mayor stephanie rawlings-blake expressed confidence today that plan. >> this is a search in earnest. we're looking interleague and an externally. i'm looking for taking advantage -- internally and an externally. i'm looking forward to taking advantage of what we can do with this position. >> the mayor said she would like to see a replacement chosen prior to bealefeld's departure, which is slated for august. he held the position as top cop for five years. >> jury deliberations have ended for the day against julius henson, a man accused of using robo calls to suppress the black voter turnout in the previous election. >> in the first robo call case in december involving ehrlich campaign manager paul schurick, the jury deliberated about four hours. not this time around jurors in this case deliberated yesterday and went home all -- and all day today and what how without reaching a decision. julius tenzin is accused in four different election law violations. he is the author of the robo call in 2010 that prosecutors say tried to suppress the black voter turnout. at the time, he was a consu

. >> in an unusual move, mayors -- mayor stephanie rawlings-blake goes before the board next week. david collins joins us in the newsroom with the latest. >> supporters of city hall are hoping a third time is the charm. a new company that will manage baltimore city's grand prix event. >> it is refreshing to know that andretti motorsports is coming into team in -- team up with a local businessman to deliver the second grand prix. >> they're also responsible for the track and grant them out. >> for the race itself, operationally, it is a good thing. >> is a good thing for the city, but i do not think it is a good thing for the taxpayers when schools are crumbling. >> this new agreement has more protections for the city. under the terms, the grand prix will be conducted each year in baltimore for the next five. it can% tax will be placed on each ticket. a flat fee of $350,000 to the city will increase each year. and they will provide $50,000 each year in community impact fees, which will include cleaning and green efforts. the city will have a base return of $1 million each year for t

mayor stephanie rawlings-blake says no more cash will be funneled to the labor day event. the series is reportedly looking to replace the organizer because the company missed several planning deadlines. the mayor did say the city remains in negotiations with the group and a new racing contract is still on the table. while the dollar getting siphoned off, money is tight in other areas of the city budget. some are sounding off about why they believe things will be shortchanged. >> taxpayers night at city hall is kind of like an open mike night. the big topic is how the proposed city budget could have a negative impact on the city's youth. >> we need to show more interest in our children. >> is the taxpayers chance to give a piece of their mind about taxes, spending, and cuts. almost everyone was focused on the kids. >> our children are what is important. locking them up is not the priority. educating them, loving them, and caring for them is the priority. >> a 14-year-old children and mentoring program matches up seniors with students in kindergarten and grade schoolers. >>

delegate pat mcdonough is challenging mayor stephanie rawlings-blake to a debate.olice have in custody and are questioning the person who they say ignited a security scare at the umbc campus at catonsville. authorities responded to a 911 call early this morning from a student who said she saw men displaying a gun in his car on the northern part of the campus. police are not releasing the name of the suspect because he has not yet been charged with anything. grace the u.s. department of transportation is shutting down dozens of what are being called curbside bus companies. at least one of those companies was operating in the state of maryland. brian moore has details. >> after a series of deadly crashes talks the federal government slamming the brakes on more than two dozen bus companies. is the largest crackdown in history. >> by ignoring safety rules, these operators killed zero passengers and other motorists, and shutting them down will save lives. >> new york city chuck schumer has introduced legislation to make it harder for roby carriers to operate. >> did you

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baltimore mayor stephanie rawlings-blake addressed the class of 2012 in mid-may. she was the youngest person ever elected to the baltimore city council. here is her speech on the campus town house green. it is about 15 minutes. [applause] >> good morning. i can say i have never seen a group of people more excited about a green door. thank you very much for inviting me to speak to you on this absolutely beautiful day. i was promised by president there would be a few people from baltimore. are there any people from baltimore? thank you very much. now my nerves are gone, i know there are some hometown folks in the crowd. today is a culmination not just of the last four years, but of a lifetime of hard work for the students who are here today. i promised the students a commencement address of no less than nine minutes. and i intend to keep my word, so get comfortable. to the graduates, i want to congratulate you on completing your undergraduate education. each and everyone of you are about to join a very distinguished fraternity. my dear friends and colleagues -- my d

