From Scary To Sultry, Halloween Spirit Brings In Billions
Here's a mind-boggling number: Americans will spend $74 billion on Halloween.
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Here's a mind-boggling number: Americans will spend $74 billion on Halloween.
Choosing a Halloween costume is a critical decision. There are tons of different categories to choose from. You've got gory costumes, inflatable costumes, serial killer costumes, funny costumes and of course everyone's favorite, the highly inappropriate yet extremely clever costume.
Ghouls and goblins won't be the only thing seen in Baltimore on Halloween.
Offensive, racist, sexist. Those are just some of the words used to describe a costume some are dressing up in for Halloween.
Trading pigskin for pumpkins. After a tough loss on the road, the Ravens are getting into the Halloween spirit--and giving back at the same time.
Canines in costume! Halloween may be days away but some Baltimore-area pups are getting in the spirit early.
We have ideas on how to spend your Halloween. Also, we have tips on fall makeup trends.
Ethan Reid, author of "The Undying," from Simon & Schuster shares his list of the creepiest vacation spots around the world for Halloween.
The Maryland State Highway Administration will again lend reflective vests to children and adults chaperoning their trick or treating on Halloween.
Police say someone intentionally set fire to a Charles County Halloween store for the second time in less than two months.
The Baltimore Marathon is today. Also, we have tips on keeping your baby safe on Halloween.
Keep your kids safe this Halloween night by going over some trick-or-treating safety tips with them.
Need some inspiration for this season's Halloween costume? Check out these trendy Halloween costumes inspired by pop culture.
Get creative in the kitchen this Halloween. These fun recipes are sure to be a hit at your next Halloween party or other spooky event.
Let your kids plot world domination this Halloween with these classic villain costumes.
Want the world to know you two are tight as Batman and Robin? Check out these dynamic duo, Halloween twosomes.
Your own backyard is the perfect setting for a creepy haunted maze that will give your friends a delightful fright.
Use everyday materials to design your own Halloween masks in just a few hours.
Don't leave the kids out of all your Halloween fun. Here are five fun Halloween flicks that the whole family can enjoy together.
A 15-year-old boy remains in the hospital after he is brutally beaten at Six Flags during a Halloween event.
A 15-year-old boy critically injured at Six Flags America during the first night of its Halloween event, Fright Fest, has undergone surgery on his skull and is in a coma.
Make plans this Halloween to take a vacation and visit some of the spookiest destinations in the country. Many of these areas have a tragic past, which adds to the chances of them being haunted and creating a spooky feeling among those who tour the area.
A fire department spokesman says three people were injured at Six Flags America during the first night of its Halloween event, Fright Fest.
The Maryland Science Center in Baltimore invites you to punctuate the end of Halloween with a Pumpkin Smash.
Opening day for the Baltimore Orioles is on Thursday, March 26, and the team is showing off what they have been up to at Camden Yards in the offseason.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
April is National Donate Life Month, and one Maryland-based organization is marking the occasion with its annual Donate Life Family Fun Run.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball expressed support for a zoning amendment aimed at redeveloping motels along Route 1.
The Port of Baltimore experienced its second-best year on record in 2025 amid its ongoing recovery from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to the Maryland Port Administration.
The Port of Baltimore experienced its second-best year on record in 2025 amid its ongoing recovery from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to the Maryland Port Administration.
Temperatures will climb into the 70s for the Orioles Opener Thursday.
Opening day for the Baltimore Orioles is on Thursday, March 26, and the team is showing off what they have been up to at Camden Yards in the offseason.
Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player, was arrested and charged with murder in Maryland.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
March is National Nutrition Month, and the Maryland Food Bank is sharing more information about its nutrition program.
Baltimore’s Port Discovery is holding the Play It Forward fundraising event.
Actor Johnny Alonso talks about a new series where WJZ's Marty Bass has a recurring cameo.
The Black Wall Barn and Lodge is opening March 24 at the Rotunda in Baltimore.
We are getting a sneak peak inside the new Barn and Lodge located at the Rotunda in Baltimore, Maryland.
Opening day for the Baltimore Orioles is on Thursday, March 26, and the team is showing off what they have been up to at Camden Yards in the offseason.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
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.
'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.
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
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
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.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Expect chilly, early spring weather in Maryland Tuesday, with highs near 50°. A warming trend quickly begins on Wednesday, with warm weather peaking on Thursday.
Expect chilly, early spring weather in Maryland Tuesday, with highs near 50°. A warming trend quickly begins on Wednesday, with warm weather peaking on Thursday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Colder weather for Maryland through early Wednesday
Chilly, breezy spring Tuesday in Maryland
New guidelines about cholesterol levels emphasize earlier screenings.
Oscar-nominated actress Valerie Perrine has died at age 82.
Expect chilly, early spring weather in Maryland Tuesday, with highs near 50°. A warming trend quickly begins on Wednesday, with warm weather peaking on Thursday.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore toured the Port of Baltimore after it achieved record-setting numbers in 2025.
A quadruple amputee and cornhole champion was arrested for a deadly shooting in Charles County, Maryland.