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.
Photos of damage and devastation from Hurricane Florence in the Carolinas.
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.
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old heir to a wealthy and prominent Baltimore family, is behind bars in Pennsylvania awaiting likely extradition to New York to face a second-degree murder charge in the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is calling on the federal government to take action after he shared a video of what he said were drones flying above his Anne Arundel County home.
Daniel Penny, the veteran acquitted of homicide in the choking death of Jordan Neely, will join Donald Trump in his suite at the Army-Navy football game.
The Baltimore Police Department has appointed Ryan Lee, a former Boise Police Chief who was forced to resign after several complaints, to serve as the Chief of Detectives with the Operations Bureau, officials announced.
Four teens were released to the custody of their parents after being arrested for an unarmed carjacking in northeast Baltimore, according to police.
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old heir to a wealthy and prominent Baltimore family, is behind bars in Pennsylvania awaiting likely extradition to New York to face a second-degree murder charge in the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Two people were injured, along with a cat and dog, during a house fire in Catonsville, according to Baltimore County Fire officials.
The Baltimore Police Department has appointed Ryan Lee, a former Boise Police Chief who was forced to resign after several complaints, to serve as the Chief of Detectives with the Operations Bureau, officials announced.
Expect a cold & quiet stretch through the start of the weekend. Showers are possible as early as Sunday afternoon.
Four teens were released to the custody of their parents after being arrested for an unarmed carjacking in northeast Baltimore, according to police.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
The stars of "Dexter: Original Sin" join WJZ to share their excitement for the new series.
Charm City Sings joins WJZ to share a taste of their upcoming holiday performance.
Gundalow Gourmet invites viewers to get ready for the holidays at the Shops at Kenilworth's Holiday Wonderland.
WJZ Anchors Sina and Tim named their elves after receiving suggestions from viewers. Welcome Jingle and Belle!
Bennets Curse joins WJZ to share their take on the holidays.
Daniel Penny, the veteran acquitted of homicide in the choking death of Jordan Neely, will join Donald Trump in his suite at the Army-Navy football game.
BetMGM has made the Ravens a 16-point favorite.
The Ravens are one of the five teams that are about to go through a three-game, 11-day stretch.
For Army: Beat Navy. For Navy: Beat Army.
For the first time since 2017, the two military academies are both going to a bowl game.
Daniel Penny, the veteran acquitted of homicide in the choking death of Jordan Neely, will join Donald Trump in his suite at the Army-Navy football game.
Hunter Biden was convicted of three separate felony charges related to his purchase of a gun and pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in a separate case.
Johnny Olszewski, the Baltimore County executive, is taking his leadership to the nation's capital after knocking off Kimberly Klacik in Maryland's second congressional district race.
Baltimore City voters had eight municipal ballot measures to decide, including Questions F and H, as well as Maryland Question 1.
Former President Donald Trump prevailed in his third presidential bid — after four indictments, one conviction, two Democratic opponents and two assassination attempts.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Expect a cold & quiet stretch through the start of the weekend. Showers are possible as early as Sunday afternoon.
Saturday will feel like a January day with a mixture of clouds and sunshine. High temperatures will only reach the middle to upper 30s. Expect a wind out of the northeast at 5 to 10 mph. Clouds will thicken late Saturday night into Sunday morning ahead of our next weather system.
Expect a cold & quiet stretch through the start of the weekend. Showers are possible as early as Sunday afternoon.
Chilly temperatures stick around in Maryland
Chilly and cloudy end of the week in Maryland
Once person has died, another critically injured, along with a cat and dog, during a house fire in Catonsville, according to Baltimore County Fire officials.
Four teens were released to the custody of their parents after being arrested for an unarmed carjacking in northeast Baltimore on Thursday, Dec. 12
Baltimore County Fire Department investigate fire in Cockeysville, injuring 2 people and 2 pets
Expect a cold & quiet stretch through the start of the weekend. Showers are possible as early as Sunday afternoon.
Two people, along with a cat and dog, were injured during a house fire in Catonsville Friday morning, according to Baltimore County Fire officials.