How to help Hurricane Milton survivors after the storm
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
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President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
A CBS News investigation found numerous examples across the U.S. where emergency officials failed to issue timely alerts to warn the public about safety threats — or never issued an alert at all.
FEMA and the FCC launched a nationwide test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday.
Staff with the Federal Emergency Management Agency will next week assess the damage caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida in Anne Arundel and Cecil counties to determine if the state qualifies for federal assistance.
When disaster strikes, houses of worship are often on the front lines, feeding and sheltering victims.
A new report finds low-income residents and renters in New Jersey and New York were particularly hard hit by Superstorm Sandy.
Some of Maryland's federal lawmakers are pressing the Federal Emergency Management Agency to give Garrett County more help in recovering from a blizzard spawned by Superstorm Sandy.
Under intense pressure from angry Republicans, House Speaker John Boehner agreed Wednesday to a vote this week on aid for Superstorm Sandy recovery.
Maryland's congressional delegation is supporting an appeal for additional help for individuals affected by Superstorm Sandy.
Maryland's two U.S. Senators will be on hand for a hearing that examines the federal response to Superstorm Sandy.
Maryland officials say they will appeal the Federal Emergency Management Agency's denial of a request for individual assistance for residents of the lower Eastern Shore in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy.
Superstorm Sandy will go down in the record books as one of the most expensive storms in U.S. history. Now the federal government is stepping in to help state's cover the cost, including Maryland.
An employee with the Federal Emergency Management Agency has pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $143,000 from the agency.
Odds are, you remember where you were exactly one year ago today. August 23, 2011 is when Maryland was rocked by the largest earthquake in living memory.
Federal Emergency Management officials are stressing the importance of dam safety.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has awarded more than $4 million to the Southern Maryland Electrical Co-op in three Maryland counties.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has awarded $1.8 million for cleanup costs in St. Mary's County following Hurricane Irene.
Maryland and federal emergency management officials are beginning a series of briefings for Hurricane Irene disaster aid applicants.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency this week has found about $40 million to refill disaster aid accounts and now expect the relief fund to stay solvent until at least Friday, the end of the budget year.
Maryland suffered nearly $16 million in damage from Hurricane Irene. The federal government will reimburse state and local governments 75 percent of reconstruction costs.
The measure includes $500 million in immediate, emergency funding to make sure FEMA won't have to cut off help for victims of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee at the end of the month.
Carroll County emergency management officials say federal officials have visited the country to assess damage done by Hurricane Irene.
Shortly after 9/11, the FBI selected Mount St. Mary's University as one of seven institutions nationwide where the FBI would focus its recruitment for intelligence analysts.
President Barack Obama offered moral support Saturday to federal emergency management workers hunkered down for Hurricane Irene's weekend march up the East Coast and 14,000 active-duty and National Guard troops were put on standby for post-storm relief work.
President Barack Obama visited the Federal Emergency Management Agency's command center on Saturday as Hurricane Irene began making its way up the East Coast.
As the affordability crisis plays out around the country, Johns Hopkins University researchers found out how the issue impacts residents in the Baltimore area.
A Baltimore County native said she's stuck in the Middle East as the war in Iran ramps up.
On Wednesday, Waymo testified to the Maryland House of Delegates and the state Senate to advocate for two bills that would authorize Waymo and other autonomous vehicle companies to operate in Maryland.
A man whom police are calling a serial burglar was arrested for a string of thefts that took place at hotels in downtown Baltimore, according to police.
A Maryland woman who was caught on camera breaking into multiple homes in three counties was sentenced to five years in prison for the offenses in Anne Arundel County, according to the State's Attorney's Office.
BGE is temporarily pausing a project on the Baltimore Peninsula that aims to expand the capacity of the utility system, saying it plans to review recommendations given by Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson.
Wet weather will put a dent in the ongoing drought across the Mid-Atlantic.
As the affordability crisis plays out around the country, Johns Hopkins University researchers found out how the issue impacts residents in the Baltimore area.
Anne Arundel County enacted an immediate moratorium on new development in some areas, as the sewer system has reached peak capacity, the Department of Public Works (DPW) said.
A Baltimore County native said she's stuck in the Middle East as the war in Iran ramps up.
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.
Top Stitch Marine Canvas in Maryland talks custom boat interiors and canvases.
Baltimore’s Iron Crow Theatre discusses its new production, Next to Normal.
Through its I-Shine program, Chai Lifeline pairs mentors with children whose parents or siblings are battling cancer.
Words with Boards in Baltimore talks about their unique products.
WJZ visits the Verandah Kitchen in Baltimore for Vegan Restaurant Week.
The Washington Commanders have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a lawsuit from 2022 that alleged the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans by lying about an inquiry into sexual misconduct and a persistently hostile work environment.
The Baltimore Ravens hired Nic Gill as their vice president of health and performance on Monday after he previously spent nearly two decades with New Zealand's national rugby team.
Baltimore Orioles top prospect Samuel Basallo left a game Thursday because of right side abdominal discomfort after the catcher made a sweeping tag for an out at the plate.
Through a sudden death overtime goal, the U.S. men's hockey team is golden over Canada.
Music performers Nelly and Vanilla Ice will be headlining the Birdland Summer Music Series following two Baltimore Orioles games this season at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
President Trump says his objective in attacking Iran "is to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats" from the regime in Tehran. Read his full statement and watch the video here.
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.
Wet weather will put a dent in the ongoing drought across the Mid-Atlantic.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Wet weather, but warmer, this week in Maryland
Warmer, but wet weather this week in Maryland
Temperatures tracking warmer this week in Maryland
An 82-year-old crossing guard dresses up to help others in New Jersey.
Chick-fil-A is no longer using pea starch in its waffle fries, which it added in 2024 to add crispiness.
Dermatologists advise against using tanning beds to get a “base tan."
Fidelity Investments found that the average 401(k) balance grew by 11% in 2025.
Geno's Steaks, a Philadelphia staple, will open its first Baltimore restaurant Thursday at Power Plant Live!.