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Robert Vicosa is a former Baltimore County police officer who killed himself, an accomplice and his daughters following a tense manhunt.
Jaekwan Jacob Stephens was convicted of first-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a felony/violent crime.
A group of advocates on Friday called on the Baltimore County Council to redraw the boundaries for its seven councilmanic districts, saying a recently released court-ordered proposal does not provide a second majority-Black precinct.
A 24-year-old man is accused in the Thursday morning stabbing death of a 54-year-old woman in Dundalk, authorities said.
In his tenure as Delegate, Burns was a member of a slew of committees and was the Deputy Majority Whip from 2003 to 2007.
The mother of two young girls killed last November by their father, former Baltimore County Police officer Robert Vicosa, has withdrawn her complaint against the chief of the York Area Regional Police Department, the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General said Thursday.
The victim was transported to an area hospital in unknown condition.
Baltimore County police are investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital early Thursday morning.
A shooting early Wednesday in Woodlawn sent one person to the hospital, authorities said.
Baltimore City's "padlock law" has been used rarely in recent years, but has been used to close gas stations where criminal activity had been frequent.
A 22-year-old Perry Hall man was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison for the 2019 murder of his ex-girlfriend, Baltimore County State's Attorney Scott Shellenberger said Wednesday.
The Baltimore County Council on Tuesday night submitted new court-ordered boundaries for its seven councilmanic districts, but critics who sued the county over an earlier proposal, alleging it was biased, say the map does not address their concerns about representation for voters of color.
Allegany, Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard and Washington counties, as well as Baltimore City, could see rain and heavy wind gusts.
A pedestrian was killed and another was hurt Sunday night in a crash in Baltimore County.
Police said she is missing from the 600 block of West Kingsway and was last seen wearing a gray "Ocean City" hoodie, red pants, black fuzzy flip flops.
A suspect is in custody following a carjacking Friday at Towson Town Center, authorities said.
Seven judges with the Maryland Court of Appeals heard oral arguments in Dawnta Harris' appeal to vacate his conviction. There were two main points used.
The crab pots are typically lost during storms or cut loose by boat propellers.
Police said she is missing from the 900 block of Arncliffe Road and was last seen wearing a hoodie, grey sweatpants and black shoes.
Baltimore County police are investigating the killing of a 43-year-old man who was fatally shot Wednesday in Dundalk.
More than a quarter-century after Jody LeCornu was killed inside her car in Baltimore County, the Towson University student's murder remains unsolved.
A 19-year-old man is under arrest in the murder last year of a Baltimore County man, authorities said Wednesday.
The man whose body was found in a Baltimore County landfill on Friday has been identified as 71-year-old Gary Fickling, Baltimore County Police said.
More than 50 headstones were damaged, police said.
Temperatures on Sunday will feel more like summer before a cold front brings a late night chance of storms
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.
President Trump's proposed plan to install Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at airports didn't sit well with travelers WJZ met on Saturday.
Baltimore City detectives are investigating after two overnight shootings took place early Saturday morning.
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
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.
President Trump's threat came after CENTCOM's commander said that Iran's ability to threaten the Strait of Hormuz had been "degraded."
President Trump's proposed plan to install Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at airports didn't sit well with travelers WJZ met on Saturday.
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. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
WJZ makes a visit to The Spa at the Hotel at the University of Maryland.
Medspa and business owner, Keiarna Stewart, shares her journey on how she got into the beauty and wellness space.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
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.
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.
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
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.
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
Temperatures on Sunday will feel more like summer before a cold front brings a late night chance of storms
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 3/21/2026
Some fog is expected on Saturday in Maryland before warmer weather.
Overnight storms possible from Sunday overnight into Monday morning
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
Baltimore County police charge man in early morning road rage shooting in Parkville
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 3/21/2026
Some fog is expected on Saturday in Maryland before warmer weather.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.