Police Investigating After Missing Maryland Man Sets Himself On Fire Outside White House
A Maryland man, who died after setting himself on fire in the Ellipse near the White House, was reported missing by his family just hours before the incident.
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A Maryland man, who died after setting himself on fire in the Ellipse near the White House, was reported missing by his family just hours before the incident.
A man lit himself on fire near the National Mall in Washington D.C. Wednesday afternoon.
One of the most accomplished spellers in this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee is offering a master class in composure at the microphone.
Seventeen of those got in through the bee's wild-card program, but Akash, who's from San Angelo, Texas, won his regional bee.
The former secretary to defrocked American Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has released excerpts from private and confidential correspondence among top Vatican leaders which reveal details of restrictions placed on McCarrick by the Holy See following allegations of sexual misconduct.
Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, an "Old Guard" soldier honored a fallen service member with an awe-inspiring display of patriotism at Arlington National Cemetery. Last week, a member of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment was seen placing a flag on the Tomb of the Unknown Solider as heavy rain poured on, gaining admiration for the tribute.
The video posted on Twitter carried a message saying it was why Russia lost in the world hockey championship semifinals.
The Instagram account for Sully the service dog posted a photo of Sully next to the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.
President Donald Trump says the event will continue next year -- even as the group's president says the annual event is set to end.
The poppy is a symbol of remembrance and has been used since 1921 to commemorate those who died in war.
Former President Barack Obama surprised students of the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy on Wednesday afternoon and played a game with them.
Kumar won a $5,000 college scholarship and $1,000 in cash.
Officials of the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan Area Transit Authority say part of the transit train system is set to shut down for 15 weeks, affecting an estimated 17,000 riders per day.
Whether you're headed to the beach or planning a barbeque, weather this Memorial Day weekend will be perfect for your plans.
Asked about "REOs" during a House Financial Services hearing, Carson responded, "An Oreo?"
Separate rallies throughout the state Tuesday gave a unified message aimed at responding to the wave of new abortion laws recently passed in states across the U.S.
A Maryland man who pleaded guilty to paying two teenage girls for sex while he was employed as a police officer in Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison.
The New York Police Department used a photo of Woody Harrelson in its facial recognition program in an attempt to identify a beer thief who looked like the actor, according to a report published Thursday.
The Rolling Stones are ready to get back on the road after postponing their North American tour because Mick Jagger needed medical treatment.
A Georgetown University student caught up in the college admissions scandal is suing to prevent the school from potentially kicking him out.
Heading on a road trip this summer? You may want to know where to stop when you need a bathroom break.
A 220-year-old Catholic girls' school in Washington, D.C., will now allow news about same-sex unions in its alumnae magazine.
Leaders of churches and a synagogue that were victimized by violent hate crimes met Monday evening to talk about how they helped their congregants heal.
Authorities served an eviction notice Monday to activists who have stayed for more than a month inside the Venezuelan Embassy in Washington and asked them to leave immediately.
Amtrak announced it's having a Mother's Day Companion Sale with buy one, get one tickets.
Neither of the victims of the ICE shootings in Maine or Texas were the target of enforcement operations, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Tuesday's high temperatures in the Baltimore area will top out in the lower to middle 90s. Triple digit highs are possible in Maryland Wednesday.
A fire broke out at a vacant school in northwest Baltimore late Monday night.
Help is on the way for businesses hurt by the sudden closure of the Empire Towers office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland.
A family dog is responsible for igniting a fire that killed three pets and left $150,000 worth of damage to a home in Harford County on Friday, July 10, the Office of the State Fire Marshal said.
Tuesday's high temperatures will top out in the lower to middle 90s.
Help is on the way for businesses hurt by the sudden closure of the Empire Towers office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland.
A family dog is responsible for igniting a fire that killed three pets and left $150,000 worth of damage to a home in Harford County on Friday, July 10, the Office of the State Fire Marshal said.
A fire broke out at a vacant school in northwest Baltimore late Monday night.
Friends and family gathered on Monday to celebrate the life of former WJZ reporter and sports anchor Stan Saunders, who died on Friday, June 26.
Empire Towers on Ritchie Highway was evacuated Thursday after construction workers noticed issues with rebar in the floor.
The Baltimore County Police Department identified the victims Friday as 9-year-old Steve Allen and 15-year-old Giovanna Myrie.
The cyclopsora parasite causes major gastrointestinal issues — bloating, cramping and watery diarrhea — that can last days or even weeks.
A 10-story office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland was evacuated Thursday afternoon due to structural concerns.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
WJZ is live in Harford County at the creamery learning about their history, how they started making ice cream, and how you can get some delicious ice cream ahead of National Ice Cream day on July 19.
Chandler Blake with the Maryland SPCA joins us with Wacko, a 2-month-old pup looking for a his forever home.
Laura Gamble and Leanna Wetmore join us to talk about why Waterfront Partnership and PNC Bank decided to bring pickleball to the Inner Harbor and how people can reserve time on the new courts.
The greenhouse at Morgan State University is utilized to support education and help students understand the issue of food deserts in the community. Students grow various herbs and vegetables, including kale, thyme, sage, basil, and chamomile.
Sammy Pirrone from Girl Scouts of Central Maryland and Julie Hershman from Meals on Wheels sit down with us in studio to discuss their partnership and how it embodies Girl Scouts’ mission.
An errant pitch from Royals reliever Lucas Erceg that struck Baltimore's Blaze Alexander on the left hand resulted in both dugouts and bullpens emptying onto the field near home plate during the seventh inning of the Orioles' 8-2 victory.
Leody Taveras homered and drove in three runs, Samuel Basallo added a solo shot and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Kansas City Royals 8-2 Sunday for a three-game sweep.
Kyle Bradish gave up one run and two hits in 6 2/3 innings, Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Kansas City Royals 6-1 on Saturday night.
Samuel Basallo hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Kansas City Royals 5-3 in the opener of a three-game series between last-place teams Friday night.
Jeremiah Jackson hit a two-run double in the bottom of the eighth inning to lift the Baltimore Orioles to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
David Hearn is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant on the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
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.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
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.
The cyclopsora parasite causes major gastrointestinal issues — bloating, cramping and watery diarrhea — that can last days or even weeks.
Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness linked to severe diarrhea, has infected hundreds of people in at least 18 states, including here in Maryland.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Steve Sosna has your Tuesday afternoon forecast | 7/14/2026
Tuesday's high temperatures in the Baltimore area will top out in the lower to middle 90s. Triple digit highs are possible in Maryland Wednesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Extreme heat returns to Maryland this week
Temperatures ramp up this week in Maryland
Steve Sosna has your Tuesday afternoon forecast | 7/14/2026
CBS News confirms a temporary change in way ICE agents stop vehicles nationwide
You've probably heard of little free libraries, little boxes along sidewalks offering books to take and trade. Now, more community-led exchanges are popping up, from a trinket library to exchanges for artwork, movies, and handwritten notes.
WJZ is live in Harford County at the creamery learning about their history, how they started making ice cream, and how you can get some delicious ice cream ahead of National Ice Cream day on July 19.
Chandler Blake with the Maryland SPCA joins us with Wacko, a 2-month-old pup looking for a his forever home.