City Police Investigating After Two Young Children, Ages 4 & 6, Overdose In South Baltimore
Baltimore City Police officers and medics were called to a home in the 1500 block of McHenry Street to investigate a drug overdose late Saturday night.
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Former Maryland Priest Gets 22 Years For Abuse
A statement posted on the archdiocese's website said Cristancho has not been permitted to function as a priest in the archdiocese since 2002 when he refused an assignment to another parish.
Aunt And Uncle Arrested And Charged In Death Of 15-Year-Old Hezekiah Pettiford, Police Say
Baltimore police arrested the aunt and uncle of 15-year-old Hezekiah Pettiford, who died in January after being in cardiac arrest, and charged them with murder and manslaughter in their nephew's death.
19-Year-Old Woman Charged After Allegedly Abandoning Newborn Baby In Glen Burnie
Anne Arundel County police on Friday arrested a 19-year-old woman for abandoning her newborn baby in a wooded area in Glen Burnie earlier this month.
Essex Man David Hass Convicted Of Child Abuse In Death of 2-Year-Old Boy
A Baltimore County jury on Wednesday convicted an Essex man of child abuse leading to the death of his then-girlfriend's 2-year-old son.
Maryland 'Y' Employee Vincent Dominick Charged With Sexual Offense Against A Child
A Maryland "Y" childcare employee was charged with a fourth-degree sexual offense against a minor for an incident with a child under his care back in March.
Red Desk Project At Sinai Hospital To Bring Awareness To Child Crime In City
It's made up of 111 desks outside Sinai Hospital, which represent the children who died from child abuse and gun violence in the city.
Baltimore Police Arrest, Charge Top 5 Offender Lawrence Scott With Rape, Child Abuse
He was wanted for a rape that allegedly happened on November 3, 2020 in the 2300 block of Lauretta Avenue.
16-Year-Old Sean Darian Jackson Charged In Murder Of His Infant Daughter
A 16-year-old boy is charged in the 2019 death of his infant daughter.
Former Maryland Teacher Facing Child Sex Charges Involving Teen In Kent County
Maryland State Police arrested a Caroline County woman on child sex charges involving a teenager in Kent County on Friday.
Nanny Charged With Child Abuse After Allegedly Drugging Two-Year-Old In Severn
Shannon Michelle Emery, 38, was arrested on February 24 and charged with second-degree child abuse, reckless endangerment and neglect of a minor.
Baltimore County Man Sentenced To 23 Years In Federal Prison For Producing Child Pornography
A 22-year-old Halethorpe man has been sentenced to 23 years in federal prison for production of child pornography.
Timothy Charles White Sr. Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison For Child Abuse
A Maryland man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for physically abusing a child.
Father Charged After He Allegedly Encouraged Son To Commit Suicide With Shotgun
A Maryland father was charged with child abuse and assault after he allegedly tried to convince his teenage son to commit suicide.
Largo High School Teacher Arrested For Allegedly Fighting Student In Classroom Released From Jail
36-year-old Vivian Noirie is charged with physical child abuse and second-degree assault.
Baltimore Police Investigating 7-Year-Old Boy's Death As A Result Of Malnutrition When He Was A Baby
A Baltimore couple may be charged in the death of their 7-year-old son after he died as a result of abuse that was recorded when he was only 11 months old.
24-Year-Old Man Sentenced In Child Abuse Case Involving 8-Month-Old, 2-Year-Old
A 24-year-old man was sentenced Friday to 50 years in prison with all but 25 years suspended in a child abuse case involving two young children.
Malachi Lawson Suffered From Untreated Burns, Mother Took Lyft To Dispose Of 4-Year-Old's Body In Dumpster 10 Miles From Baltimore Home
Malachi Lawson, the 4-year-old Baltimore boy who was initially reported missing by his mother, suffered from severe, untreated burns before he died, according to charging documents.
'I Just Want Justice For My Baby' | Man Charged In Death Of Girlfriend's 2-Year-Old Son
David Marvin Hass Jr. is charged with child abuse resulting in death and first degree murder after his girlfriend's 2-year-old son died under his care.
Maryland Lawmakers Host Workshop In Effort To Find Better Outcomes To Protect Child Victims Of Domestic Violence
Maryland lawmakers are looking for better outcomes in child custody cases involving abuse and are examing what legislation may be needed to protect child victims of domestic violence.
Police Searching For Man Who Inappropriately Touched 4-Year-Old Child In Prince George's County
Prince George's County Police are searching for a man who inappropriately touched a 4-year-old girl in the Lewisdale area last Saturday.
11-Year-Old Girl Charged In Connection With Baby's Death
An 11-year-old girl has been charged with first-degree child abuse of a baby who was left in her care Feb. 23.
Private School Says Teacher Abused 7 Boys 5 Decades Ago
An all-boys private school in a Maryland suburb of Washington says seven alumni have reported sexual abuse by a now-deceased fifth-grade teacher.
