Florence Is Gone. Here Come The Scams.
It's a sad reality: After natural disasters, there will always be those who want to prey on the displaced, the down-and-out and the desperate.
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It's a sad reality: After natural disasters, there will always be those who want to prey on the displaced, the down-and-out and the desperate.
Since the devastating storm, the all-volunteer Lucky Dog Animal Rescue has saved more than 120 dogs and cats.
As Hurricane Florence approached the East Coast last week, one man began planning an elaborate evacuation. Tony Alsup decided to drive a big yellow school bus from his home in Greenville, Tennessee, toward South Carolina and into the path of the impending storm — but there was a reason behind his odd route.
Water appears to have receded in some areas of the Carolinas, but more flooding from Hurricane Florence could arrive through the weekend, officials say.
That blue jellyfish-like creature seen on an Ocean City beach, is actually a siphonopores-- or as some argued in a Facebook post earlier this week the species of a Portuguese man o' war.
President Trump travels to flood-ravaged North Carolina on Wednesday to assess the federal response to Hurricane Florence, which drenched the state last week.
Extreme weather events are often pointed to as harbingers of what is to come, thanks to manmade climate change. Unfortunately, Hurricane Florence, like Hurricane Harvey last year, is an example of what climate change is doing to storms right now.
Volunteers from Maryland and Delmarva chapters of The Greater Chesapeake Region of American Red Cross are leaving for North Carolina daily to bring assistance to those devastated by Hurricane Florence.
Two people were rescued from a car stuck in high water in Elkridge, Maryland.
In its final act before moving offshore, post-tropical cyclone Florence is expected to bring heavy rain to parts of New England and the mid-Atlantic on Tuesday.
Hurricane Florence has been downgraded to a Tropical Depression, but now it's hitting Maryland with a lot of rain. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect through the afternoon.
When disaster strikes, the Red Cross and the National Guard are always there to help. And these days, so is José Andrés.
Even as Florence leaves the Carolinas, the floodwaters and death toll keep rising.
Authorities recover body of 1-year-old boy swept away by floodwaters in North Carolina; child slipped from mom's grip.
As the death toll rises from Florence, Marylanders are helping in the Carolinas.
As water rescues continue for people trapped in flooded neighborhoods in the Carolinas after Florence's fury, several animals that were rescued ahead of the storm need homes.
A majority of cell phone users will receive an alert on Thursday, September 20, with the header "Presidential Alert" and the message, "THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed."
The death and destruction wrought by Tropical Storm Florence has been punctuated with stories of bravery, generosity and resilience.
As Hurricane Florence continued to pour down on the Carolinas on Friday, a journalist for ABC local station WTVD who was in the field reporting on the storm found herself rescuing a dog.
As Tropical Storm Florence swirled over the Carolinas on Friday, a Weather Channel reporter's attempt to capture the wind's fury has since gone viral.
"Many people who think that the storm has missed them have yet to see its threat," North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said. "This system is unloading epic amounts of rainfall -- in some places measured in feet, not inches."
Florence's catastrophic encore could bring some of its worst destruction yet on Sunday.
Naval Academy midshipmen are helping improve the accuracy of hurricane forecasts by flying into the eye of the storm.
Two people have died in Wilmington, North Carolina, after a tree fell on their house, the first reported storm-related deaths due to Hurricane Florence.
What your need to know about Hurricane Florence.
The Baltimore City Public School Board voted on Wednesday to not renew the charter for the Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys (BCSB).
A community event at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) raised awareness for a Maryland woman who organizers say is being held by the Filipino government.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
Baltimore County schools' superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers proposed a $2.49 billion operating budget for the Fiscal Year 2027.
The governor has promised no new taxes and fees, meaning painful cuts could be ahead.
A community event at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) raised awareness for a Maryland woman who organizers say is being held by the Filipino government.
The governor has promised no new taxes and fees, meaning painful cuts could be ahead.
No criminal charges will be filed in the death of Dontae Melton, Jr., who died in Baltimore Police custody last June.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
Along with cold weather, occasional chances of snow are in the forecast heading into the weekend.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
WJZ is live at Hotel Revival checking out what inspired hotel’s approach to Dry January this year.
Marty Bass is at Rye Street Tavern to learn about Baltimore’s Oyster Recovery Partnership.
Harford County Restaurant Week runs from Jan. 16 to Jan. 25. in 2026.
Marty Bass visits Far and Dotter in Maryland to learn about how CBD products can help with dry January.
The Pendry in Baltimore discusses its Boozy Tea service.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
The Towson Tigers have a big test on Thursday night when they welcome CAA preseason favorite Charleston to SECU Arena.
John Harbaugh was fired by the Ravens on Tuesday, Jan. 6, after he completed his 18th season in Baltimore.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
President Trump gave his stamp of approval for John Harbaugh, the former Baltimore Ravens head coach who was fired on Tuesday after 18 seasons.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
Colder temperatures return to Maryland this week
Much colder air moving back into Maryland
Much colder temperatures blow into Maryland
WJZ-TV's Marty Bass has your latest weather forecast.
Along with cold weather, occasional chances of snow are in the forecast heading into the weekend.
Baltimore school board votes to not renew charter for Collegiate School for Boys
Towson prepares for big home game against Charleston
Colder temperatures return to Maryland this week
Baltimore County superintendent proposes $2.49 billion operating budget
Friends of Maryland woman in the Philippines plead for her return home