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Prince George's County Police officials will increase enforcement of speed limits and traffic violations on Indian Head Highway in an effort to prevent deadly crashes on one of Maryland's most dangerous roadways.
University of Maryland Police are asking for the community's help in identifying two suspects involved in separate theft and burglary incidents last year.
The trial for a former University of Maryland student charged in the 2017 fatal stabbing of Richard Collins has been postponed for the third time.
The University of Maryland Police Department is asking for the community's help Thursday in identifying a suspect wanted on a fourth-degree sex offense charge.
Police in Maryland say a 14-year-old girl threatened mass violence against three area schools.
Maryland officials are expected to support a proposal to create a state board to review the affordability of prescription drugs.
Before the New Horizons spacecraft left Earth in 2006, it was in Maryland.
A NASA spacecraft traveling 4 billion miles from Earth has sent back its first close-up pictures of the most distant celestial object ever explored, and it looks like a reddish snowman.
Maryland police have found that a threat made against several schools is not credible.
A man and woman wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in suburban Maryland have been arrested in Delaware and face murder charges.
The NASA spacecraft that yielded the first close-up views of Pluto opened the new year at an even more distant world, a billion miles beyond.
A NASA spacecraft has gone into orbit around an ancient asteroid, setting a pair of records.
A crash along one of Maryland's most dangerous roads killed three siblings: five-year-old twins and their one-year-old brother.
A tiny, icy world a billion miles beyond Pluto is getting a New Year's Day visitor.
Multiple people including three children are critically injured following a three-vehicle crash Sunday night.
The fire broke out at a rental facility that holds seating, bleachers and scaffolding. It was so severe that parts of the building collapsed.
Firefighters from the Prince George's Fire Department along with assistance from the Howard County Fire Department responded to a report of a car in a pond near the inner loop of I-95/495 at Landover Road Saturday.
Newly elected Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks has sent a letter to President Donald Trump calling on him to end the government shutdown.
A flood watch has been issued for a portion of Maryland on Friday.
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The police chief of a Maryland department where 11 officers were suspended after an accidental shooting at a holiday party says he's disappointed in their behavior.
Maintaining his innocence, a Maryland man found not guilty of setting his pregnant girlfriend on fire is still fighting to clear his name.
Forty students at the University of College Park have now tested positive for Adenovirus, which led to the death of a freshman in November.
A federal grand jury has indicted a Lexington Park man after he allegedly stole several guns from licensed firearm dealers.
Earlier this week, convicted serial killer, Samuel Little, sketched a drawing of a young woman he confessed to killing in Prince George's County in 1972.
Expect several days of intense humidity and high heat. Strong storms become more likely Wednesday through Friday.
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday.
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting death of a 5-year-old girl in Dorchester County on Aug. 11.
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 63, was charged with murder with a deadly weapon with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in Shakur's death.
The mall's parent company said the program is being temporarily suspended while officials determine the best location for the premium parking spaces.
A woman walking her dog found two small terriers dead inside a crate on Harford Square Drive in Edgewood, Maryland.
The public hearing Tuesday will look at the possibility of extending the moratorium on new data centers in the county. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
The Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum, located in the 200 block of N. Amity Street, is where the famed writer began writing short stories and launched his literary career.
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting death of a 5-year-old girl in Dorchester County on Aug. 11.
The mall's parent company said the program is being temporarily suspended while officials determine the best location for the premium parking spaces.
The 2026 Maryland Renaissance Festival, also known as Ren Fest, starts this weekend. Here's everything to know about the dates, times and tickets.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Maryland is suing UnitedHealth Group and Optum Inc. over a computer system that was supposed to help the state's Medicaid behavioral services program.
The Maryland State Fair is back for 2026, with three weekends of fun starting on Friday, Aug. 28 and running through Sept. 13.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
Katie Long joins us in studio to talk about the Tuesday Farmers Market at Patterson Park and the many goods available for purchase there.
Zoë Di Giorgio, Teen Center Manager for the Pratt Library, shares four selections young adult readers this school year.
WJZ is live at Arbutus Elementary School as students return for the 2026-27 school year.
Dr. Brian Granek (O.D.) Visionary Eye Care shares some common things to look for if you suspect your child might need glasses.
Founder Margo Burley joins us to share more about the organization and their new initiative where they are providing 25 children with scholarship opportunities to participate in dance classes throughout the school year.
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday.
The Baltimore Ravens have signed kicker Jake Moody to the practice squad, giving the team another option if second-year man Tyler Loop continues to struggle.
The 2026 NFL Draft marked the first time since 1956 that two Navy Midshipmen were selected in the same draft, and both have made the final cut on their respective NFL rosters.
Baltimore (68-69) improves to one game under .500 for the first time since April 30 and sits one game back of the third and final AL wild-card spot.
Ethan Burke, an undrafted free agent born in Pasadena, Maryland, made a name for himself throughout the Baltimore Ravens' training camp.
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
A judge has ruled against Maryland's ballot question regarding the future of congressional redistricting in the state.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The aircraft carrier and its 5,000 crew members will return to San Diego after an approximately nine-month deployment.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
As children head back to school, parents are also preparing for another part of the routine, keeping kids healthy.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says the state's back-to-school vaccine requirements remain in place for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Vibrio vulnificus is a rare flesh-eating bacterium that lives in brackish or salty water and has been on the rise in Maryland's Chesapeake Bay.
Health officials in Harford and Anne Arundel counties have issued new rabies alerts involving a raccoon, a fox and a bat.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
Expect several days of intense humidity and high heat. Strong storms become more likely Wednesday through Friday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Heat wave returns to Maryland this week
Maryland heat ramps up this week
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The public hearing Tuesday will look at the possibility of extending the moratorium on new data centers in the county. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Heat wave returns to Maryland this week
Anne Arundel County police sergeant accused of raping a minor
Caretakers of historic Poe House worry about nearby construction work