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For decades Congress has used its power over the District of Columbia to ban the city from paying for abortions for poor women, but during a two-year period when lawmakers reversed course at least 300 women got city-funded procedures, according to data obtained by The Associated Press.
The New York City Council has passed a bill that would force pregnancy counseling centers to disclose whether they provide abortions, emergency contraception and prenatal care.
Supporters of a Baltimore ordinance that requires pregnancy counseling centers to post a disclaimer if they don't provide abortions or birth control say they will appeal a court ruling that the law is unconstitutional.
Maryland lawmakers will consider legislation to ban the sort of interstate abortions performed last year by a New Jersey doctor.
Abortion rights foes emboldened by a new Nebraska law that restricts late-term procedures based on the disputed notion that fetuses can feel pain after 20 weeks are pushing for similar legislation in other states, particularly those where Republicans won big in November.
Anti-abortion activists say they plan to protest at a Germantown clinic being opened by a Nebraska late-term abortion doctor. Organizers say activists, clergy and others plan to picket Monday morning at the Reproductive Health Services clinic in Germantown.
Early sun fades to clouds and afternoon and evening showers. WJZ Alert Days in effect for bitter cold this weekend.
Church members and parents protested on Tuesday a new gun shop that opened across the street from a preschool and daycare in Baltimore County.
Maryland lawmakers say the federal government will cover the entire cost to replace Baltimore's collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.
One person was killed and nine others injured in a shooting and fiery crash in the Baltimore suburb of Towson Tuesday night, authorities said.
A pilot program at four Baltimore City high schools targets students who are most at risk for violence with mediation and counseling and aims to reduce conflicts before they escalate.
One person was killed and nine others injured in a shooting and fiery crash in the Baltimore suburb of Towson Tuesday night, authorities said.
A pilot program at four Baltimore City high schools targets students who are most at risk for violence with mediation and counseling and aims to reduce conflicts before they escalate.
Maryland lawmakers say the federal government will cover the entire cost to replace Baltimore's collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Luigi Mangione was indicted Tuesday by the Manhattan district attorney in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers said during her mid-year update that the state's budget shortfall and district's bus safety citations are alarming.
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.
Local wine expert Tony Foreman shares tip on affordable wine for the holidays.
Chris Burbank shares a delicious at home recipe for crab wontons as well as a holiday-inspired cheesecake.
Setoria the Vocalist joins us to talk about her new holiday song and the inspiration behind her music video shoot.
Dr. Julie Chen shares some important ways to manage and alleviate holiday stress which is essential for overall well-being.
Enjoy a festive experience at the Four Seasons with ice skating and cozy semi-private cabanas.
Lamar Jackson's five touchdown passes were the big story, but he also ran for 65 yards on six carries.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a one-year contract with Japanese star Tomoyuki Sugano, a right-hander coming off an MVP season in Nippon Professional Baseball's Central League.
The Baltimore Ravens excused Diontae Johnson from practice this week, another part of the fallout after the team says the receiver refused to enter a game against Philadelphia on Dec. 1.
Navy won the Commander-In-Chief's Trophy for the first time since 2019 after beating Air Force and Army this season.
Lamar Jackson threw five touchdown passes to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 35-14 win over the New York Giants Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Daniel Penny, the veteran acquitted of homicide in the choking death of Jordan Neely, will join Donald Trump in his suite at the Army-Navy football game.
Hunter Biden was convicted of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a gun and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Johnny Olszewski, the Baltimore County executive, is taking his leadership to the nation's capital after knocking off Kimberly Klacik in Maryland's second congressional district race.
Baltimore City voters had eight municipal ballot measures to decide, including Questions F and H, as well as Maryland Question 1.
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!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
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.
Early sun fades to clouds and afternoon and evening showers. WJZ Alert Days in effect for bitter cold this weekend.
Rain on Wednesday followed by chilly temperatures in Maryland
More rain Wednesday followed by temperature drop in Maryland
Rain returns Wednesday ahead of cold front in Maryland
After seeing high temperatures near 60 degrees this afternoon, temperatures will tumble as we head into tonight. Overnight lows will dip into the 30s across the area under mostly clear skies.
Baltimore County community upset new gun shop opened near daycare
Rain on Wednesday followed by chilly temperatures in Maryland
Federal government to fully fund Key Bridge rebuild, Maryland lawmakers say
1 dead, 9 injured in mass shooting, fiery crash in Towson, police say
Baltimore County Police provide update to mass shooting in Towson