Rare simulator mimics Key Bridge collapse. Could tragedy have been prevented?
This simulator modeled the exact conditions during the bridge collapse to determine whether it could have been prevented.
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This simulator modeled the exact conditions during the bridge collapse to determine whether it could have been prevented.
On March 26, the Dali, a 946-foot vessel cargo ship managed by Synergy Marine Group, a Singapore-based company, crashed into Baltimore's iconic bridge, causing it to collapse.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge crumbled on March 26 after its support column was struck by a malfunctioning cargo ship.
Like Baltimore City's lawsuit against the two Singapore-based companies, the company claims the owners of the Dali were negligent in letting the ship leave the Port of Baltimore without failing to fix known power problems.
Ships stuck in the Port of Baltimore since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month are finally departing Thursday.
A fourth temporary channel is scheduled to open at the Port of Baltimore on Thursday, according to the U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port.
Since the Key Bridge collapse more than four weeks ago, the Port of Baltimore's main channel has been closed.
Baltimore City is suing the owners and managers of the Dali, the cargo ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26, causing it to collapse and killing six construction workers.
A limited access channel to get cargo traffic back in motion at the Port of Baltimore should be complete by the end of April, according to the White House.
Countless messages from family members, loved ones, even strangers fill the mural dedicated to the victims of the Key Bridge collapse.
Governor Wes Moore announced the start of the Port of Baltimore Worker Support Program Friday, which will provide temporary cash assistance to eligible workers who have lost income and work hours due to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Leaders from the Small Business Association traveled to Baltimore to talk about the federal resources available to businesses impacted by the Key Bridge collapse.
Key Bridge salvage crews worked to rig a large portion of steel from the collapsed bridge Thursday before it is moved to nearby Sparrows Point.
As salvage operations continue at the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse site, the owners of the Dali have invoked a centuries-old maritime law requiring cargo owners to contribute to the costs of salvaging the ship and its cargo.
About five miles, as the crow flies from what was once the Francis Scott Key Bridge, every decision in the complicated salvage operation is made at the command post.
The owner of the massive container ship Dali, which caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge last month, has initiated a process requiring owners of the cargo on board to cover some of the salvage costs.
Cranes continue to move a significant portion of the Key Bridge out of the Patapsco River.
A fourth body was recovered Sunday at the site of the Key Bridge collapse, according to the Unified Command.
The bridge crumbled nearly three weeks ago after its support column was struck by a malfunctioning cargo ship in the early morning hours of March 26
Baltimore City is taking legal action against those deemed responsible for the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the mayor's office announced.
The crane is being used to move a large piece of supporting steel from the bridge that will assist in opening a limited access channel to will allow one-way ship traffic to the Port of Baltimore.
Attorneys for three of the victims in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse spoke Monday afternoon, calling for more justice in the tragedy.
The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has redefined how people travel in and around the city. Here are the key routes to know.
The Key Bridge collapsed on March 26 after being struck by the malfunctioning cargo ship, and the wreckage has blocked the Port of Baltimore's main shipping channel.
Baltimore voters broadly approve of elected leaders' response to the deadly collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month, according to a newly released poll.
More than 20 airbags were stolen from vehicles in multiple Laurel, Maryland, neighborhoods overnight Tuesday, according to local police.
A woman is dead and three people are displaced after a fire in Pasadena, Maryland, according to Anne Arundel County Fire officials.
Hit or miss showers will roll through Maryland through lunchtime. Expect afternoon sun and warmer temperatures.
Maikel Garcia raced home on a game-ending wild pitch as the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 6-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night, snapping an eight-game losing streak.
Social media company TikTok and Parent-Teacher Associations led a conversation in Baltimore County on Tuesday to help school communities set healthier social media boundaries.
A Baltimore County husband has been charged with the murder of his wife, 23 years after she went missing, police said.
Hit or miss showers will roll through Maryland through lunchtime. Expect afternoon sun and warmer temperatures.
More than 20 airbags were stolen from vehicles in multiple Laurel, Maryland, neighborhoods overnight Tuesday, according to local police.
The victim of a rape and attempted murder case involving a high-profile suspect told jurors during her testimony inside a Baltimore County courtroom on Tuesday that she was terrorized for hours.
A woman wanted for shooting a gas station employee during an attempted robbery in Columbia, Maryland, was arrested on Tuesday, according to police.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Havre De Grace has a new restaurant: Kooper's Saloon.
April is National Car Care Month, and AAA is reminding drivers that a few simple maintenance checks can go a long way in preventing breakdowns, improve fuel efficiency, and keeping vehicles road ready as spring travel ramps up.
WJZ is live at the American scratch kitchen in Bel Air, Maryland getting a sneak peak inside the new restaurant.
Mary’s Land Farm in Ellicott City offers lamb cuddling and adorable animal encounters.
The Bloom Spring Market has returned to Green Spring Station in Baltimore.
Maikel Garcia raced home on a game-ending wild pitch as the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 6-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night, snapping an eight-game losing streak.
The Baltimore Ravens are reportedly encouraged that star defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike could return to the field at some point this upcoming season.
The Baltimore Ravens have 11 picks heading into the draft, beginning with the No. 14 pick in the first round on Thursday night.
José Ramírez homered twice, Brayan Rocchio had three hits and three RBIs, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Orioles 8-4 on Sunday to take three of four from Baltimore.
Parker Messick took a no-hitter into the ninth inning, José Ramírez homered for the third time in four games and the Cleveland Guardians opened a seven-game homestand with a 4-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
Dr. Erica Schwartz has emerged as the White House's top pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to current and former officials.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
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.
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 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
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.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Hit or miss showers will roll through Maryland through lunchtime. Expect afternoon sun and warmer temperatures.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Milder temperatures with rain chances Wednesday in Maryland
Chance of scattered showers in Maryland on Wednesday
Mild weather returned to Maryland Tuesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The city is planning ahead for summer youth programs. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports
Milder temperatures with rain chances Wednesday in Maryland
TikTok hosts a conversation on social media safety in Baltimore County
TikTok hosts conversation on digital safety in Baltimore County