People Who Wear Face Masks Don't Get Lax About Hand Washing, Study Suggests
People who wear face masks to protect against disease typically don't neglect other steps that safeguard their health such as washing hands, according to a new study.
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People who wear face masks to protect against disease typically don't neglect other steps that safeguard their health such as washing hands, according to a new study.
The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Maryland climbed by nearly 700 on Sunday, data from the state's health department shows.
Nurses and doctors have gone to creative extremes to reuse the same masks, gloves and scrubs they need to treat contagious coronavirus patients.
The number of people sickened by a parasite linked to bagged salad mixes has gone up to 641 cases in 11 states, federal health officials said.
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced Friday he has amended his executive order on indoor dining.
Dorchester County has recently seen a rise in its COVID-19 positivity rate, which officials said could potentially be linked to local crab picking houses.
New research from a team headed by University of North Carolina scientists show why you should properly wear your mask over your mouth and nose.
Most of the Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of Baltimore will hold in-person classes for the 2020-21 school year, the archdiocese said Friday.
Maryland recorded more than 900 new coronavirus cases on Friday, bringing the state's total to nearly 82,000, data from the Maryland Department of Health shows.
Home-made cloth face masks likely need a minimum of two layers, and preferably three, to prevent the dispersal of viral droplets from the nose and mouth that are associated with the spread of COVID-19, indicates a video case study published online in the journal Thorax.
The order will go into effect Friday at 5 p.m.
New U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines on education and child care come down hard in favor of opening schools.
There's a new place to get tested for COVID-19 in Howard County.
The resort town has seen several restaurants close after staff have tested positive. Jones said restaurateurs have gone above and beyond requirements.
What did you do during the statewide stay-at-home order amid the COVID-19 pandemic?
More than a dozen people are being treated for injuries following an MTA bus crash involving a stolen vehicle on N. Wolfe Street in East Baltimore.
Gusty winds, cooler than average temperatures, and a few spotty weekend showers are possible.
The ruling means Baltimore must immediately comply with subpoenas and restore electronic records access to Inspector General Isabel Cumming.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival has been forced to cancel its Friday lineup due to coastal flooding that's impacting the site in Ocean City.
Locals in Rio are thrilled to have the NFL come to Maracanã Stadium, while Ravens fans making the trip from Baltimore are equally excited to experience the city.
After the Silver Diner filed a lawsuit to keep its restaurant open at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), supporters have organized a grassroots campaign with the same goal.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a standardized review process for data centers, as well as creating a Maryland Data Center Task Force and Data Center Dashboard.
Columbia, Maryland has been ranked the No. 1 city in the nation for women due to its favorable conditions for good job prospects and positive health outcomes, according to a new survey released by the financial website WalletHub.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
Matthew Scales, Discover Baltimore County, joins us to talk about why Baltimore County is an ideal location for people looking for a lot to do without requiring a long trip.
Actor Jesse Lewis IV joins us in studio to talk about 'Route 187' and his role as Miss Stu in the four-episode series.
WJZ is live at the neighborhood restaurant checking out their craft cocktails, and learning about their upcoming anniversary block party.
Corporate Executive Chef Zuri Coles joins us to talk about the new menu items, and the restaurant's participating in Maryland Restaurant Week.
Ruth Carlock and Riley Granek share how the fundraising event was created in honor of Riley's mother, Jennifer, whose suffered a traumatic brain injury birthday trip to Costa Rica, and others impacted by TBI's daily.
Trey Gibson pitched brilliantly into the seventh inning and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 on Wednesday night to sweep a doubleheader in their final home games of the season.
If Baltimore Ravens fans were hoping for a dramatically better injury report this week, Wednesday wasn't the best start.
Tuesday night's game between the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays was postponed because of bad weather. The teams are scheduled to play a split doubleheader Wednesday as they try to avoid elimination from the American League playoff race.
Pete Alonso homered twice, including a two-run shot in the eighth inning that lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night.
Baltimore's 24-17 loss to New Orleans on Sunday was the type of defeat that helped cost John Harbaugh his job after a long tenure with the Ravens.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Despite Judge Pamela White's decision to restore computer access to Baltimore's inspector general and order the city to respond to her subpoenas, the battle is not yet over.
A judge ruled in favor of Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming, saying she will order the city to grant Cumming access to its computer systems.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival has been forced to cancel its Friday lineup due to coastal flooding that's impacting the site in Ocean City.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Gusty winds, cooler than average temperatures, and a few spotty showers are possible for Maryland as a powerful nor'easter moves up the eastern seaboard.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Offshore storm to bring gusty winds, but little to no rain in Maryland
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
Below normal temperatures continue leading into the weekend
The Prince George's County Fire Department responded around 6:30 a.m to the commercial golf cart repair business in the 15200 block of Crain Highway in Brandywine.
A driver who struck two vehicles and injured a Maryland state trooper early Thursday has been charged with driving under the influence.
The shooting on the Largo campus of Prince George's Community College (PGCC) injured a teen who walked into a hospital to be treated.
Baltimore Police and Fire official provide an update on a crash involving an MTA bus and a stolen vehicle in East Baltimore.
The snake was caught up in one of the area's trash wheels that work to suck up all kinds of refuse from the stream running through Gwynns Falls.