Lockheed Martin to pay $29.5 million to settle federal claims it discriminated against white workers
Lockheed Martin will pay $29.5 million to settle Trump administration claims that its diversity program discriminated against white workers.
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Expecting a new grandchild? Here’s why you may want to see your doctor before their birth
Having a new grandbaby? With respiratory viruses and measles circulating, doctors say grandparents, caretakers, and other families should check if these vaccines are up to date before the first visit
Will Democrats impeach Trump? Party leaders lay out priorities after winning control of Congress
Democrats say they're focused on affordability and accountability, with mixed views on impeachment.
JetBlue raises checked bag fees again ahead of holidays
The price climbs to $55 during peak travel periods, including Thanksgiving and the winter holidays, if passengers pay at least 24 hours before departure.
Leon Black sues US Rep. Robert Garcia for defamation over Epstein comments
Billionaire Leon Black on Wednesday filed a federal defamation lawsuit against California Rep. Robert Garcia for public comments the Democratic congressman made tying him to Jeffrey Epstein.
Randallstown apartment stabbing under investigation
Officers responded to the 9900 block of Tuscarora Road, according to preliminary information
3 executions scheduled for the same day in Indiana, Florida and Alabama
Florida, Indiana and Alabama are scheduled to carry out executions Thursday. Their guilt in murders has not been disputed, though lawyers and other advocates have cited reasons they should be given life sentences instead.
Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican
Bob Dylan visited with the American pope at the Vatican Wednesday — and it wasn't his first pontiff meeting.
John Nicks, legendary figure skating coach and champion maker, dies at 97
John Nicks, a renowned figure skating coach and former world pairs champion, died Monday at 97
New Baltimore County council members set to take office
The newly elected officials emphasized the importance of having a diverse council to address the County's challenges effectively.
From party control to voter turnout: These charts explain the 2026 midterm election results
Democrats swept Tuesday’s midterms, winning control of the House and Senate and flipping five governors’ races.
Report: LIV Golf's financial backer dropping plan for new league in 2027
LIV Golf's future is in doubt after a Financial Times report that its main investor is dropping plans for LIV 2.0. The report says the focus could shift to LIV liquidating its assets.
Canadian authorities say multiple grizzlies may have attacked mother and daughter found dead
More than one grizzly may have been involved in a bear attack that relatives say left a mother and daughter dead in British Columbia, an official said.
President Trump says he'll work with Democrats as White House warns against investigations
As Democrats prepare to take control of Congress, the White House is warning against investigations into President Donald Trump's administration. Democrats are also preparing to challenge his policies on healthcare and the war in Iran.
Baltimore dedicates West Peninsula Drive to Lindsey Vonn
The Olympic alpine ski racer has been the face of Baltimore-based Under Armour for two decades.
16 midterm races are within 1%. What could happen next?
Just 65 votes separate the two candidates in the closest race.
Republican redistricting failed to flip most targeted districts
More than 34 million people were assigned new congressional districts before the 2026 midterms, as redistricting battles reshape the House map.
Follow the journey: Training Gunner, WBAL-TV's Puppy with a Purpose
WBAL-TV 11 is marking America's 250th with the addition of the station's fourth Puppy with a Purpose!
Early Thanksgiving weather forecast | Weather Talk
WBAL-TV 11 Weather meteorologist Tony Pann discusses the November precipitation and temperature outlook.
Monarch butterflies get tiny tracking tags to map their 3,000-mile journey
Scientists have tagged nearly 1,750 monarchs to map their route and find critical stopover spots before they disappear. Here's what to know
Democrats will soon control Congress. How might Trump use veto power? What could override it?
With Democrats set to take over Congress, what is a presidential veto, and how do overrides work?
Voters overwhelmingly reject data centers in their communities on Election Day
Voters across the country overwhelmingly rejected a variety of AI data center ballot initiatives on Tuesday.
These are all the Senate, House and gubernatorial seats Democrats flipped
Democrats are on track to control the Senate and House next year after flipping key seats in a historic blue wave.
'Everlasting Love' singer Steve Ellis dies at 76
English singer Steve Ellis, known for the single "Everlasting Love," died on Friday, Oct. 30.
Rep. Johnny Olszewski outlines House agenda after midterm election
House Democrats are preparing an ambitious legislative agenda focused on affordability while opening investigations into corruption.
