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Gov. Larry Hogan on Wednesday announced the Maryland Department of Health has instituted new vaccination protocols at the state's hospitals and nursing homes requiring that staff provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
The top-ranking facilities in Maryland have 90 percent or more of their staffers with at least one shot of the COVID-19 vaccine and the lowest-ranking places have reached fewer than 60 percent.
Gov. Larry Hogan announced Friday that he would allow limited outdoor visitation at some of Maryland's nursing homes.
The data shows just over half of the state's COVID-19 deaths and more than one in five of the confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state have been at nursing homes, assisted living facilities and correctional facilities.
Gov. Larry Hogan announced Tuesday the creation of strike teams to help combat the cases of coronavirus targeting the elderly at Maryland's nursing homes.
The number of Maryland nursing homes and long-term care facilities with confirmed cases of coronavirus continues to climb, with the number now reaching 90 facilities statewide, Gov. Larry Hogan said Tuesday.
WJZ spoke to a FutureCare employee — now in quarantine — who asked us not to reveal her identity. She says that until last week she was performing therapy at multiple nursing homes and did not have enough personal protective equipment.
Twelve cases of the coronavirus have been tied to an assisted living facility in Frederick, county health officials said Monday.
Tery Robinson, of Spring, Texas took to Facebook to say he and his wife will be checking into a Holiday Inn instead of a nursing home to live out their "golden years."
Maryland is behind most of the nation when it comes to inspecting high-priority nursing home complaints. That's according to our media partners at The Baltimore Sun.
Hurricane-scarred Florida warily eyed the fate of its most vulnerable residents and emergency workers were urged to immediately check on those in nursing homes after eight people died in a scorching facility that lost its air conditioning in the storm.
Maryland public health officials say a state-owned nursing home in Hagerstown was fined $150,000 for poor oversight of patient care that prompted the ouster of the facility's chief executive and two medical staff members.
The environment in which you live can be as disabling as a disease, and too often, older Americans wind up in a nursing home not because they're super-sick but because they can't get through their days safely at home.
A Randallstown caregiver has been arrested and charged with abuse of a vulnerable adult after he allegedly assaulted his elderly patient.
If the entries in Arthur "Pete" Baugher Sr.'s worn pocket calendar hold true, very few days in July will end before he's sung some gospel music.
The residents of four nursing homes in Maryland are feeling the heat, because they are still without air conditioning in the aftermath of last week's storm.
A nursing home patient in Hagerstown is charged with second-degree rape for allegedly assaulting an 89-year-old female patient.
A man is murdered inside an apartment complex for seniors and people with disabilities. Tonight investigators are trying to figure out who is responsible for the fatal stabbing.
Through marriage, child rearing, careers and retirement, one thing has remained a constant for the dozen women gathered around the table: Food. But now, as residents of Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village, the senior citizens no longer spend hours mixing and stirring.
A total of 12 people were evaluated by EMS personnel following a gas leak outside of a Baltimore County high school, according to the fire department.
Stephen L. Snyder, the flamboyant plaintiff's attorney who won hundreds of millions of dollars over a five-decade career, was convicted of attempted extortion and other violations by a federal jury Friday.
Rain & snow end tonight followed by dry weather for the weekend.
The proposed Piedmont Reliability Project could pose a threat to Maryland's habitats and water quality, according to a report released Friday by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF).
Several parishes within the Archdiocese of Baltimore will hold their final Mass as the archdiocese moves forward with its "Seek the City to Come" plan which will consolidate 61 parishes into 30 worship sites, the Baltimore Banner reported.
Popular Maryland-based dog bar, Bark Social, announced its abrupt closure on Thursday in a social media post.
Rain & snow end tonight followed by dry weather for the weekend.
Several parishes within the Archdiocese of Baltimore will hold their final Mass as the archdiocese moves forward with its "Seek the City to Come" plan which will consolidate 61 parishes into 30 worship sites, the Baltimore Banner reported.
We're one month away from the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, but Maryland already saw its first winter weather on Friday, Nov. 22.
The proposed Piedmont Reliability Project could pose a threat to Maryland's habitats and water quality, according to a report released Friday by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF).
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.
Marcus Dutton is live from the Inner Harbor discussing what guests can expect this upcoming season.
Morgan Singer, Arris Design, joins us to talk about some must-have tree decorating tips that will spruce up any tree or home.
Owner Kyle Algaze joins us in studio with a delicious spread that will make any holiday brunch plans a hit.
Dr. Tina Zhang joins us for a discussion on menopause and the effects of estrogen loss on a woman's body.
Owner Melanie Eggleston, OMN Shop, joins us with a few products that are must-haves for the cold winter months.
Exactly 62 years after Jack and Jackie Harbaugh tied the knot, their sons will be on opposing sidelines in Los Angeles for Monday Night Football.
Most of the attention surrounding Monday night's showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Los Angeles Chargers has been centered on the first coaching matchup since 2012 between John and Jim Harbaugh.
Former long-time Baltimore Ravens stars Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda are among the 25 modern-era candidates for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
George Beale's 23 points off of the bench led Hampton to a 78-68 victory against UMBC on Tuesday night.
Chad Venning had 17 points, Donald Hand Jr. scored all 15 of his points in the second half and Boston College beat Loyola Maryland 82-61 on Tuesday night.
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.
Former President Donald Trump prevailed in his third presidential bid — after four indictments, one conviction, two Democratic opponents and two assassination attempts.
Democrat Zeke Cohen beat Republican Emmanuel Digman to become Baltimore's new City Council president.
Voters rejected cutting Baltimore's City Council from 14 to eight.
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.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
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.
Rain & snow end tonight followed by dry weather for the weekend.
Temperatures are cold across the area. Highs will reach the low 40's but winds will make it feel like the 30's. Western Maryland will experience snowy conditions while central Maryland will see rain this afternoon.
Blustery Friday with rain and snow showers in Maryland
Cold with snow chances in parts of Maryland
Seasonably cold through the end of the week. Temperatures in the 50's but will feel colder at times.
A Towson restaurant owner was assaulted in an incident captured on video and Bark Social, a Maryland-based dog bar, announces an abrupt closure.
Popular Maryland-based dog bar, Bark Social, announced its abrupt closure on Thursday in a social media post.
Maryland saw its first winter weather as a storm brought flurries to the Baltimore area and heavy snow to Western Maryland.
Marty Bass is live from Atwater's Prep Kitchen as they work to make an incredible number of pies for Thanksgiving and the holiday season.
Marcus Dutton is live from the Inner Harbor discussing what guests can expect this upcoming season.