
Genetic Tests Help Officials Identify Roger Hearne Kelso As Victim In 1985 Cold Case
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.
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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.
The Maryland Office of the Public Defender is seriously considering an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court in two cases involving rape convictions where DNA analysts' reports were used but the analysts themselves never testified.
Even when they don't play, the Baltimore Orioles are having success these days.
After getting off to a damp start, our Thursday is shaping up to be cool and dry.
The Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays were rained out Wednesday night in what was supposed to be the finale of their three-game series.
Showers will linger across the Baltimore area through the night, but the overall intensity and coverage will decrease as it progresses.
A Maryland man described by the FBI as a "self-professed" white supremacist was sentenced on Wednesday to four months of incarceration for storming the U.S. Capitol while wearing a court-mandated device that tracked his movements, court records show.
Greater transparency is needed before Maryland settles on any eligibility requirements regarding who can serve on local police accountability boards, advocates for police reform in Maryland said Wednesday.
For the mother of 15-year-old Nykayla Strawder, the grief is unbearable.
A special deputy U.S. marshal and Justice Department contractor from Maryland faces a federal charge over his alleged role in a romance scam targeting more than 20 victims, authorities said.
For many of us, the thought of playing baseball at iconic Oriole Park at Camden Yards would be a dream come true. That dream became reality Wednesday for several dozen local children.
Even when they don't play, the Baltimore Orioles are having success these days.
After getting off to a damp start, our Thursday is shaping up to be cool and dry.
The Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays were rained out Wednesday night in what was supposed to be the finale of their three-game series.
Showers will linger across the Baltimore area through the night, but the overall intensity and coverage will decrease as it progresses.
A Maryland man described by the FBI as a "self-professed" white supremacist was sentenced on Wednesday to four months of incarceration for storming the U.S. Capitol while wearing a court-mandated device that tracked his movements, court records show.
A special deputy U.S. marshal and Justice Department contractor from Maryland faces a federal charge over his alleged role in a romance scam targeting more than 20 victims, authorities said.
One person was hospitalized Wednesday after a box truck crashed into home in Cecil County, authorities said.
The "Cleaner, Greener, Beautiful-Baltimore" campaign is a community engagement program the agency would launch in September.
The proposal would reunite 18 neighborhoods previously divided by district lines, officials said.
Sports wagering is moving forward at three Maryland facilities, gaming and lottery officials announced Wednesday.
Yesterday, today and tomorrow the top junior golfers from around the world are competing in an American Junior Golf Association event at Woodholme Country Club in Baltimore County.
Shout out to salmon colored shorts! We talk with a young athlete about playing at the American Junior Golf Association's National Qualifier.
Family members told WJZ the grandson is doing well, but is tired. The grandmother remains hospitalized, but it is unclear what lead to their disappearance.
"White power" flyers were distributed around Lake Kittamaqundi in downtown Columbia over the weekend, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball said.
University officials across Maryland are preparing for both the return of students in the coming weeks and the Monkeypox public health emergency.
Even when they don't play, the Baltimore Orioles are having success these days.
The Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays were rained out Wednesday night in what was supposed to be the finale of their three-game series.
For many of us, the thought of playing baseball at iconic Oriole Park at Camden Yards would be a dream come true. That dream became reality Wednesday for several dozen local children.
Maryland's six sportsbooks handled more than $15.4 million in bets in July.
Rougned Odor hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the eighth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night.
A Maryland man described by the FBI as a "self-professed" white supremacist was sentenced on Wednesday to four months of incarceration for storming the U.S. Capitol while wearing a court-mandated device that tracked his movements, court records show.
Michael Huber called serving and supporting Scott "a privilege," and said he'll be serving the city in a different way.
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that the search warrant was connected to White House records.
The Frederick County Board of Elections will decertify the county's primary election results from last month's primary election after discovering an issue with the certified results, local and state elections officials said Monday.
The bill aims to lower health care costs, tax large corporations and make historic investments in combating climate change.
