Car backfire prompts brief lockdown at 2 Baltimore County schools
Two Baltimore County schools were placed on a short lockdown after a car backfired, prompting concerns about a potential weapon, according to school officials.
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Two Baltimore County schools were placed on a short lockdown after a car backfired, prompting concerns about a potential weapon, according to school officials.
Students were evaluated after pepper spray was discharged on the second Baltimore County school bus in a week, according to fire officials.
NFL Hall of Famer Ray Lewis spoke with a group of Baltimore County students about the importance of mental health as the school district launched a new pilot program.
A 1-year-old died a month after a crash that also left a woman dead in Pikesville, according to Baltimore County police.
Herman’s Bakery in Baltimore County is closing on March 31 after decades in business.
A total of 14 Baltimore County students were taken to a hospital for evaluation after pepper spray was discharged on a school bus Wednesday morning, school officials said.
A Maryland man was sentenced to life plus 45 years in prison after being found guilty of murder related to a fatal 2022 shooting in Dundalk, according to the Baltimore County State's Attorney.
Several minors were arrested after multiple disturbances near THE AVENUE at White Marsh in Baltimore County, according to police.
The family of Samuel Brown reacted to body camera footage of a police use-of-force incident in Baltimore County that left Brown dead.
Video of a barricade situation in Baltimore County is gaining attention and giving a closer look at what led to police shooting and killing a man inside his home on Wednesday night.
Baltimore County police are continuing to search for answers about the 1996 cold case murder of Joann "Jody" Elizabeth LeCornu.
Some areas of Baltimore County saw downed power lines after a winter storm Sunday night.
For the second time in the past few weeks, police in the Baltimore area were mistaken for ICE agents after a video online claimed agents were in Owings Mills.
Democrat Nick Stewart has launched his campaign for Baltimore County Executive, challenging several other candidates in the Democratic primary election.
The owner of a Baltimore County pet crematorium pleaded guilty Tuesday to several charges after giving some pet owners sand or "building materials" instead of their pets' ashes.
A group of Maryland lawmakers will discuss legislation that would expand the Baltimore County Inspector General's oversight to include the public school system.
The parents of a Maryland college student remain hopeful that someone will come forward with information about the person who killed their son in 2009.
Turner Station is one of Maryland's few historically African American neighborhoods that is still standing.
A 59-year-old man died days after a fire at a home in Halethorpe, according to Baltimore County Fire officials.
A Baltimore County Fire Department paramedic was held without bond Thursday for allegedly putting his bodily fluids in items that were consumed by co-workers, according to police records.
Baltimore Councilman Izzy Patoka officially filed to run for County Executive.
The improper use of a lighter led to a fire that injured two people in Halethorpe, according to Baltimore County Fire officials.
Surveillance video obtained by WJZ captured the moments just before a man was shot by Baltimore County police in Rosedale.
The Baltimore County Council passed two bills Monday evening to increase protections for immigrant communities.
A man is in serious but stable condition after he was shot by Baltimore County police multiple times on Saturday, Jan. 31.
Two Baltimore County schools were placed on a short lockdown after a car backfired, prompting concerns about a potential weapon, according to school officials.
A total of $1 million will be given to a Caroline County-based seafood company to increase the amount of invasive blue catfish that are processed in Maryland, Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks announced.
Eight people were hospitalized early Thursday morning after a crash involving an MTA bus and two cars in Baltimore.
Expect a warming trend Thursday through the upcoming weekend. Spring officially arrives Friday morning.
The meeting, held at Digital Harbor High School, drew neighbors who said they no longer feel safe in their communities, with some considering leaving altogether.
Eight people were hospitalized early Thursday morning after a crash involving an MTA bus and two cars in Baltimore.
Expect a warming trend Thursday through the upcoming weekend. Spring officially arrives Friday morning.
An Anne Arundel County man pleaded guilty to the brutal 2025 murder of 67-year-old Stephen Koza.
Two Baltimore County schools were placed on a short lockdown after a car backfired, prompting concerns about a potential weapon, according to school officials.
When a man living in Virginia suddenly had to return to his home country of Brazil in 2025, he surrendered his four pet rabbits to a Howard County nonprofit.
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.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Tipsy Scoop is preparing to open in Baltimore's Federal Hill neighborhood.
Gilbert’s Premium Beef Jerky collaborated with Maryland’s J.O. Spices.
Explorers Restaurant & Lounge in Baltimore talks new menu items.
Slainte owner, Patrick Russell, joins us on St. Patrick's Day with a full Irish spread.
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.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
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.
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.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
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.
Expect a warming trend Thursday through the upcoming weekend. Spring officially arrives Friday morning.
Warmer temperatures coming to Maryland this week
Rain chances, warmer temperatures this weekend in Maryland
Temperatures into the 60s this weekend in Maryland
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Tipsy Scoop is preparing to open in Baltimore's Federal Hill neighborhood.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The bus collided with 2 cars at the intersection of East Preston Street and St. Paul early Thursday morning. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Warmer temperatures coming to Maryland this week