Volunteers Sought To Teach Children About The Bay
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says it is seeking volunteers to teach children about the Chesapeake Bay and other state waterways.
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources says it is seeking volunteers to teach children about the Chesapeake Bay and other state waterways.
Maryland Natural Resources officials are asking boaters to help stop the spread of invasive zebra mussels.
While grading the bay's health, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation did find some signs of improvement.
Educating young children, their parents and the public about agriculture is one of Charles Brault's top agenda items as the new Frederick County Farm Bureau president.
An aquatic hitchhiker, which caused millions in damage, is being spotted in Maryland in the upper Chesapeake Bay.
John Theofield helped start the 100-acre Christmas tree farm operation known as Hardee Farms in New Midway in 1962.
The annual oyster harvest is underway in the bay and this year, there's a positive twist.
A new report by the Environmental Integrity Project is calling for tougher state permitting and oversight to achieve Chesapeake Bay restoration goals.
Maryland's environmental secretary says the state is delaying rules requiring offsets for water pollution from new development.
A Baltimore law firm is asking rural counties to band together to challenge the new federally led Chesapeake Bay restoration strategy, something a foundation dedicated to the bay's health called one of the most serious attacks on clean water it has seen in Maryland.
Maryland's goose hunting season gets under way this weekend.
While damage from Sandy hit fast and hard, the effects on the Chesapeake Bay have taken longer to gauge.
Across the environmentally fragile Chesapeake, researchers are spreading out to see what Sandy has wrought. So far, the indications are that the impact has not been as great as last fall when a pair of tropical storms caused widespread flooding that dumped mud, debris and sewage into the bay.
The Smithsonian is launching a new initiative to study coastal waters and create the first global network monitoring climate change and human impacts on ocean life with a $10 million gift.
A Hazmat scare led to major back-ups on the Bay Bridge Tuesday. A tanker truck leaking propane caused officials to shut down both sides of the bridge for nearly two hours.
Crime may not always pay but sometimes it can pay back--and it's benefitting the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Organizers of a weeklong commemoration of the War of 1812 in Baltimore's harbor say it drew more than 1.5 million visitors and generated $166 million in economic impact.
A record low number of young striped bass were counted this summer in the Chesapeake Bay.
Environmentalists are pushing harder than ever to get big agriculture to keep animal waste out of waterways and the Chesapeake Bay.
Higher crop prices are being blamed for a drop in forest restoration in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Environmental groups filed suit Wednesday to have pollution trading removed from the federal government's Chesapeake Bay restoration plan.
A new promotion seeks to restore the Chesapeake Bay by encouraging diners to order Maryland seafood.
Some Allegany County officials say a state proposal for reducing Chesapeake Bay pollution would make it harder to build homes and businesses in the western Maryland mountains.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation says a bill passed by House Republicans in Washington is an election year move that could threaten bay restoration efforts.
Protecting the Chesapeake Bay and private property. A troubled stream in Baltimore County will undergo a massive restoration. Some residents say it's long overdue.
A 53-year-old woman who was found dead inside a safe in a Baltimore home earlier this year died of PCP intoxication, dehydration, and was in an abnormal body position, according to the Medical Examiner's Office.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore has decided not to use charitable immunity in its bankruptcy case, as the church prepares for trial in the ongoing sex abuse case.
A man was shot by Baltimore police officers after he allegedly drove at them with a vehicle in the Upton neighborhood in West Baltimore on Tuesday, according to police.
More than 120 children were treated to a special Christmas surprise on Tuesday, with a shopping spree, a meal, and the chance to meet some of the Baltimore Ravens.
Baltimore's city council president wants to fix the troubled system that handles real-time police and fire communications.
A man was shot by Baltimore police officers after he allegedly drove at them with a vehicle in the Upton neighborhood in West Baltimore on Tuesday, according to police.
Maryland residents heard updates on Tuesday and weighed in on the effort to rebuild Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge during a virtual meeting hosted by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA).
Baltimore's city council president wants to fix the troubled system that handles real-time police and fire communications.
More than 120 children were treated to a special Christmas surprise on Tuesday, with a shopping spree, a meal, and the chance to meet some of the Baltimore Ravens.
The Maryland House of Delegates elected Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk as the next speaker during a special legislative session.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Marty Bass visits the Walter's Art Museum in Baltimore to look at their Ethiopian relics.
WJZ is at City Cruises in Baltimore to talk holiday events.
Homestead Gardens in Maryland shows off its holiday poinsettias.
Owner Kaitlin Radebaugh shares poinsettia upkeep tips, and how to create the perfect holiday floral arrangement and centerpieces.
WJZ visits Sweat Bmore in Baltimore to learn some healthy habits.
Biff Poggi is preparing the Michigan Wolverines for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl against Texas on New Year's Eve as the team's interim head coach, less than a week after former head coach Sherrone Moore was fired.
Baltimore became the first team to shut out Cincinnati since Joe Burrow was drafted.
Pete Alonso's arrival adds credibility to a franchise that pulled off an impressive rebuild, only to hit a snag after being somewhat passive in the free agent market.
Lamar Jackson threw two touchdown passes and Derrick Henry gained 100 yards to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 24-0 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
The annual showdown, known as "America's Game," put the eyes of the nation squarely on Baltimore.
President Trump said he will deliver an address live to the nation Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET.
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Warmer, mild weather this week in Maryland
Milder temperatures this week in Maryland
Temperatures warming up this week in Maryland
WJZ-TV meteorologist Meg McNamara has your latest weather forecast.
Bitterly cold overnight in Maryland
Baltimore police shoot man who allegedly drove at officers
Maryland lawmakers override governor's veto on reparations commission
MDTA leaders share update on new Key Bridge project
Cause of death released for woman whose body was found in a safe
Baltimore police give an update on a shooting involving officers