Survivors of clergy sexual abuse will have the opportunity to address the court during two upcoming hearings in the Archdiocese of Baltimore bankruptcy case, a judge ruled on Thursday.
Baltimore County prosecutors said theft totaled $29,000 and occurred between April 2022 and March 2023.
A federal judge agreed Thursday to early termination of former Baltimore Mayor Catherine E. Pugh's probation related to her conviction in the "Healthy Holly" scandal.
By many appearances, Sherita Golden was making an impact on equity issues at Johns Hopkins Medicine.
A report by the Baltimore Banner found that a wave of foreclosures impacted debt service coverage ratio, or DSCR, loans.
Leslie Gray Streeter's latest book, “Family & Other Calamities" is a book of fiction and will be released June 1st. She discusses her journey as an author on the show.
From pastries to cheese-less pizzas, here’s what to know about Doppio Pasticceria in Remington.
Christina Tkacik shares her piece on some of summer foods Baltimore's top local chefs are looking forward to cooking and eating now that the weather is warming up
Christina Tkacik shares her latest column on a new tropical themed restaurant in Remington.
Chris Franzoni joins the show to discuss his favorite outdoor dining options in the city now that the weather is warming up.
Orioles reporter Andy Kostka shares his piece on how the starting rotation struggle played a role in the beginning of the season slide.
The Baltimore Banner’s Chief Revenue Officer Sharon Nevins joins us to discuss the nonprofit’s second annual InnovateHer event, and the impact she hopes it has on the Baltimore community.
The new design for Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge is expected to be completed by the end of November.
Democrat Jared Littman is leading the Annapolis, Maryland, mayoral race, as Republican challenger Bob O'Shea conceded, with more than 2,600 mail-in ballots still to be counted.
Big temperature swings continue through the weekend into early next week. Expect showers Friday night and Sunday.
The Harford County Sheriff's Office collaborated with TV host Chris Hansen, known for his work on "To Catch a Predator," to arrest nine people allegedly trying to solicit sex from minors.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced more than $4.6 million in support programs for residents impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
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.
Marty Bass is at the Eastern Sanitary Landfill Solid Waste Management Facility in Maryland to learn about their bike recycling and pumpkin composting programs.
WJZ tours the “Amy Sherald: American Sublime” exhibit at the Baltimore Museum of Art.
WJZ visited Sho Nuf Turkey Farm in Maryland as they prepare for Thanksgiving.
Sport and Social in Maryland is holding Rise and Rally events for early morning football fans.
The Downtown Partnership of Baltimore talks about the period of transition in the city.
Craig Albernaz held his first news conference since being hired by the Baltimore Orioles.
Jake Paul's boxing match against lightweight champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis, a Baltimore native, was scrapped Monday, with Paul planning a different bout before the end of 2025.
The Baltimore Ravens have traded for edge rusher Dre'Mont Jones ahead of Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, the team announced.
Fernando Mendoza threw for a touchdown and ran for one, and No. 2 Indiana remained undefeated with a 55-10 rout of Maryland on Saturday.
The Eagles have acquired cornerback Jaire Alexander in a trade with the Baltimore Ravens.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
Two federal judges on Friday said the Trump administration must tap into contingency funds to make SNAP payments during the government shutdown.
Rulings by two federal judges eased pressure on SNAP benefits, although President Trump said payments are likely to be delayed.
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
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 company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
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 company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
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 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.
Blustery, cooler Thursday in Maryland
Cooler and breezy on Thursday in Maryland
Maryland will experience some warm weather on Wednesday before temperatures dip overnight into Thursday.
Big temperature swings continue through the weekend into early next week. Expect showers Friday night and Sunday.
Temperature whiplash, gusty winds this week in Maryland
Protest held in Baltimore County in response to county's agreement with ICE
Blustery, cooler Thursday in Maryland
Baltimore firefighters union says staffing shortages, drop in morale impacts emergency response
Baltimore Banner: Struggle of the Superblock's dwindling business district
Jared Littmann leads in unofficial Annapolis mayoral election results