Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record
Alex Ovechkin made history when he scored against the New York Islanders on a power play in the second period.
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Alex Ovechkin made history when he scored against the New York Islanders on a power play in the second period.
Several hours into free agency, the Washington Capitals had two new goaltenders and a replacement for the defenseman they lost to Seattle. They were far from done.
The Florida Panthers finally delivered a little of that magic in the postseason, and not a minute too late.
A Washington Capitals player is stepping up in a big way after three Baltimore firefighters lost their lives at a vacant house fire last January.
The New York Rangers downed the Washington Capitals 3-2 in the regular-season finale on Friday night.
Peter Laviolette couldn't explain why his Washington Capitals fell flat in a 4-1 loss to the New York Islanders on Tuesday night with a chance to move up in the standings and improve their playoff positioning.
Alex Ovechkin did not skate with his Washington Capitals teammates Tuesday morning and his status moving forward is unclear with the start of the playoffs less than a week away.
The award recognizes "an individual, who like Willie O'Ree, has worked to make a positive impact on his or her community, culture, or society to make people better through hockey."
The Carolina Hurricanes gave the Washington Capitals something to think about if the division rivals meet in the playoffs.
Alex Ovechkin danced around in the middle of the ice by himself after shooting the puck into the net once again.
When the opportunity to beat the Washington Capitals in regulation and end their skid evaporated with less than two seconds left, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers felt the pain that has been all too familiar lately.
Capitals: Host the expansion Seattle Kraken on Saturday night.
Washington Capitals winger Carl Hagelin is expected to miss an extended period of time with what the team is calling a serious eye injury.
Washington is 3-8-1 on home ice in 2022 -- with none of those victories in regulation. The Capitals' last home win came Jan. 22.
Kempny netted his first of the season on a hard slap shot from the point that whizzed past Jones' blocker to put Washington up 1-0 late in the first period.
Alex Ovechkin scored a pair of goals, including his 30th of the season, to lead the Washington Capitals in their 4-1 victory over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night.
Alex Ovechkin did not play because of Canada's COVID-19 protocols, which bar anyone who tests positive from entering the country for 10 days. He tested positive last week and missed the All Star game.
Jenner scored less than two minutes after Washington's Tom Wilson tied the game on a 6-on-5 chance. The Blue Jackets rallied from an early 2-0 deficit.
Dmitry Orlov scored his second goal of the game in the final minute of overtime to give the Washington Capitals a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night.
The Capitals lost for the seventh time in their past 10 games and were shut out for the first time this season.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 28th and 29th goals of the season in the third period, Nicklas Backstrom pounced on a turnover to get the winner 1:13 into overtime and the Washington Capitals rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night.
In a video explaining the latest suspension, the league said Orlov turned his leg toward Ehlers and extended it in such a way that a last-second movement by Ehlers did not turn it from a legal body check into kneeing.
Nico Hischier scored his second goal of the game with 2:04 left in overtime to give the New Jersey Devils a 4-3 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday.
T.J. Oshie and Evgeny Kuznetsov had shootout goals for the Washington Capitals in their 3-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night.
Spirit Airlines shut down its operations after more than three decades. It was BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport's second-largest airline carrier.
A 41-year-old man has been detained after a homicide shooting in Baltimore County.
A large water main break prompted a multi-agency response to the area near St. Agnes Hospital on Saturday morning.
One adult is dead, and three young passengers were injured in a single-vehicle car crash that happened in Baltimore County on Friday evening.
A Maryland man is facing a federal indictment after he illegally accessed Maryland Medical System data to spy on unsuspecting co-workers for at least eight years.
Spirit Airlines shut down its operations after more than three decades. It was BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport's second-largest airline carrier.
A 41-year-old man has been detained after a homicide shooting in Baltimore County.
A large water main break prompted a multi-agency response to the area near St. Agnes Hospital on Saturday morning.
One adult is dead, and three young passengers were injured in a single-vehicle car crash that happened in Baltimore County on Friday evening.
A Frost Advisory is in effect for areas north and west of downtown Baltimore
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.
Illusionist Spencer Horsman at Maryland's Illusions Bar & Theater.
WJZ is live in Havre de Grace at Bella's Tea Room, as they prepare for their big Mother's Day High Tea event.
First held in 1911 around the Washington Monument, Flower Mart has become a Baltimore tradition over the past century.
Dr. Daria J. Willis, President of Howard Community College, joins us to talk about the Children's Learning Center on HCC's campus.
Baltimore's More Than a Barber Shop talks about its newest community initiative.
The Yankees beat the Orioles 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games, overcoming a home run by Pete Alonso in his return to New York.
The Kentucky Derby saw a field of 18 horses Saturday in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
Yordan Alvarez went 3 for 4 with his 12th homer and scored three runs as the Houston Astros beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-5 to split a doubleheader Thursday.
Adley Rutschman and Jeremiah Jackson had grand slams to help the Baltimore Orioles cruise to a 10-3 win over the Houston Astros in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday.
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 5/2/2026
Cool temperatures are expected in Maryland this weekend.
A Frost Advisory is in effect for areas north and west of downtown Baltimore
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 5/1/2026
Maryland may see some rainfall on Friday night before cool, dry weather returns for the weekend.
A large water main break prompted a multi-agency response to the area near St. Agnes Hospital on Saturday morning.
One adult is dead, and three young passengers were injured in a single-vehicle car crash that happened in Baltimore County on Friday evening.
American Visionary Art Museum hosts the 26th annual Kinetic Sculpture Race
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 5/2/2026
Maryland is preparing to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, which kicks off May 3rd.