Despite Rain, Baltimore County Celebrates Country’s 243rd Birthday
TOWSON, Md. (WJZ) — Hours before a thunderstorm washed out Baltimore County, America’s birthday brought hundreds to Washington Avenue to the the annual Fourth of July parade in Towson. With a flyover...
View ArticlePatients At Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Get Special Fourth Of July...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — While many Americans spend the Fourth of July with their families at the beach or at a cookout, some kids at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center can’t take part in the festivities so...
View Article2 Arrested After Flag Burning Near White House On Fourth Of July
WASHINGTON (AP/WJZ) — The U.S. Secret Service says two people were arrested during a Fourth of July flag-burning incident on Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House. The arrests were made about...
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Md. State Police Urge Drivers To Celebrate Fourth Of July Responsibly; Extra...
MARYLAND (WJZ) — State police are reminding drivers to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday safely and responsibly. State troopers will be out conducting extra patrols looking for drunk or impaired...
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Ports America Chesapeake Fourth Of July Celebration Brings Thousands To Inner...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — For many, the Port America Chesapeake Fourth of July Celebration, the city’s largest fireworks display, has become a tradition. And the rain held off Thursday night as thousands...
View ArticleCoronavirus Cancellations: Howard County’s 4th Of July Fireworks Canceled;...
ELLICOTT CITY, Md. (WJZ) — Howard County’s annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, officials said Friday morning. The annual Independence Day...
View ArticleCoronavirus Cancellations: Towson’s 4th Of July Fireworks Display Canceled
TOWSON, Md. (WJZ) — The Towson Communities Alliance announced Saturday that it has canceled the annual Fourth of July fireworks display due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Towson Communities Alliance...
View ArticleCoronavirus Cancellations: Bel Air Cancels Annual Fourth Of July Fireworks,...
BEL AIR, Md. (WJZ) — Bel Air is joining a growing list of communities that are canceling their Fourth of July celebrations this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Organizers from the Bel Air...
View ArticleJuly 4th In Maryland: Where To Watch Fireworks
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — With July 4th around the corner it’s hard to imagine celebrating Independence Day without fireworks, especially in Baltimore — the home of the Star-Spangled Banner. With coronavirus...
View ArticleJuly Fourth Celebration Will Include East Coast Flyovers, Including Over...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Military planes will conduct flyovers in a handful of major cities along the East Coast as part of this year’s July Fourth celebration amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Pentagon says...
View ArticleHitting The Skies For July 4th? Here’s What The TSA Says You Should Keep In Mind
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — While air traffic is down due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Transportation Security Administration said it saw an increase in people flying in June. As the July 4th holiday weekend...
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President Trump Plans Huge July 4th Fireworks Show Despite DC’s Concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s July Fourth celebration on the National Mall will feature one of the largest fireworks displays ever and as many as 300,000 face masks will be given away to...
View ArticleAhead Of July 4th, Baltimore Officials Warn Of Dangers With Illegal...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — As the July 4th holiday weekend approaches, city officials are reminding people of the dangers of lighting fireworks and sparklers. They also are illegal in the city. For weeks,...
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July 4th Flyover: Here’s When & Where You Can Watch ‘Salute To The Great...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — As America celebrates its 244th birthday this weekend, Baltimore residents will be able to see five waves of Air Force and Marine Corps jets flying over the city in honor of...
View ArticleJuly 4th, 2020: Celebrations, Protests, Social Distance Mark An Independence...
A conversation with Louise Stevenson, professor of History and American Studies at Franklin & Marshall College, by Norm Elrod, CBS Local The upcoming July 4th holiday may prove to be a symbolic...
View ArticleMaryland Boy Scout Holds Flag Retiring Ceremony On July 4th Weekend As Part...
CATONSVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — A Maryland Boy Scout helped retire hundreds of American flags over the July 4th holiday weekend as part of a project he hopes will earn him scouting’s highest rank. Jack...
View ArticleOcean City Maryland Police Looking For Victim, Suspects In July 4th Boardwalk...
OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — Ocean City Police are trying to find the victim and suspects involved in an assault on the boardwalk on July 4. The assault, which was captured on video, was in the area of 4th...
View Article14 Injured, 30 Fires Caused By Fireworks On July 4th Weekend In Maryland,...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — More than a dozen people were injured and 30 fires were started by fireworks over the July 4th weekend in Maryland, the state fire marshal’s office said Monday. In total, 14 people...
View ArticleBaltimore And Howard Counties Will Have Fourth Of July Fireworks
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Fourth of July is fast approaching and while almost all of the festivities were canceled last year due to COVID, there are a few updates about which counties are choosing to...
View ArticleBaltimore Pools Opened Saturday, Celebration Postponed
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore pools are ready for summer as Recreation and Parks moves into Phase 2 reopening Saturday, in which city pools and more rec centers return. Starting Saturday, these 11 pools...
View ArticleOcean City Beach Patrol Is Officially On Duty For The Summer
OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — As of 10 a.m. Saturday, the Ocean City Beach Patrol is officially on duty for the summer. The men and women will patrol the beach from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every day throughout...