. >> reporter: now mayor stephanie rawlings-blake says she respects bealefeld's decision and said that hey has made a great impact on this city. >> it was tough decision for him to maifnlgt i have to respect he wants to spend more time with his family. he's been a great commission per, been here twice as long as the average listing commissioner for a city this size. and we will provide baltimore the next great police commissioner that will take us to the next level. >> reporter: the commissioner wasn't the only high profile resignation. the architect on a lot of the public safety measures in baltimore also resigned. sheryl bernstein, the wife of state's attorney gregg bernstein is calling it quits. when asked about that, the mayor said, quote, i'm starting my first full term has mayor, and of quote. brian kuebler, abc2 news. >> to hear more from bealefeld, check it out sunday morning at 11. >>> a day to honor our fallen heroes killed in the line of duty. friends and survivors were there at the memorial gardens. it honored hunter. hunter was killed one year ago in the line of duty tryin

. >> we are hearing mayor stephanie rawlings-blake has donated her office box. at least 27 nonprofit groups have used the group -- box this year. the mayor's office says the box is 34 groups to use for fund- raising purposes. at least one watch dog group says the mayor needs to develop a formal policy for how it is used. the governor made another appearance on nbc. he appeared with newt gingrich. the hot topic was mitt romney versus president obama in november. >> obama picking a fight over the economy is probably the worst strategy for his campaign. >> i would like to disagree. we've driven unemployment down to three-year lows. home foreclosures are lower now than when he took office. we have put together the american people with effective leadership. 26 months in a row of private sector job growth. >> you can watch the full debate on line. go to wbaltv.com and click politics. we're told train service has been suspended temporarily because of broken overhead wires north of baltimore. people traveling between new york and you see can expect significant delays. -

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pat mcdonough says that's mayor stephanie rawlings-blake has the power to make a difference, but unless she starts enforcing the nighttime curfew for teenagers, she needs to step down. community activists are calling for his apology, but mcdonald insists he will not back down from his recent comments about what he calls "roving mobs of black youths causing violence around the inner harbor." >> problems we are addressing, street crime and mob actions at the violence, are black people, black kids. that is its. >> the mayor's office responded by saying that pat mcdonough is trying to draw attention away from earlier comments, and points to the work that the police department is doing to reduce crime in the city. >> we started off the day with dense fog and now we have broken away for sunshine. humidity at 72%. we're expecting more of a south, southeasterly flow as we head to the afternoon. . that will trigger thunderstorms and a cold front nearby. chance of may be an isolated thunderstorm through the afternoon and early evening. this threat should start to dissipate as we head into the nig

mayor stephanie rawlings-blake and police commissioner fred bealefeld were will to see the fin nshing touches -- finishing touches. >> partnering with them to provide the security and presence needed so the individuals can feel self-coming into this commercial corridor, not only to shop but to attract new businesses to the area. >> in 2011 the city watch program led to more than 1200 arrests. 144 were violent crimes, including robbery and assault. >>> with the job market still struggling to recover many workers are thinking about going back to school. while that may seem like an expensive decision, there are tips to help reduce that cost. >> reporter: going back to school could be cheaper than you think. there are ways to make self-ing -- saving for college easier. first, you can search for thousands of free classes on line through an open course consortium. you just type in what you're looking for like history or engineer and the site will give you links to hundreds of classes. if you want recommendations on which might be best for you check out education-portal.com. there's advice a

. >>> in the wake of these incidents, state delegate pat mcdonogh is challenging mayor stephanie rawlings-blake to debate her crime-fighting efforts. political reporter pat warren has the mayor's response. >> reporter: delegate pat mcdonogh claims mayor stephanie rawlings-blake is sweeping crime under the rug. >> this is an issue about a city that is at risk. about a city that if it doesn't overcome crime, crime is going to overcome it. >> reporter: the baltimore county delegate is now challenging the mayor to a debate. issuing a release, headlined, black youth mob. >> city watch confirms we have a large, large group of juveniles. >> reporter: are evidence of the problem. >> this is a long-term, campaign of awareness. the baltimore city problem is not the only problem. there are problems in baltimore county. and there are problems around the state. >> reporter: but fights, murders and shootings, make the city and mayor rawlings-blake his priority. >> probably more useful if he would have debated himself and the other colleagues that supported the doomsday budget in the state. >> mcdonogh said h

