Re-Evaluation Ordered In Md. Hospital Slaying
A Howard County judge will order another evaluation of whether a man accused of killing a fellow patient at a state mental hospital is competent to stand trial.
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A Howard County judge will order another evaluation of whether a man accused of killing a fellow patient at a state mental hospital is competent to stand trial.
A controversy is brewing over your rights. City police now say you can record them on the job, but that's not enough to satisfy a federal judge.
A former public defender who worked in New York and Washington will be sworn in as a judge of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals.
Frederick County lawmakers have agreed to increase the potential fine for drivers who illegally pass a school bus.
A federal judge said Tuesday that the U.S. government must notify Occupy D.C. protesters if it intends to evict them from a downtown Washington park and remove their tents and other belongings.
Prosecutors are asking a judge to consider whether the murder case against a man charged with killing a Mercer University law school graduate was assigned to the right judge.
A Maryland driver who fled the scene of a single-vehicle crash in Olney that killed three of his passengers was sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Attorneys arguing that Maryland's history of racially-segregated higher education is ongoing used decades-old state reports to try to make their point as a federal trial begins.
A Baltimore judge has dismissed a counterclaim by state officials against downtown property owners opposing the $1.6 billion State Center development.
A judge has ruled a man who stabbed a widower dozens of times does not have to pay restitution to the dead man's family.
A Charlottesville judge says a former University of Virginia lacrosse player's family can't testify at any sentencing proceedings if they're in the courtroom for his trial on murder charges.
Opening arguments have begun in the case against the man who ran Bob Ehrlich's campaign for governor. He's one of two men accused in last year's robocall controversy on election night.
An attorney for Frederick County says there's no evidence that two deputy sheriffs discriminated against a Salvadoran woman during a 2008 encounter that led to her arrest on an immigration warrant.
Attorneys for a University of Virginia lacrosse player charged with killing a female lacrosse star will be allowed to examine her medical records, a judge ruled Monday.
A federal judge is asking why records should remain sealed in a soon-to-be-settled lawsuit over the death of a Florida man in the 2001 anthrax attacks.
A state panel has reprimanded a Washington County judge for intentionally setting a bogus trial date to hasten the settlement of a civil case.
A federal judge will allow a presidential historian charged with conspiring to steal documents from U.S. archives to sell an Andy Warhol print and other items to cover his living expenses.
Former Rep. Frank Kratovil has applied for a judgeship in Queen Anne's County.
A Maryland Public Service Commission judge is giving tentative approval to a large solar energy project on the grounds of a state prison complex near Hagerstown.
A federal judge has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to adopt or approve new pollution standards for the Anacostia River.
The state's highest court ends the state prosecutor's three-year-long quest to bring bribery and perjury charges against a Baltimore city councilwoman.
Court of Appeals Chief Judge Robert M. Bell has named Judge Lenore R. Gelfman as administrative judge for the Howard County Circuit Court. Gelfman succeeds Judge Diane O. Leasure, who announced her retirement, effective Nov. 4, 2011.
A former chief of staff to a District of Columbia Council member was sentenced Tuesday to eight months in prison for accepting money from a taxicab industry representative seeking favorable legislation.
A judge has revoked the bail of the federal government's main informant in New Jersey's largest corruption sting after he was arrested in Baltimore last month.
A judge has denied a request to let an Oxon Hill senior walk with her class Thursday in a graduation ceremony because she is an English class shy of completing the requirements for Prince George's County high schools.
Caregiving and in-home care experts are reminding families that they can support aging loved ones while taking care of themselves, too.
Maryland State Police are investigating a hit-and-run that left a 30-year-old man dead Sunday in Baltimore County.
Although the afternoon will bring a few showers, Sunday will be the drier half of the weekend in Maryland.
A Baltimore man died on Saturday following an overnight shooting in Odenton, according to Anne Arundel County Police (AACoPD).
Numerous vigils have taken place around the U.S. since the death of Minneapolis mother, Renee Good, including here in Maryland.
Numerous vigils have taken place around the U.S. since the death of Minneapolis mother, Renee Good, including here in Maryland.
The Red Cross has reported that its blood supply is under pressure following the busy holiday season.
Although the afternoon will bring a few showers, Sunday will be the drier half of the weekend in Maryland.
Maryland State Police are investigating a hit-and-run that left a 30-year-old man dead Sunday in Baltimore County.
Several breakouts occurred overnight in Baltimore County, causing strain and frustration to business owners targeted by the crime.
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.
Marty Bass is at Tochterman's Fishing Tackle in Baltimore to talk about its 110th birthday.
WJZ is at Life Time Columbia learning how personal trainers come up with specific workout routines that help people achieve their fitness goals.
Marty Bass makes a visit to Loyola University's Ridley Athletic Complex in Maryland to talk about their sports dome and former lacrosse star Pat Spencer’s rise to the NBA.
Owner Betsy Wendell, of Octavia Boutique at the Village of Cross Keys, shares some of the top trends styling for 2026.
The Kennedy Krieger Institute shares invaluable tips for navigating the complex emotions and stress that often accompany medical appointments.
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 NFL is down one Harbaugh in its coaching ranks, although Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't expect his older brother to be out of a job for long.
Steelers fans have donated to Ravens kicker Tyler Loop's favorite charity after his missed field goal on Sunday.
In 18 seasons, Harbaugh coached the Ravens to a 13-11 postseason record and one Super Bowl championship.
A few months ago, the question was whether the Baltimore Ravens could finally perform in the playoffs like they had in the regular season. Instead, the heartache simply came earlier.
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.
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
Cutter Martin has your Saturday evening forecast | 1/10/2026
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 1/9/2026
Maryland will see some wet weather on Friday night and Saturday following spring-like weather this week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Tim Williams has your latest weather forecast.
Rain, warmer weather to end the week in Maryland
A gusty day is expected in Maryland on Sunday and a brief wintry mix.
Several break-ins occurred overnight in Baltimore County, causing strain and frustration to business owners targeted by the crime.
Maryland is now reporting 9 deaths from the flu and 3,176 hospitalizations
Cutter Martin has your Saturday evening forecast | 1/10/2026
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