Death Of 2-Year-Old Girl Being Investigated As A Homicide
Police have ruled the death of a Havre De Grace Toddler a homicide after they suspected something was wrong from the first 911 call.
Mother Charged With Child Abuse Of 6-Month-Old Son
A Maryland woman has been indicted after authorities say her 6-month-old son was physically abused.
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Comedian Nate Jackson to bring 'Super Funny World Tour' to Baltimore
Comedian and actor Nate Jackson is bringing his "Super Funny World Tour" to Baltimore this spring.
Road rage shooting under investigation in Gambrills
The victim's car was struck, but he was uninjured, police said.
Former Ravens Anquan Boldin, Steve Smith Sr. named as Pro Football Hall of Fame Semifinalist
Two former Baltimore Ravens - Anquan Bolden and Steve Smith Sr. - were named semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
Baltimore County Public Schools opens final vote for name of new middle school
Baltimore County Public Schools is asking for your help in naming the county's newest middle school.
Orioles to open 2024 season at Oriole Park, tweak home game start times
The team will open the season at Oriole Park for the first time since 2018 when they host the Los Angeles Angels.
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Comedian Nate Jackson to bring 'Super Funny World Tour' to Baltimore
Comedian and actor Nate Jackson is bringing his "Super Funny World Tour" to Baltimore this spring.
Little Italy community finds relief after man sentenced for murder of restaurant manager Chesley Patterson
A man was convicted and sentenced for killing Chesley Patterson, a restaurant general manager and a fixture in the Little Italy community.
State, local leaders react to passing of former WJZ anchor, reporter Pat Warren: 'A friend to Baltimoreans'
WJZ received some sad news this weekend. A co-worker for nearly 30 years has suddenly died.
Additional funding given to Maryland faith-based groups, nonprofits for hate crime prevention
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced $1 million in additional emergency state funding for hate crime prevention grants.
Road rage shooting under investigation in Gambrills
The victim's car was struck, but he was uninjured, police said.
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Orioles to open 2024 season at Oriole Park, tweak home game start times
The team will open the season at Oriole Park for the first time since 2018 when they host the Los Angeles Angels.
BWI Airport parking lots nears capacity, visitors redirected
Travelers are temporarily directed to the garage at the BWI Marshall Airport Rail Station at 5 Amtrak Way.
Shop Baltimore's 8 Main Streets for Small Business Saturday
The November 25 event is part of a nationwide effort to support local businesses that can't compete with larger retailers boasting Black Friday deals.
LIST: Baltimore restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving
If you're looking to save some time and money--or splash out--on Thanksgiving this year, these Baltimore-area eateries will be open for you and your family to enjoy.
Man charged with sexual assault of 71-year-old woman on Baltimore trail
The woman told officers the attack happened around 6 p.m. on November 7 as she was walking through the Gwynns Falls Trail.
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The Morton St. Dance Company is putting on the Nutcracker for the holidays
Morton Street Dance Center, with the help of the Dance Foundation of Maryland, is working alongside professional dancers to prepare a full-length production of the classic The Nutcracker.
Toy Insider expert James Zahn discusses the top toys of the holiday season
Toy Insider says these are the toys to grab now to make your holiday wishes come true.
Medium Rare brings its DC flare to the Rotunda
The popular D.C. has its first Maryland location in North Baltimore at the Rotunda shopping center.
There's more than just food and drinks on the menu at Oxymoron Bar & Bistro
There's more than just food and drinks on the menu at Oxymoron Bar & Bistro
Columbia Orchestra preparing for two upcoming concerts in December
Columbia Orchestra preparing for two upcoming concerts in December
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Former Ravens Anquan Boldin, Steve Smith Sr. named as Pro Football Hall of Fame Semifinalist
Two former Baltimore Ravens - Anquan Bolden and Steve Smith Sr. - were named semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
Orioles to open 2024 season at Oriole Park, tweak home game start times
The team will open the season at Oriole Park for the first time since 2018 when they host the Los Angeles Angels.
Mark's Take: Baltimore Ravens get well-earned break with best record in AFC
The Baltimore Ravens finally get a well-earned break.
Zay Flowers' TDs and celebrations sent the Ravens into their bye week on a high note
Zay Flowers showed a national TV audience how he can impact a game — and added a couple clever touchdown celebrations to boot.
Zay Flowers catches and runs for TDs, Ravens force 4 turnovers in 20-10 win over Chargers
Baltimore (9-3) heads into its bye week one-half game ahead of Kansas City, Jacksonville and Miami for the best record in the conference.
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Rosalynn Carter, former first lady, dies at age 96
The Carter Center said she died "peacefully, with family by her side" on Sunday, Nov. 19, at her home in Plains, Georgia.
Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, on "Face the Nation," Nov. 19, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, that aired on Nov. 19, 2023.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter enters home hospice care
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who has dementia, is entering home hospice care like her husband, The Carter Center said.
President Biden signs short-term funding bill to keep government open
The bill will fund the government at current levels until mid-January.