Democrats pledge affordability reforms as they prepare to take control of Congress
Democrats are promising to address affordability and other issues as they prepare to take control of Congress in January, while Republicans retain control during the lame-duck session.
Elon Musk spends big on losing efforts in 2026 midterm elections
Elon Musk spent nearly $500 million during the midterms to help elect Republicans. Most of it went to losing causes and candidates.
Kale chips recalled nationwide due to potential thallium contamination
Kale chips have been recalled nationwide over potential thallium contamination, which officials warn could cause nerve damage or hair loss.
Lions linebacker Jack Campbell says he has full movement in lower body after suffering neck injury
Detroit Lions All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell gave an update on his health days after he was carted off the field during a game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Democrats secure majority of governorships for first time in decades
Democrats scored victories in governor’s races in states long controlled by Republicans, including Texas and Georgia, riding a wave of voter discontent in Tuesday’s midterm elections.
Ravens finalizing trade for Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett: reports
The Baltimore Ravens are finaling a trade to acquire Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett, according to multiple reports.
What's next now that voters approved Question 3 on redistricting?
What's next for Maryland's congressional districts now that voters approved Question 3?
The key governor races to watch in the 2026 midterm election
Thirty-six states have gubernatorial contests on the ballot this year. Here are the key governor races to watch.
Florida authorities say 2 dead at Tampa office complex, including gunman shot by security guard
Florida authorities say a gunman opened fire at Citibank's business complex in suburban Tampa and killed a woman before a security guard fatally shot him.
Russian attacks disrupt power in Kyiv, while the death toll in a stricken village rises to 40
Russian attacks triggered power, water outages Wednesday across Kyiv while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the death toll rose to 40 in a stricken village.
Helicopter crashes into bay near Miami, killing 1 and injuring 2 others, officials say
One person was killed and two others were seriously injured on Wednesday when a helicopter crashed into Biscayne Bay near Miami, officials said.
Mississippi Senate race is still too close to call
The U.S. Senate race in Mississippi between Democrat Scott Colom and Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith is still too close to call as officials count provisional ballots.
Trump gives first public comments since GOP's deep losses in midterm elections
President Trump has given his first extended public comments since the midterms—speaking about his White House ballroom project.
What to know ahead of the Ravens-Jags Thursday Night Football game
The Ravens take on the Jacksonville Jaguars for a primetime Thursday Night Football game after a rough couple of days of injury news.
Vance blames Iran War for Republican midterm losses
Vice President JD Vance blamed Republicans’ sweeping midterm losses on the Iran War on Wednesday. President Donald Trump said he believes the war was worth the Senate.
What's next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?
Investigators have started the lengthy process of determining why a Learjet plummeted from the sky in Florida, killing all nine people on board.
Nonprofit's vital work assists authorities to find missing people
Chesapeake Search Dogs, a volunteer nonprofit, works with law enforcement and emergency agencies to locate missing individuals in wilderness areas, relying on trained K-9s and community support.
Republican redistricting sought a midterm edge. It didn’t work
Republicans' plan to redraw congressional districts to their advantage has failed to work in the midterm elections.
Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dead at 75
John Frieda, a celebrity hairstylist and beauty entrepreneur, has died.
Showers expected for Wednesday evening in Maryland
The dry and mild weather will continue in the Baltimore Metro through this afternoon. The pattern will change by the end of the week.
Revolve data breach exposed shoppers' saved card numbers and expiration dates
Revolve is notifying customers after a breach exposed saved card numbers and expiration dates. State filings list at least 197,072 affected residents across five states.
Lawsuit and ranked choice voting: Why Alaska could be slow — and controversial — to decide
It might take two weeks before a winner can be determined in Alaska, due to logistics and ranked choice voting. But how does that work?
A woman was arrested for blocking a delivery robot. She says she’ll do it again
"I was under the impression that I had more rights than the robot did," says a woman who was arrested in Philadelphia for blocking a delivery robot.
Scientists say they've found the strongest evidence yet of red blood cells in a dinosaur bone
Traces of prehistoric blood could reveal unprecedented clues about dinosaur biology, but they've been notoriously difficult to confirm. Now, researchers say they've found the strongest evidence yet of it.
Voters back abortion rights in 3 of 4 states where they were on the ballot
Abortion-rights advocates notched victories in Missouri, Nebraska and Virginia, but Idaho voters rejected a ballot measure that would've enshrined a right to abortion in state law.
