Exonerees support Adnan Syed in recent court filing as appeal drags on
More than 70 wrongfully convicted people from across the country have expressed their support for Adnan Syed.
More than 70 wrongfully convicted people from across the country have expressed their support for Adnan Syed.
Adnan Syed, whose protracted legal odyssey was chronicled in the hit podcast "Serial," is asking Maryland's highest court to deny a petition to expand the rights of crime victims in post-conviction proceedings.
While the Lee family's appeal was largely successful, a filing Thursday takes issue with one aspect of the Appellate Court's decision.
Maryland's second-highest court has denied Adnan Syed's request to reconsider the reinstatement of his murder conviction.
A new motion filed by Adnan Syed's legal team asked a Maryland appeals court to reconsider its decision to reinstate his murder conviction and sentence.
The family is seeking a redo of the hearing, arguing that prosecutors in the case infringed upon Maryland victims' rights.
The family of Hae Min Lee wants the Maryland Court of Special Appeals to order a redo of the hearing where a judge overturned Adnan Syed's murder conviction, according to the Baltimore Banner.
The family said in a Thursday filing "prosecutors set up a secretive Star Chamber proceeding that shut the Lee family out from any meaningful involvement or engagement with the record."
Attorney General Brian Frosh said Marilyn Mosby's office only gave the Lee family two days' notice of its intention to file a motion calling for Syed's conviction to be thrown out.
Maryland State Police reached a milestone at the state's DNA database this month after the agency recorded 10,000 positive comparisons or "hits."
The state's attorney dropped all charges against Adnan Syed for the 1999 killing of Hae Min Lee.
Syed, 41, was previously sentenced to life after he was convicted for the 1999 murder of his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee.
Legal expert Adam Ruther spoke with WJZ's Nicky Zizaza and Rick Ritter about the case and what happens next.
The one-paragraph notice of appeal was filed by attorney Steven Kelly on behalf of Young Lee, the victim's brother.
The cheers and hugs at the scene of Adnan Syed's release at the downtown Baltimore courthouse Monday have played out before for other defendants.
"It was overwhelming. Adnan started to cry. I started to cry. I was thankful for having that minute as the courtroom cleared to try to get myself together, defense attorney Erica Suter said.
Frosh's strong criticism follows Mosby accusing his office of failing to turn over evidence-handwritten notes contained in boxes of case files to Syed's defense.
In a one-on-one interview with WJZ on Tuesday, Steve Kelly, the attorney who is representing Hae Min Lee's family, said the legal system left his clients in the dark.
While Adnan Syed is free right now, the decision on whether to move forward with a new trial for the murder of Hae Min Lee is up to Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby.
On Monday, Circuit Court Judge Melissa Phinn in Baltimore ordered Syed's release after overturning his conviction for the 1999 murder of high school student Hae Min Lee, Syed's ex-girlfriend.
Syed served more than 20 years in prison before his murder conviction was vacated.
After decades in prison, convicted for the 1999 murder of Hae Min Lee, Adnan Syed's conviction was thrown out of court Monday. But what happens to him next?
Adnan Syed could be released from prison tomorrow.
Baltimore prosecutors filed a motion to vacate the murder conviction of Adnan Syed, a man who has maintained his innocence after he was convicted in 2000 of killing his high school ex-girlfriend, Hae Min Lee.
Baltimore City prosecutors have agreed to new DNA testing that Syed's lawyers believe could clear his name.
Wet weather will continue off and on into Mother's Day weekend, but it will not be a total washout for any plans.
Former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York continues after several days of testimony from Stormy Daniels.
Apple store workers in Towson, Maryland, made history in June 2022 when they voted to form the first union at one of the tech giant's sleek US stores. Now, they're weighing a strike.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has signed two measures into law to better protect personal data online from Big Tech.
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
Hundreds of first responders went into action within moments of the Key Bridge collapsing into the Patapsco River on March 26.
The lawyers representing former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby say she should not have to serve prison time, according to new court filings.
Off and on showers will continue for your Mother's Day weekend plans, but it will not be a washout.
Tensions are rising at Johns Hopkins University as pro-Palestine protesters remain despite repeated pleas from university administration for the encampment to end.