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. >>> state delegate pat mcdonogh challenges mayor stephanie rawlings-blake to a debate on her crime-fightingpolitical reporter pat warren has the mayor's response. >> reporter: delegate pat mcdonogh claims mayor stephanie rawlings-blake is sweeping crime under the rug. >> this is an issue about a city that is at risk. about a city that if it doesn't overcome crime, crime is going to overcome it. >> reporter: the del -- baltimore delegate is now chunking the mayor to -- challenging the mayor to a debate. incidents, including this attack on a tourist on st. patrick's day, and the release of this dispatch. >> city confirms, we have a large, large group of juveniles. >> this is a long-term problem with awareness. there are problems in baltimore county. problems around the state. >> reporter: but fights, murders and shootings make the city and mayor rawlings-blake his priority. >> probably more useful if he would get the support of his are the colleagues. >> mcdonogh said he voted against it because it included tax increases. but mayor rawlings-blake says funding is critical to crimefighting. >>

. >>> /6añsill approved mayor stephanie rawlings blake tax cut.ion calls for a created homeowner's tax credit i programs the mayor's office said would be paid for money that was generated by slots and reducing spending over the next several years. the owner of a home valued at $200,000 would see a tax reduction of $40 in 2013 k growing to $400 by 2020. >>> consumer alert to dog owners, diamond is recalling a third type of dry dog food because of salmonella concerns. the latest involves diamond puppy formula. no canine illnesses have been reported. they will recall chicken soup or pet lovers soul and diamond natural lamb meal and rice. head to ow website abc2news.com, for a full list for you. abc2news.com. >>> wal-mart moms. >> a group of mothers could play a role in the upcoming election. linda so is here to explain what this is about. >> with money tight for a lot of families, moms are having to juggle finances and make sure ends meet, moms like anna, shops at wal-mart and pitches pennies on a tight budge budget and is part of a new group. they h

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and mayor stephanie rawlings blake said non-fatal shootings are down 16% from this time last year. baltimore county police trying to locate the shooter or shooter is responsible for a memorial day drive by that left a man in a critical condition. officers say the 24 -- 23-year victim was in parkville when a car pulled up next to him and the passenger reportedly started firing shots. a resident at the welcome inn said she woke up startled by the shots and a man screaming for his life. >> when the paramedics got here he said he did not want to die. he was screaming, and they were trying to calm wind down. >> anyone -- with information is asked to call baltimore county police, 307-2020. well, and has -- >> well, it has turned out to be a jerri de -- dreary day even though it has broken. it was another warm day compared to normal. 77 at bwi. heading to the low 80's this afternoon but at least getting away from the 90 degree heat. humidity is still high and we still could have sprinkles later today until the front finally clears out. but, the dry weather is still on its way and we will

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morning delegate pat mcdonough will hold a news conference at 11 calling for boughtmore mayor stephanie rawlings-blakesshe calls for a solution summit and curfew city wide. he says the mayor is absent without leadership. he says she is engaging in cover-up type policy. he says criminal acts and violent behavior has been reoccurring in the inner harbor area. last week he asked the governor to declare the harbor a no travel zone until it is safe. he he also sparked outrage over the comments about black mobs. he says the inner harbor could be safe with the proper leadership and a solution summit and city wide curfew. he also says the mayor is forcing out her two top public safety advisers at the worst possible time. mcdonough says the mayor is pressuring the resignation of police commissioner fred bealfield bealefeld and last week the mayor refused to comment on the black mob comment and her spokespeople said it's disrespectful to the police department and the efforts to lower crime. head to our wmar facebook fan page and tell us what you think about his comments. >>> a superintendent of the baltimore co

some are calling it race bathing a spokesperson for the city mayor stephanie rawlings- blake said thisas a race shallly charged publicity -- racially charged publicity stunt undeserving of a response. anderson says mcdonough is motivated by publicity. >> to ignore it and cover it it up is not going to go away what happens if someone is murder? will someone say he is right? >> i've -- i invite him to come downtown to see exactly what the police are doing are with our kids and perhaps maybe he wouldn't make statements like this. >> reporter: in response to mcdonoug's comments the pair -- mash's office put out a release since 2006 juvenilehomicides down 50% and shootings down 70%. >>> you can imagine the story is generating a lot of comments online and it's not too late for you to weigh in. just head to the wmar facebook fan page and leave your thoughts. >>> dozens of world leaders will be in maryland today. they will be joining president obama for the group of 8 economic summit at camp david known as the g8. this is the video of the prime minister of italy arriving at andrews air force b

