Firefighters battle flames on train tracks at Baltimore's Penn Station Saturday
Firefighters extinguished a fire on one of the train tracks at Penn Station on Saturday afternoon, according to the local firefighter's union.
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Amtrak, Local Developers Celebrate Start Of Construction At Penn Station
Amtrak and developer Penn Station Partners are celebrating the start of renovations on the city's iconic train station.
Amtrak & Maryland's Leaders Break Ground On Penn Station Transformation
Officials and Amtrak representatives broke ground Friday on an ambitious redevelopment project that aims to modernize Baltimore Penn Station.
Penn Station Partners Enters Into Partnership With Baltimore Based Development Firm Ernst Valery
Penn Station Partners announced Tuesday it has entered into a development partnership with Baltimore-based developer Ernst Valery.
Baltimore's Penn Station Getting $90 Million Upgrade This Spring
Serving three million passengers a year, Baltimore's Penn Station is Amtrak's eighth busiest station in the United States, and now they're making a $90 million investment to upgrade the facilities.
Renovations To Baltimore's Penn Station Expected To Begin Late This Year Or In Early 2021
Baltimore is getting a better look at a planned redevelopment of Penn Station.
Coronavirus Latest: Amtrak Acela Service To Return In June With Modified Schedule
Amtrak's Acela service will start back up on June 1 after it was suspended in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
'It Looks Like A Ghost Town': Baltimore's Penn Station Quiet Amid Massive Drop In Amtrak Ridership Due To Pandemic
Nationwide, Amtrak ridership is down 95 percent. Baltimore's Penn Station has also seen a major drop in traffic.
Report Of Suspicious Package Creates Travel Nightmare At Baltimore's Penn Station
Police shut down Baltimore's Penn Station for hours Thursday evening after receiving reports of a suspicious package.
Amtrak Upgrading Tracks Between Baltimore, Washington, D.C.
Amtrak is upgrading 31 miles of track between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. in an effort to allow trains to operate at higher speeds.
Amtrak To Invest $90M For Baltimore Penn Station Improvements
Amtrak will invest $90 million in improvements to Baltimore Penn Station, they said in a release Thursday.
Amtrak Completes First Step In Renovating The Northeast Corridor's Rail System
Amtrak completed a months-long project at New York's Penn Station, taking a first step in upgrading America's rail system.
Penn Station Seeking Developers for Renovations
Improvements are coming to Penn Station as Amtrak is accepting bids from developers to renovate the 100-year-old building.
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No other city in North America reminds visitors of Paris and European culture than Montreal, less than an hour drive from the U.S.-Canadian border.
Amtrak To Restore Full Northeast Corridor Service Monday
Amtrak's Northeast Corridor trains will resume service Monday in "complete compliance" with federal safety orders following last week's deadly derailment, officials announced Sunday.
Investigation Continues Into Train Derailment
Federal investigators are looking into a crash involving a train and tractor trailer in North Carolina. That train makes a scheduled stop at Baltimore's Penn Station.
Hazmat Investigates Penn Station After Reports Of Suspicious Substance
A suspicious substance was reportedly found on a train at Penn Station. Officials say that it came out of a microphone after a conductor banged it against a wall.
New Bill Would Invest In Baltimore's Railroad System
Getting back on track. State, local and federal officials issue a warning: America's railroad lines are in desperate need of funding for upgrades and repairs.
Mayor Unveils Improvements At Baltimore's Penn Station
There's a new welcome for many Penn Station riders. Wednesday, the mayor and many others unveiled the newest improvement at Penn Station.
How To Save On Sightseeing In New York City
Many of New York's top attractions can be visited for free or at a discount.
Travel Guide To New York City
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Weekend MARC Trains From Baltimore To D.C. Break Ridership Records
The MARC trains from Baltimore's Penn Station to Washington's Union Station continue to see more riders on the weekends. This comes after a few months of extended Saturday and Sunday service.
Keidel: Super Bowl-ing On The Boulevard
Everything is larger in New York, and Super Bowl Boulevard is no exception. It has the obscene, fun-house distortion you expect when a party is thrown in Times Square.
Record Crowds Expected To Travel Over Christmas
If you're visiting family and friends or just going home for the holidays, you're not alone. Record crowds are expected to be traveling over the end of year holiday period.
Trains Moving Again After Derailment Near Baltimore's Penn Station
A tunnel is not the best place for a train to derail, but it happened under Baltimore. It was Amtrak's passenger train, the Silver Meteor. WJZ first reported the accident Monday.