Ascension St. Agnes Hospital says it reacted quickly following a cyberattack on its computer systems that forced the facility to stop admitting new patients to the emergency room.
Apple store workers in Towson, Maryland, made history in June 2022 when they voted to form the first union at one of the tech giant's sleek US stores. Now, they're weighing a strike.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has signed two measures into law to better protect personal data online from Big Tech.
It wasn't clear last week how much Vignarajah would have to return due to the wording of Baltimore's public financing law,
The botched rollout of the new FAFSA form has resulted in a significant drop in completion rates, leaving many students uncertain about their college plans and financial aid.
Engineers are rigging explosives to refloat the Dali, a cargo ship stuck in the Patapsco River since March when it crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Radebaugh florist has a Mother's Day collection based on the books mothers love to read their children
This Mother’s Day at all Crofton-based Titan Hospitality locations families can indulge in and treat their mothers’ and grandmothers’ to a delicious 3-course meal. But there are ways to celebrate at home, too
In this beginner-friendly class, participants will learn how to decorate from Duff’s team at Charm City Cakes and leave with their very own cake creations.
Meg Fox Aesthetics have services to have Moms looking and feeling their best including facials, laser treatments, and microneedling.
Take a look at some brunch cocktails that will be featured at The Tilted Row on Mother’s Day for the May 10th special.
Postseason means a new season, a clean slate, for Towson lacrosse and their NCAA tourney opponent, Syracuse.
Craig Kimbrel was still in position to secure his ninth save of the season for the Baltimore Orioles and 426th of his career after he threw a fastball down the middle to Eddie Rosario.
Jorge Mateo drove in the go-ahead run with a 12th-inning single, and the Baltimore Orioles survived another shaky outing by closer Craig Kimbrel to beat the Washington Nationals 7-6.
Baltimore Ravens fans will soon know which teams we'll play when. The entire NFL schedule will be released at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15.
Johns Hopkins practiced on Wednesday, getting ready for Friday's match against Fairfield at Yale.
Former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York continues after several days of testimony from Stormy Daniels.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has signed two measures into law to better protect personal data online from Big Tech.
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
It wasn't clear last week how much Vignarajah would have to return due to the wording of Baltimore's public financing law,
In the five-page letter to President Biden, the NAACP detailed how it believes Mosby was unfairly targeted and unjustly convicted for perjury and mortgage fraud.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
It is the cherry trees' second-earliest peak bloom on record and follows one of Washington's warmest recorded winters. In 1990, the trees blossomed on March 15.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
It has long been a popular resource in the community, easily accessible to many college students and neighbors.
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
According to a report from the National Institute on Retirement Security, 40% of Gen Xers have zero dollars saved for retirement.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Opioid addictions often start by having access to prescription medications.
Regular screenings are critical to identifying and treating cancer early. It's also important to be aware of any genetic mutations that already exist in your body.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Most worrisome gaps involve cancer chemotherapy drugs, ER medications and and therapies for ADHD.
The prepackaged boxes of deli meat, cheese and crackers are not a healthy choice for kids, advocacy group says.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
The nine-time Grammy Award winner performs at CFG Bank Arena on Friday, October 4. It's her fourth stop on an 81-date world tour.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
Wet weather will continue off and on into Mother's Day weekend, but it will not be a total washout for any plans.
We've made it to the end of the work week! I wish we could say we were celebrating with sunshine and 70s but instead we have a cool, damp and gray day.
Off and on rain chances continue through Mother's Day
Severe weather threat has diminished across the area, but more showers are expected tonight through Friday.
Derek Beasley has your Thursday evening forecast (5/9/2024)
Charm City Picnic is Baltimore‘s newest way to enjoy those city skylines and good company.
Radebaugh florist has a Mother's Day collection based on the books mothers love to read their children
Teddy turns a year old in two weeks, and as Mother's Day approaches, Meg reflects on how her life has changed in the last year.
“I don’t want to just be thanked one day out of the year! I want that on random Wednesdays and Thursdays and whenever a tart is popped,” Leslie Gray Streeter writes in her latest column
This Mother’s Day at all Crofton-based Titan Hospitality locations families can indulge in and treat their mothers’ and grandmothers’ to a delicious 3-course meal. But there are ways to celebrate at home, too