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Michelle Obama's campaign against childhood obesity moved a step forward Wednesday with the announcement that Wal-Mart and other retailers plan to open or expand 1,500 stores in areas without broad access to fresh fruit, vegetables and other healthy foods over the next few years.
Despite Tuesday's brief storm, the heat is making it nearly unbearable outside---and it's only going to get worse.
Johns Hopkins Hospital is again the top of the class. The facility was named the number one hospital by the US News and World Report for the 21st year in a row.
There's another debate brewing across the country. It's a debate over a new study that says kids are safer in the car when a grandparent is driving, rather than their own parents.
John Mackey, number 88, was a game changer both on and off the field.
Baby boomers say their biggest health fear is cancer. Given their waistlines, heart disease and diabetes should be atop that list, too.
Seven people will get organs from a 17-year-old girl fatally injured while crossing a highway in Maryland.
A program beginning next month will provide free multivitamins to elementary school children in Wicomico County.
Research from the Food and Drug Administration shows one in five women with silicone breast implants will need to have them removed within 10 years after surgery.
If you've ever fallen asleep at the wheel you know how dangerous it can be. In recent months it's even happened to some air traffic controllers. A Baltimore man may have the answer to what seems to be a growing problem.
A poor black woman whose tumor cells helped scientists make advances in cancer treatment is being honored with a historical highway marker near her childhood home in Virginia.
The doctor at the center of a major medical scandal can no longer practice medicine in Maryland.
A rare disease has claimed the life of an MTA worker. He died from bacterial meningitis.
Parents have a new tool to fight childhood obesity. A new Kids Live Well initiative kicked off Wednesday and it's bringing healthier options to a restaurant near you.
The trial of a former Eastern Shore doctor accused of inserting unnecessary heart stents has begun in Baltimore.
Expect clouds, but less wind today. Snow showers deliver coating to 2" of snow tonight. Ravens game has tough cold.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools and Cecil County Public Schools will open two hours late on Friday, January 10 after district officials re-evaluated the road and sidewalk conditions.
The Baltimore Department of Public Works (DPW) has asked for feedback in a series of public meetings to discuss proposed water rate increases.
Eric Eiswert, former principal at Pikesville High School, is suing Baltimore County Public Schools over a case involving a racist AI recording.
More than $3.1 million in grants has been awarded for two railroad safety upgrade projects in Maryland, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
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.
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.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Actress Julia Nicole Hunter joins WJZ as "Annie" plays at Baltimore's Hippodrome theatre through Sunday, Jan. 12.
WJZ is Hanging with Huber and debating how long you can say "Happy New Year" after Jan. 1.
Applications are open for Baltimore City's YouthWorks, a program that provides summer employment opportunities to those ages 14 to 21.
Meghan McCorkell joins us with her January picks for children, teens and adults.
Tony Scotto and Alissa Ganser join us to talk about how the local chain is celebrating by giving back through their partnership with Business Volunteers Maryland to seven Baltimore nonprofits who do great work in the community.
After a pair of clashes that came down to the wire during the 2008 regular season, the two met again in the AFC championship game.
Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers will miss this weekend's playoff game against Pittsburgh after injuring his knee in the regular-season finale.
There's one obvious exception — last year's AFC championship game, when the top-seeded Ravens were at home against Kansas City but still couldn't overcome the Chiefs.
The Baltimore Ravens seem to have figured it out on defense at the right time.
Former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, who played in Baltimore from 2009-2016, died, the Orioles announced on Tuesday.
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events.
Former President Jimmy Carter built a legacy as a tireless champion for peace.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
Democrats elect a new party chair on Feb. 1, following the loss of the presidency and the Senate and the narrow failure to win the House in 2024.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
Meet Baltimore native and professional basketball player King Arthur, who opened Free Sweat Gym in Windsor Mill to promote mental wellness alongside fitness.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
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.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Expect clouds, but less wind today. Snow showers deliver coating to 2" of snow tonight. Ravens game has tough cold.
More snow arrives Friday night in Maryland
Chilly temps stick around with light snow Friday in Maryland
Cold, light snow for Friday in Maryland
After a bitterly cold morning across the region, sunshine will continue this afternoon, but temperatures will remain cold. Highs for the rest of the day will top out in the lower 30s across the area. Gusty northwest winds will make it feel even colder, with wind chills staying in the teens throughout the afternoon.
More snow arrives Friday night in Maryland
Community mourns 4-year-old's death at Baltimore County viewing
Baltimore police investigating first homicide in 2025
Public gives feedback on DPW's proposed water rate increase
Chilly temps stick around with light snow Friday in Maryland