Md.-Made Instruments Help NASA Collect Debris From Comet
There's nothing like being at the right place at the right time. That includes the planet Mars.
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There's nothing like being at the right place at the right time. That includes the planet Mars.
Crews searched for scorched wreckage along the Virginia coast Wednesday in hopes of figuring out why an unmanned commercial rocket exploded in a blow to NASA's strategy of using private companies to fly supplies and, eventually, astronauts to the International Space Station.
Investigators want to know what turned a spectacular rocket launch into a catastrophic failure in a matter of just seconds. Eyewitnesses were rattled by the massive explosion.
A NASA rocket bound for the International Space Station exploded during lift-off. NASA officials say the rocket suffered a catastrophic anomaly shortly after liftoff. Now officials are trying to figure out what went wrong.
Mars is facing a close call this weekend. A rare comet will pass by the planet at an extremely close distance.
Alyssa Carson is getting ready for a journey to Mars, even though she's not even old enough to drive yet.
Baltimore native Reid Wiseman makes his first spacewalk outside the International Space Station.
NASA's Maven spacecraft entered orbit around Mars for an unprecedented study of the red planet's atmosphere following a 442 million-mile journey that began nearly a year ago.
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.
Officers found four adults with multiple gunshot wounds near the corner of McHenry Street and South Fulton Avenue, officials said.
We'll dry out for the weekend after late week snow showers
Baltimore police said there have been at least 20 recent robberies involving victims wearing expensive coats in Baltimore.
This week marks 22 years since authorities found the body of a Baltimore federal prosecutor stabbed more than 30 times in a creek in rural Pennsylvania.
Howard County's Jewish community is celebrating a big milestone: 40 years since the county's first Chabad came to be.
Officers found four adults with multiple gunshot wounds near the corner of McHenry Street and South Fulton Avenue, officials said.
We'll dry out for the weekend after late week snow showers
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
This week marks 22 years since authorities found the body of a Baltimore federal prosecutor stabbed more than 30 times in a creek in rural Pennsylvania.
The suspect charged in the deadly shooting of a man at the MGM National Harbor is being held without bail.
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 visits Krampus Haunted House at East Point Mall in Baltimore.
Boumi Shriners held their third annual FEZtival of Trees in Baltimore.
Black Barn Alpacas in Maryland will host "Fleece" Navidad in Finksburg.
WJZ is at BLK Swan in Baltimore to learn about the return of their Jazz Brunch event.
Martin's West in Maryland has the secret to the best Thanksgiving mac and cheese.
Lamar Jackson and Aaron Rodgers — six MVPs between them — have remarkably never faced each other. It's finally happening this weekend.
The Baltimore Ravens extended tight end Mark Andrews' contract by three more years, the team announced on Wednesday.
Reliever Ryan Helsley and the Baltimore Orioles finalized a $28 million, two-year contract on Monday, a deal that includes a player option for 2027.
Joe Burrow threw two touchdown passes, and the Bengals snapped Baltimore's five-game winning streak with a 32-14 win over the fumble-prone Ravens.
Olympic Gold medalist and Maryland native Quincy Wilson has committed to the University of Maryland's Track and Field Program, Head Coach Andrew Valmon announced.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
"Any document signed" by Biden with an autopen "is hereby terminated," President Trump said.
A National Guard member died in the wake of the shooting near the White House, President Trump said.
Federal immigration authorities said Wednesday they have paused processing requests from Afghan nationals, after a man from Afghanistan was identified as the suspect in the D.C. National Guard shooting.
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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
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.
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.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
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.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
Arctic cold weather is expected to return to Maryland next week.
The first accumulating snow of the season is winding down in the Baltimore area. Leftover flurries, freezing drizzle and slick spots continue.
Parts of Maryland saw light snow and accumulation on Friday morning. Cold temperatures are expected to return to the region next week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Snow, frigid temperatures on Friday in Maryland
Officers found four adults with multiple gunshot wounds near the corner of McHenry Street and South Fulton Avenue, officials said.
Arctic cold weather is expected to return to Maryland next week.
Legislation was introduced to designate the Museum of the Blind People’s Movement as a national museum.
The Maryland Attorney General’s Office identified the Baltimore County Police officers involved in the deadly shooting of a 31-year-old man.
The Howard County Jewish community is gearing up for a huge Hanukkah celebration.