Dangerous heat wave impacting Maryland through Wednesday
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8 people injured in separate quadruple shootings in west Baltimore
Two quadruple shootings were reported in West Baltimore in one night, according to police.
Baltimore police share body cam video after fatal shooting of local arabber
Baltimore Police released body-worn camera footage that showed a well-known arabber who was shot and killed by police.
Amtrak passengers safe after train stuck in tunnel near Baltimore
Dozens of Amtrak passengers are safe after a train got stuck in a tunnel without power north of Baltimore during a heat wave in Maryland.
PJM monitoring Maryland electrical grid amid extreme summer heat
PJM is working with transmission and generation owners to monitor Maryland's electrical grid condition during extreme summer heat.
Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release, but ICE likely to detain him
The judge acknowledged in her ruling that determining whether Abrego Garcia should be released is "little more than an academic exercise" because ICE will likely detain him.
R&B icon Patti LaBelle steals the show on the final day of Baltimore's AFRAM
R&B icon Patti LaBelle, known as the "Godmother of Soul," brought the energy to Baltimore's AFRAM Festival as the headliner on Sunday.
Baltimore under code red heat alert through Thursday
A code red extreme heat alert has been declared for Baltimore City as near triple-digit heat and elevated humidity levels are expected in Maryland.
Baltimore man raises concerns after BGE leaves debris in yard after repairs
A Baltimore man said his backyard was turned into a mess after a visit from Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE).
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New transcript reveals frantic scene aboard Dali before Key Bridge collapse
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.
Maryland could face billions in lawsuits related to 2024 Key Bridge collapse
Maryland could be facing billions of dollars in new lawsuits related to the 2024 Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore.
Maryland leaders reflect a year after Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse: "We will rebuild"
A year after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, Maryland leaders are remembering the day that rocked the region.
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Bats come alive late, Yankees take rubber game against Orioles
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a go-ahead, two-run double during a three-run eighth inning, leading the Yankees over the Orioles 4-2 Sunday.
Schmidt pitches 7 hitless innings in Yankees 1-hitter, 9-0 rout of Orioles
JT Brubaker gave up a single to Gary Sánchez to open the eighth for the Orioles' only hit.
Urías spoils Weaver's return as Orioles top Yankees 5-3
Weaver (1-2) returned from missing 17 games with a strained left hamstring and gave up his third homer this season.
Are the 2025 Baltimore Ravens the most talented team in franchise history?
Since football returned to Baltimore 30 years ago, the Ravens have won the Super Bowl twice.
Former Baltimore Ravens linebacker C.J. Mosley announces retirement after 11 years in NFL
A five-time Pro Bowl selection during an 11-year NFL career with the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens, Mosley announced Thursday, his 33rd birthday, that he's retiring.
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Where's Marty: Hubert Simmons Museum of Negro League Baseball discusses history of Larry Doby
Marty Bass is at the Hubert Simmons Museum of Negro League Baseball to learn about the history of Larry Doby.
Around Town: Baltimore's Reginald F. Lewis Museum celebrates Juneteenth
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore is celebrating Juneteenth and educating visitors on the significance of the holiday.
Around Town: Baltimore pottery shop teaches visitors to make art from clay
ANG Pottery in Baltimore, Maryland, teaches visitors how to make art from clay.
13,000-year-old quarry excavated at Baltimore-area church
Did you know that the Maryland State Highway Department and the State itself have archaeologists working for them? Why the SHA? Easy. During initial construction work on highways, a lot of earth is moved, and sometimes historical artifacts are uncovered. That was the case in Greenspring Valley not too long ago. This morning, a state archeologist showed us items the team found in what is believed to have been a small quarry that date back to just after the last Ice Age. Really.
Where's Marty: Checking out the work of Baltimore-based artist Tony Shore
“Inviting Light” is a Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge winner. Eight cities in America were chosen to receive $1,000,000 to pay for commissioned and installed artwork designed to enhance urban areas. Baltimore was one of the grant recipients for the “Inviting Light” project. So far, three out of five parts of our winning concept have been activated, and today we were along North Charles Street (just South of North Avenue) to view Tony Shore’s wall, an interactive painting called “Aurora.” It is the entire front of the old Gatsby’s nightclub. Look for it as you drive North on Charles, on the right, just past the Charles Theater.
Around Town: Cosmetic chemist at The Formulation Bar offers custom lip gloss experience
The Formulation Bar in Maryland offers a custom lip gloss experience.
