Bobby J. Brown, "The Wire" and "Law & Order: SUV" actor, dies at 62
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
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Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
O.J. Simpson was famously acquitted in the 1994 slayings of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
Carl Weathers was a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star.
The Maryland General Assembly is gathering for its annual 90-day legislative session.
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
The singer's death was announced in a statement posted on his website and social media channels.
Jeana Burrus' whereabouts had not been questioned in the 16 years since the remains were found, a Florida sheriff's office said.
Tony Bennett's joyful and stirring renditions of classic songs made him one of the most popular interpreters of jazz, pop and Broadway standards.
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
The Baltimore-born actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Safety regulator says it's "alarming" that company hasn't acted more urgently to recall potentially lethal product.
The German-born pontiff never wanted to lead the Catholic Church, and he may be best remembered for the way he departed the role.
Maryland reported 985 new COVID-19 cases and five new deaths, according to state health department data released Thursday morning.
Maryland reported 844 new COVID-19 cases and 15 new deaths, according to state health department data released Wednesday morning.
The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious death near Mount Airy.
COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.
The Maryland State Police expressed their condolences following the passing of one of their own, Trooper First Class Alec Elijah Cohen.
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.
More than a million children around the world have lost a parent to Covid-19, and a total of 1.5 million have lost either a parent, a grandparent who helped care for them or some other relative responsible for their care, a new study finds.
A woman was found dead under an underpass in south Baltimore.
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.