Lightning Strike Grounds BWI Flights For Hours, Injures Air Traffic Controller
A lightning bolt strikes the air traffic control tower at BWI--injuring an employee and grounding planes for hours.
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A lightning bolt strikes the air traffic control tower at BWI--injuring an employee and grounding planes for hours.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it's suspended all employee furloughs and says air traffic facilities will begin returning to regular staffing levels over the next 24 hours.
Crisfield Municipal Airport has been awarded a grant of more than $78,000 to update its master plan.
Two Eastern Shore airports have been awarded grants for safety and environmental assessments.
Montgomery County authorities say one person is dead and one person is injured in a small plane crash in Laytonsville.
Laser pointers shined into the eyes of pilots in the air. The Feds are pushing for stiff new penalties against laser strikes. A WJZ investigation brought the problem to light here in Maryland.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command and Federal Aviation Administration will be conducting flights in the Washington area over the next two weeks.
Senate to vote on House bill extending FAA's operating authority through mid-September, and provision to eliminate air service subsidies.
It may be used as a plaything, but laser pointers are deadly serious when focused on aircrafts. Incidents of pilots being temporary blinded has nearly doubled.
The Federal Aviation Administration on Friday replaced three top managers in the nation's air traffic control system following embarrassing incidents of controllers sleeping on the job and making potentially dangerous mistakes.
A week after a plane carrying first lady Michelle Obama aborted a landing at Andrews Air Force Base, the Federal Aviation Administration has changed top managers at the radar center that handled the aircraft.
Safety investigators say a plane carrying first lady Michelle Obama this week came closer to a big military cargo jet than previously reported.
The National Transportation Safety Board has opened an investigation into the aborted landing of a plane carrying first lady Michelle Obama earlier this week.
There's a big shake-up at the Federal Aviation Administration in the wake of air traffic controllers falling asleep while on duty. Now the chief who oversees the nation's air traffic system has resigned.
There's a focus on Southwest Airlines. Federal investigators are now scrutinizing the safety of an entire fleet of planes.
The federal government is mandating new safety inspections after a hole ripped open in a Southwest jet.
Maryland State Police say two people from Maryland and one from Virginia were on board a small plane that flipped as it was landing at an air park in Ridgely on the Eastern Shore.
There's new fallout from this week's incident at Reagan National Airport, where an air traffic controller now admits he was asleep on the job while two pilots were trying to land.
An air traffic controller admits he was sleeping as two planes tried to land at nearby Reagan National airport. The FAA is now looking to make sweeping changes.
High tech, it isn't. But measuring snow at BWI-Marshall wasn't measuring up to standards this past winter.
A Baltimore County councilman is pushing for a safer ride along Northwind Road in Perry Hall.
The Milwaukee Brewers tied a team record with their 97th win of the season, beating Baltimore 1-0 Saturday with the help of a fly ball lost in the sun by Orioles right fielder Rece Hinds.
Ascension Saint Agnes voted to ratify its first-ever union contract on Saturday to improve patient safety and nurse retention.
A Baltimore man has been arrested after brandishing a firearm during a road rage incident on a Baltimore County highway Friday morning.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
Scattered rain and a few storms could interrupt outdoor Sunday plans.
A Baltimore County councilman is pushing for a safer ride along Northwind Road in Perry Hall.
Thousands of Ravens and Orioles fans are expected to soar into downtown Baltimore, which means a big boost for local businesses.
Ascension Saint Agnes voted to ratify its first-ever union contract on Saturday to improve patient safety and nurse retention.
The Milwaukee Brewers tied a team record with their 97th win of the season, beating Baltimore 1-0 Saturday with the help of a fly ball lost in the sun by Orioles right fielder Rece Hinds.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
The Trump administration has repealed an executive order that sought to coordinate the efforts of federal, state and local governments to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland is committing $1.36 million to gun violence prevention and intervention programs, Gov. Wes Moore and the Department of Health announced Wednesday.
Maryland's largest Italian festival is two weeks away and is expected to draw crowds of more than 20,000 people.
Jay O'Brien, Vice President of Broadcasting & Gameday Productions, joins us with what fans can expect at Sunday's game and information on a new pre-game entertainment experience called “The Uprising”.
Mixologist Molly Horn joins us in studio with two Ravens cocktails that are sure to be a hit at any tailgate event this season.
Chef Robert Stewart shows off some elevated game-day bites that fans can easily recreate at home or in the stadium parking lot.
WJZ is live in Dundalk with Mike Cornblatt checking out some of the delicious food items that will be available at the upcoming Ravens home opener TailGOAT.
Dr. Angela Allen, Head of School, and Emma Harris join us to talk about the Huffman Commons building and how it is impacting student life at Notre Dame.
Thousands of Ravens and Orioles fans are expected to soar into downtown Baltimore, which means a big boost for local businesses.
Officials in Baltimore are warning people heavy traffic is expected downtown on Sunday when there will be back-to-back Ravens and Orioles games.
Pete Alonso hit another home run against his former team Wednesday night — and received another ovation from New York Mets fans still smarting over his departure for the Baltimore Orioles last December.
Pete Alonso launched his 300th career home run Tuesday night, a tying shot in the ninth inning against his former team, and Coby Mayo's inside-the-park homer in the 11th sent the Baltimore Orioles to a 7-5 victory over the New York Mets.
The Baltimore Ravens released kicker Jake Moody from the practice squad Tuesday after Tyler Loop made field goals of 57 and 45 yards in a season-opening win over Indianapolis.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Despite Judge Pamela White's decision to restore computer access to Baltimore's inspector general and order the city to respond to her subpoenas, the battle is not yet over.
A judge ruled in favor of Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming, saying she will order the city to grant Cumming access to its computer systems.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
Cutter Martin has your Saturday evening forecast | 9/20/2026
A dry Saturday in Maryland before rain returns
Scattered rain and a few storms could interrupt outdoor Sunday plans.
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The best weekend weather will be through Saturday as humidity levels fall.
A Baltimore man has been arrested after brandishing a firearm during an alleged road rage incident on a Baltimore County highway Friday morning.
A Baltimore County councilman is pushing for a safer ride along Northwind Road in Perry Hall.
Ascension Saint Agnes voted to ratify its first-ever union contract on Saturday to improve patient safety and nurse retention.
Trey Macini officially retires as an Oriole
Cutter Martin has your Saturday evening forecast | 9/20/2026