Where's Kaicey: Maryland's Roseda Farms discusses how to find the perfect cut of beef for Father's D
Kaicey Baylor is at Roseda Farms in Baltimore County to discuss how to find the perfect cut of beef for Father's Day weekend.
Around Town: Baltimore's Sagamore Distillery talks spirits, tours and Father's Day weekend
The Sagamore Distillery in Baltimore talks about spirits, tours and Father's Day weekend.
Where's Marty: Little Free Library brings books to Baltimore park
Little Free Library brings books to communities across the nation, including at Roland Park in Baltimore.
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Extreme heat expected to continue Tuesday amid heat wave in Maryland
Extreme heat is expected in Maryland Tuesday as much of the East Coast experiences a heat wave.
Baltimore Mayor Scott signs $4.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott signed a $4.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026. The budget includes more than $1 billion for public safety as well as investments into services for migrant communities.
President Trump says Israel, Iran agree to ceasefire after 12 days of strikes
President Trump said Monday that Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire after 12 days of back-and-forth airstrikes.
Amtrak passengers frustrated after train gets stuck in tunnel near Baltimore during heat wave in Mar
Amtrak passengers shared their frustration after a train got stuck in a tunnel near Baltimore for about an hour amid a heat wave in Maryland. The train lost power and some passengers said the train cars quickly began to heat up.
BGE offers customers discounts to conserve energy amid heat wave in Maryland
Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) is offering customers a discount to conserve energy between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday as a heat wave sends feels like temperatures into the triple digits in Maryland.
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Dangerous heat wave impacting Maryland through Wednesday
The WJZ First Alert Weather Team continues First Alert Weather Days for dangerous heat through Wednesday.
8 people injured in separate quadruple shootings in west Baltimore
Two quadruple shootings were reported in West Baltimore in one night, according to police.
Baltimore police share body cam video after fatal shooting of local arabber
Baltimore Police released body-worn camera footage that showed a well-known arabber who was shot and killed by police.
Amtrak passengers safe after train stuck in tunnel near Baltimore
Dozens of Amtrak passengers are safe after a train got stuck in a tunnel without power north of Baltimore during a heat wave in Maryland.
PJM monitoring Maryland electrical grid amid extreme summer heat
PJM is working with transmission and generation owners to monitor Maryland's electrical grid condition during extreme summer heat.
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Drought conditions improve across Maryland after wet weather
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
CVS agrees to pay $45 million to Baltimore for its role in opioid epidemic
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.
Maryland hospitals take preventative measures, courts close over Microsoft outage
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.
BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
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.
Medicaid, childcare get support in Maryland with $148M in state spending reductions
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
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Where's Marty: Hubert Simmons Museum of Negro League Baseball discusses history of Larry Doby
Marty Bass is at the Hubert Simmons Museum of Negro League Baseball to learn about the history of Larry Doby.
Around Town: Baltimore's Reginald F. Lewis Museum celebrates Juneteenth
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore is celebrating Juneteenth and educating visitors on the significance of the holiday.
Around Town: Baltimore pottery shop teaches visitors to make art from clay
ANG Pottery in Baltimore, Maryland, teaches visitors how to make art from clay.
13,000-year-old quarry excavated at Baltimore-area church
Did you know that the Maryland State Highway Department and the State itself have archaeologists working for them? Why the SHA? Easy. During initial construction work on highways, a lot of earth is moved, and sometimes historical artifacts are uncovered. That was the case in Greenspring Valley not too long ago. This morning, a state archeologist showed us items the team found in what is believed to have been a small quarry that date back to just after the last Ice Age. Really.
Where's Marty: Checking out the work of Baltimore-based artist Tony Shore
“Inviting Light” is a Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge winner. Eight cities in America were chosen to receive $1,000,000 to pay for commissioned and installed artwork designed to enhance urban areas. Baltimore was one of the grant recipients for the “Inviting Light” project. So far, three out of five parts of our winning concept have been activated, and today we were along North Charles Street (just South of North Avenue) to view Tony Shore’s wall, an interactive painting called “Aurora.” It is the entire front of the old Gatsby’s nightclub. Look for it as you drive North on Charles, on the right, just past the Charles Theater.
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Bats come alive late, Yankees take rubber game against Orioles
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a go-ahead, two-run double during a three-run eighth inning, leading the Yankees over the Orioles 4-2 Sunday.
