26-Year-Old Micah Avery Indicted On Charges Of Defacing Lincoln Memorial During Protests
A 26-year-old DC man was indicted on charges in defacing the Lincoln Memorial during protests in May.
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A 26-year-old DC man was indicted on charges in defacing the Lincoln Memorial during protests in May.
The Trump administration on Tuesday rescinded guidance issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) earlier this month that would have prohibited foreign students from taking online-only coursework in the fall.
Snyder and coach Ron Rivera are already at work developing what the team called "a new name and design approach that will enhance the standing of our proud, tradition-rich franchise and inspire our sponsors, fans and community for the next 100 years."
Elena Delle Donne, the reigning WNBA MVP and a star on the defending champion Washington Mystics, is weighing whether she will play this season after a panel of doctors denied her request to opt out for medical reasons.
The Washington Redskins announced Monday they are retiring their team name.
The posters started blanketing light posts just a few weeks after the city entered what would be a monthslong stay-at-home order. Vividly colored and bearing a three-headed mushroom, they asked Washingtonians to "reform laws for plant and fungi medicines" by making natural psychedelics "the lowest level police enforcement priority."
The Washington Redskins may soon be no more -- at least with their current name.
Major League Soccer postponed a match between Toronto FC and D.C. United shortly before it was scheduled to begin Sunday morning because of one unconfirmed positive test and one inconclusive test for the coronavirus.
President Donald Trump paid a visit to wounded service members at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Saturday and wore a mask after months of refusing to be seen doing so in public.
Johns Hopkins University has joined a growing list of higher education institutions suing the Trump administration over changes to the Student And Exchange Visitor Program brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
The retail giant joined a growing list of companies calling for Washington's football team to change its name.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said Wednesday he believes the name of Washington's professional football team "probably should be changed," though he supported the team's name when he ran for governor in 2014.
Chief Justice John Roberts spent a night in a hospital last month after he fell and injured his forehead, a Supreme Court spokeswoman said Tuesday night.
More than a dozen Native American leaders and organizations sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday calling for the league to force Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder to change the team name immediately.
The defending World Series champion Nationals canceled their workout Monday because of COVID-19 testing delays that general manager Mike Rizzo worried could endanger the baseball season.
A group of D.C. firefighters and EMT's who have recovered from COVID-19 are now helping dozens of COVID-19 patients in the hospital.
The Washington Redskins are launching a thorough review of its name after the title sponsor of their stadium asked the NFL team to change its name.
As America celebrates its 244th birthday this weekend, Baltimore residents will be able to see five waves of Air Force and Marine Corps jets flying over the city in honor of Independence Day.
President Donald Trump's July Fourth celebration on the National Mall will feature one of the largest fireworks displays ever and as many as 300,000 face masks will be given away to those who want them — but despite health concerns from D.C.'s mayor, no one apparently will be required to wear them.
Some of the nation's leading property management companies deliberately excluded older people from seeing Facebook advertisements for dozens of apartment complexes in the Washington, D.C., area, a housing watchdog alleged in a lawsuit filed Wednesday.
The 2026 World Cup will see the United States host matches in 10 cities. The nation's capital wants to be one of them.
The Washington Nationals will try to defend their World Series title without at least two holdovers from last year's team, including one of the faces of the franchise.
The NAACP plans to move its headquarters from Baltimore to the nation's capital, the group announced Monday.
Washington D.C. and Baltimore are among the worst-run cities in America, in a new study.
The Democratic-controlled House approved a bill Friday to make the District of Columbia the 51st state.
A man who was involved in a deadly work zone crash along I-695 in Maryland was detained for violating his probation, according to the Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office.
A team of scientists at the University of Maryland (UMD) is gathering first-of-its-kind data through a device you put on your underwear.
Marty Bass announced his plans to retire in May after 48 years with WJZ.
The trombone emoji designed by a group of Maryland students is headed to iPhones everywhere.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for the potential of significant damaging wind gusts and a few tornadoes.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for the potential of significant damaging wind gusts and a few tornadoes.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness ahead of possible severe storms on Monday, March 16, that could bring damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes.
Marty Bass announced his plans to retire in May after 48 years with WJZ.
A man who was involved in a deadly work zone crash along I-695 in Maryland was detained for violating his probation, according to the Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office.
A team of scientists at the University of Maryland (UMD) is gathering first-of-its-kind data through a device you put on your underwear.
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.
Marty Bass is at the historic family run automobile repair shop in Essex talking about their services and community impact.
Baltimore's own Gabby Samone performs her latest single “Complicated”.
WJZ is live at the Little Italy pastry shop as they celebrate their 70th anniversary.
Carly Reighard joins us from the Pratt Library with her top reads for March.
The Turnover Shop in Maryland shares how to give new life to old items.
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.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County will play Howard in the First Four play-in game of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, with the winner taking on No. 1 seed Michigan on Thursday in Buffalo, New York.
DJ Armstrong buried seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 33 points, leading top-seeded UMBC to a 74-59 victory over No. 2-seed Vermont in the championship game of the America East Playoffs.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
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."
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.
The National Weather Service received a few storm damage reports Monday afternoon after a series of Tornado Warnings were issued.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for the potential of significant damaging wind gusts and a few tornadoes.
Severe weather is possible on Monday, including potential tornadoes. Meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest forecast.
Damaging winds, heavy rain, tornado risk in Maryland on Monday
Severe storms, possible tornadoes on Monday in Maryland
The National Weather Service received a few storm damage reports Monday afternoon after a series of Tornado Warnings were issued.
Baltimore leaders are preparing for severe weather.
Tornado Warnings were issued for Howard, Carroll and Frederick counties Monday amid fast-moving storms in the region.
Parts of Maryland experienced Tornado Warnings Monday amid severe weather across the state.
Baltimore is sharing its response plan as severe storms are expected across Maryland on Monday.