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Last month, Carla Hayden, the first woman and first African American to serve as Librarian of Congress, received an email announcing her dismissal. She talks about libraries as bastions of democracy, for which the "freedom to read," she says, is essential.
Carla Hayden has been the Librarian of Congress since 2016. She was the first woman and African American to hold the position.
Several Baltimore area communities are planning to hold "No Kings" protests on Saturday, June 14, joining what organizers are calling "a nationwide day of defiance."
Singles in Maryland would need an annual income of $108,867 to live comfortably, according to a study by SmartAsset.
Immigration advocates are rallying against ICE arrests in the Baltimore area.
Hot weather returns to Maryland, with many areas seeing 90° temperatures for the first time this year.
A Baltimore woman pleaded guilty to charges related to her 10-year-old grandchild's self-inflicted shooting death in January 2025, the State's Attorney's Office said.
The videos show ICE agents detaining people in a shopping plaza in Catonsville, and residents trying to chase agents out of their neighborhood in Highlandtown.
Immigration advocates are rallying against ICE arrests in the Baltimore area.
Turning hot for Wednesday and Thursday across the state with many areas seeing 90° temps for the first time this year.
The move follows intense criticism of Schiraldi during his two years in office, with critics claiming his policies are too lenient on young and violent offenders.
The case could mark a turning point for due process rights in the U.S., Kilmar Abrego Garcia's attorney says.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
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.
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum in Maryland discusses its Underground Railroad exhibit.
BINGO! It has so many meanings. But I am pretty sure the genesis of them all is the gem of chance, "BINGO!" Baltimore used to have many Bingo Halls, but only a few remain. And the OG would be "BINGO World" in Brooklyn Park. 40,000 square feet of real Bingo played on cards, electronic Bingo, and also a Sports Book. Long before casino gaming in Maryland, it was BINGO! In some corners of the gambling world, it is still rocking!
Marty Bass was at Padonia Swim Club to show you the “Doc’s Tactical Rescue Stretcher.” Invented by an EMT, it replaces the cumbersome body boards we are all familiar with as part of swimming pool safety equipment. By floating “The Doc” under someone in the pool in distress, it is very easy for lifeguards to lift them out of the water and onto a stretcher. The device then pulls apart under the patient and off said stretcher for quick and easy EMT transport to get care. This is a game changer, and you are seeing it first.
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is sharing its summer schedule.
The Maryland Zoo shows WJZ at 9 how it tracks box turtles.
Jordan Westburg, who was back at third base for the first time since late April, laced a solo home run with no outs in the ninth inning.
The Baltimore Orioles have reinstated center fielder Cedric Mullins and infielder Jordan Westburg from the 10-day injured list.
The Baltimore Orioles were hitless with runners in scoring position on Sunday in their 5-1 loss to the Athletics, and they dropped two of three in Sacramento.
Baltimore Ravens star running back Derrick Henry has an offer from Adam Sandler, his favorite actor, to be cast in a movie if the five-time Pro Bowl selection rushes for 2,000 yards this season.
The reported three-year, $36.75 million extension includes $20 million in guarantees.
The case could mark a turning point for due process rights in the U.S., Kilmar Abrego Garcia's attorney says.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was wrongly deported to El Salvador in March, has been indicted and brought back to the U.S.
A group of more than a dozen news outlets had asked U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis to make a group of documents filed in Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case available to the public.
In declining to take up the case, the Supreme Court leaves intact a lower court decision upholding Maryland's ban on certain semiautomatic rifles.
A federal court on Wednesday blocked most of the sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump.
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.
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.
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.
Kermit the Frog is set to speak at Muppets creator Jim Henson's alma mater.
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.
Wednesday brings a return to sunshine and summer-like warmth. With high pressure building overhead, skies will be mostly sunny and temperatures will climb into the upper 80s by the afternoon. Humidity levels will remain manageable, but the heat will be noticeable, especially during the peak of the day.
Hottest day of the year approaching in Maryland
Temperatures are on the rise this week in Maryland
The full strawberry moon will be visible on June 11 in Maryland.
Stormy weather could return to Maryland Tuesday.
Singles in Maryland would need an annual income of $108,867 to live comfortably, according to a study by SmartAsset.
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum in Maryland discusses its Underground Railroad exhibit.
BINGO! It has so many meanings. But I am pretty sure the genesis of them all is the gem of chance, "BINGO!" Baltimore used to have many Bingo Halls, but only a few remain. And the OG would be "BINGO World" in Brooklyn Park. 40,000 square feet of real Bingo played on cards, electronic Bingo, and also a Sports Book. Long before casino gaming in Maryland, it was BINGO! In some corners of the gambling world, it is still rocking!
Wednesday brings a return to sunshine and summer-like warmth. With high pressure building overhead, skies will be mostly sunny and temperatures will climb into the upper 80s by the afternoon. Humidity levels will remain manageable, but the heat will be noticeable, especially during the peak of the day.
Baltimore County teachers rallied on Tuesday ahead of a school board meeting, pushing the district to adhere to the terms of a previously approved three-year pay raise agreement.