New NASA Mission Hoping To Find Out What Turned Mars Into The Red Planet
This Sunday may mark the end of summer, but it's the start of a new Mars mission. A NASA spacecraft will lock into orbit on Sept. 21.
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This Sunday may mark the end of summer, but it's the start of a new Mars mission. A NASA spacecraft will lock into orbit on Sept. 21.
If the clouds cooperate Sunday evening, a massive full moon will rise over Maryland.
NASA has chosen a University of Maryland proposal for a new instrument to observe changes in global vegetation from the International Space Station.
It's one long road trip, but man's first voyage to Pluto is almost over.
It's not just space NASA focuses on. A fleet of satellites also studies the Earth. That vantage point is showing most of us are breathing cleaner air.
Safely on board. Baltimore County's own Reid Wiseman made it onto the International Space Station after a successful lift off Wednesday.
He's the dad next door, but he's about to launch into outer space. Cockeysville native Reid Wiseman is part of the next crew heading to the International Space Station.
The hunt for life on other planets has some new contenders after the discovery of more than 700 new worlds by NASA.
If it had lungs and Mars had oxygen, the little rover named "Opportunity" could blow out 10 birthday candles Saturday.
NASA gives the green light for an emergency spacewalk to fix an external cooling system.
Two hundred miles up, there's a problem -- a potentially serious one for the International Space Station.
A solar flip-flop. Scientists at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center say the sun is in the process of reversing its magnetic poles.
Close encounter! All eyes were on outer space as a comet barreled toward the sun. Would it survive this dangerous journey?
Mixing rocket science and business. That's what NASA and Maryland have signed on to do.
Cracking a Martian mystery. That's what NASA hopes to achieve with a new spacecraft.
It appears Earth has dodged more bullets than expected. Last February's meteor blast over Siberia sent NASA scientists back to their computers.
Students from three Baltimore City middle schools are competing in Rocket into Poly—a rocket launching competition at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute.
A spacecraft that gave scientists their first peek into a comet's icy interior will explore no more, NASA said Friday.
Drones built for surveillance are being converted into hurricane hunters. It's a NASA program operating south of Ocean City.
Soon, for weeks as a time, a large object is expected to light the night sky. it could be wonderful or a total bust.
NASA's newest robotic explorer rocketed into space late Friday in an unprecedented moonshot from the Eastern Shore that dazzled sky watchers along the East Coast.
From the Eastern Shore to the moon. NASA will launch the LADEE spacecraft from Wallops Island, just over the Maryland line in Virginia.
Scorched earth. That's what new images from NASA satellites are showing across the world. Hotter, drier conditions are fueling more wildfires.
NASA is rescheduling its planned launch of two rockets from the Eastern Shore of Virginia to Friday.
It's not visible by eye, but the sun is experiencing a great deal of activity right now.
First Alert Weather Days continue through early week for the risk of severe storms
Samuel Basallo hit a two-run homer and Trevor Rogers pitched out of trouble for five innings as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-0 on Friday night.
Baltimore City's annual Fourth of July Celebration is coming back to the Inner Harbor.
A 20-year-old moped driver died after fleeing a traffic stop in Baltimore.
The Maryland Zoo has all kinds of protocols in place to make sure that all 1,800 animals stay cool and healthy.
First Alert Weather Days continue through early week for the risk of severe storms
More than 3,000 Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) customers were left without power Friday morning due to underground cable faults.
Samuel Basallo hit a two-run homer and Trevor Rogers pitched out of trouble for five innings as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-0 on Friday night.
Baltimore City's annual Fourth of July Celebration is coming back to the Inner Harbor.
A 20-year-old moped driver died after fleeing a traffic stop in Baltimore.
Amtrak Northeast Region announced at least 18 trains were canceled Thursday because of temperature-related conditions.
This Fourth of July is expected to be the hottest on record for much of the U.S., and Maryland is already under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The extreme heat moving into Maryland this week could be dangerous not only for humans but their pets, too.
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.
AAA's Ragina Ali tells WJZ-TV what travelers should expect during the July 4th holiday weekend
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas gets an inside look at the BMA stall at Baltimore's Lexington Market.
WJZ's Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore celebrates America 250.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas visits Hershey Park to talk food, fun, and all that Hershey Park has to offer for their major celebrations this Summer.
Samuel Basallo hit a two-run homer and Trevor Rogers pitched out of trouble for five innings as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-0 on Friday night.
Anne Arundel County native and former Loyola (Md) lacrosse player Pat Spencer reportedly agreed to a contract with the NBA's Phoenix Suns.
Ovechkin and the Capitals inked a deal with a $1 million salary and bonuses worth an additional $8 million.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
July 1 is "Bobby Bonilla Day," an annual payday for the former Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets slugger, whose $1 million deferred payments will continue on that date until 2035.
David Hearn is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant on the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
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
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.
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
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.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Record heat and storms are in Maryland this Fourth of July.
First Alert Weather Days continue through early week for the risk of severe storms
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The heat has not let up in Maryland and thunderstorms are on the horizon for Friday and Saturday. WJZ meteorologist Steve Sonsa has your latest forecast.
Blistering hot temperatures continue Friday in Maryland
Adopt-A-Block, Inc. & Compassion Commission to present 24th free home to veteran on the Fourth of July.
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is celebrating the 4th of July with concerts & fireworks at Oregon Ridge.
Record heat and storms are in Maryland this Fourth of July.
The Maryland Zoo has all kinds of protocols in place to make sure that all 1,800 animals stay cool and healthy.
20-year-old moped driver dies after fleeing traffic stop in Baltimore