David DePape found guilty of federal charges in Paul Pelosi assault
David DePape, accused of bludgeoning former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband Paul Pelosi with a hammer at the couple's San Francisco mansion last year, was found guilty of the charges in a federal court Thursday.
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LIST: Baltimore restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving
If you're looking to save some time and money--or splash out--on Thanksgiving this year, these Baltimore-area eateries will be open for you and your family to enjoy.
Spicy celebration: Nov. 22 marks Kimchi Day in Maryland
The spicy, salty and sour fermented cabbage is a traditional Korean side dish that has gained international popularity.
Marijuana on the Menu: The growing trend of cannabis-infused dinner parties in Maryland
Entrepreneurs are taking advantage of the demand—including for private dinner parties where the food is infused with cannabis.
Thanks for Giving: Operation Christmas Child sends shoeboxes of joy around the world
Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse, turns an empty shoebox into an amazing gift.
Inner Harbor Ice Rink returns to mark start of holidays in Baltimore
The Inner Harbor Ice Rink returns this year starting Saturday, Nov. 11, and will remain open until Jan. 15, 2024.
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Shop Baltimore's 8 Main Streets for Small Business Saturday
The November 25 event is part of a nationwide effort to support local businesses that can't compete with larger retailers boasting Black Friday deals.
Marylanders eligible for free Lyft credits this holiday season
Up to $20,000 in ride-share credits will be made available to Marylanders this holiday season.
Gas prices are tumbling, just in time for Thanksgiving
A steep selloff in the oil market on Thursday, described by one Wall Street bank as a "bloodbath," mean gas prices could keep sinking in the coming days.
Kia to provide anti-theft software upgrades in Hanover to theft-prone cars
Kia will also provide steering wheel locks to owners of impacted vehicles that are not eligible for the software upgrade.
Raising Cane's opens Columbia location, 5th in Maryland
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
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Raising Cane's opens Columbia location, 5th in Maryland
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
Baltimore County executive vetoes amendments to plastic bag ban
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore designated a federal tech hub, setting path for millions in funding
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Five Maryland billionaires among the 400 richest in the nation, Forbes says
Last year, Maryland had seven billionaires on the list.
Harris Teeter to reopen Locust Point location following 'pest control and sanitation procedures'
The store will reopen Saturday morning, according to a social media post from Baltimore City Councilman Eric Costello.
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Tips for staying healthy amid possible holiday surge in respiratory illnesses
Dr. Celine Gounder offers ways to help protect yourself this holiday season.
Marijuana on the Menu: The growing trend of cannabis-infused dinner parties in Maryland
Entrepreneurs are taking advantage of the demand—including for private dinner parties where the food is infused with cannabis.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
More free COVID-19 tests can be ordered now, as uptick looms
The next round of free COVID test orders will ship starting the week of Nov. 27.
Here's how to protect yourself and your family from respiratory viruses over the holidays
Flu cases continue to pick up in most parts of the country, particularly the South and the West, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
David Letterman returns to "The Late Show" for first time since 2015
David Letterman hosted "The Late Show" for over 20 years, from 1993 to 2015.
Maryland Zoo drops ticket prices to $18 for winter season
The lower price reflects the lower visitor and animal activity over the winter, the zoo said.
CBS to host Golden Globes in 2024
CBS will air the three-hour award show extravaganza live on Sunday, Jan. 7.
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Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Tuesday morning forecast 11/28/2023
Meteorologist Meg McNamara has your Tuesday morning forecast
Maryland Weather: Coldest air of the season arrives Tuesday
Grab the heavy coat before you head out today. And go ahead and add the hat, gloves, and scarf!
Derek Beasley has your Monday night forecast (11/27/2023)
Derek Beasley has your Monday night forecast (11/27/2023)
Derek Beasley has your Monday evening forecast (11/27/2023)
Derek Beasley has your Monday evening forecast (11/27/2023)
Derek Beasley has your Monday evening forecast (11/27/2023)
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Where's Miana? Checking out the 20,000+ albums at Trax on Wax
Miana's learning more about the popular albums, new and old, pressed on vinyl that can be purchased at Trax on Wax in Catonsville
John-John Williams IV discusses isolation and depression within the LGBTQ community during the holid
For members of the LGBTQ community, the holidays can be very difficult. Reporter John-John Williams IV joins us to tell us about his latest story that looks at ways Baltimore-area groups are connecting with LGBTQ people who are struggling with isolation and depression.
The Morton St. Dance Company is putting on the Nutcracker for the holidays
Morton Street Dance Center, with the help of the Dance Foundation of Maryland, is working alongside professional dancers to prepare a full-length production of the classic The Nutcracker.
Where's Miana? Checking out the amazing vinyls, new and old, at Trax on Wax
Trax on Wax has a bevy of records to choose from, including records from Baltimore-bred artists like Turnstile and Kix
Toy Insider expert James Zahn discusses the top toys of the holiday season
Toy Insider says these are the toys to grab now to make your holiday wishes come true.