Rothstein Files: Thursday's Sweet 16 Primer
Jon Rothstein breaks down Thursday's Sweet 16 games and makes predictions for the four matchups.
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Jon Rothstein breaks down Thursday's Sweet 16 games and makes predictions for the four matchups.
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo marches around players much taller than he is, clapping and barking out orders, imploring them to run faster, work harder as they race around the court.
Defense will be the key when top-seeded Syracuse faces fourth-seeded Wisconsin in the East Regional semifinals on Thursday night. It's just going to be which style will prevail.
North Carolina is reliving a 28-year-old nightmare. In 1984, the Tar Heels began the year favored to win the national basketball championship — but their point guard broke his wrist.
Sports is about opportunities and that's what the NCAA tourney gives to all the 18-22 year old young men we watch during march madness.
Buddy Jones, the board chairman of the Baylor University regents, is in constant awe of all the great things his school is experiencing these days.
You know the drill. When you look at the NCAA Men's Tournament bracket, you're always looking for this year's Cinderella. Often, you're blessed with more than one mid-major team that comes from nowhere to the Sweet 16 and beyond.
Five members of the University of Southern Mississippi pep band have lost their scholarship after participating in a racially-insensitive chant during the NCAA Tournament last week.
The Tarheels are the best transition team in college basketball --- with Kendall Marshall running the point. Without him, they'll need to focus on maximizing their greatest strength and that's their size.
Countless times this season, Alyssa Thomas stepped up and carried Maryland to an important victory.
Kevin Harlan, announcer with Westwood One and CBS Sports, joined The Scott Garceau Show and talked about the NCAA Tournament with the guys.
Maryland's incentive to beat Louisville extends beyond earning a berth in the round of 16 in the NCAA women's tournament.
Thousands of students in Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil and Harford counties in Maryland will start a new school year Monday.
Ethan Burke, an undrafted free agent born in Pasadena, Maryland, made a name for himself throughout the Baltimore Ravens' training camp.
The remains of a Maryland native and American aviator who was killed during World War II were honored as they arrived Friday at Baltimore-Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport.
A Cecil County man has been charged in the June death of a 28-year-old woman, according to Maryland State Police.
Dozens of people packed New Antioch Baptist Church in Windsor Mill on Saturday to celebrate the life of Jada Sellers, a 17-year-old who died earlier this month, nearly two weeks after she was shot.
The 2026 Maryland Renaissance Festival, also known as Ren Fest, starts this weekend. Here's everything to know about the dates, times and tickets.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Maryland is suing UnitedHealth Group and Optum Inc. over a computer system that was supposed to help the state's Medicaid behavioral services program.
The Maryland State Fair is back for 2026, with three weekends of fun starting on Friday, Aug. 28 and running through Sept. 13.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
Greg Padgett is live from the Maryland State Fairgrounds checking out some traditional fair favorites, and exciting new exhibits and activities.
Brianna Becker, Managing Partner, shares some delicious items from their menu and discusses why the company decided to let guests help create the brand's next featured sandwich.
Professors Marquita Lister, Dr. Tyrone Stanley, and CJay Phillip join us to talk about the upcoming season, performances and what they look for in their performing arts students.
Chef Abraham joins us on TV Hill with a selection of menu items and shares how he got his start cooking as a former pro athlete.
OurBus co-founder Axel Hellman shares more about the new bus route as airfares have risen and low-cost flight options have become harder to find.
The 2026 NFL Draft marked the first time since 1956 that two Navy Midshipmen were selected in the same draft, and both have made the final cut on their respective NFL rosters.
Baltimore (68-69) improves to one game under .500 for the first time since April 30 and sits one game back of the third and final AL wild-card spot.
Ethan Burke, an undrafted free agent born in Pasadena, Maryland, made a name for himself throughout the Baltimore Ravens' training camp.
The Ravens ended the preseason with a perfect 3-0 record, with the season opener in Indianapolis approaching on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Former MLB player Trey Mancini will retire as a Baltimore Oriole during a ceremony on Sept. 19 at Oriole Park, the Orioles and Mancini announced Friday.
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.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The aircraft carrier and its 5,000 crew members will return to San Diego after an approximately nine-month deployment.
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.
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.
As children head back to school, parents are also preparing for another part of the routine, keeping kids healthy.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Vibrio vulnificus is a rare flesh-eating bacterium that lives in brackish or salty water and has been on the rise in Maryland's Chesapeake Bay.
Health officials in Harford and Anne Arundel counties have issued new rabies alerts involving a raccoon, a fox and a bat.
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.
Monday looks to be the driest day of the week before strong storms become more numerous mid to late week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Starting the workweek with mini heat wave in Maryland
Steamy weather returns to Maryland this week
Temperatures are warming up this week in Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas spoke to the new superintendent of Baltimore County schools Dr. William Heiser Monday morning.
Starting the workweek with mini heat wave in Maryland
Baltimore, Harford, Cecil, Carroll students return to school on Monday
Steamy weather returns to Maryland this week