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Security The Main Concern For Police Ahead Of Inner Harbor July 4th Fireworks...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Crowds were already rolling in Tuesday afternoon, hours ahead of the fireworks show above the Inner Harbor. With an estimated 100,000 people expected to descend on downtown, security...
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‘Four For The Fourth’ Race Takes Off In Towson For Independence Day
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Early risers this 4th of July had the opportunity to actually run through the streets of downtown Towson. It was the second annual ‘Four for the Fourth’ race. About 500 runners...
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Baltimore Celebrates The Fourth With Fireworks At The Inner Harbor
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Hundreds flocked to downtown Baltimore to celebrate America’s Independence Day. From food, to music, and of course, the fireworks, there was a lot to take in. Of course, a lot went...
View ArticleTop 5 Games To Play At The 4th Of July BBQ Ranked
By Ryan Mayer Fourth of July is upon us! A time to bring the family and friends together, get outside, throw some various assorted meats on the grill and enjoy some beverages (adult and otherwise)....
View ArticleBaltimore Preparing For Dazzling July 4th Celebration
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Thousands are expected at the Inner Harbor Wednesday night for a massive fireworks display, and preparations are underway on a barge in the Curtis Bay section of Baltimore. “There’s...
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‘I Just Love America’: Man Transforms Front Lawn Into American Flag For July 4th
Norwood, MA (WBZ) — The Fourth of July holiday is a time when many Americans like to break out the patriotic displays, but Arthur McCann takes it to another level. The Norwood resident has transformed...
View ArticleAAA: Record-Breaking Travel Expected For July 4th
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — If your bags are packed and ready to go, be prepared for a whole lot of company as you hit the roads for the Fourth of July. AAA Mid-Atlantic says nearly 40 million Americans will be...
View ArticleRed, White And Brutal: Marylanders Brave Heat For July 4th Celebrations
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The heat has been deadly in other states, but it’s not keeping Baltimoreans indoors. Many pushed through their Fourth of July plans under the beating summer sun. Independence Day...
View ArticleAAA: More Than One Million Marylanders Will Travel For July 4th Holiday
TOWSON, Md. (WJZ) — Hitting the road this Fourth of July holiday? You won’t be alone! AAA predicts more than one million Marylanders will take to the roads, skies, rails and waterways for the...
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Best Sports Moments In July 4th History
Bryan Altman, CBS Local Sports While the Fourth of July is synonymous with many things – such as patriotism, barbecues and fireworks – one thing America’s independence day doesn’t bring to mind is...
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Everything You Need To Know About Trump’s Takeover Of DC’s 4th Of July
(CNN) — Washington, DC, always puts on a show for the Fourth of July, but for the first time this year, President Donald Trump is personally planning and throwing together his own Independence Day...
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How To Watch The 4th Of July “Salute To America’
President Donald Trump is set to honor America's armed forces with music, military demonstrations, flyovers and much more in the administration's "Salute to America" on July 4th.
View ArticleWATCH | Man Burns American Flag Outside Virginia Walmart On July 4th
HAYES, Va. (WJZ) — A man was arrested after he burned an American flag outside a Virginia Walmart on the Fourth of July. The York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office posted a video showing Mitchell Stauffer as...
View ArticleCoronavirus Latest: Delaware Governor Closes Bars In Beach Towns Indefinitely
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (WJZ) — Delaware Gov. John Carney has ordered the closures of beach bars ahead of the July 4th holiday weekend. Carney also said the state would not move into phase three of its...
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July 4th Could Create ‘The Perfect Storm’ For Spreading Coronavirus,...
(CNN) — As the Fourth of July weekend nears, an infectious disease doctor said the United States could be heading into “the perfect storm” for a spike in new coronavirus cases. “It’s set up a perfect...
View ArticleOfficials Urge Marylanders To Keep COVID-19 Precautions In Mind During Fourth...
HANOVER, Md. (WJZ) – The Maryland Department of Transportation is urging everyone to travel with safety in mind this Fourth of July amid the COVID-19 pandemic. While its important for drivers to slow...
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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...
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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 ArticleNatural Resources Police Enforcing ‘Operation Dry Water’ July 4th Weekend;...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The July 4th holiday weekend means more boaters on the water, which can also bring an increase in boating incidents and fatalities. From July 3-5, the Maryland Natural Resources...
View ArticleMore Drivers Expected On The Road For July 4th Holiday As Maryland Continues...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — As more Marylanders venture out and choose road trips for family vacations, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is expecting high traffic...
View ArticleAhead Of July 4th, Baltimore Officials Warn Of Dangers With Illegal...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Baltimore’s iconic July 4th fireworks display will not be happening this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the July 4th holiday weekend approaches, city officials are reminding...
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Maryland Weather: Friday Will Be Hottest Day Of 2020; July 4th Weekend Looks...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The long July 4th weekend will be hot, with Friday set to be the hottest day of 2020 so far. Temperatures across Maryland on Friday will reach the mid-90s to even the upper 90s, with...
View ArticleState, Local Leaders Urge Caution July 4th Weekend Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — This holiday weekend will be unusual; Americans will celebrate the Fourth of July in the middle of a pandemic. As other states are forced to re-implement restrictions, Maryland...
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 ArticleJuly 4th Weather Forecast: Cooler Temperatures, Slight Chance Of Afternoon...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Welcome to the July 4th holiday weekend! For the holiday, except slightly cooler afternoon temperatures, which will top out in the upper 80’s to near 90 degrees. There will be a...
View ArticleMaryland National Guard’s 229th Army Band Records July 4th Performance To...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — While some local Fourth of July events have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still get your fill of patriotic songs! It’s all thanks to the Maryland National...
View ArticleJuly 4th Fireworks: Where To Watch In Maryland
With coronavirus still impacting Maryland and social distancing requirements and orders against large gatherings, there won't be many options for live fireworks.
View ArticleBaltimore Symphony Orchestra Releases Celebratory July 4th Video
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra announced Saturday the release of a celebratory July 4th video featuring Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture. With submissions from around the State of...
View Article‘It’s A Bummer’| July 4th Celebrations In Maryland Look Different Due To...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The July 4th holiday was quite different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in Maryland are on the steady decline, Baltimore took...
View ArticleAir Force, Marine Corps Jets Fly Over Baltimore July 4th As Part Of ‘Salute...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Five waves of Air Force and Marine Corps jets flew over Baltimore City on July 4th in honor of Independence Day. WJZ captured video of the flyover Saturday. Other cities, including...
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 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 ArticleBody Discovered Off I-695 Could Be Man Missing Since July 4th
DUNDALK, Md. (WJZ) — Maryland State Police are investigating the discovery of a body found off of I-695 in eastern Baltimore County and believe it may be a man who went missing following a car crash on...
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 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 ArticleAirlines Struggling To Keep Up With Travel Demand As More Americans Make...
BALTIMORE (WJZ) — As Americans hit the road for travel in record numbers since the start of the pandemic, the question now is if the travel industry is ready for the surge. A lady shared this photo...
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 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. That’s the highest number in 20 years. “Well, I know to pack a lot of snacks in the car...
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...
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Vaccination Disparities Reflect ‘Two Americas’ This July 4th
(CNN) — Millions of Americans have their lives and livelihoods back and are basking in a summer of freedom. But a divided nation’s varied faith in vaccines and a more infectious Delta variant of the...
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