Hagerstown man allegedly set fire to his van after driving it onto Maryland railroad tracks
Fire investigators discovered the remnants of a couch in the van while gathering evidence and determined that the fire had started inside the vehicle.
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Fire investigators discovered the remnants of a couch in the van while gathering evidence and determined that the fire had started inside the vehicle.
Terry Klinger was also in Ocean City trying to make the most of his vacation gone wrong.
Sandbags and safe parking spaces are a hot commodity ahead of the September tropical storm.
The 58-year-old Navy veteran was facing near-certain death from heart failure but other health problems meant he wasn't eligible for a traditional heart transplant, according to doctors at University of Maryland Medicine.
The parking garages are located at 501 S. Eden Street, 805 S. Caroline Street, and 400 S. Central Avenue.
Energy industry representatives welcomed the ruling.
An ambulance took the male to a hospital, which is where medical personnel pronounced him dead.
The festival has been moved from its traditional spot on the calendar in the sweltering heat of July to September, a move organizers say will create opportunities to engage with students in an impactful way.
Demetrius Smith who was wrongly convicted of murder and first-degree assault and spent more than five years in prison.
The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts will host two family-focused components of ARTSCAPE 2023: Kidscape and Teenscape.
MARC trains are expected to be operating on Sunday, but train passengers could encounter delays of up to 30 minutes between Bowie State University and Washington, D.C.
Experts note that motorcyclists bear responsibility when it comes to road safety, too.
This is the second time someone has been killed by fireworks in Maryland within the past few months.
WJZ obtained copies of the reconsideration committee's decision letters for the first five of 56 books up for review in Carroll County Public Schools.
Gov. Wes Moore and members of his administration toured some of Howard County's latest flood mitigation efforts on Friday to get a sense of the progress made toward protecting the residents who live there.
Community members say they don't want to see any more coal operations in their neighborhood.
For a history-making two months, a pig's kidney worked normally inside of a brain-dead man.
Maryland has won 10 straight games against nonconference opponents and three in a row against the ACC.
Starting next year, the public will be able to obtain copies of audio recordings and disseminate or broadcast them, though the recordings will first be subject to a redaction process to shield sensitive information.
The storm generated flash flood warnings and tornado warnings in various parts of the state.
For more than 70 years, the United Negro College Fund has pledged to honor education and award HBCU scholarships.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown and Maryland Public Defender Natasha Dartigue took a barbershop tour in hopes of sparking conversations about how to repair the cycle of incarceration.
Though tragic, suicide is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs—and how to get help—can save lives.
Towson University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Institute of Well-Being's new and improved location on York Road this week.
One of the teens was allegedly an accessory after the fact.
After a weekend of rain and wind - drier and sunnier days are ahead
Tyler Loop sent the Baltimore Ravens home with a stunning victory and then got carried off the field at the Maracana on his jubilant teammates' shoulders.
Police said an 18-year-old man was found with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound near Campus Drive and was taken to the hospital.
Tyler Loop kicked a 56-yard field goal as time expired as the Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys, 34-31, on Sunday at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The regular-season finale between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees on Sunday was canceled because of sustained rain.
Police said an 18-year-old man was found with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound near Campus Drive and was taken to the hospital.
Tyler Loop kicked a 56-yard field goal as time expired as the Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys, 34-31, on Sunday at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
MDE said the fuel spilled into Long Quarter Branch, prompting its emergency response team to take immediate containment measures.
Thirty Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) line workers and support personnel from Maryland traveled to New Jersey to help restore power to thousands of residents impacted by this weekend's nor'easter.
After a weekend of rain and wind - drier and sunnier days are ahead
After the Silver Diner filed a lawsuit to keep its restaurant open at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), supporters have organized a grassroots campaign with the same goal.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a standardized review process for data centers, as well as creating a Maryland Data Center Task Force and Data Center Dashboard.
Columbia, Maryland has been ranked the No. 1 city in the nation for women due to its favorable conditions for good job prospects and positive health outcomes, according to a new survey released by the financial website WalletHub.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
WJZ is live in Aberdeen getting a preview of some of the attractions and food vendors that will be available at this year's Italian festival.
Dr. Aminta H. Breaux, President of Bowie State University joins us in studio to talk about Fall Convocation, new degree programs on campus and shares important updates on the Bowie State MARC Train transit development.
Owner Jada Betts joins us in studio to talk about her business, and the other services her company Ambrosia has to offers besides tailgating food.
Dr. Kate Viola, Dermatology Partners, joins us in studio to breakdown back to school skin issues like irritation and rashes and demonstrates how to treat them properly at home.
We are live at Fogo De Chão in Towson checking out their full Churrasco experience and learning what makes Brazilian steakhouses stand out from others.
Tyler Loop sent the Baltimore Ravens home with a stunning victory and then got carried off the field at the Maracana on his jubilant teammates' shoulders.
Tyler Loop kicked a 56-yard field goal as time expired as the Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys, 34-31, on Sunday at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The regular-season finale between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees on Sunday was canceled because of sustained rain.
The Baltimore Orioles routed the New York Yankees 10-2 in a doubleheader opener on Friday.
American football will make its debut in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday with a game between the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys at a futebol cathedral.
Baltimore lawmakers rallied Friday in support of Question 3 that's set to appear on the ballot for the midterm elections this November.
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Benjamin Netanyahu focused on Iran, and on defending Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank amid condemnation from fellow leaders at the U.N.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Businesses celebrated Dolly Day by participating in fundraising efforts to support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Harford County.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Maryland's Oceans Calling Festival announced on Friday it has canceled all days of the music event due to coastal flooding impacting the site in Ocean City.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Drier weather in Maryland this week follows nor'easter
After a weekend of rain and wind - drier and sunnier days are ahead
More rain and wind are expected in Maryland on Sunday.
Today is another First Alert Weather Day for rain and wind impacts through early evening
A coastal storm will bring wind and rain to Maryland this weekend.
Drier weather in Maryland this week follows nor'easter
BGE workers travel to New Jersey to help restore power after nor'easter
Nearly 6,000 gallons of diesel fuel spilled in Baltimore County
Child rescued from house fire in Loch Raven, Baltimore County
Shelter-in-place lifted at Towson University after shooting nearby