Schmidt pitches 7 hitless innings in Yankees 1-hitter, 9-0 rout of Orioles
JT Brubaker gave up a single to Gary Sánchez to open the eighth for the Orioles' only hit.
Urías spoils Weaver's return as Orioles top Yankees 5-3
Weaver (1-2) returned from missing 17 games with a strained left hamstring and gave up his third homer this season.
Are the 2025 Baltimore Ravens the most talented team in franchise history?
Since football returned to Baltimore 30 years ago, the Ravens have won the Super Bowl twice.
Former Baltimore Ravens linebacker C.J. Mosley announces retirement after 11 years in NFL
A five-time Pro Bowl selection during an 11-year NFL career with the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens, Mosley announced Thursday, his 33rd birthday, that he's retiring.
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Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release, but ICE likely to detain him
The judge acknowledged in her ruling that determining whether Abrego Garcia should be released is "little more than an academic exercise" because ICE will likely detain him.
Trump military parade marks Army's 250th birthday in Washington, D.C.
President Trump delivered remarks at the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and Celebration, an event he envisioned.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia pleads not guilty to human trafficking charges in Tennessee
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported in error and returned to the U.S. last week, appeared in court to face human trafficking charges in Nashville.
Lawyer: Abrego Garcia defending "constitutional protections for all of us"
The case could mark a turning point for due process rights in the U.S., Kilmar Abrego Garcia's attorney says.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia brought back to U.S. to face human smuggling charges
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was wrongly deported to El Salvador in March, has been indicted and brought back to the U.S.
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How a Maryland family has committed to preventing sexual violence before it begins
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Top high school culinary superstars face-off in Baltimore at national cook-off competition
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Baltimore's first Black- and women-owned bodega opens in Fells Point
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.
Annual IBIM Girls workshop connects young women with creative career opportunities
'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.
Did you know there's a place where you can get free groceries in Baltimore City?
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.
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Gas stations in Maryland must post cash and credit prices, aiming to end "bait & switch" signage
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
BWI flights canceled, delayed; Maryland issues partial state of emergency over Microsoft outage
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.
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.
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.
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
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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.
Primanti Bros. opening restaurant in Baltimore area
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
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.
Baltimore County executive vetoes amendments to plastic bag ban
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
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Listeria outbreak linked to recalled shakes now blamed for 12 deaths
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Doctors warn Dundalk residents to take precautions as recycling plant fire continues to smolder
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities
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.
McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
CDC: McDonald's Quarter Pounders linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
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AFRAM Baltimore 2025 performance lineup and set times
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Kermit the Frog previews his commencement speech
Kermit the Frog is set to speak at Muppets creator Jim Henson's alma mater.
Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Fans of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay euphoric over filming at Maryland restaurant
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, soul singer behind hit "Wish I Didn't Miss You," dies in crash
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
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Extreme heat expected to continue Tuesday amid heat wave in Maryland
Extreme heat is expected in Maryland Tuesday as much of the East Coast experiences a heat wave.
Extreme heat in Maryland prompts Alert Days through Wednesday
A heat wave is bringing extremely high temperatures and elevated humidity to Maryland through Wednesday, June 25.
Alert Day in effect for dangerous heat throughout the region
It will feel as hot as 110° at times across central Maryland this week.
Dangerous heat wave in Maryland expected to continue through Wednesday
A heat wave in Maryland is sending temperatures to triple digits.
Dangerous heat expected through Wednesday in Maryland
Extreme heat arrives in Maryland this week. By noon Monday, temps are expected to be in the 90s.
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Extreme heat expected to continue Tuesday amid heat wave in Maryland
Extreme heat is expected in Maryland Tuesday as much of the East Coast experiences a heat wave.
Baltimore Mayor Scott signs $4.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott signed a $4.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026. The budget includes more than $1 billion for public safety as well as investments into services for migrant communities.
President Trump says Israel, Iran agree to ceasefire after 12 days of strikes
President Trump said Monday that Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire after 12 days of back-and-forth airstrikes.
Amtrak passengers frustrated after train gets stuck in tunnel near Baltimore during heat wave in Mar
Amtrak passengers shared their frustration after a train got stuck in a tunnel near Baltimore for about an hour amid a heat wave in Maryland. The train lost power and some passengers said the train cars quickly began to heat up.
BGE offers customers discounts to conserve energy amid heat wave in Maryland
Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) is offering customers a discount to conserve energy between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday as a heat wave sends feels like temperatures into the triple digits in Maryland.