Md. Emphasizes Disclosure In Campaign Finance
An extensive revamping of Maryland's campaign finance laws is raising donation limits for individuals, while emphasizing disclosure and enabling the state elections board to fine violators.
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An extensive revamping of Maryland's campaign finance laws is raising donation limits for individuals, while emphasizing disclosure and enabling the state elections board to fine violators.
Now that the legislative session is in the books, Governor O'Malley turns his attention to a run for president.
Gov. Martin O'Malley is headed to Denmark for a conference on progressive governance.
Bills proposing a minimum wage raise, decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana and a change to how pet owners are held accountable for dog bites all failed during a Maryland General Assembly session marked by the passage of many bills supported by the governor.
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot joined Ed & Steve to try to clarify the Towson baseball situation.
While Maryland lawmakers will have plenty to do in the last week of the state's legislative session, most of the high-profile measures backed by Gov. Martin O'Malley already have been approved by the General Assembly.
Members of the Baltimore Ravens are scheduled to bring the Lombardi Trophy with them on a visit to the state Legislature.
The House of Delegates has passed Gov. Martin O'Malley's proposal to create a grant process to help get people the skills for jobs that are in high demand.
Environmental activists are praising the General Assembly for passing Governor O'Malley's wind energy bill.
Marylanders speak out on what's happening in Annapolis in a Washington Post poll rating Gov. Martin O'Malley's performance.
The Pentagon has sent Gov. Martin O'Malley a letter on the impact of automatic federal budget cuts.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has met with the legislature's top lawmakers to talk about transportation funding issues.
Maryland is in the direct line of fire for automatic federal cuts scheduled to take effect Friday.
A key legislative committee votes to repeal Maryland's death penalty.
New Hampshire voters are asked if they have made up their minds on the 2016 presidential election, and some say they would consider voting for Governor Martin O'Malley.
Gov. Martin O'Malley said Friday he believes there is optimism an agreement will be reached this session between legislative leaders on a transportation revenue package.
Maryland needs a more clearly defined framework for creating public-private partnerships to address the state's infrastructure needs, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and others testified Friday.
Repealing the death penalty. Hearings are taking place in Annapolis for what some say could be the year Maryland ends capital punishment.
For the third year in a row Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport has set a record for passenger traffic.
Several lawmakers, including the governor, are moving ahead on proposals to expand early voting.
It's time to update Maryland's workforce. That's what supporters of a job training bill are telling lawmakers in Annapolis.
Bills have been introduced in the House and Senate calling for a state moratorium on the natural gas drilling technique called fracking until studies are completed on its impact.
The Maryland House and Ways Committee is considering a bill that would increase the number of early voting centers in general elections.
The Maryland Federal Facilities Advisory Board is releasing a plan on how to support the state's federal community.
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler is hosting a forum on gun violence in Maryland.
The Maryland Department of State Police (MDSP) reached a settlement after the U.S. sued the department, alleging it violated a federal law against employment discrimination.
During the first Maryland Board of Public Works meeting of 2025, Governor Wes Moore and Treasurer Dereck Davis approved more than $1.23 billion for 70 initiatives and projects across Maryland.
A Baltimore-based roofing company knowingly violated the county's Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) policies while working on the Woodlawn Police Precinct's roof replacement project, according to the Office of Inspector General's report.
The Harford County Health Department issued an alert after a stray kitten tested positive for rabies Wednesday.
Bitterly cold wind chills are expected today. Snow showers will leave a light slippery accumulation Friday night.
Bitterly cold wind chills are expected today. Snow showers will leave a light slippery accumulation Friday night.
Some Maryland schools are closed or delayed on Thursday, Jan. 9 as some areas continue to deal with messy road conditions after this week's winter storm brought between 3 to 12 inches of snow.
The massive fires in California hit close to home for WJZ anchor Denise Koch, whose father lives in the city of Sierra Madre, a town within Los Angeles County.
More than 70,000 people are expected to pack M&T Bank Stadium Saturday for the Ravens' playoff game against the Steelers.
The Maryland Department of State Police (MDSP) reached a settlement after the U.S. sued the department, alleging it violated a federal law against employment discrimination.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bitterly cold wind chills are expected today. Snow showers will leave a light slippery accumulation Friday night. A WJZ First Alert Weather Day is in effect for today and into the first part of tonight for wind-chills in the single digits and teens. Winds
Bitterly cold wind chills are expected today. Snow showers will leave a light slippery accumulation Friday night.
Alert Day Thursday for bitter cold, low wind chill in Maryland
Bitter cold temps, followed by more snow in Maryland
We are waking up to very cold temperatures and a few snow showers on this Wednesday morning. Feels like temperatures are in the lower teens and winds are gusting 20 to 25 mph. Expect a mostly cloudy, cold, and windy day ahead. Highs will top out around 32° but with the cold winds the temperatures will feel like the upper teens all day long.
The massive fires in California hit close to home for WJZ Anchor Denise Koch, whose father lives in the city of Sierra Madre, which is in Los Angeles County.
Bitterly cold wind chills are expected today. Snow showers will leave a light slippery accumulation Friday night. A WJZ First Alert Weather Day is in effect for today and into the first part of tonight for wind-chills in the single digits and teens. Winds
California fires hit close to home for WJZ anchor Denise Koch
Dozen cold-weather related deaths reported in Maryland this winter
Alert Day Thursday for bitter cold, low wind chill in Maryland