Chesapeake Bay Program Says 2011 Oxygen Levels Off
The Chesapeake Bay Program says oxygen levels in the bay dropped last year, with just about a third of the waterway meeting summer standards.
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The Chesapeake Bay Program says oxygen levels in the bay dropped last year, with just about a third of the waterway meeting summer standards.
Oysters, crabs, striped bass and other seafood favorites are the topic of discussion for fisheries managers meeting in Annapolis.
Maryland is offering free fishing days this summer to encourage residents to enjoy the state's waterways.
The Environmental Protection Agency is urging New York to submit its overdue state plan for cutting pollution that flows into Chesapeake Bay, part of an effort by all six bay watershed states and the District of Columbia, a top EPA official said Thursday.
Sometimes, when you're between a rock and a hard place, add more rocks. That's exactly what's happening in the Chesapeake Bay where oysters are in a very tough spot.
Scientists say the conditions that killed thousands of fish recently in Maryland waters may be improving slightly, but dead fish continue to surface.
Maryland Natural Resources Police are searching for a boater who went missing in the Chesapeake Bay after stopping for a swim.
The owner of a kayak discovered floating unattended in the Chesapeake Bay has been found safe.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is reminding beachgoers that heavy rains raise the risk of unhealthy water in the bay and other waterways.
All over Maryland folks are getting ready for the first holiday of the summer, and that means steamed crabs.
Maryland natural resources officials say Diamond Jim is on the loose.
As oyster growers prepare to harvest their maturing spat in the coming weeks, things are not looking good.
Fish kills in the Chesapeake's streams and rivers happen, but seldom this early.
Deteriorating water quality and summer heat combined to kill off more than a third of seagrasses in coastal bays along the Eastern Shore, Maryland and Virginia officials announced Tuesday.
Dominion Resources is filing suit challenging a claim by the Sierra Club, which says it has the right to block the company's plans to export liquefied natural gas from a southern Maryland terminal.
Four connecting river trails will be designated as historic components of the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail at a ceremony.
Trails along four major Chesapeake Bay tributaries are being added to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail.
Environmental problems in the Chesapeake Bay and how they can affect human health are the subject of a two-day conference in Baltimore.
The Oyster Recovery Partnership says it has begun its planting season by placing 31 million oysters on nearly 10 acres in Harris Creek.
The costs of restoring the Chesapeake Bay could be cut as much as 80 percent through trading of pollution credits, according to a new study.
The Army is investigating a spike in phosphorus levels in treated wastewater from Fort Detrick in Frederick.
The Sierra Club said Thursday it will try to block an energy company's plan to export liquefied natural gas to find new markets for the drilling boom that has flooded the Mid-Atlantic with natural gas.
There's a growing problem in the Inner Harbor. An algae bloom is turning the water brown.
Bills to protect wetlands, migratory bird habitat and restore the Delaware River basin are among measures to be discussed at a Senate hearing chaired by Sen. Ben Cardin.
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is defending the model used by the Environmental Protection Agency to create the federal agency's restoration strategy for the bay.
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.
Baltimore police shot a man several times Tuesday night after he allegedly drove at officers during a chase, investigators said.
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).
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.
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 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
WJZ-TV meteorologist Meg McNamara has your latest weather forecast.
The 37-year-old driver was shot several times Tuesday night in West Baltimore. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
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