Woman travels from Georgia to Kansas to vote after her absentee ballot never arrives
After her absentee ballot failed to arrive, Jesse Alexander traveled from Atlanta, Georgia, to Overland Park, Kansas, to vote in the 2026 midterm election.
Cornell rape investigation will be led by former prosecutor in Sean 'Diddy' Combs case
A reopened criminal investigation into gang rape allegations at Cornell University will be led by a former federal prosecutor who oversaw the sex crimes case against Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Ex-Prince Andrew called to testify in civil case, 1st royal in 156 years to get witness summons
The former Prince Andrew has been called to testify as a witness in a civil fraud trial, marking what is believed to be the first time in more than 150 years that a member of the royal family has received a witness summons, British media reported on Wednesday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson won't seek reelection as Republican leader: AP source
House Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek election as House Republican leader following the Democrats' wins in Congress, sources tell the Associated Press.
Stocks surge and the Dow soars 1,500 points as oil prices tumble following midterm elections
U.S. stocks are soaring as Wall Street sorts the winners from the losers following stunning losses for Trump’s party in the midterm elections.
A 3,200-pound NASA observatory plunged back to Earth today. Here's what to know
After nearly 22 years in space, NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory has met its fiery end. Here's what to know
Hawk rescued after being found grounded in a driveway. The 'mystery diagnosis' now solved
A hawk found grounded in a Virginia driveway was evaluated by wildlife experts, who said they've recently solved the mystery behind why it was unwilling to fly.
Ocean City elects new mayor unseating 20-year incumbent
Ocean City has elected a new mayor for the first time in 20 years, as Matt James unseated longtime mayor Rick Meehan in a tight race.
CVS to split into two companies in major breakup of its $117 billion healthcare empire
CVS Health announced Wednesday it is splitting into two companies, marking one of the largest shakeups in the healthcare industry.
Debris from Florida jet crash falls through woman's roof and into her kitchen
Exclusive pictures show suspected aircraft wreckage inside a West Palm Beach woman's kitchen as investigators confirm critical pieces of the jet broke off before the crash that killed nine people
Sister June Carpenter, one of the few remaining Shakers, dies in Maine. She was 88
Sister June Carpenter, one of the last members of the only remaining community of the Shaker religious movement, has died.
Ravens lose backup quarterback for season to toe injury
The Ravens continue to be bitten by the injury bug this season, as backup quarterback Tyler Huntley is done for the season.
Collins Dictionary has chosen its 2026 word of the year: How it 'outshines' the others
Collins Dictionary has named "mogging” — a slang word meaning to outshine someone or something — as its word of the year.
'A little bit homeless': Nicolas Cage says a sinkhole swallowed his Malibu home
The Academy Award winner opened up about his current living situation while on a Los Angeles Comic Con panel over Halloween weekend.
How Trump and Republicans lost the 2026 midterm elections, according to The AP Voter Poll
President Trump's failure to deliver on key promises and his endorsement of flawed candidates weakened Republican support, according to findings from The AP Voter Poll.
Iranian officials say midterm results show US voters have rejected Trump's war
Iranian officials on Wednesday celebrated U.S. voters’ rebuke of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump in the midterm elections, as the region waited to see how the results could affect the Iran war.
Janeese Lewis George is Washington's next mayor. Now come the challenges, starting with Trump
It’s official — Janeese Lewis George will be the new mayor of Washington, D.C. She practically ran unopposed in Tuesday’s general election after winning the Democratic primary earlier this year.
Democrats gain control of the House and Senate — What happens now?
Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate in a historic midterm election, marking a significant shift in power for the Trump administration.
Election Results: Anne Arundel County executive race
Here are 2026 election results for Anne Arundel County executive.
US cruise ship that suspended global voyage over fuel costs no passengers
A U.S. cruise ship that forced all its passengers to disembark in Cambodia after suspending its operations last week has departed the Southeast Asian nation with only crew aboard, Cambodian officials said Wednesday.
Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states — and for the nation
Most of these firsts are Democrats, but the GOP has also broken some new ground.
Israel’s president accepts certified election results, will start consultations for new government
Israeli President Isaac Herzog accepted on Wednesday the certified results from last week’s vote, and said he would begin consultations with party representatives regarding the formation of a new government.
Nevada Democrat Aaron Ford defeats Republican Joe Lombardo to become state’s first Black governor
Nevada’s Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford has won the race for governor, ousting Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo and becoming the state’s first Black governor.
