Juvenile crime arrests in Baltimore City up 146% compared to 2023, State's Attorney says
State's Attorney Bates said truancy is a key component of why teenagers and children find themselves in trouble.
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State's Attorney Bates said truancy is a key component of why teenagers and children find themselves in trouble.
A pair of teens accused of murder appeared in Howard County Circuit Court Tuesday to get their trial dates set.
A panel of Baltimore City leaders answered questions and addressed the issue of violence plaguing the city's youth.
Mayor Scott and city leaders spoke at a panel Thursday afternoon, addressing the causes of youth gun violence.
The mother of a slain Baltimore City student addressed her concerns about youth violence to city leaders.
As part of the Protecting Our Children Town Hall, WJZ wanted to try and provide solutions to youth violence.
Trauma is neither a new term nor a new problem in Baltimore City.
At a city council public safety hearing earlier this month, police said homicides involving juveniles were up 67 percent and shootings were up by 55 percent.
WJZ and The Baltimore Banner hosted a town hall focused on youth violence and its impact in Baltimore.
Two arrests have been made in the murder of the T-Mobile employee who was shot during an armed robbery at a Canton shopping center on April 30.
A teen victim in a triple shooting in Southeast Baltimore earlier this month has died due to his injuries, police said Tuesday.
Baltimore's mayor is doubling down on enforcing a youth curfew after a surge in violence impacting young people.
Baltimore City leaders are working to reinstate curfew for teens.
Two minors were shot while police officers were breaking up a large fight Sunday night near the Inner Harbor, according to police.
Dozens of youth detainees inside the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center met with prospective employers and schools Thursday during the institution's first-of-its-kind career fair.
Two teenagers have been arrested for allegedly participating in a shooting that killed a young mother who had tried to flee with her children after gunfire erupted near a busy intersection in Baltimore's Upton neighborhood in January.
During a news conference Monday, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said the city is working hard to address youth violence.
WJZ sat down with Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates to discuss crime, recent shootings involving students, gun laws, and more.
Community advocates are outraged over yet another teen who has been murdered in Baltimore.
A Baltimore activist discussed the uptick in youth violence that has struck Baltimore City in 2023.
Two teenagers were among four people injured in a shooting outside of a gas station in Southeast Baltimore on Wednesday night.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the shooting on January 11, and a 17-year-old boy was arrested on February 3, police said.
Baltimore's Trauma Task Force is working alongside young people to find solutions to combat youth violence.
Baltimore City's Public Safety and Government Operations Committee is working to prevent youth violence.
Midway into January, and youth violence is continuing to ravage Baltimore's inner-city communities.
The Baltimore Ravens selected safety Malaki Starks from the University of Georgia with the 27th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Cade Povich limited Washington to a run in 6 2/3 innings, Ryan O'Hearn and Cedric Mullins had RBI singles in the fifth and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Nationals 2-1 on Thursday night to end a three-game losing streak.
Rain chances return Friday night through a portion of Saturday.
Katie Pumphrey, a Baltimore open-water ultra-marathon swimmer, is preparing for another long-distance challenge, her third English Channel crossing.
A resident in a Baltimore County community said bullets hit her house while a police officer shot and killed a man carrying a bow and arrow on Wednesday.
Katie Pumphrey, a Baltimore open-water ultra-marathon swimmer, is preparing for another long-distance challenge, her third English Channel crossing.
A resident in a Baltimore County community said bullets hit her house while a police officer shot and killed a man carrying a bow and arrow on Wednesday.
A CBS News investigation showed that more than 50 non-profit hospitals in Maryland are getting $700 million annually in tax breaks in exchange for providing free or discounted care to low-income patients.
A federal judge has halted her order demanding the government explain what it's done to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S.
The owners of Cafe Campli, a Baltimore restaurant, will be closing its doors at the end of June to open a new location in Italy.
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.
Top Golf is getting ready for its third annual "Take a Swing for Recovery" fundraiser to support veterans.
Ragina Ali, AAA Mid-Atlantic manager, shares some of the top cruise destinations, which lines leave from the Port of Baltimore and the importance of ensuring you are Real ID compliant before May 7th.
Alexus is live with Monica Kenny, Director, Brand Marketing, checking out their delicious desserts and learning about their famous Mille Crêpes cakes.
Actors John Carrington and Prentiss Watson join us to talk about the play and why the message behind it is so timely for the people of Baltimore.
George’s Beverage Company is one of the fastest growing producers of high-quality mixes in the United States and are located right here in Maryland. Hear their story on how it all began.
The Baltimore Ravens selected safety Malaki Starks from the University of Georgia with the 27th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Cade Povich limited Washington to a run in 6 2/3 innings, Ryan O'Hearn and Cedric Mullins had RBI singles in the fifth and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Nationals 2-1 on Thursday night to end a three-game losing streak.
The Baltimore Ravens drafted safety Malaki Starks from the University of Georgia with the 27th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday.
The Orioles were 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position and left 12 runners on base.
Baltimore Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez, who has been rehabbing from elbow inflammation, has a strained lat muscle and is a "couple of weeks" from resuming his throwing program, manager Brandon Hyde said Wednesday.
A federal judge has halted her order demanding the government explain what it's done to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S.
Gang experts and researchers said that while tattoos could carry gang-related meaning, they aren't enough to prove gang membership.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
Beginning May 7, Americans and permanent residents will only be able to pass through airport security or enter federal government buildings if they have a Real ID.
'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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
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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.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
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 unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
The weather rollercoaster continues across central Maryland as we move into the weekend and beyond, with a mix of sunshine, showers, and a notable warmup on the horizon.
Rain possible to end the workweek in Maryland
Rain chances return Friday night through a portion of Saturday.
Rain possible Friday evening in Maryland
A mix of sunshine, clouds, and scattered storms is in store for the Baltimore area through the end of the week, with a gradual warm-up and increased rain chances heading into early May.
The weather rollercoaster continues across central Maryland as we move into the weekend and beyond, with a mix of sunshine, showers, and a notable warmup on the horizon.
Rain possible to end the workweek in Maryland
Baltimore man arrested for quadruple shooting
Popular Baltimore restaurant closing, will reopen in Italy
New group aims to revitalize downtown Baltimore