a spokesperson for mayor stephanie rawlings blake says a proposal to add advertisements to city-owned builds like parking garages and even schools is very close to becoming a reality. >> we support this and my community is in support of it. >> i very much, like i said, support this bill because it is needed. now, the three fire companies would close on july 1st, and right now they're just not sure, you know, with the added revenue this would help save the company. reporting live in downtown baltimore, sharree johnson, abc 2 news. >>> the general election will not only be a political battle to watch come november, now same-sex marriage is going to be put to vote here in maryland. the maryland marriage alliance says it's admitted 13,000 voter signatures last night. that's more than twice the number needed to take this issue to referendum. the issue has divided many in maryland. >> every poll is nothing but propaganda at this point because what we are seeing is that countless, thousands of marylands around the state want to see marriage go on the ballot, but they also want to see it defi

a spokesperson for baltimore mayor stephanie rawlings blake says a proposal to add advertisements to city-owned buildings like parking garages and even schools is very close to becoming a reality. >> we've got to figure out how to right size the department so the city can afford the fire department and that's what we're doing. >>reporter: now, the three fire companies would actually close when the next fiscal year starts and that's on july 1st. right now some are saying there's just not enough time to bring in this money to prevent the closures. reporting live in downtown baltimore, sharree johnson, abc 2 news. >>> a family in hartford county lost their home to a fire, now the community is rallying, helping them out once again. this happened in the 2400 block of dixie lane early yesterday morning in forest hills. the family all got out safely, but the home was a total loss. investigators are still looking for the cause. meanwhile, a friend said you can drop off items to the bel aire volunteer fire department. that family needs everything from clothes to new furniture. >>> news time 5

mayor stephanie rawlings blake says any revenue from those ads is not likely to come in in time to do that. a spokesman for the mayor also told abc 2 news that the mayor does not take positions on resolutions and won't comment until she sees an actual bill on fire truck ads. now, he did say a proposal to add advertisements to city- owned buildings like parking garages and even schools is very close to becoming a reality. now, councilman pete welch actually made this proposal about the ads on fire trucks. he did this in response to a plan to permanently close three fire companies around the city. this includes truck 10 in west baltimore and squad 11 in southeast baltimore. >> you can't put a price on human life and this is a measure that not only provides fire companies to be around, but to protect lives. >>reporter: now, the three fire companies would actually close when the next fiscal year starts and that's on july 1st. reporting live in downtown baltimore, sharree johnson, abc 2 news. >>> new this morning, a metro worker is recovering from serious injuries after being hit by a trai

a spokesperson for baltimore city mayor stephanie rawlings blake says a proposal to add advertisements to city-owned buildings like parking garages and even pools is very close to becoming a reality. now, the head of the city's fire union says after some initial skepticism he and his members are now in favor of the idea of ads on their trucks, especially if it might keep those fire companies open. >> we realize that what this really means is how desperate times we're in. we do support this bill. >>reporter: now, three fire companies would close when the next fiscal year starts on july 1st. reporting live in downtown baltimore, sharree johnson, abc 2 news. >>> a community is now coming together, helping a hartford county family who lost their home to the fire. this happened in the 2400 block of dixie lane yesterday morning in forest hill. we told you about this on "good morning maryland." the family all got out safely, but the home is a total loss. investigators are still looking for a cause. a friend says you can help out this family by dropping off items to the bel aire volunteer fire

now, a spokesman for mayor stephanie rawlings blake says any revenue from those ads is not likely coming in time to do that. a spokesperson for rawlings blake told abc 2 news that she does not take a position on resolutions and will not comment until she sees an actual bill on fire truck ads. he did say a proposal to add signs to city-owned parking garages and even schools is very close to becoming a reality. pete well ch made the plan to permanently close three fire companies around the city. this includes truck 10 in west baltimore and squad 11 in southeast baltimore. >> you can't put a price on human life and this is a measure that not only provides for these fire companies to be around, but to protect lives. >>reporter: so back out here live, again, the three fire companies would close when the next fiscal year starts on july 1st. right now it's tough to see how any ads on fire trucks would be ready in time to make enough money to save the companies. reporting live in downtown baltimore, sherree johnson, abc 2 news. >>> a metro worker who became trapped under a train is recovering in

