20 Years Ago Today: F4 Tornado Devastates Town Of La Plata
On this day 20 years ago, one of the most powerful tornadoes to ever hit the Mid-Atlantic carved a 64-mile path across southern Maryland.
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On this day 20 years ago, one of the most powerful tornadoes to ever hit the Mid-Atlantic carved a 64-mile path across southern Maryland.
The victim was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore to determine the exact cause of death and to positively verify the identity of the victim.
As many as 19,393 BGE customers were impacted by 497 outages on Monday afternoon, according to the utility company.
Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 degrees are expected and temperatures as low as 32 degrees can result in frost and could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation.
The Maryland State Police said in a news release that the armed robbery happened around 6 a.m. at a convenience store in Owings.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday declared a state of emergency for parts of Maryland threatened by severe coastal flooding.
Residents stocked up on sandbags and business owners braced their storefronts Friday as coastal flooding threatened parts of Maryland's western shore.
Twenty-three high school and college students from 10 Maryland counties will serve one-year terms on the Maryland Youth Advisory Council, according to a statement Friday from Gov. Larry Hogan's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services.
Tropical Storm Elsa brought whipping winds and heavy rains overnight as the storm passed over Maryland's coastal communities.
Two pets were saved from a veterinary medical center when a fire broke out at a southern Maryland strip mall on Monday night, State Fire Marshals said.
A Lexington Park man was arrested and charged Monday for allegedly possessing and distributing child pornography, according to Maryland State Police.
Maryland school districts had to plan to have some students return to in-person learning starting March 1. Here's a breakdown county-by-county.
Four more people died due to the cold weather in Maryland between February 16 and February 22, bringing the state's seasonal death toll to 34, according to the latest report from the state's health department.
Maryland State Police are searching for a female suspect in connection to two Calvert County robberies.
President Joe Biden approved a disaster declaration on Thursday for Maryland and ordered federal assistance for recovery efforts in areas affected by Tropical Storm Isaias in August.
A 16-year-old boy is missing from Calvert County, officials say.
A former Maryland police officer pleaded guilty Monday to a federal charge of possession of child pornography, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland said.
As a second wave of coronavirus hits Maryland, school districts statewide are reassessing plans for hybrid or in-person learning.
A flash flood watch is set to go into effect for several areas in Maryland later Wednesday night.
Three people were injured after jumping out of a second-story window when their home caught fire in Calvert County.
A few wet days are ahead for Maryland, leading to the possibility of flooding.
Four tornadoes were confirmed in Maryland Tuesday and three more suspected tornadoes are being investigated by the National Weather Service.
Three tornadoes touched down in southern Maryland as Tropical Storm Isaias made its way through the region Tuesday.
Officials are investigating a fire at a home in Calvert County where firefighters found a man's body.
Maryland's heat wave continued Thursday with the high forecast to be 92 degrees.
The Baltimore City Council will discuss skyrocketing gas bills during a hearing, after it was postponed last month.
During a news conference, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will address a fatal police shooting that left an autistic man dead earlier this month.
Weather whiplash as temperatures will be 50° colder Thursday afternoon than Wednesday. Rain changes to wet snow.
An undocumented immigrant from El Salvador allegedly assaulted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.
House members in Maryland's General Assembly are weighing legislation that would allow firefighters across the state to use medical marijuana while off-duty.
A controversial proposal moving through the Maryland General Assembly could block some current and former ICE officers from working in state law enforcement.
Weather whiplash as temperatures will be 50° colder Thursday afternoon than Wednesday. Rain changes to wet snow.
The Baltimore City Council will discuss skyrocketing gas bills during a hearing, after it was postponed last month.
House members in Maryland's General Assembly are weighing legislation that would allow firefighters across the state to use medical marijuana while off-duty.
During a news conference, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball will address a fatal police shooting that left an autistic man dead earlier this month.
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. Jonathan Thierman, president of Express Care, discusses seasonal allergies.
The Baltimore Ravens' College Track Center opens in Maryland.
Maryland's Dimitriso Komninos is celebrating 20 years of producing olive oil from Greece.
Paul Isenberg, CEO and Founder, shares the nonprofit's mission and how they support local families with cancer.
Where’s Marty: P. Flanigan & Sons, Inc. talks pothole season in Maryland.
Baltimore Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta said he was "gutted" that the team nixed the trade agreement for star pass rusher Maxx Crosby.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has agreed to restructure his contract to free salary cap space for the team, according to general manager Eric DeCosta.
Four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Trey Hendrickson has agreed on a four-year, $112 million contract with the Baltimore Ravens, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the trade that would have brought in star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders.
David Coit scored 17 points, Elijah Saunders added 15, and Maryland defeated Oregon 70-60 in a first-round game of the Big Ten Tournament on Tuesday.
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."
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said "what you're seeing is emotional reactions and fear that this is a long-term war." He stressed that "this is not a long-term war."
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
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.
Weather whiplash as temperatures will be 50° colder Thursday afternoon than Wednesday. Rain changes to wet snow.
Cold rain and snow follow storms in Maryland
Severe weather in Maryland, followed by cool down
Risk of severe storms in Maryland followed by cold front
Maryland could see some severe weather on Wednesday evening after temperatures drop from record warmth.
Herman’s Bakery in Baltimore County is closing on March 31 after decades in business.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast
The meeting was postponed last month. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Cold rain and snow follow storms in Maryland
Judge temporarily blocks work on proposed Maryland ICE detention center