Inmate found dead in Maryland prison
A 38-year-old inmate was found dead in a Maryland prison in Allegany County, according to state police.
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A 38-year-old inmate was found dead in a Maryland prison in Allegany County, according to state police.
Three members of the cultlike Zizians group will be tried together in Maryland on charges of trespassing and gun and drug possession.
Maryland allocated $459,375 from its new Disaster Recovery Fund to support Allegany County after severe flooding in May.
Maryland requested that FEMA conduct a damage assessment after flooding in western Maryland in mid-May.
A Maryland man was sentenced to 45 days in jail for illegally dumping over 250,000 tires in Allegany County, according to Attorney General Anthony Brown.
Elected officials and first responders from across the state gathered at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens on Friday for Fallen Heroes Day, honoring the 15 police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians and other medical personnel who died in 2021 and 2022.
Allegany, Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard and Washington counties, as well as Baltimore City, could see rain and heavy wind gusts.
The Maryland Department of Health will begin offering COVID-19 vaccinations at Maryland's six casinos this month, Gov. Larry Hogan said Thursday.
An area of low pressure will dive into the mid-Atlantic overnight bringing the chance for sprinkles or flurries and snow showers to the northern portion of Maryland.
The Maryland Board of Public Works signed off Wednesday on more than $3.7 million in funding for projects to upgrade two Allegany County water treatment plants and a sustainable energy project in Caroline County.
Maryland State Police are investigating after a couple was found dead inside their Allegany County home.
A group of Republicans out in Western Maryland want out of our state. They've written letters to West Virginia leaders asking them to adopt their counties, calling the arrangement mutually beneficial.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said he would welcome three counties in Western Maryland after state legislators from those jurisdictions sent letters asking to become part of the state.
Five Republican lawmakers from Maryland's three westernmost counties have sent letters to West Virginia legislative leaders asking if the state would consider adding their jurisdictions.
The department said motorists traveling in western Maryland should also watch for bears crossing roads in search of food.
Newly released charging documents show that just one day before the murders, Burnham told his mother he was upset his brother Brian, a pharmacist, was administering COVID vaccines.
Jeffrey Burnham, the Cumberland man charged with killing his brother, sister-in-law and an elderly family friend, allegedly wanted to confront his brother Brian Robinette, a pharmacist, because he believed the government is "poisoning people with COVID vaccines."
Officials are investigating after a Frostburg woman was killed in an apartment fire Tuesday afternoon.
Jeffrey Burnham, the Allegany County man suspected of killing three people including his brother and sister-in-law, will be extradited to Maryland to face charges, a West Virginia judge ruled Tuesday.
A GoFundMe has been set up for the children of Brian and Kelly Robinette, the Howard County couple killed in last week's double homicide in Ellicott City.
A Maryland man wanted in the murders of his brother, sister-in-law and third person was arrested Friday in West Virginia, authorities said.
Jeffrey Burnham, 46, of Cumberland, Maryland, is suspected of killing his brother, sister-in-law and a third person this week. WJZ has pieced together a timeline chronicling the killings and Burnham's subsequent arrest.
Jeffrey Burnham, the Maryland man wanted in the murders of his brother, sister-in-law and a third person, was arrested Friday in West Virginia, authorities said.
Sunflower enthusiasts who don't mind driving to western Maryland can see the large yellow flowers sooner than 60 days from now in Jarrettsville.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for portions of Western Maryland Monday afternoon.
The side of a building collapsed in East Baltimore on Tuesday afternoon, according to fire crews. One person was assessed by first responders but refused treatment.
A law firm has launched an investigation after a truck driven by a Baltimore man was hit by a United Airlines jet in New Jersey, saying they are pursuing compensation for their client.
Amazon bought an office building in Baltimore County, but said Tuesday that it will not be used as a data center.
A man who was convicted in a deadly crash on I-695 in Maryland has been sentenced to six years after admitting to violating his probation and driving on a suspended license, according to the Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office.
A man and a teen are facing charges in connection with an armed carjacking in the parking lot of the Towson Town Center, Baltimore County police said.
A law firm has launched an investigation after a truck driven by a Baltimore man was hit by a United Airlines jet in New Jersey, saying they are pursuing compensation for their client.
A few rounds of needed rain are on the way.
The side of a building collapsed in East Baltimore on Tuesday afternoon, according to fire crews. One person was assessed by first responders but refused treatment.
A man who was convicted in a deadly crash on I-695 in Maryland has been sentenced to six years after admitting to violating his probation and driving on a suspended license, according to the Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office.
Amazon bought an office building in Baltimore County, but said Tuesday that it will not be used as a data center.
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.
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.
Illusionist Spencer Horsman at Maryland's Illusions Bar & Theater.
WJZ is live in Havre de Grace at Bella's Tea Room, as they prepare for their big Mother's Day High Tea event.
Aaron Judge put the Yankees ahead in the first inning with his major league-leading 14th home run as part of a four-RBI night, and they went on to rout the Orioles 12-1 on Monday for a four-game sweep.
Jasson Domínguez hit a two-run homer and an RBI single in a seven-run eighth inning and the Yankees routed the Orioles 11-3 on Sunday for their 13th win 15 games.
The usual post-Derby dilemma for trainers and owners is whether their horses are up for the two-week turnaround at the Preakness. This year, the race is at Laurel Park on May 16 while the traditional Pimlico Race Course is being rebuilt.
The Yankees beat the Orioles 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games, overcoming a home run by Pete Alonso in his return to New York.
The Kentucky Derby saw a field of 18 horses Saturday in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
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 see summer-like weather on Tuesday before rain chances return Wedneday.
A few rounds of needed rain are on the way.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Warmer weather, then widespread rain in Maryland this week
Temperatures warm up on Tuesday in Maryland
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.
More than 100 people are stranded on a cruise ship amid a deadly Hantavirus outbreak.
Two firefighters were injured in New Jersey during a 14-alarm fire.
A man and a teen were arrested in connection with an armed carjacking outside of Towson Town Center in Maryland.
Maryland will see summer-like weather on Tuesday before rain chances return Wedneday.