Woman Found Dead In East Baltimore Fire Was Shot Beforehand, Police Say
The body of 55-year-old Pamela Pitts was found after crews battled a fire at a three-story apartment building at the 800 block of Abbott Court.
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The body of 55-year-old Pamela Pitts was found after crews battled a fire at a three-story apartment building at the 800 block of Abbott Court.
The U.S. Capitol Police Chief says he is monitoring threats made online connected to the Justice for J6 rally. He has contacted the superintendent of the Maryland State Police for assistance with security for the event, which is being held at noon on Saturday.
A U.S. District Judge sentenced 23-year-old Moises Alexis Reyes-Canales, of Annapolis, to 35 years in federal prison for conspiracy to participate in a racketeering enterprise and to using, carrying, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence, in connection with his MS-13 gang activities, including murder and two attempted murders.
A Baltimore man will serve 30 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for pleading guilty to enticing minors to engage in sexual activity during the time he was required to register as a sex offender, according to a statement Friday from the Maryland District of the U.S. Attorney's Office.
In the 6000 block of Belair Road, investigators arrested 47-year-old Damian Plamer in reference to a shooting that happened on August 21, 2021.
Police were sent to investigate a disturbance in the 5200 block of York Road around 2:54 p.m. Friday afternoon.
He is currently being held without bail at Central Booking.
Officials said Hall was found incompetent at a hearing on September 3.
Njoku's family is concerned for her well being, police said.
The Maryland Department of Labor said it's the lowest unemployment rate since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2021.
There is no word yet on what caused the collapse.
Six people were shot and two died overnight in Baltimore, police said. One incident was a triple shooting in west Baltimore.
The Maryland Department of Health reported Thursday morning that 10,011 total Marylanders have lost their lives to COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020.
In a wave of recent violence involving young people in Baltimore, 22-year-old Abe Luden and 20-year-old Davon 'Peanut' Barnes were shot to death on East Monument Street Sunday.
Yankees reliever Clay Holmes threw a wild pitch with two outs in the ninth inning that let the tying run score, then Austin Hays chopped an RBI single in the 10th that lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 3-2 win Thursday night, dropping New York back in the AL wild-card race.
Police are investigating after three men were shot in West Baltimore Thursday evening.
The Baltimore Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying a murder suspect.
Officials announced that a 20-year-old man was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
A Baltimore teacher takes home a big prize -- $25,000 to buy all new equipment for her photography and visual arts students.
Police said Ronald Gray is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting of a 47-year-old man on Pulaski Highway.
Since the start of the 2018 season, Baltimore is 35-14 in the regular season — but that mark includes an 0-3 record against the Chiefs.
Were they chirping too much? Were they trying too hard to get busy and protect Baltimore's edge? Were they tossed?
WJZ obtained surveillance video showing someone in a white t-shirt running from the scene followed by another person on a scooter minutes after four people under the age of 18 were shot in the 1700-block of North Milton Avenue in East Baltimore
First it was the pandemic, now it's these summer-like temperatures, interrupting learning for thousands of students.
The concern in our state right now is the arise of Covid-19 variants. Doctors from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health spoke Wednesday about vaccine efficacy and whether or not a booster shot will be needed.
A man was sentenced to 70 years in prison for a 2024 shooting at a Chinese carryout restaurant in Baltimore, according to the City State's Attorney's Office.
The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) will hold a public hearing to gather feedback on Baltimore's billion-dollar Inner Harbor redevelopment project.
A former Maryland childcare center owner was sentenced to four years in prison for stealing millions in scholarship funds, according to the State Attorney General's Office.
Maryland will get some milder temperatures Wednesday despite mainly cloudy skies. High temperatures will top out in the mid to upper 50s.
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BDOT) announced traffic and parking modifications due to the influx of pedestrians and traffic in downtown on Thursday, March 26.
Opening day for the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday will bring traffic changes and parking restrictions.
Maryland will get some milder temperatures Wednesday despite mainly cloudy skies. High temperatures will top out in the mid to upper 50s.
A man was sentenced to 70 years in prison for a 2024 shooting at a Chinese carryout restaurant in Baltimore, according to the City State's Attorney's Office.
The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) will hold a public hearing to gather feedback on Baltimore's billion-dollar Inner Harbor redevelopment project.
A former Maryland childcare center owner was sentenced to four years in prison for stealing millions in scholarship funds, according to the State Attorney General's Office.
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.
Dr. Claire Bolander, Kaiser Permanente, shares safe ways to resume movement during pregnancy and postpartum.
March is National Nutrition Month, and the Maryland Food Bank is sharing more information about its nutrition program.
Baltimore’s Port Discovery is holding the Play It Forward fundraising event.
Actor Johnny Alonso talks about a new series where WJZ's Marty Bass has a recurring cameo.
The Black Wall Barn and Lodge is opening March 24 at the Rotunda in Baltimore.
Opening day for the Baltimore Orioles is on Thursday, March 26, and the team is showing off what they have been up to at Camden Yards in the offseason.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
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 get some milder temperatures Wednesday despite mainly cloudy skies. High temperatures will top out in the mid to upper 50s.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures get warmer leading to Orioles' home opener
Weather shaping up to be nice for Thursday's Orioles' home opener
Temperatures ramp up through Baltimore Orioles opening day
Dr. Claire Bolander, Kaiser Permanente, shares safe ways to resume movement during pregnancy and postpartum.
Chris Franzoni joins us with some delicious ube bites from The Duchess in Hampden, and shares why the purple yam is suddenly so popular.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The public hearing will be held Wednesday evening. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Temperatures get warmer leading to Orioles' home opener