Dozens Starting New Year With Potomac Plunge
Dozens of people are starting the new year with a bone-chilling plunge into the Potomac River in the western Maryland town of Williamsport.
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Dozens of people are starting the new year with a bone-chilling plunge into the Potomac River in the western Maryland town of Williamsport.
The National Weather Service is reporting the season's first measurable snowfall in far western Maryland.
The National Weather Service says a low-end tornado touched down in Howard County and uprooted a tree that fell on an apartment building.
A powerful tornado leaves a New Jersey couple dead and their children injured after making landfall Thursday on Virginia's Eastern Shore.
The National Weather Service is investigating whether a tornado may have touched down in Anne Arundel County during Tuesday's storms.
The Maryland State Highway Administration says it saw few problems on the roads as rain turned to snow and sleet.
The National Weather Service say there is an enhanced threat for the spread of wildfires in parts of Maryland.
Yet another winter storm will move into the region Tuesday night.
Frostburg State University is remaining closed as another cold snap settles in on western Maryland.
Frigid temperatures. Maryland is preparing for another blast of winter weather. This time, we're facing record cold temperatures. Numbers are still dropping and are not yet close to their final low. But already, Baltimoreans are bundling up and bracing for the cold.
A tornado touches down in Darlington, Harford County. The National Weather Service confirms that a tornado hit a rural area of the county, destroying property and uprooting trees.
It is possible for temps to get a degree or two higher than 97 on at least one of the next few days, but overall I think our forecast is on target.
A stretch of hot, humid weather hits Maryland and a Code Red Heat Alert has been declared for the city of Baltimore Tuesday through Friday.
One look at the regional radar Friday will show the trouble that we'll be dealing with. The Greater DC Metro Area was absolutely pummeled by heavy rain during the night, and there are still numerous Flash Flood Warnings that remain in effect.
Heavy rains closed some roads and downed trees in the mid-Atlantic region overnight, prompting flash flood watches and warnings for several areas in Maryland.
The National Weather Service is confirming that a tornado touched down in the Clinton area of Prince George's County.
A strong shortwave, or upper-level disturbance, that is currently located in the Ohio Valley will be digging into the eastern region over the next 48 hour.
Storms downed trees and utility wires and left thousands in the dark in Delaware and Maryland.
Two tornadoes have been confirmed to have touched down in Maryland during last Thursday's storms.
Cleanup and confirmation. That put homeowners and weather researchers to work Friday.
A massive storm system that started in the Upper Midwest brought soaking rains and heavy winds to the Mid-Atlantic Thursday, causing widespread power outages, flash flooding and extensive flight delays, but largely failing to live up to its fierce billing.
A fast moving storm barrels through Maryland, causing widespread power outages and flash flooding.
The Maryland Transportation Authority has reopened all lanes on the Bay Bridge after a line of severe storms passed through the area.
The National Weather Service has now confirmed three tornadoes touched down in Maryland: in Baltimore City and in Baltimore and St. Mary's counties.
Storm or tropical force winds will not be in the equation for Maryland. But there will be a ton of rain moving our way.
Cold weather returned to Maryland on Tuesday after a few rounds of severe thunderstorms crossed the area Monday.
A former school employee in Baltimore County was convicted of a sex crime involving a 17-year-old student, the Baltimore Banner reports.
An 81-year-old Connecticut pastor has been indicted on charges in Maryland that he sexually abused a child at the Gilman School in the 1970s.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) men's basketball team was delayed for more than three hours at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport because of severe weather on Monday as it was preparing to leave for its NCAA Tournament destination.
Baltimore City saw some localized street flooding, including at the end of Thames Street, an area that typically sees high water during storms.
Baltimore City saw some localized street flooding, including at the end of Thames Street, an area that typically sees high water during storms.
Temperatures will feel 30° to 40° colder than Monday afternoon
Strong storms swept through Maryland on Monday afternoon, and more are possible through the evening.
Marty Bass announced his plans to retire in May after 48 years with WJZ.
A team of scientists at the University of Maryland (UMD) is gathering first-of-its-kind data through a device you put on your underwear.
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.
Marty Bass is at the historic family run automobile repair shop in Essex talking about their services and community impact.
Baltimore's own Gabby Samone performs her latest single “Complicated”.
WJZ is live at the Little Italy pastry shop as they celebrate their 70th anniversary.
Carly Reighard joins us from the Pratt Library with her top reads for March.
The Turnover Shop in Maryland shares how to give new life to old items.
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.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County will play Howard in the First Four play-in game of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, with the winner taking on No. 1 seed Michigan on Thursday in Buffalo, New York.
DJ Armstrong buried seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 33 points, leading top-seeded UMBC to a 74-59 victory over No. 2-seed Vermont in the championship game of the America East Playoffs.
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.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
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.
Cold weather returned to Maryland on Tuesday after a few rounds of severe thunderstorms crossed the area Monday.
Maryland temperatures to drop after Monday's severe weather
Cold front follows another round of storms in Maryland
Chance of severe storms continue through Monday evening in Maryland
The National Weather Service received a few storm damage reports Monday afternoon after a series of Tornado Warnings were issued.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas has a look at the storm damage Tuesday morning.
Maryland temperatures to drop after Monday's severe weather
Former Gilman School chaplain charged with 1970s child sex abuse
Severe line of storms brings heavy rain, leaves damage in Maryland