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Jennifer Choate's pregnancy turned into an unimaginable fight to survive after a rare complication stopped her heart.
Kylie McDevitt will be 38 weeks pregnant when the big game gets underway.
On Tuesday, President Biden signed the first bill in the "Momnibus" package in to act, putting $15 million dollars behind maternity care for women veterans.
Researchers have found a link between marijuana use by expectant mothers and autism and childhood psychosis. Now, a small study has shown how cannabis use can affect the placenta and may be linked to higher levels of anxiety, aggression and hyperactivity in children.
According to CDC data, more than 125,000 pregnant people have had confirmed cases of COVID-19 through Sept. 27, resulting in 22,000 hospitalizations and 161 deaths. Twenty-two of those deaths occurred in the month of August, the agency said.
Black women in the United States are more likely to die in pregnancy or childbirth than any other demographic — and the COVID-19 pandemic may be exacerbating one of the starkest disparities in American health care.
For many women, freezing their eggs and deciding to go through fertility treatments is an insurance policy and many more decided to do it during the pandemic.
The stress a woman feels during pregnancy can affect the developing brain of her unborn child as documented on fetal brain scans, according to a new study published Monday in the medical journal JAMA Open Network
A mother's depression and anxiety from conception through the first year of the baby's life is associated with negative developmental outcomes through adolescence, study finds.
There is no safe level of caffeine for a developing fetus, so women who are pregnant or considering pregnancy should abstain from coffee and other caffeine-containing products entirely, according to the author of a new review of literature. But experts not involved in the review question those conclusions.
High blood pressure or hypertension during pregnancy appears to be associated with having "more bothersome" menopausal symptoms -- such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances and psychological symptoms -- later in life, according to a new study.
"Being pregnant can put a lot of stress on the body, especially the heart," said Dr. Laxmi Mehta, a cardiologist at The Ohio State University who led the team that wrote the statement.
Experts say women shouldn't turn to fertility apps during the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid unintended pregnancies simply because people may be unable or too wary to visit their doctor face to face.
Newborn babies could be separated from their mothers after birth to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, under new CDC guidelines. A doctor from Johns Hopkins said skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding could result in an exposure.
New mom Daniella Krieger had her baby at Sinai Hospital on Tuesday night, and for pregnant women who are worried about having their baby at a hospital right now, both Daniella and her doctor say, don't be.
The bill would also decrease the time any woman must try and fail to conceive by other methods before insurance must pay — reducing the requirement from two years to one.
The number of women dying each year due to pregnancy or childbirth in the United States has remained steady and some women remain more at risk of death than others, according to a new government report.
Maryland's Health Department has received $3.6 million in federal funding to address opioid use among pregnant and new mothers.
A baby girl made her entrance into this world one week after her due date amid the sound of blaring tornado sirens and the soft glow of candlelight.
Alcohol consumption during pregnancy has long been linked to congenital defects and developmental problems in newborns. Now a new study has found a link between a baby's congenital heart defects and their prospective parents' drinking before conception.
New evidence has been found that air pollution can breach a mother's placenta and potentially reach fetuses in the womb, raising the possibility of future health problems.
Authorities in Maryland say an Annapolis hospital staffer stole $30,000 from pregnant women in a birthing center scheme.
Pregnancy-related deaths can happen up to a year after birth and are preventable in the majority of cases, according to a new report.
When it comes to diets, there are many varieties from which to choose: weight loss, plans to lower cholesterol and manage diabetes, and foods to fuel endurance athletes. Now, there's a diet that claims it can boost a woman's chances of having a baby.
Not only is it safe to get a vaccine during pregnancy, it's necessary, added lead investigator James Donahue, a senior epidemiologist at Marshfield. CDC guidelines stress the importance of a flu vaccination during pregnancy.
Negotiations are ongoing, but John Harbaugh is expected to end up coaching the New York Giants.
The Baltimore City Public School Board will not renew the charter for the Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys.
A community event at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) raised awareness for a Maryland woman who organizers say is being held by the Filipino government.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
Baltimore County schools' superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers proposed a $2.49 billion operating budget for the Fiscal Year 2027.
Negotiations are ongoing, but John Harbaugh is expected to end up coaching the New York Giants.
The Baltimore City Public School Board will not renew the charter for the Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys.
No criminal charges will be filed in the death of Dontae Melton, Jr., who died in Baltimore Police custody last June.
A community event at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) raised awareness for a Maryland woman who organizers say is being held by the Filipino government.
Baltimore County schools' superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers proposed a $2.49 billion operating budget for the Fiscal Year 2027.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
WJZ is live at Hotel Revival checking out what inspired hotel’s approach to Dry January this year.
Marty Bass is at Rye Street Tavern to learn about Baltimore’s Oyster Recovery Partnership.
Harford County Restaurant Week runs from Jan. 16 to Jan. 25. in 2026.
Marty Bass visits Far and Dotter in Maryland to learn about how CBD products can help with dry January.
The Pendry in Baltimore discusses its Boozy Tea service.
Negotiations are ongoing, but John Harbaugh is expected to end up coaching the New York Giants.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
The Towson Tigers have a big test on Thursday night when they welcome CAA preseason favorite Charleston to SECU Arena.
John Harbaugh was fired by the Ravens on Tuesday, Jan. 6, after he completed his 18th season in Baltimore.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Colder temperatures return to Maryland this week
Much colder air moving back into Maryland
Much colder temperatures blow into Maryland
WJZ-TV's Marty Bass has your latest weather forecast.
The only all-boys charter school in Maryland will close this summer after losing its charter. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
The Baltimore Ravens fired Harbaugh after 18 seasons earlier this week.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Baltimore school board votes to not renew charter for Collegiate School for Boys
Towson prepares for big home game against Charleston