. >> and mayor stephanie rawlings-blake expects the largest crowd yet.s the largest free arts festival and is expected to have a $25 million impact object city of baltimore. time right now is 5:26. 6 degrees on tv hill. >> only coming up -- >> investigators in harford county make a gruesome discovery. the remains of one person in several different places. i'm lowell melser. we'll have the latest on this murder investigation coming up. >> the nation's capital has been invaded by bees. spelling bees. >> thunderstorms in the seven-day forecast. we'll show you that in a few minutes. >> we'll also take a look at your morning commute. we'll let you know if there are any delays or problem spots to >> good morning, everybody. welcome back to 11 news today. i'm stan stovall. >> and i'm jennifer franciotti. tony pann, looks like we might be in for a great day. >> still going to make it into the 80's, but it will feel a lot bet emplet you've probably noticed the winds have shifted to the northwest. that's what's going to get rid of the humidity. the dew points are

. >>> a state delegate is calling for mayor stephanie rawlings blake to take action or resign. the back and forth is getting ugly. >> state delegate pat mcdonalds donalds -- mcdonna said they were fearing for their safety. he called the group a young black mob that sur rounded his car. >> you have to be accurate when you describe a crime screen. >> the phrase drew criticism from mayor stephanie rawlings black friday. >> certainly sending the wrong message. >> now this rebut l aimed at the mayor. >> i'm calling on her to resign with the caveat that i'll with draw that request if she begins to do something. my problem with the mayor is she appears to be engaging in a cover up type policy. the crime issue is not as bad as we think it is. >> a spokesman says he's trying to distract attention from his racial comments. so far this year downtown crime is down with gun crimes down 36% and robberies down 17%. video of this attack against a tourist on saint patrick's day made national head lines. last week police released records about another large disturbance. >> it was confirmed we ha

. -- stephanie rawlings blake. mayor said the city is still in negotiations with the group. she said she is still confident that the event will continue. >> we have an opportunity to bring over 47 million economic activity into the city. i am hopeful that with the involvement that it will happen. >> while an erasing contract is still on the table, the mayor says what is not an option, spending any more money on the event. the public will have a chance to you evidence of george hughley, who was convicted of killing yardly love. the evidence will be on display may 15 and 16th and will include photographs. autopsy photographs and other sensitive evidence will not be shown. recording, reproduction or replay of the evidence is prohibited, and electronic devices will not be allowed during the tuning -- the reviewing spirited he is sentenced on august 30. >> because of new rules, the department of agriculture will be able to jump on sources of contaminated meat much more quickly. this will allow inspectors to start investigating potential sources as soon as the first test indicate

martin o'malley and mayor stephanie rawlings-blake join in the celebration of landmark law making todaypartment of public resources has been working to restore the cemetery today. over 50,000 people are buried at the cemetery, many who helped to shape our city. the john edwards lawyers tried to make the case that money you -- money that went to support his mistress was not a campaign contribution. she testified in federal court today. money from two wealthy donors is still not on disclosure reports before it -- because the federal election commission decided it was not a campaign competition. -- contribution. several fires in the phoenix, ariz. area continue burning tonight as firefighters work to get them under control. so far, they've destroyed a total of nearly 9,000 acres. one known as the gladiator fire has forced mandatory evacuations. >> are you a custom monster? >> your name could be on a database for business owners, telling them who to watch out for. how it all works in our consumer alert. >> we just looked at each other and start crying like this is not happening. gregg's mor

the governor and mayor stephanie rawlings blake give honor.r stabbed her daughter and the workers threw chairs at her and held her down. >>> the plan on trial -- the man on trial for writing the script of the robocalls will testify on his own defense. we spoke exclusively with jell laws julius -- julius when ton. >> will you take the stand? >> yes, i'm going to take the stand probe starting tomorrow. >> julius henson awaiting his turn to tell jurors about the robocall he wrote. it sparked controversy by telling 112,000 registered democrats that there was no need to go vote was martin omaly was already winning. >> relax, everything is fine. the only thing left is to watch on tv tonight. >> that call already earned a criminal con vuks for the -- conviction for the campaign manager. it did not contain the authority authorization. henson says he'll tell the jury it's not his fault. >> we're going to convince them that the call was not my responsibility. the auto call tag that's in question was not my responsibility. it was outside the scope of an

