
Remains found in Florida shallow grave in 2007 identified as former Maryland resident who was never reported missing
Jeana Burrus' whereabouts had not been questioned in the 16 years since the remains were found, a Florida sheriff's office said.
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Jeana Burrus' whereabouts had not been questioned in the 16 years since the remains were found, a Florida sheriff's office said.
Roger Hearne Kelso went missing from his Glen Burnie home in 1963 when he was around 20-years-old, leaving a note saying he was in pursuit of a new job.
The county department will receive $225,000 and the city crime laboratory will receive $252,000.
There may be DNA evidence that could clear Adnan Syed.
An archaeological discovery of major importance is made in Anne Arundel County.
Police say Nelson snatched the 10-year-old off the street in Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania, on Sept. 19, 1999 and drove her to West Virginia, where she was assaulted. She was later released.
A study of Florida's python population has discovered some unnerving information about a possibly terrifying new breed of slithering creatures.
Fed up with dog poop being left around, board members at a Maryland condominium complex are now relying on DNA samples to police unscooped feces.
For years, the military has encouraged family members of Korean War soldiers to donate DNA that can be potentially used to identify their relatives' remains. But that can be challenging when some don't have biological family available to provide DNA samples.
The shocking revelations came about after the woman's daughter, now 36 years old, took a DNA test and learned that her biological father was a complete stranger.
Over 55,000 attendees will receive a free Orig3n DNA test at the Baltimore Ravens home opener.
Police in a suburb of Washington are using a composite image created by DNA in an effort to identify a man who raped five women.
The remains of a Baltimore soldier who was missing from the Korean War have been identified.
Recent DNA advances help close a 2006 Baltimore County murder case and now the victim's husband is to blame.
A Baltimore man has been sentenced to life in prison in the fatal shooting of an acquaintance and the unrelated rape of a woman.
Maryland prosecutors are declining to reply to a convicted rapist's request that the U.S. Supreme Court overturn his conviction and 100-year prison sentence.
Maryland's highest court has ruled that criminal defendants cannot present evidence of DNA matches to other suspects at trial unless the results have been confirmed by more testing.
It's among the most prestigious scholarships in the world and it's going to a student right here in Baltimore.
The man suspected of abducting University of Virginia student Hannah Graham has been linked to a sexual assault almost 10 years ago in Fairfax County.
A federal appeals court has revived a wrongful conviction lawsuit against the Baltimore mayor, the city's police department and three of its officers.
Prince George's County prosecutors say a man has been indicted in a 1982 murder and that a DNA match was key to the case.
It could be a promising way to stop a deadly disease--swapping out defective genes with healthy ones.
Solving crimes in Baltimore City. WJZ goes inside the police department's high-tech crime lab that helped crack a big case recently.
A 25-year-old man wanted for a 2012 sexual assault has been arrested in connection with another sexual assault and robbery.
A 28-year-old Harford County man was convicted of two counts of first-degree rape and first-degree burglary for the rape and sexual assault of an Edgewood woman in 2004.
For many, homeownership feels like a distant dream, but one organization is reshaping lives and communities to restore neighborhoods and build brighter futures.
A proposed bill in Maryland would allow residents to disclose "nonapparent disabilities" on their driver's licenses or identification cards.
A Baltimore County learning center may close earlier than expected, according to a new proposal from district officials.
Protests started Friday at a Baltimore County high school after a teacher allegedly posted to social media, targeting Hispanic students by way of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Some Maryland schools have canceled activities for Saturday, Feb. 8 as another round of winter weather is expected in the Baltimore region.
Wintry weather makes its return to the area Saturday with a bigger storm possible next Tuesday
Some Maryland schools have canceled activities for Saturday, Feb. 8 as another round of winter weather is expected in the Baltimore region.
For about a month, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has been working on pre-construction activities around the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
A Baltimore man is facing federal felony charges for flying a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during the NFL Wild Card game between the Ravens and Pittsburg Steelers on Jan. 11, according to the Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office.
Protests started Friday at a Baltimore County high school after a teacher allegedly posted to social media, targeting Hispanic students by way of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Did you know juicing could help you with your heart health?
Bar Louie has specials available for those coming to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday
NYC base Chef Mia Castro is celebrating Hispanic Food in a collaboration with ShopRite
Deborah Stone introduces us to a dog found in a Baltimore parking lot who happily found himself riding in a car to safety. Meet a dog named Skipjack in today’s Furever Home.
Owner Kelli Bagby shares a few juicing recipes that are easy to make at home that not only are nutritious, but reduce inflammation and support heart health.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson lost the Most Valuable Player Award to Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
Baltimore Ravens legends Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda will have to wait another year to be enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Grant Udinski, a former Towson football player, will be the new offensive coordinator for the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars, joining first-year head coach Liam Coen's coaching staff.
Hunter Chauvette netted three goals to lead No. 8 Johns Hopkins to an early-season 11-10 win over rival Towson on Tuesday at Johnny Unitas Stadium.
The NWSL is establishing a $5 million settlement fund for players who experienced abuse after the 2021 sexual misconduct scandal.
Immigrant-rights groups and five pregnant women are challenging President Trump's order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
A group of transgender minors and their families filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive action restricting access to gender-affirming care for people under the age of 19.
One of three soldiers aboard an Army Black Hawk helicopter that was involved in the deadly midair collision outside Washington, D.C., was identified as Capt. Rebecca Lobach.
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road.
President Trump invoked presidential powers to begin his long-promised immigration crackdown shortly after taking office on Monday.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
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Meet Baltimore native and professional basketball player King Arthur, who opened Free Sweat Gym in Windsor Mill to promote mental wellness alongside fitness.
Dave Portnoy, the President of Barstool Sports, stopped at a Baltimore pizza shop this week for a review and committed to gifting the owner $60,000 to keep the store open for another year.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
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
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.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
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McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to anticipated ice accumulations. We saw a brief period of snow before a lull late this morning into the early afternoon. Eventually, we will see some sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses.
Clouds will increase Saturday morning, with temperatures hovering in the low to mid-30s. We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to anticipated ice accumulations. Precipitation will begin spreading into the area by late morning into the afternoon. It will likely start as snow, gradually changing over to sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses. Light ice accumulations are expected across the region, which could lead to slick roadways. Areas north and west of Baltimore, which saw significant ice totals in the last storm, will again be the most impacted.
Precipitation will begin spreading into the area by late morning into the afternoon. It will likely start as snow, gradually changing over to sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses.
Wintry weather makes its return to the area Saturday with a bigger storm possible next Tuesday
Maryland will see more winter weather this weekend, mixed precipitation to the region.
We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to anticipated ice accumulations. We saw a brief period of snow before a lull late this morning into the early afternoon. Eventually, we will see some sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses.
Your Saturday news round up | February 8, 2025
Clouds will increase Saturday morning, with temperatures hovering in the low to mid-30s. We have issued a WJZ First Alert Weather Day due to anticipated ice accumulations. Precipitation will begin spreading into the area by late morning into the afternoon. It will likely start as snow, gradually changing over to sleet and then freezing rain as the afternoon progresses. Light ice accumulations are expected across the region, which could lead to slick roadways. Areas north and west of Baltimore, which saw significant ice totals in the last storm, will again be the most impacted.
Our next round of wintry weather will arrive on Saturday, marking the first of two wintry events expected in the next week.
Protests started Friday at a Baltimore County high school after a teacher allegedly posted to social media, targeting Hispanic students by way of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).