Cherry Blossoms Hit Peak Bloom Ahead Of Parade, Festival
Washington's famous cherry blossoms have hit peak bloom ahead of this weekend's National Cherry Blossom Festival.
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Washington's famous cherry blossoms have hit peak bloom ahead of this weekend's National Cherry Blossom Festival.
After nearly 100 years, the National Park Service holds some of the country's most beautiful and historic places, though it also suffers from an $11 billion backlog of unfunded maintenance and a visitor base that's aging and mostly white.
The National Park Service wants to begin using border collies to chase away Canadian geese that frequent the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool and other spots on the National Mall.
Authorities say a man has died after a tree fell on him on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland.
Not all news out of Washington is political. Tuesday, a welcome prediction was made about the return of the city's cherry blossoms.
The National Park Service is rescinding a proposal to start charging entrance fees along the entire, 185-mile length of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park.
The National Park Service says it plans to offer boat rides through a restored aqueduct on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Williamsport.
A 61-year-old man is in critical condition after being hit by a car in northern Virginia.
The National Park Service is in the early stages of gathering ideas and comments for a new memorial in Washington that has been proposed to honor the Peace Corps and its founding ideals.
The National Park Service is planning ahead for this year's holiday celebrations, and the National Christmas Tree lighting is now about eight weeks away.
Officials from the city of Cumberland and the National Park Service are making progress toward a Potomac River public access point for kayakers and canoeists.
The National Park Service is giving its approval to a plan that would have government sharpshooters kill more than 2,800 white-tailed deer at three Civil War battlefields in Maryland and Virginia over the next five years.
The National Park Service says it wants to expand the Antietam National Battlefield near Sharpsburg to include about 500 acres in neighboring West Virginia where Civil War soldiers fought the Battle of Shepherdstown.
The National Park Service says it wants to rewater another 2.5 miles of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in the western Maryland town of Hancock.
The National Park Service has completed a study of the Shepherdstown Battlefield and related resources.
Technically speaking, horses are as foreign to the sands of Assateague Island as phragmites, the reedy marsh plant that covers hundreds of the barrier island's acres.
Bicyclists and hikers in western Maryland will soon have an easier time getting across the Potomac River into Paw Paw, West Virginia.
The National Park Service is warning visitors that some parks in and around Washington may close because of flooding over the weekend.
It took nearly three years and $15 million to do it but Monday, the Washington Monument is once again open to the public.
Interior Secretary Sally Jewell says the National Mall needs a facelift and that it won't likely happen without private donations to help the National Park Service.
The National Park Service says it's cutting off vehicle access to a Potomac River boat ramp near Sharpsburg for more than a week to replace a bridge over the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
National Park Service rangers are rigging up at Catoctin Mountain Park near Thurmont to learn how to rescue people in the mountains.
The National Park Service is working to reopen the Washington Monument in May after a lengthy closure to repair damage from an earthquake in 2011.
Washington's famous cherry blossom trees are expected to bring the first sure sign of spring between April 8 and 12, when they're predicted to reach peak bloom.
The National Park Service says visitors to parks in and around the nation's capital spent nearly $929 million in surrounding communities in 2012.
Temperatures both Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be above normal in Maryland
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Immigrant advocacy group We Are CASA stood with some Maryland legislators pushing for the passage of two bills they say will protect immigrant communities.
Three employees were injured — one critically — in a thermal explosion Friday evening at a warehouse in Carroll County, according to fire officials.
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
The Iran war reached the three-week mark as about 2,200 more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the region, two U.S. officials said.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Much milder air returns to Maryland Friday through the weekend.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
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.
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.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
WJZ makes a visit to The Spa at the Hotel at the University of Maryland.
Medspa and business owner, Keiarna Stewart, shares her journey on how she got into the beauty and wellness space.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
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.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
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.
Temperatures both Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be above normal in Maryland
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 3/20/2026
The chance of rain spikes this evening, followed by another round of rain Sunday night.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Warmer weather, chances of rain are in Maryland forecast
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Immigrant advocacy group We Are CASA stood with some Maryland legislators pushing for the passage of two bills they say will protect immigrant communities.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 3/20/2026
A 44-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder after a shooting in a Pikesville neighborhood left a 43-year-old man dead on Thursday, according to Baltimore County police.