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Parents across the country are receiving calls telling them their child will be killed if they do not pay a ransom, but it's all a hoax. WJZ Investigator Mike Hellgren reports on the nightmare situation that's already affected several Maryland families.
Studies have found that about one-third of low wage workers like Strowbridge say they'll never be able to afford retirement. The problem is particularly acute among minority women.
A nine-year-old student from Baltimore was back at the White House for the first-ever meeting of President Obama's kid science advisors.
Baltimore City Police are investigating a double homicide involving an elderly woman and an adult man inside a home in the 2200 block of Poplar Grove Monday afternoon.
The president of the Mississippi NAACP is demanding a federal hate crime investigation after the parents of a black high school student said as many as four white students put a noose around their son's neck at school.
Investigators say someone apparently used a crossbow to kill a dog near the western Maryland community of Hancock.
Atlantic City plans to sell land, lay off 100 more workers, pay down most of its $500 million debt and slash other expenses during the next five years to fight off a threatened state takeover of its assets and decision-making power.
Smithsonian officials are "over the rainbow" after reaching their fundraising goal to help preserve the ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 "The Wizard Oz" film.
Delaware State Police say a Laurel man stabbed two roommates, then surrendered to police in Maryland.
Two candidates for Baltimore mayor set out to break the decades-long hold of Democrats on city hall.
The State Fire Marshal's Office said in a news release that the fire was reported shortly before 7 a.m. Monday at the single-family dwelling.
A 19-year-old man has been arrested following a double stabbing Sunday night in Annapolis, according to the Baltimore Sun.
The ex-wife of former Subway pitchman Jared Fogle is suing the restaurant chain for damages, saying the company received three reports indicating his sexual interest in children but failed to take proper action and continued promoting him as their spokesman.
There are two roosters looking waiting at the Howard County Animal Control and Adoption Center for a forever home.
Maryland State Police arrested and charged a Connecticut man for possessing 124 pounds of marijuana valued at more than $620,000 Saturday in White Marsh.
A man is in critical condition after being shot by police Tuesday morning in White Marsh, police said.
Jessup-based photographer and filmmaker Nick Boris has gone viral for his amazing images of a rare comet.
Gun Safety Advocates Interview
Hundreds of gun safety advocates gathered in Annapolis on Tuesday pleading for people to "put down their guns."
Lansdowne Middle School Interview
Two people were killed, and one was injured, after three separate shootings were reported in Baltimore overnight, according to police.
Clouds will give way to sunshine Thursday afternoon into Friday. Saturday showers exit for a nice Mother's Day.
Baltimore police will be getting new body-worn cameras and Tasers after the city Board of Estimates approved a $153 million, 10-year contract with Axon Enterprise.
Passengers aboard two Southwest Airlines flights were forced to change planes earlier this week after the airplanes clipped each other at BWI Airport.
Maryland lawmakers are pushing Air Force leaders for answers about a 32,000-gallon jet fuel spill on Joint Base Andrews that prompted an investigation and clean-up effort.
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.
Boston Marathon winner Sharon Lokedi unveiled the shoes that were specially made for her by Maryland-based Under Armour.
City Ranch in Maryland provides accessible and affordable horseback riding for children.
Lyric CEO Tom Bailey and WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello join us to share the significance of this historic collaboration as the Washington National Opera returns to Baltimore for the first time in 17 years.
Marty Bass counts down to retirement with a visit to Baltimore's Natty Boh sign.
Vendors at Baltimore’s Lexington Market are showing off meals that have gone viral.
Students at a Baltimore middle school got out of their classroom to learn why it's important to stay active with the help of former Ravens player Ed Reed.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
Adley Rutschman had a go-ahead, pinch-hit single and Leody Taveras followed with a run-scoring single in the ninth inning to lift the Baltimore Orioles past the Miami Marlins 9-7 on Tuesday night, snapping a five-game skid.
Johns Hopkins men's lacrosse is back in the NCAA tournament after missing out a year ago.
A jury found former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs not guilty of all charges on Tuesday after he was accused of assaulting his live-in chef last year.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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.
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.
Maryland will get multiple chances for much-needed rainfall within the next seven days.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
More scattered rain will impact Maryland through Thursday morning
Few showers in the forecast Thursday in Maryland
Two rounds of wet weather are expected in Maryland Wednesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas has a preview of Thursday's city council hearing.
More scattered rain will impact Maryland through Thursday morning
Maryland health experts express concerns over surge in measles cases
Baltimore County woman has home raided for 3rd time by Animal Control