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Sometimes it's not the size of the storm, it's where it hits. As Hurricane Sandy raged through one of the country's most densely populated regions, it created a surge in online traffic Monday as people sought weather-related news and various forms of online entertainment.
Hurricane Sandy has done significant damage to the downtown pier in Ocean City. Officials are particularly worried about high water and the storm surge in Ocean City. Areas in the south of Ocean City have been evacuated. Authorities expect downtown Ocean City to be under water on Monday as Hurricane Sandy heads for the Delmarva Peninsula.
The storm called Sandy messily morphed from hurricane into hybrid storm, losing the hurricane part of its name, but not the weather mayhem surrounding it.
The state health department says a woman was killed in a Montgomery County crash related to the effects of Hurricane Sandy, but county police say the accident may have other causes.
Maryland State Police say a man has died after being shot in a robbery attempt in Salisbury.
The National Weather Service says the Potomac River is likely to experience its worst floods in at least 16 years in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
The Bay Bridge, Key Bridge and Hatem Bridge have been closed. The Tydings Bridge will close shortly. The Nice Bridge is under wind restrictions. State authorities have reduced the speed limit on Maryland interstates and highways to 45 miles per hour.
Auto manufacturing is back in America – especially in Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania because President Obama made the politically risky decision to bailout the auto industry after bailing out the banks. It was a decision that worked. Obama was right, Romney was wrong. So Romney is now in full lying mode. He is trying to retroactively re-write the wrongs in his writings.
Fire officials say four unoccupied buildings have collapsed in Hurricane Sandy.
When disaster strikes, phone and Internet service often takes a hit, right when it's needed the most.
Sandy continues to strengthen as it races toward the coast.
Government offices, schools, courthouses and transit systems shut down in the mid-Atlantic region Monday as Hurricane Sandy off the coast kicked up a threatening combination of pounding rain, wind and tidal surges.
Officials in Cecil County say all roads are open, but drivers are nonetheless being urged to avoid travel unless necessary.
Additional inspectors are being sent to nuclear power plants in five states as Hurricane Sandy approaches the East Coast.
It'll be much more expensive to catch a cab in D.C. over the next day.
One person was killed and six others were wounded after a shooting during an illegal car meet-up in Columbia, Maryland, police said.
Clouds and spotty showers are expected on Tuesday before a better chance for showers and storms midweek
A 52-year-old man was arrested in connection with a double shooting outside of a restaurant in Carroll County, the Maryland State Police said.
If the measure is passed without any changes, smoke shops in Baltimore City would not be able to open within 750 feet of a school, recreation center, or park.
Richard Sher, a familiar face to longtime WJZ viewers, was just feet from the president and ducked for cover inside the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, D.C., on Saturday.
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.
The Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore is highlighting the baseball player's legacy for Babe Ruth Day.
WJZ is at Arundel Mills in Maryland, checking out the latest spring fashion trends.
Chef Francisco Lopez and Ricardo Espinosa join us in studio to showcase some of their featured Mother’s Day Brunch menu items.
The 13th Annual Amanda Hichkad CCA Celebration Walk raises funds for Cancer LifeNet, which provides more than 300 free-of-charge, supportive care programs and services to nearly 2,500 residents of Harford, Cecil and Northern Baltimore counties each year.
WJZ is live with co-founders Yussy McManus and Travis McManus as they prepare to sheer the alpacas of their coats as weather temps begin to rise and show us what the fleece is then made into.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to deals with several undrafted free agents following the 2026 NFL Draft. Some of them are familiar with Maryland.
Morgan State's star linebacker, Erick Hunter, will be getting his shot in the National Football League, signing as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions.
Heisman Trophy finalist quarterback Diego Pavia has accepted an invitation from the Baltimore Ravens to next weekend's rookie minicamp in Owings Mills, Maryland, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Willson Contreras hit his sixth home run of the season and second in as many games, and the Boston Red Sox responded to the firing of manager Alex Cora with a 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Roughly 2,000 boxing fans showed up in Baltimore for a championship professional boxing match Saturday.
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.
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.
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.
Clouds and spotty showers are expected on Tuesday before a better chance for showers and storms midweek
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Rain threat to impact Maryland this week
Rain chances return this week in Maryland
Rain chances return midweek in Maryland
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Howard County Police are still looking for the shooters. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Rain threat to impact Maryland this week
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