. >> the baltimore city council has approved a measure sponsored by mayor stephanie rawlings- blake toce the city property tax rate by 20 cents by the year 2020. kallman said that $200,000 would see an annual tax reduction of $40 in 2013, and it would grow by $400 by 2020. it would be paid for by reduced see spending and revenue generated by it in future slots locations. donnan pet foods is recalling a type of dry dog food because of salmonella concerns. here is what you need to look for pick it is called diamond puppy formula dry dog food, and is sold in 12 states, including maryland. the plant where it was manufactured is the same one that made mold contaminated food that did killed dozens of dogs back in 2005. so far no canine illnesses have been reported from this particular product. for more information, head to our website, wbaltv.com, and click on consumer alert. across the u.s., lending to small businesses fell considerably in the month of march compared to december, the index dropped by 12%. analysts attributed to many companies being hesitant to borrow since the recession bec

. >>> baltimore mayor stephanie rawlings-blake is standing by her decision to close several recreation hard choices have to be made. >> the status quo is not an option. we know that we have an outdated system of rec centers that were built for a time that has passed. >> reporter: the mayor says the city will spend $19 million building and expanding other rec centers across the city. according to our media partner, the baltimore sun, officials will shut down four baltimore rec centers after the conclusion of summer programs in late august. >>> it is a mild spring afternoon, across central maryland, outside. cloudy. and feels a bit humid. bob is here now with the updated numbers. bob? >> oddly enough, just 40 to 50 miles southwest of us, it's a lot sunnier and a lot warmer. and because of that dividing line, we have showers breaking out across portions of far western maryland. around here, it's quiet. but as you can see around the hancock, berkeley springs area, in the adjacent areas of west virginia, shower and even thundershower activity developing this afternoon. moving off to the eas

today, mayor stephanie rawlings- blake announced award-winning singer-songwriter brian mcknight. and features attention. 20 tents designed by different artists and face forward interactive 16-foot sculpture. art scape runs july 20 through the 21st. >> all right. should be a good event. >> always is. >> all right. >>> still ahead on eyewitness news at 4:00. he's responsible for the most heinous war crimes in history. today, charles taylor learns his sentence. >>> you will never believe what caused this mess and the explosion to follow. >>> the heat is gone. while the clouds are trying to leave. meteorologist bernadette woods is updating your first warning weather forecast. with xfinity, you can always expect more. like more on demand shows and movies than ever. and more ways to discover them too. plus more speed from america's fastest internet provider. so you can run more devices at the same time. ♪ feel a firework [ female announcer ] and best of all, it keeps getting better. no wonder more people choose xfinity over any other provider. ♪ love can be so mystical ♪ >>> it is part

. >> the governor, along with mayor stephanie rawlings-blake who honored the workers who didn't knowguests. [ applause ] each social worker involved in the attack last week was presented with an award for their heroic actions. they rushed to help the 8-month- old baby who police say was stabbed by her mother, after she slipped a kitchen knife past security during a supervised visit. the mother, kenisha thomas, was released without bail. the baby girl was released from the hospital on monday. >>> we'll have much more on the honors from the governor coming up at 6:00. >>> in healthwatch report, good news for people who hate needles. this is the vain viewer. -- veinuer -- vein viewer. it uses realtime cameras. that provides a road map for safer sticking. doctors say the viewer works great on people, with rolling veins and deep veins. >> well, this morning's overcast sky, has given way to sunshine and a blue sky. taking a live look outside. just a few clouds. warmer temperatures today. and wjz has weather and traffic together. bob is here with the updated numbers. bob? >> finally got int

michael bloomberg, a victim it governor bob macdonald, -- virginia governor bob macdonald, and stephanie rawlings blake. then, another chance to hear about the space program. tomorrow on "washington journal ," a new york times correspondent previews the supreme court decisions remaining for this term, including the affordable care act and the arizona immigration law. a university professor talks about the egyptian presidential election and what it means for the egyptian people. and a conversation with "washington post columnist -- "washington post" columnist. now, tennis champion billie jean king discusses equal opportunity and pay for women athletes. she talks about the benefits of tennis and how it could address the obesity problem in america. she also answered questions about the future of women's professional sports. this national press club event is just under an hour. [applause] >> thank you. that is very kind of you. those were kind words. i did not remember a lot of it. i am so glad we had a healthy lunch. thank you to susan. did you guys decide what the menu is going to be today? and also want

