Supreme Court Decision Could Set Convicted Child Rapist Free
His victims thought he was locked up for life, but a decision by the Supreme Court may help unlock his cell. Baltimore school teacher John Merzbacher was convicted of child rape in 1995.
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His victims thought he was locked up for life, but a decision by the Supreme Court may help unlock his cell. Baltimore school teacher John Merzbacher was convicted of child rape in 1995.
A local organization is offering big incentives for prospective home buyers.
Animal hoarding in Harford County. More than a dozen cats and a dog were rescued from a home there.
A wild brawl, several stabbings and a massive police response. Now, five people are in custody for the chaos that erupted in a normally quiet Baltimore County community.
It's one of Baltimore's most popular summertime events. And right now preparations are underway for the annual Little Italy Film Festival.
One of the last search and rescue dogs from 9/11 lives here in Maryland. She was suffering from a painful condition until her owner took action with breakthrough technology.
The Kennedy Center in Washington is honoring 10 teachers with $10,000 grants for inspiring and influencing their students.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation says it hasn't decided whether to appeal a federal judge's approval of an agreement between the owners of the Sparrows Point steel plant and environmental regulators over monitoring of the site for toxic contaminants.
Some Maryland residents are honking out in protest of tax proposals.
Maryland senators want county-level officials to post their financial disclosure forms online.
The National Zoo has awarded a 10-year contract to Sodexo Inc. to upgrade concession stands into a food court and restaurant space and serve food in more locations.
A Washington theater that launched the one-man show about horrific working conditions in Chinese factories where iPads and iPhones are assembled is apologizing for calling it a work of nonfiction after performer Mike Daisey was forced to admit he made up parts of the show.
Maryland will soon be getting a new 667 area code.
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot is visiting a school in Prince George's County as part of a statewide tour.
The pink and white cherry blossoms that color the nation's capital and draw a million visitors each spring began with trees that have survived for a century.
Residents say ICE agents have been camped out in a quiet Frederick neighborhood for days, which prompted a strong response from local organizers on Friday night, according to Hagerstown Rapid Response.
Baltimore police arrested multiple people on weapons charges after they were observed driving recklessly and obstructing traffic in the city's Fells Point district.
A picture obtained by TMZ shows the man with multiple loops of tape around his wrists, torso and head.
When Ken Fry worked with a designer to create a logo for this company, he had a few requests. But this summer, that logo came under fire from a better-known Terps brand.
Friday is a First Alert Weather Day in Maryland, where a severe thunderstorm watch has been issued until 9 p.m. for seven counties across the state.
Maryland travelers looking to get away this Labor Day are facing heavy traffic, large airport crowds and higher gas prices.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Maryland's Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a redistricting ballot question should appear before voters on the November ballot, reversing a lower court decision that had blocked the question.
Out-of-state drivers owe Maryland nearly $820 million in unpaid tolls and fees, according to a recent audit by the state's Department of Legislative Services.
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport will soon be home to one of Southwest Airlines' first-ever passenger lounges.
Greg Berkowitz, Director of Trademarks and Licensing, joins us with a sneak peak of some of the items in the collection and shares what it means to collaborate with an UMD alum for a school clothing line.
Greg Padgett is live from the Maryland Fair as he prepares to compete for a chance to win the trophy for best milkshake recipe.
Actress Kym Whitley stops by our studio to talk about her new show on Paramount + and reflects on her successful career in tv and films like "Next Friday" and "Act your Age".
Katia Mohr and Amanda Kraus join us with delicious food items from the Jimmy's Food Truck, and all the details about their upcoming TailGOAT events.
On Saturday, Sept. 19, Kennedy Krieger Institute will host Pickleball for All 2026, a charity pickleball tournament designed to be the area’s first fully accessible and adaptive pickleball event.
Adley Rutschman homered twice in his return to Baltimore, and the Boston Red Sox rallied to beat the Orioles 6-5 on Thursday night.
Adley Rutschman returned to Baltimore's Camden Yards on Thursday, exactly one month after he was traded, greeted with cheers and a standing ovation as a member of the visiting Boston Red Sox.
The Maryland Terps kick off the season in College Park on Saturday against Hampton, but for Baltimore native and five-star freshman Zion Elee, giving back to the community is just as important as shining on the football field.
Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta says the team is still waiting on the NFL's investigation into receiver Rashod Bateman's arrest earlier this offseason.
Unlike last year, when the beginning of Baltimore's schedule was loaded, the Ravens won't face a 2025 playoff team until Week 8.
Maryland's Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a redistricting ballot question should appear before voters on the November ballot, reversing a lower court decision that had blocked the question.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
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.
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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.
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.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
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.
Two new rabies cases have been identified in Anne Arundel County, one in a raccoon and the other in a bat.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
Lower humidity and drier conditions will bring mostly sunny skies through Labor Day
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
A few showers, possibly a storm, are possible Friday night into Saturday morning. Quieter weather is expected for most of the holiday weekend.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Residents say ICE agents have been camped out in a quiet Frederick neighborhood for days, which prompted a strong response from local organizers on Friday night.
Baltimore Police arrested multiple people on weapons charges after they were observed driving recklessly and obstructing traffic in the city's Fells Point district.
Passengers help restrain disruptive man on American Airlines flight diverted to Baltimore
After 66 days on the run, the Carroll County wild mustang was captured Thursday and taken to a horse rescue.
CBS News Baltimore's Rachael Jay has the latest weather forecast.