Restaurants Are Celebrating Soft-Shell Crab Week
It's a Maryland delicacy, and if you like them, this is your week to enjoy. Baltimore is celebrating soft-shell crabs.
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It's a Maryland delicacy, and if you like them, this is your week to enjoy. Baltimore is celebrating soft-shell crabs.
Annapolis city officials are handing out sandbags to help residents keep out bay waters threatening to flood parts of town.
If taking care of your lawn means using fertilizer, Maryland has some new rules in force.
A bill limiting the use of lawn fertilizers, a growing source of Chesapeake Bay pollution, is to be signed into law this week.
The health of the Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population is getting more attention.
Whether you're a commercial waterman or catch crabs off a dock, scientists at the Smithsonian want your help. Researchers know a foreign invader called the mitten crab is here.
A Maryland man accused of faking his own death faces a retrial.
If you come across a crab that looks like it's wearing mittens, the Smithsonian wants to know.
As we enter the boating season on the Chesapeake Bay, there is a group of enthusiasts from all over the world who are coming to Baltimore for a first-of-its-kind gathering.
A report by a panel of scientists and environmentalists raises new questions about the ambitious plan to restore the Chesapeake Bay, including the effectiveness of tracking pollution-reduction goals and how climate change could alter in the bay's recovery effort.
The Chesapeake Bay Commission meets this week in Washington.
Police discover a murdered woman in a farm field on the Eastern Shore. Now they are trying to find her car.
The Chesapeake Bay's health dropped for the first time in four years, according to a new report card.
Virginia regulators will wait until a study of the Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population is completed before they make any major changes to rules governing the state's fishery.
Gov. Martin O'Malley is assembling his team of environmental advisers to weigh the state of the Chesapeake Bay.
Authorities say two Pennsylvania men have died and two were injured after a fishing boat capsized in the Chesapeake Bay.
Underwater grasses in the Chesapeake Bay, a key indicator of the health of the waterway, decreased last year with high water temperatures and poor water quality eyed as factors, researchers said Thursday as they released the results of an annual survey.
There's some good news and bad news for crabs in the Chesapeake Bay.
A U.S. Coast Guard crew rescued two people aboard a 19-foot motorboat that started taking on water while they fished on the Chesapeake Bay off Calvert County.
Maryland's governor has scheduled an announcement next week on the Chesapeake Bay's crab fishery.
Good news about the Chesapeake Bay. Scientists have determined that game fish now contain less of the cancer causing chemical PCB.
Life before the Chesapeake Bay Bridge was like another world, and its construction forever changed Maryland's culture.
The survey, conducted by Maryland and Virginia, is the most comprehensive look at the bay's crab population.
The head of Maryland's watermen's association says new thinking is needed about how to manage the crab harvest.
Two former Maryland governors and a former Republican congressman are among a group of 60 urging defeat of a budget amendment that would strip funding from federal efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay.
The Maryland General Assembly will begin its 2025 legislative session as the state faces a $2.7 million budget deficit.
A teenager and three men were charged in connection with a deadly double shooting that happened during a birthday party in Aberdeen Sunday, the Harford County Sheriff's Office said.
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General released body camera footage as they continue to investigate an officer-involved shooting that left a man dead after a two-hour standoff in Laurel.
An early morning snow shower may leave a slippery coating in spots. Cold continues into weekend with possible snow.
Maryland voters questioned in the latest Gonzales poll approve of the job outgoing President Joe Biden is doing, and say the country is headed in the wrong direction.
Some Maryland schools are delayed or closed Wednesday, Jan. 8, as the state continues to deal with snow and icy conditions following a winter storm Monday.
Former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, who played in Baltimore from 2009-2016, died, the Orioles announced on Tuesday.
With the first steps in the reconstruction of the Key Bridge set to begin, we're taking a look at the progress that has been made since the collapse.
An early morning snow shower may leave a slippery coating in spots. Cold continues into weekend with possible snow.
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General released body camera footage as they continue to investigate an officer-involved shooting that left a man dead after a two-hour standoff in Laurel.
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.
Former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, who played in Baltimore from 2009-2016, died, the Orioles announced on Tuesday.
Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers' knee injury is not season-ending, coach John Harbaugh said Monday, but he gave no assurances about a quick return.
The Baltimore Ravens will play host to their AFC North rival Pittsburgh Steelers during the opening weekend of the NFL playoffs.
Zay Flowers, the team's top receiver, went down with a knee injury and didn't return to the game Saturday.
Lamar Jackson threw two touchdown passes, and the Baltimore Ravens won the AFC North for the second straight season, clinching the division with a 35-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday.
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.
An early morning snow shower may leave a slippery coating in spots. Cold continues into weekend with possible snow.
More bitter cold in Maryland, snow possible this weekend
Bitter cold continues in Maryland with snow chances this weekend
In the wake of Monday's winter storm, cold temperatures will dominate the forecast for the rest of the week.
A return to a mix of clouds and sunshine is expected from Tuesday through Friday. High temperatures will remain below freezing from Tuesday through Friday, with overnight lows dipping well into the teens. The coldest morning will likely be Thursday when wind chills could fall to zero or below in some areas.
Christina Tkacik with The Baltimore Banner discusses why a Dave Portnoy-approved Baltimore pizza spot doesn't have its liquor license.
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.
Marty Bass is live from M&T Bank Stadium for a car stenciling event as playoff excitement builds.