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Video shows arrest of suspect in Maryland mom Rachel Morin's murder Victor Martinez Hernandez was taken into custody in June at a bar in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 22H ago

Baltimore police "playing with fire" over severe shortage of officers, judge warns Baltimore police continue to lose officers despite major incentives to recruit and retain them, and that is the top concern of the judge overseeing reforms in the department. Aug 15

Maryland Weather: Alert Days this weekend for severe storms Your WJZ First Alert Weather Team has issued Alert Days Saturday and Sunday for possible strong to severe storms.. 1H ago

'Baby K', teen who attemped shooting on Prince George's school bus to be sentenced Friday A teen who pleaded guilty to pulling a gun on a 14-year-old boy on a school bus in Prince George's County will be sentenced today. 14H ago

American ballerina with Maryland ties gets 12-year Russian prison sentence for treason Russian/American dual citizen Ksenia Karelina, a ballerina who has ties to Maryland, was handed a 12-year prison sentence for treason in Russia. Aug 15

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WJZ At 9 Big Bounce America inflatable event is coming to South Baltimore starting August 17th Marty Bass is live in Middle Branch Park bouncing around with Big Bounce America. 11H ago 02:53

Cooling down with Quinn's Ice | Food Truck Friday Owners KaTrina Jones and Montrae Jones join us to share some of their delicious sundaes and milkshakes. 12H ago 03:19

The Blonka Movement 4:44 Financial Literacy World Tour Blonka Mack stops by to talk about her 4:44 Financial Literacy World Tour, the Book Of Keyz College readiness book, and how she is making a difference in Baltimore. Aug 15 04:39

Preparing to head back to school: what you should know Dr. Christina Brown talks about local back to school events, why childhood vaccinations are important, and other health tips as children return to school. Aug 14 02:42

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Howard County native strives to make Ravens roster as undrafted rookie Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie. 2M ago

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker ready to "come back with three points" every time out Tucker made 32-of-37 field goals last season. Four of those misses were from 50-plus and the other was from 40-plus. He has a career 90.2 field goal percentage. 11H ago

Eflin, Henderson, Mullins lead Baltimore Orioles to 5-1 win over Boston Zach Eflin pitched six impressive innings to improve to 4-0 since joining the Orioles, and Gunnar Henderson and Cedric Mullins homered in Baltimore's 5-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night. Aug 15

Baltimore Orioles play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown agrees to extension with MASN Baltimore Orioles fans will get to listen to Kevin Brown's play-by-play on the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network for years to come. Aug 15

Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson hits 30th home run in 4-1 win over Washington Gunnar Henderson hit a two-run homer in the first, Dean Kremer stopped a four-start losing streak and the Baltimore Orioles salvaged a split of their two-game series against Washington with a 4-1 victory Wednesday night. Aug 14

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Biden praises Harris in first joint event, saying she will make "one hell of a president" President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris appeared together to announce lower costs on 10 prescription drugs for Medicare recipients. Aug 15

Where does Tim Walz stand on guns and gun control? Here's his record. Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz once had an "A" rating from the NRA. Now, he has an "F." Here's what he's said about his views on gun laws. Aug 7

Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her VP running mate Kamala Harris has selected Tim Walz, the popular two-term governor of Minnesota, as her VP running mate, selecting a Midwestern Democrat to join her on the ticket. Aug 6

Kamala Harris campaign expected to announce VP running mate Tuesday morning Harris is expected to campaign with her newly announced running mate in battleground states on Tuesday. Aug 6

Harris interviewing running mate contenders today Harris plans to campaign with her running mate in battlegrounds states this week. Aug 4

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Howard County native strives to make Ravens roster as undrafted rookie Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie. 2M ago

Slain Baltimore rapper "President Davo" honored with mural, vegetable garden Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor. Aug 11

Katie Pumphrey, Maryland native, conquers 20-mile swimathon off the coast of Los Angeles A month after completing a 24-mile swim from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Katie Pumphrey took on another swimathon. Jul 29

Morgan State University's marching band the first HBCU to perform at D-Day Anniversary Parade in Normandy Morgan State University's Magnificent Marching Machine will appear on the world stage Friday, performing in Normandy, France on the 80th Anniversary and Commemoration of D-Day. Jun 8

AVAM's Kinetic Sculpture Race is this weekend. Here's what to know, including road closures The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race. May 1

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West Baltimore Giant shutting down, turning Edmondson Village into a food desert 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. May 17

Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination 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. May 15

Marijuana reclassification would give Maryland's cannabis industry a major tax cut The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids May 8

Maryland Food Bank sees 20% jump in distribution from pre-pandemic as grocery prices remain high The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times. Mar 21

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Baltimore Tech Hub skipped for millions in federal funding, will reapply in second round 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. Jul 2

Primanti Bros. opening restaurant in Baltimore area Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring. Jan 16

CVS closing dozens of its Target pharmacies in 2024 CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties. Jan 12

Raising Cane's opens Columbia location, 5th in Maryland The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center. Nov 7, 2023

Baltimore County executive vetoes amendments to plastic bag ban The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February. Oct 26, 2023

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Whooping cough is spreading nationwide. Here's what to know. Officials have been warning of a return to the pre-pandemic trends of pertussis, also known as whooping cough. Aug 14

Harry and Meghan launch initiative to address dangers of online harm The Duke and duch*ess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation. Aug 4

Deadly multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, CDC says A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters. Jul 23

Can you reverse your "sleep debt" with naps? A Baltimore doctor weighs in Can you recover from 'sleep debt' and "make it up" later? Cardiologist Dr. Carlos Ince from Mercy Medical Center weighs in. Jul 15

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Greg Kihn, rock musician and longtime Bay Area DJ, dead at 75 Rock musician Greg Kihn, best known for his 1980s hits "Jeopardy" and "The Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)" and his long-running radio show in the Bay Area, has died at the age of 75, according to his management. 19H ago

"Big Brother" unveils new houseguests for season 26, premiering July 17 "Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest. Jul 16

Richard Simmons, fitness guru, dies at age 76 Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos. Jul 13

Baby chimp born at the Maryland Zoo to be named by the public A female chimp was born last month at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, the zoo said Tuesday, and the public will be able to name it. Jul 9

Paramount Global to merge with Skydance Media Paramount Global, the owner of Paramount Pictures and CBS, will merge with a media company founded by David Ellison. Jul 8

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Weather After a seasonably hot Friday with high temperatures near 90°, we are looking at a warm and muggy e First Alert Meteorologist Steve Sosna has your Friday evening forecast | 08/16/2024 2H ago 01:36

Hot and sunny Friday ahead, rain expected at night Hot temperatures in the 90s expected Friday, clouds start to move in mid-day to early afternoon. 14H ago 02:40

Friday will be another hot day in Maryland Friday will be another hot day in Maryland 22H ago 03:26

Hot Friday in Maryland with storm chances this weekend Hot Friday in Maryland with storm chances this weekend Aug 15 03:09