Authorities Investigate Columbia Apartment Fire That Displaced 20 Residents
An early Tuesday morning apartment fire in Howard County is being investigated as a possible case of arson, authorities said.
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An early Tuesday morning apartment fire in Howard County is being investigated as a possible case of arson, authorities said.
Stop us if you've heard this one before: Columbia is one of the best places in the country to live.
Four people were hospitalized in the crash, and a 67-year-old woman died.
Country star Dierks Bentley says a "bunch of friends, ice cold beer and good Country music is just about all you need for a perfect summer," and that will no doubt be the desired effect when the singer brings his "Beers On Me" tour to Merriweather Post Pavilion in July.
Howard County officials on Wednesday announced the indictments of eight men suspected of being part of the "59 Hoover" gang, an organization responsible for a wide range of crimes throughout the county.
The crash involves seven vehicles and was reported at 1:30 p.m.
Allegany, Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard and Washington counties, as well as Baltimore City, could see rain and heavy wind gusts.
A man suspected of shooting and killing an acquaintance outside a Jessup bar last week has turned himself in, authorities said Monday.
The community is coming together after a church sign in Howard County was vandalized last week.
A 32-year-old Elkridge man was killed in an early Wednesday morning crash in Howard County, authorities said.
A Glen Burnie man was fatally shot outside of a bar in Jessup after getting into an argument with an acquaintance, the Howard County Police Department said Wednesday.
Award-winning comedian and writer John Mulvaney has extended his "From Scratch" tour to include the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland.
The Howard County Fire Department said 15 to 20 people have been displaced by the fire.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball on Friday said a mask mandate will be lifted next week in "most" government buildings.
A 30-year-old Rockville man is accused of sexually assaulting a female student at a music school in Columbia, the Howard County Police Department said Thursday.
In a recent meeting, the Board of Education agreed to raise the minimum wage for Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) staff to $14 per hour.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has signed a bill to form a police accountability board to review complaints against members of the county's law enforcement agencies, the county announced Tuesday.
Howard County police continue to investigate a shooting in Columbia over the weekend that sent three people, including a mother and her 4-year-old son, to the hospital.
The historic matchup just so happened to fall on the weekend of their mother's birthday.
Howard County police identified 17-year-old Christian Johnson as the victim in a fatal shooting in Columbia on Saturday night.
The Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department is mourning the death of Deputy Chief Craig Ralston, who died last week of complications resulting from COVID-19.
Investigators believe the victim was shot through the open window on the driver's side of the van he was driving.
The suspect's arrest is giving neighbors in this community shocked by the alarming crime spree some relief.
No suspects have been determined and an investigation is ongoing, police said.
Masks are still required in government buildings in the three counties that lifted the mandates Tuesday.
An armed man who was shot and injured by Baltimore Police on April 2 had gained control of an officer's taser prior to the shooting, police said.
Baltimore County leaders are working to strengthen animal welfare laws with the introduction of three proposed bills.
A new program in Howard County public schools is aiming to make it safer for children with special needs.
A $1 million grant from the federal government will help Baltimore expand its 911 Diversion Program to support more mental health calls.
The Chicago White Sox have rescheduled the start of their Tuesday game against the Baltimore Orioles from the evening to midday due to a cold forecast.
Four people were injured after a machine malfunctioned Monday afternoon at a McCormick & Co. plant in Hunt Valley, Maryland, according to the Baltimore County Fire Department.
Widespread freeze conditions are likely Tuesday night into Wednesday morning
A $1 million grant from the federal government will help Baltimore expand its 911 Diversion Program to support more mental health calls.
An armed man who was shot and injured by Baltimore Police on April 2 had gained control of an officer's taser prior to the shooting, police said.
Baltimore County leaders are working to strengthen animal welfare laws with the introduction of three proposed bills.
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.
Rhebs Candies in Baltimore is preparing for the Easter rush.
Sports and Social is hosting March Madness events at Live Casino in Maryland.
The Maryland Institute College of Art is now accepting applications for its 2026 Pre-College Summer Intensive Program. Designed for students ages 15–17, the program offers a college-level experience that supports creative growth, and preparation for undergraduate study in art and design.
The Maryland Center for History and Culture shows off its new exhibits.
Ladew Topiary Gardens in Maryland welcomes spring flowers and shows off its menu.
The Chicago White Sox have rescheduled the start of their Tuesday game against the Baltimore Orioles from the evening to midday due to a cold forecast.
Ryan O'Hearn homered and matched a career high with four RBIs as the Pirates beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-2.
Nick Yorke singled home Bryan Reynolds in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
The first game-ending call by a so-called robot umpire gave Albert Suárez his first major league save in nine years, ending the Baltimore Orioles' 8-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.
The Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in Brazil in the third week, sources told our media partner, The Baltimore Banner.
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
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.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
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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.
Parts of Maryland could experience an early morning freeze Tuesday following spring-like weather over the weekend.
A Freeze Watch is in effect for much of our area Tuesday night, into Wednesday morning.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures in Maryland will cool down at the beginning of the week.
Temperatures will cool down in Maryland this week after a rainy Easter Sunday.
The Artemis II crew took part in a historic flyby of the moon.
Maryland leaders unveiled a transit development strategy for the Baltimore region.
Baltimore County leaders are aiming to strengthen animal welfare laws.
President Trump gave Iran a new deadline of Tuesday night to reach a deal.
Parts of Maryland could experience an early morning freeze Tuesday following spring-like weather over the weekend.