Maryland State Board Of Education To Review School Mask Mandate
With Maryland's COVID-19 metrics showing promise, the State Board of Education said it will evaluate the need for masks to be worn in schools when it meets later this month.
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With Maryland's COVID-19 metrics showing promise, the State Board of Education said it will evaluate the need for masks to be worn in schools when it meets later this month.
Images like the ones NASA shared on Friday can help the Webb team make sure the mirrors are perfectly aligned before the observatory sets its sights on exoplanets and distant galaxies, forever changing the way we see the universe.
The opioid epidemic continues to devastate communities across the country, including right here in Maryland, as opioid overdose remains among one of the state's leading causes of death.
T.G.I.F.! And that is the truth! What a great forecast we have to end a week and start a weekend. This is day three of what will be four days of really mid afternoon temperatures.
Hours before game time, betters are getting in early at Horseshoe Casino to cash in, hoping to avoid the crowd.
There was a 17 percent decrease in full-time equivalent medical examiners in FY 2021.
More than $32 million was wagered at Maryland sportsbooks in January, their first full month of operation, Maryland Lottery and Gaming reported Thursday.
Fauci became a household name at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic as a lead member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force.
A helicopter has crashed in Bel Air, according to the Harford County's Sheriff's Office.
The North East community and the student she saved came out to honor the officer for her bravery Wednesday.
The drug is available in limited supply and is only given to certain, high-risk groups of people.
Gov. Larry Hogan plans to make new recommendations on face mask requirements in the classroom to the State Board of Education.
There is a possibility of an area of precipitation developing by later Saturday and into Sunday.
Police had already ruled out that his wife's job, as a lieutenant in BPD internal affairs, was behind the killing.
While the supply chain crisis is impacting most of the U.S., the Port of Baltimore is moving & grooving.
A civil rights advocacy group is voicing concerns after a wave of bomb threats targeted more than 20 historically Black colleges and universities across the country.
The positivity rate in Maryland dipped below 6% for the first time in two months, according to data released Tuesday by the Maryland Department of Health.
Maryland candidate for governor Doug Gansler announced Tuesday that he has chosen former Hyattsville Mayor Candace Hollingsworth to be his running mate.
The fire originated in an enclosed front porch, officials believe, but the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Monday said he will present a citation to Cpl. Annette Goodyear, the North East police officer who saved a child and was hit by a car while working in a crosswalk outside a middle school.
A crossing guard in Cecil County saved a North East Middle School student and was hit herself after a motorist failed to stop in time at a crosswalk.
The positivity rate and the number of people hospitalized with COVID-19 continue to go down, leading many counties to lift mask mandates. So many people want to see life go back to normal, and finally doctors are saying that is a possibility if we keep our safety protocols in place a bit longer.
The bird reportedly couldn't fly more than a few feet, and DNR was contacted.
The governor said he and the mayor "had a very productive discussion on a number of fronts."
The passenger who shot and killed the driver and a second passenger in Prince George's County, Maryland, later told authorities that he was high on PCP.
A 79-year-old man has died from the injuries he received during a burn barrel fire in Dundalk, Maryland.
As more water main breaks occur in Baltimore City and County, WJZ-TV got an inside look at how officials respond to the incidents.
A man was hospitalized following a shooting in Southeast Baltimore early Saturday morning, police said.
Anne Arundel County police say a woman was taking out her trash in Glen Burnie Thursday night when a man sexually assaulted her and tried to kidnap her.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Almost two weeks after the heaviest snow and sleet storm in a decade, Maryland is bracing for the coldest temperatures this winter.
First Alert Weather Days continue Saturday overnight and through Sunday due to the risk of extreme cold.
A 79-year-old man has died from the injuries he received during a burn barrel fire in Dundalk, Maryland.
As more water main breaks occur in Baltimore City and County, WJZ-TV got an inside look at how officials respond to the incidents.
A man was hospitalized following a shooting in Southeast Baltimore early Saturday morning, police said.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Coach Tre shares a few beginner-friendly workout moves for those who are looking for a fresh start. He focuses on nutrition, physical, and mental heath in all his clients.
Marty Bass is with Chef Antoine Thomas learning how he uses his special Chef's Blend seasoning to create the ultimate game day spread.
WJZ visited the special Valentine's Day edition of the haunted attraction. Cupid's Revenge, presented by Bennett's Curse, is open February 6th and 7th.
The Chesapeake Bay Boat Show returns to Maryland for its 5th year.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Buzz Williams' first season at Maryland is producing the wrong kind of history.
The Baltimore Orioles acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade on Thursday with the Arizona Diamondbacks, who received reliever Kade Strowd and minor leaguers Wellington Aracena and José Mejia.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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.
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.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Strong wind gusts and frigid temperatures are expected in Maryland this weekend.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 2/6/2026
Parts of Maryland will see some light snowfall on Friday before frigid temperatures set in for the weekend.
First Alert Weather Days continue Saturday overnight and through Sunday due to the risk of extreme cold.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A 79-year-old man has died from his injuries after a burn barrel fire in Dundalk, Maryland.
Maryland residents should bundle up as the state is set to be hit by extreme cold.
Baltimore native 33-year-old Diamond Rice is being remembering after being shot and killed in Cincinnati, Ohio earlier this month,
As more water main breaks occur in Baltimore City and County, WJZ-TV got an inside look at how officials respond to the incidents.
Strong wind gusts and frigid temperatures are expected in Maryland this weekend.