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Baltimore Orioles reach agreement on 30-year lease that will keep team at Camden Yards
The Baltimore Orioles lease at Camden Yards was expected to run out on Dec. 31.
Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
Woman dies after she was struck by car in Essex
A 38-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car Wednesday in Essex.
Maryland's Attorney General wants banking restrictions that impact weed dispensaries changed
These banking restrictions have caused issues when it comes to processing transactions, leaving many dispensaries only able to accept cash.
Man sentenced to life in prison for 2020 murder in Columbia
A Howard County judge sentenced 31-year-old Jerome Tyrell Thomas to life in prison without parole for the 2020 murder of Anthony Tayvon McNeil.
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Suspect Jason Billingsley arrested in murder of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Police said Billingsley, 32, eluded capture multiple times on a warrant for a West Baltimore arson last week.
Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
Baltimore residents express relief at capture of murder suspect Jason Billingsley
Billingsley was taken into custody at a train station in Bowie around 11 p.m. on Wednesday.
Community vigil held in Mount Vernon for Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Friends, family and community members gathered together on Wednesday evening to celebrate the life of a bright and budding leader of a Baltimore technology company.
Maryland Weather: A Few Showers Overnight into Friday
Clouds and light showers will return to the area to close out the week. The weekend looks better!
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Parasite found in drinking water could make vulnerable people in Baltimore area sick, DPW says
The DPW said the levels of Cryptosporidium detected "indicate a low risk for the general population," meaning the water is safe to drink for most people.
Suspect Jason Billingsley arrested in murder of Baltimore tech CEO Pava LaPere
Police said Billingsley, 32, eluded capture multiple times on a warrant for a West Baltimore arson last week.
Orioles to honor Brooks Robinson with public memorial at Oriole Park
Robinson, nicknamed "Mr. Hoover" and "Mr. Oriole," died on Tuesday at 86 years old.
Webb spots a building block of life on Jupiter's moon Europa
The Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore is the mission operations center for the telescope. It launched last in 2021 from French Guiana.
Powerball jackpot swells to $925 million after no winner snagged the prize Wednesday night
Wednesday night's winning numbers were 1, 7, 46, 47, 63, and the Powerball was 7, the lottery said.
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Melting Pot bringing FondueFest menu to Oktoberfest
Melting Pot is joining in the Oktoberfest fun with a craveable Oktober FondueFest menu.
Celebrate National Ghost Hunting Day at the Lord Baltimore Hotel
The Lord Baltimore hotel will be hosting a ghost hunt Saturday for National Ghost Hunting Day.
Meet Branded Bespoke, a menswear and glasses manufacturer based in Baltimore
The company specializes in custom tailored menswear and prescription glasses for all occasions.
Join the 50th St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival this weekend in Parkville
The festival is at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Parkville, and they are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the festival, first held in 1973.
Chanda Cares: Chanda sits down with Maryland Port Commissioner Karenthia Barber
Barber is the first Black woman to serve as Maryland Port Commissioner
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Orioles look for 100th win this season, face the Red Sox
Baltimore has a 99-59 record overall and a 47-30 record at home. Orioles hitters have a collective .425 slugging percentage to rank seventh in the AL.
Baltimore Orioles' nearing 100 wins in a season for first time since 1980: 'We're fun to watch'
More than 40 years have passed since the Orioles won 100 games in a season. That streak could end this week.
Ravens' Roquan Smith says he will feel at home at Cleveland's 'Dawg Pound': 'I consider myself a dawg'
The Ravens travel to Cleveland on Sunday to play their AFC North counterpart. The game kicks off at 1 p.m. and will be televised on WJZ.
Maryland aims for its first 5-0 start since 2001 when the Terrapins host a struggling Indiana team
Maryland has a chance to start 5-0 for the first time since 2001 and become 2-0 in the Big Ten for the first time since joining the conference.
Orioles to honor Brooks Robinson with public memorial at Oriole Park
Robinson, nicknamed "Mr. Hoover" and "Mr. Oriole," died on Tuesday at 86 years old.
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Here's how a government shutdown would impact Social Security
Time is running out for U.S. lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. Here's how that could affect Social Security recipients.
Maryland ends 2023 fiscal year with $555M budget surplus
The comptroller said the end-of-fiscal-year report, known as the Closeout Report, reflects the challenges families and small businesses have faced.