Paul Pelosi prohibited from driving after pleading no contest to hit-and-run charge
Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was prohibited from driving for six months and ordered to complete a work program after pleading no contest Tuesday to a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge.
Officials: 2 missing Colorado college students died after 'catastrophic failure' during hike
Officials said two college students who were found dead following a hike in Colorado died after a "catastrophic failure" of their equipment.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, will become first Muslim senator
Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter campaign for Michigan’s open Senate seat, giving the Democratic Party’s left wing a breakthrough victory in one of the nation’s most important swing states.
Hakeem Jeffries poised to make history as the first Black speaker of the House
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is on the cusp of making history as the nation’s first Black speaker of the House, a generational shift in U.S. politics after Democrats trounced Republicans to win majority control of the chamber in the midterm elections.
Maine Sen. Susan Collins concedes to Democrat Troy Jackson
Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins has conceded to Democrat Troy Jackson, ending her race for a sixth term.
Democrats just took back control of Congress. What’s next?
Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, creating opportunities to challenge President Donald Trump’s agenda while facing internal divisions and legislative hurdles.
Election Results: Baltimore County executive race
Democrat Julian Jones is the projected winner of the 2026 Baltimore County executive race.
Election Results: Gov. Wes Moore projected to win re-election
Here are the 2026 election results for governor of Maryland.
Election Results: Howard County executive race
Here are 2026 election results for Howard County executive.
White House official: 'Buckle up' after midterm results
After Democrats scored midterm wins, a White House official blamed Republican candidates, saying voters will regret picking Democrats.
Democrats clinch control of US Senate as party notches several major wins
Democrats have secured control of the U.S. Senate after flipping several key battleground seats.
Pastor Adam Hamilton ousts GOP Sen. Roger Marshall, Democrats' 1st Senate win in Kansas in 94 years
Democrat Adam Hamilton's victory was historic, snapping a 94-year losing streak for Kansas Democrats in Senate races — the nation's longest.
James Talarico notches historic U.S. Senate win, a first for Texas since 1988
James Talarico has won the U.S. Senate election in Texas, the Associated Press projects, securing Democrats their first Senate win in the Lone Star State since 1988.
Sherrod Brown flips Senate seat in Ohio for Democrats by ousting Sen. Jon Husted
Former Sen. Sherrod Brown defeated Republican Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio on Tuesday, flipping a seat that was crucial to Democrats' strategy to retake the chamber.
Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeats incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott in Texas race
Democrat Gina Hinojosa has won Texas' gubernatorial election, defeating longtime incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott.
Democrats poised to control US House after winning key battleground races
The Democratic Party is poised to control the U.S. House of Representatives after winning key battleground races
Amy Acton wins historic Ohio governor’s race following campaign shaken by controversial ad
Democrat Amy Acton has won the Ohio gubernatorial election, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.
Annie Andrews defeats Sen. Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, in South Carolina Senate race
Democrat Annie Andrews has won the U.S. Senate election in South Carolina, defeating Sen. Darline Graham in a major upset.
Rain arrives Thursday in the Baltimore area
The rain will break the 18-day streak of dry weather
Democrat Roy Cooper wins North Carolina Senate seat, flipping a key GOP-held seat
Former Gov. Roy Cooper’s win against Republican Michael Whatley gives Democrats a key victory as they try to gain at least four seats now held by Republicans.
Byron Donalds wins Florida governor’s race, becoming state’s first Black governor
Byron Donalds has been elected Florida’s first Black governor, defeating David Jolly in a race that tightened down the stretch.
Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history as the first Black woman elected governor in the US
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms was elected governor of Georgia on Tuesday, making history as the first Black woman to be elected governor in the United States
North Korea launches unidentified projectile toward the sea
North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the sea on Wednesday, South Korea's military said.
Police investigate 8-vehicle crash on Northern Parkway
Police said the tow truck struck seven vehicles, including a school bus from The Boys' Latin School of Maryland.
Maryland voters share mixed reactions to election results
See 2026 election results for Maryland governor, attorney general, comptroller, members of Congress, and county executive races.
Here's how to get severe weather alerts to your phone
This is a step-by-step guide to get customized weather alerts from WBAL-TV 11 Weather. It's the best way to stay informed about severe weather in Maryland.
7-Day Forecast & Weather Maps
Browse Maryland weather maps from WBAL-TV 11 Weather.