View Article125 Years Of Tradition: Towson Will Celebrate Soldiers & First Responders At...
TOWSON, Md. (WJZ) — The Towson community will celebrate 125 years of tradition at their annual Fourth of July parade on July 3. The year’s parade is dedicated to soldiers and first responders. The...
View ArticleCatonsville Will Hold Fourth Of July Fireworks On July 3
CATONSVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — The Catonsville Parade and Fireworks will be held this year on Saturday, July 3. In addition to the annual parade and fireworks show there will be a bike ride to Ft. McHenry,...
View ArticleHoward County To Host ‘Pre-Pandemic’ Fourth Of July Celebration
HOWARD COUNTY, Md. (WJZ) — Howard County announced that it’s expanding its Fourth of July celebration after it surpassed a milestone in its vaccination effort. More than 70 percent of the county’s...
View ArticleNaval Academy To Reopen For General Visitation Starting Friday, July 2
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WJZ) — After more than a year of restrictions due to covid-19, the U.S. Naval Academy was approved to transition back to allow general visitation starting Friday, July 2 at 7 a.m. The...
View ArticleAAA: Nearly 960,000 Marylanders Expected To Hit The Road For Independence Day...
NOTTINGHAM, Md. (WJZ) — More than 47.7 million Americans are expected to travel for the Fourth of July Holiday. At least, 43.6 million are expected to drive including 960,000 Marylanders. “Over the...
View ArticleState Fire Marshall Encourages Marylanders To Attend Public Firework Displays
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — With the Fourth of July weekend quickly approaching, officials are encouraging Marylanders to attend public firework displays. “I would highly suggest the safest way to enjoy...
View ArticleBaltimore City Will Not Host Fourth Of July Firework Display Despite Lifting...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — While some covid restrictions are being lifted, Fourth of July fireworks displays are being called off for the second year in a row. As of July 1, the mask mandate will be lifted in...
View ArticleBaltimore Officials Urge Safe Celebration For Fourth Of July
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore officials on Wednesday encouraged Independence Day fun, but warned against the use of illegal fireworks and other dangerous activities this weekend. Police Commissioner...
View ArticleExpect More Drivers On The Maryland Roads This July 4th Holiday
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — More drivers are expected on Maryland road this Fourth of July holiday weekend. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is urging motorists to buckle...
View ArticleDomino Sugar Sign Will Shine Over Baltimore Skyline Again On July 4th
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — There won’t be a public Fourth of July fireworks show this year in Baltimore City, but one iconic sign that’s been missing from the Baltimore skyline will shine again! The Domino®...
View Article1M Marylanders Expected To Travel This The Fourth Of July Holiday, Highest...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — At least one million Marylanders are expected to hit the road this Fourth of July weekend, the highest number in 20 years. “Well, I know to pack a lot of snacks in the car because the...
View ArticleFourth Of July Fireworks Displays Return To Maryland: Complete List
As Covid-19 restrictions ease in Maryland with more people getting vaccinated, it feels like everyone wants to celebrate both the nation’s Independence Day and freedom from the pandemic that gripped...
View ArticleYou Can Get Vaccinated Against COVID At The Howard County July 4th Celebration
COLUMBIA, Md. (WJZ) — If you’re headed to watch the fireworks at Lakefront at Columbia on the Fourth of July, you can get a coronavirus vaccination while you’re there. Care 4 Your Health will be at the...
View ArticleCapitol, Symbol Of Democracy, Off-Limits On Independence Day
WASHINGTON (AP) — As it has been for nearly 16 months, longer than any time in the nation’s history, the U.S. Capitol is closed to most public visitors. The one-two punch of the coronavirus pandemic...
View ArticleSykesville Celebrates 4th Of July On Main Street Voted Best In America
SYKESVILLE, Md. (WJZ) — A celebration one year in the making. The town of Sykesville being recognized for having the best Main Street in America. “It’s a beautiful little town,” said Ken Kruge, who was...
View ArticleFourth Of July Fireworks Canceled In Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — Ocean City officials announced that firework show displays have been canceled for the Fourth of July. Ocean City fire marshals are continuing safety inspections following an...
View Article‘Be Free, No Masks’ Marylanders Celebrate Fourth Of July Following Ease Of...
COLUMBIA, Md. (WJZ) –– There were lots of celebrations throughout the state this Fourth of July weekend. Many were excited to gather together again for the first time in over a year. Independence Day...
View ArticleSEE IT: Ocean City Fireworks Explode Accidentally During Setup On July 4th, 7...
OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ)– Ocean City Fire officials confirm several workers from a fireworks company were injured following an unintentional discharge of fireworks that were being set up on the beach near...
View ArticleMultiple Agencies Investigating Ocean City Fireworks Explosion, Remaining...
OCEAN CITY, Md. (WJZ) — The explosions of fireworks you heard Sunday sent beachgoers scrambling in Ocean City. Ocean City Bomb Squad personnel, ATF, and Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Bomb Squad are...
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