Hunter Biden indicted on federal gun charges
Attorney General Merrick Garland last month named federal prosecutor David Weiss as special counsel to lead the probe into Hunter Biden.
Pelosi announces she'll run for another term in Congress
The former speaker of the House, who is 83 years old, stepped down from Democratic leadership earlier this year.
Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon announces 2024 bid to reclaim seat
Dixon stepped down as mayor in 2010 after being convicted of embezzling gift cards intended for the needy.
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Artscape 2023: Festival canceled for Saturday, other events still planned
A reimagined Artscape kicks off Friday evening in Baltimore with a bigger footprint and new date.
Casa De La Cultura showcases Latin-x art in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
As we continue to celebrate national Hispanic Heritage Month, we are diving into the Latin-x art community.
Baltimore Museum of Art to introduce reinterpreted Asian art collection
The museum said the exhibit features 182 objects, half of which haven't been on view for decades.
Baltimore director John Waters gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced the honor last year.
Artscape to showcase Baltimore's diverse food palate
The much-anticipated Artscape festival is just a week away, promising a blend of traditional and culinary arts.
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What is "girl math?" The TikTok trend redefinining bad budgeting
We've all justified unnecessary purchases before, but now social media has labeled the habit as "girl math."
Maryland ends 2023 fiscal year with $555M budget surplus
The comptroller said the end-of-fiscal-year report, known as the Closeout Report, reflects the challenges families and small businesses have faced.
Here's how to stay safe and recover when your house floods
The Baltimore area saw widespread flooding and damage after severe thunderstorms moved through the area overnight.
Labor Day weekend gas prices are near all-time highs
Normally, prices at the pump cool off as the summer winds down. Not this summer.
Baltimore DPW distributing over $15M for water debt relief
Those who will receive the credit will be mailed a letter by the DPW.
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Harris Teeter to reopen Locust Point location following 'pest control and sanitation procedures'
The store will reopen Saturday morning, according to a social media post from Baltimore City Councilman Eric Costello.
Solar panels to surround Dulles Airport will deliver power to 37,000 homes
Dominion Energy and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority ceremonially broke ground on the 835-acre project Tuesday.
Purchase of Edmondson Village Shopping Center finalized
The purchase of the West Baltimore shopping center was finalized this week after months of negotiations.
Mega Millions drawing tonight: Massive $1.05 billion jackpot up for grabs
One lucky winner could nab a massive $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot that's up for grabs in Tuesday night's drawing.
How a Baltimore food-sourcing startup is trying to give farmers a fairer deal
Traditionally in Peru, middlemen in rural areas buy produce from multiple farms and sell it in batches to buyers further up the supply chain, but SIMPLi aims to cut out the middleman.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Here's how to stay safe and recover when your house floods
The Baltimore area saw widespread flooding and damage after severe thunderstorms moved through the area overnight.
With Covid-19 cases on the rise, should students take extra precautions?
Dr. Leana Wen previously served as Baltimore's health commissioner.
Why the CDC recommends everyone get a new COVID shot this fall
Vaccine experts considered narrower recommendations for only higher-risk groups, but decided almost all Americans could benefit.
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Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Powerball jackpot swells to $925 million after no winner snagged the prize Wednesday night
Wednesday night's winning numbers were 1, 7, 46, 47, 63, and the Powerball was 7, the lottery said.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
National Zoo launches "giant farewell" to its pandas, which leave this year
All programming is free, and the activities include panda art, the panda film fest and special enrichment events for the pandas.
What is "girl math?" The TikTok trend redefinining bad budgeting
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Maryland Weather: A few showers overnight into Friday
Clouds and light showers will return to the area to close out the week. The weekend looks better!
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Full Press Conference: Police provide new details on Jason Billingsley arrest
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Why big banks can't provide services to cannabis dispensaries
Despite the growing number of states that have legalized cannabis for adult use, cannabis is still considered an illegal substance under federal law.
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport wins nationwide contest for best bathrooms
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport was voted as the 2023 winner of America's Best Restroom contest, sponsored by Cintas Corporation.
Baltimore residents express relief at capture of murder suspect Jason Billingsley
Billingsley was taken into custody at a train station in Bowie around 11 p.m. on Wednesday.
Family and friends of Pava LaPere relieved to hear suspect in her death was arrested
Family and friends of Pava LaPere are relieved to hear the prime suspect in her death has been arrested.