Over the course of several weeks, students will learn about the African diaspora during a cooking class, and how the Mali Empire used drums to communicate at long distances.
Over its history, the building on Holiday Street, a stone's throw away from City Hall, has had many incarnations.
In just a week and a half, the three-day We Give Black Fest dedicated to social change, fundraising and highlighting Black-led organizations serving greater Baltimore will be held at West Covington Park.
Named for the legendary congressman and mayor, Thomas D'Alesandro Jr., the fireboat served the community for 59 years.
A few weeks ago, Klondike appalled the internet when it said that the Choco Taco would be discontinued. This week, it reversed course, saying the beloved ice cream treat may be coming back - eventually.
Disposable diaper prices have jumped 20% over the past year, according to the latest data from NielsenIQ.
Starting later this month, all Wegmans stores in Maryland are phasing out single-use plastic bags.
Time is running out for Marylanders to pay their state income taxes if they haven't already done so.
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development's Maryland Mortgage Program is launching a variety of new home loan products to provide more flexible options for down payments and closing cost assistance, according to housing officials.
Amazon is limiting how many emergency contraceptives consumers can buy, joining other retailers who put in place similar caps following the Supreme Court decision overruling Roe v. Wade.
In just a week and a half, the three-day We Give Black Fest dedicated to social change, fundraising and highlighting Black-led organizations serving greater Baltimore will be held at West Covington Park.
A few weeks ago, Klondike appalled the internet when it said that the Choco Taco would be discontinued. This week, it reversed course, saying the beloved ice cream treat may be coming back - eventually.
The Maryland Works for Wind project will partner local companies and unions to develop a training model for the offshore wind industry, while trying to reach potential workers from underserved populations.
Airbnb said Tuesday that it had 103.7 million bookings on its platform during the three months ended in June, a new quarterly high for the company.
Under its policies, Ring "reserves the right to respond immediately to urgent law enforcement requests for information in cases involving imminent danger of death or serious physical injury to any person," the company said.
There are big question marks around what might happen next, as the coronavirus' evolution remains quite elusive 2½ years into the pandemic.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman has joined the advisory board of the Taylor Hooton Foundation, a group that educates young athletes about the dangers of anabolic steroids and other performance enhancing drugs.
"The main thing is educating the student body about what they can do to prevent the disease and also recognize it early."
An annual workforce report by the Maryland Hospital Association reveals a state-wide shortage of 5,000 full-time registered nurses and 4,000 licensed practical nurses.
Educators are working to reduce the public health risk while some students worry about how their campus experiences might be affected by the virus.
Maryland's six sportsbooks handled more than $15.4 million in bets in July.
The blue duiker is a species of antelope found in the forests of Africa.
Baltimore's own Dru Hill and Smash Mouth will perform Saturday as the Birdland Summer Music Series continues with "I Love the 90s."
The fifth annual Trash Wheel Fan Fest is slated to take place in Baltimore's Abell neighborhood in September, according to festival staff.
Starting in November, visitors to the BMA will get a look at some of the highlights of John Waters' personal collection through the exhibit "Coming Attractions: The John Waters Collection."
After getting off to a damp start, our Thursday is shaping up to be cool and dry.
We're looking at a much cooler, dryer day compared to Wednesday. Tim breaks down what to expect today and heading into the weekend.
Derek Beasley has your Wednesday night forecast
Showers will linger across the Baltimore area through the night, but the overall intensity and coverage will decrease as it progresses.
Derek Beasley has your severe storm forecast
We're looking at a much cooler, dryer day compared to Wednesday. Tim breaks down what to expect today and heading into the weekend.
Derek Beasley has your Wednesday night forecast
Downed trees and power lines littered parts of Northeast Baltimore after a major storm ripped through parts of the area nearly a week ago.
“I can’t sleep. I have bags under my eyes,” Nykerah Strawder said in a new interview with WJZ. “No matter how many times I try to close my eyes, I see her.”
Derek Beasley has your severe storm forecast