. >> reporter: and baltimore mayor stephanie rawlings-blake plans to dramatically slash spending on rec centers in the coming year. her plan could save the city as much as $11 million. vic, back to you. >> city council president jack young is against the plan to close the four rec centers. >>> still to come. dramatic new video of a deadly duck boat crash. what this new footage means for pending lawsuits. >>> you know, i just want everyone to look at it. take a good, long, hard look at it. >>> still hoping their daughter's case remains closed. but the mccann family is fighting on. what they're saying about a few photo of their missing little girl. >>> i'm mike schuh, east baltimore. new security cameras were installed today. how neighbors think that that may help to bring businesses back here. ♪ ♪ hit the road, jack ♪ and don't you come back no more ♪ ♪ no more, no more, no more ♪ hit the road, jack ♪ and don't you come back no more ♪ [ male announcer ] want your weeds to hit the road? hit 'em with roundup extended control. one application kills weeds and puts down a barrier to stop new

. >> reporter: and baltimore mayor stephanie rawlings-blake plans to dramatically slash spending whenenters in the next year. her plan could save the city up to $11 million. kai, back to you. >> gigi, thank you. >>> city council president jack young is against the plan to close the four rec centers. >>> arson arrest. a maryland man is charged with intentionally setting a fire to an apartment complex. it caused more than $1 million in damage. left people without a home. and injured two firefighters. abraham kiflu. the suspect is living at the complex and is a relative of a tenant. >>> taliban launches an attack. vic is in the newsroom with more on what's gehind this -- behind this suicide bombing. >> reporter: a taliban spokesman says they launched the taliban attack, shortly after learning president obama was in the country. the explosions occurred in a fortified part of the compound. the terrorist group says the attack was meant to show the taliban is still a strong threat. yesterday, president obama signed an agreement with afghan president hamide -- hamid karzai. the u.s. also agre

mayor stephanie rawlings-blake is proposing a new agreement with a team led by racing champion michael andretti. the deal needs approval by the city board of estimates. if the contract passes, this will be the third leadership change for the grand prix, after the two previous suffered financial and marketing problems. the event is set for labor day weekend. well, no problems with today's weather. it is breezy with plenty of sunshine. as we take a live look outside. gorgeous view from sky eye chopper 13. wjz is live with first warning weather. meteorologist tim williams and bob turk are updating our conditions. bob? >> i just saw a beautiful round around here. couple of sprinkles in carroll county. take a look. clouds to the northwest are producing a couple of sprinkles. they were diminished within the next hour or two. speaking of rain, let's take a look at the numbers that came in. these are over the last two days accumulation of rain. burly. and not far from ocean city. 1.59 inches. up in the galinda and reisterstown area. bel air, a little more than 1. you see sparks just under 1. c

a state delegate is calling for the resignation of baltimore mayor stephanie rawlings-blake as activistsl on him to apologize for insensitive remarks. this comes less than a week after republican delegate pat mcdonough says that "growth in moms of black youth"s are causing problems at the -- "roving mobs of black youthss" are causing problems at the inner harbor. >> the fog is starting to get heavy in many areas and may have contributed to this accident. be extra careful there. we are looking at heavy delays. westbound, 24 miles per hour from reisterstown to edmondson. yellow towards the bottom left of your screen. westbound 100 on the ramp 2 northbound 97, we have a disabled vehicle causing a back up. 19 miles per hour on the j.f.x. towards the construction zone. 30 miles per hour on average towards the white marsh area. fog is getting heavy at harford road. expect to be delayed. this is what it looks at white marsh. southbound traffic is inching along, but watch for the fog and give yourself extra time. >> obviously, the fog is the big story this morning. it will be dry for the rest of