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When Michael Phelps arrived in Rio as a 31-year-old swimmer who retired once and endured plenty of turmoil away from the pool, everyone wondered just how many gold medals was a realistic goal.
Kevin Durant looks ready to lead a new group of Americans to the gold-medal podium.
Diana Taurasi and the U.S. women's basketball team opened their Olympics with a record rout.
Baltimore's Michael Phelps has to clear out more space in his medal case. Time to make room for gold No. 19.
Bethesda's Katie Ledecky has given the United States its first swimming gold medal of the Rio Olympics with a world record in the women's 400-meter freestyle.
Katie Ledecky nearly broke her own world record in the preliminaries of the 400-meter freestyle, setting herself up as the overwhelming favorite to capture her first gold medal of the Rio Olympics.
Day Two of the Rio Games features medal action in swimming, women's road cycling, men's fencing, judo and more.
Stay up-to-date on the latest news, scores and medal counts from the Olympics in Rio.
Led by quite a sister act, the Australians have set a world record in the 4x100-meter freestyle relay to beat an American squad anchored by Katie Ledecky at the Rio Olympics.
Carmelo Anthony says his US men's basketball teammates need to accept responsibility and move on after reports that three players visited a legal brothel in Rio de Janeiro.
Katie Ledecky will have a shot at five medals at the Rio Olympics.
American shooter Ginny Thrasher has won the first gold medal of the Rio Olympics in the women's 10-meter air rifle.
Competition is underway on the first full of the Olympic Games, with table tennis, rowing, archery, cycling, water polo and fencing all taking place under a cloudless Rio de Janeiro sky and warm temperatures.
As if those from Maryland didn't have enough to cheer during the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, they now have another reason to be proud after Friday night's opening ceremony.
When Team USA lines up for the opening ceremony of the Rio Olympics on Friday night, the team will don custom-fitted Polo Ralph Lauren ensembles saturated with the red, white and blue of the American flag.
While the men's basketball team's first order of business is to win the gold medal at the Rio Games there will be some other basketball business taking place on the court. Shoe business, and it can get personal.
Michael Phelps is in Rio for the Olympics and checked in live from the Village with fans via a Facebook Live video.
The veteran USA goalie was teased by fans chanting "Zika, Zika" at her as the U.S. women's soccer team defeated New Zealand in its Olympic debut on Wednesday.
Michael Phelps will be Team USA's flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Rio.
Hope Solo is blaming the American media for spreading fear about the Zika virus and other problems ahead of the Rio Games.
No team has been more dominant at the Olympics over the past 20 years then the U.S. women's basketball team, winning five straight gold medals.
He will become the first U.S. man to play in four Olympics, and if the Americans medal he will leave Rio de Janeiro as the most decorated men's basketball player ever.
As the U.S. team heads for the Rio Olympics, the women wearing the stars and stripes are among the heavy favorites in several disciplines.
The most decorated Olympian of all time has rolled out an emoji keyboard just in time for Rio.
The U.S. swimming team has just one practice left before it leaves for the Rio Olympics.
A Baltimore County bill aimed at preventing immigration and other law enforcement officers from wearing masks has been voted down by councilmembers.
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.
Inspector General Isabel Cumming said the fraud cost taxpayers "thousands of dollars" and she referred her team's findings to law enforcement.
In September 2021, Artemis, who is an indoor/outdoor cat, never returned to her Hickory, Maryland home.
A Baltimore County bill aimed at preventing immigration and other law enforcement officers from wearing masks has been voted down by councilmembers.
In September 2021, Artemis, who is an indoor/outdoor cat, never returned to her Hickory, Maryland home.
An EF-1 tornado touched down on Maryland's Eastern Shore Monday as much of the state experienced severe storms, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Inspector General Isabel Cumming said the fraud cost taxpayers "thousands of dollars" and she referred her team's findings to law enforcement.
A 38-year-old man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to the 2024 murders of a woman and her grandmother in Baltimore County, according to the Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office.
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.
Slainte owner, Patrick Russell, joins us on St. Patrick's Day with a full Irish spread.
Paul Lever, owner, shares the history behind the Shepherd's pie and demonstrates how to make them on air.
WJZ talks to a Maryland bagpiper on the history and skill of the instrument.
Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore celebrates St. Patrick’s Day.
Marty Bass is at the historic family run automobile repair shop in Essex talking about their services and community impact.
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.
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.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A chilly Wednesday before temperatures ramp up in Maryland
Chilly Wednesday before temperatures warm up in Maryland
Temperatures gradually warm up into the weekend in Maryland
An EF-1 tornado touched down on Maryland's Eastern Shore Monday as much of the state experienced severe storms, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Man pleads guilty to 2024 murders of Baltimore County woman, granddaughter
Baltimore County proposal to ban law enforcement officers from wearing masks fails
A chilly Wednesday before temperatures ramp up in Maryland
Baltimore County bill that would have stopped law enforcement from wearing masks fails