Here's why your blood donation matters now more than ever
The Red Cross has reported that its blood supply is under pressure following the busy holiday season.
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The Red Cross has reported that its blood supply is under pressure following the busy holiday season.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
More than 20 families sought assistance from the Red Cross of the National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region on Wednesday following a fire at an apartment complex in Laurel Maryland, according to first responders.
The Red Cross held a special memorial blood drive in Annapolis on Saturday.
The local Red Cross is running an emergency shelter to help families impacted by an explosion and fire at an apartment building in Silver Spring.
The Red Cross of the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region announced that they are helping families affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida.
The pandemic has taken its toll on many fundraisers and drives, and blood donations are no different. But in the summer months, the national need is dire.
The pandemic has created a severe blood shortage across Maryland and the U.S. The red cross says it needs to collect more than a thousand donations a day to keep up with the demand.
There is a severe blood shortage in Maryland and across the nation, and donors are needed.
January is National Blood Donor Month and the American Red Cross says the need for blood is now even greater during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A two-alarm fire leaves two residents displaced in Towson on Sunday morning, according to Baltimore County Fire Department.
The American Red Cross says there will be a great need for blood this winter, and they're hoping their holiday blood drives can help fill that need.
The Y is partnering with the Red Cross to host blood drives throughout the region.
The American Red Cross is in need of blood and now, as a service to their donors, they'll be testing all donations for COVID-19 antibodies.
The exhibition hall at the fairgrounds will open for the American Red Cross to hold upcoming appointment-only emergency blood drives.
Crews responded to Willow Bend Drive in Glen Burnie before 7:30 p.m. Monday night.
A blood drive was held Saturday in honor of Wendi Winters, a journalist who lost her life in the Capital Gazette shooting.
The Red Cross says house fires kill seven people every day in America.
Saturday, local officials of the American Red Cross held a blood drive honoring the memory of Wendi Winters, a Capital Gazette journalist who was killed last year.
At the Red Cross office in northwest Baltimore, officials are keeping a close eye on the hurricane's path as volunteers wait to see when and where Dorian could make landfall.
Marylanders are ready to assist in the event of possible hurricane relief efforts.
A Disaster Assistance Center opens Wednesday through and into the weekend for anyone looking to file a claim.
American Red Cross Volunteers responded to a multi-family fire Friday morning in the 700 block of Fairview Avenue in Annapolis.
Back to back devastation from hurricanes has thousands of Red Cross volunteers on the move, including many from Maryland.
A former congressional staffer from Anne Arundel County is accused of stealing and selling 240 government cellphones, according to our media partner, The Baltimore Banner.
Maryland federal prosecutors have indicted six MS-13 members in recent months.
Baltimore Police released body-worn video that showed an officer shooting a man after dragging an officer with his car near downtown on January 7.
The Baltimore Orioles added Tupac Shakur and Pete Alonso bobbleheads to their 2026 promotional schedule, the team announced.
The Catonsville community was quick to offer support after several businesses were broken into over the weekend.
Maryland federal prosecutors have indicted six MS-13 members in recent months.
Maryland's Inspector General for Education (OIGE) completed its investigation into Harford County Superintendent Dr. Sean Bulson. The report found there was no data breach after Bulson allegedly reported that school-owned property was stolen from him in 2024.
The Catonsville community was quick to offer support after several businesses were broken into over the weekend.
The chance of scattered rain and snow showers begins to climb on Wednesday.
A Baltimore man is facing charges after he allegedly stole seven puppies from a home in Maryland and sold them outside a mall, according to Aberdeen Police.
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.
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.
Marty Bass is at Tochterman's Fishing Tackle in Baltimore to talk about its 110th birthday.
WJZ is at Life Time Columbia learning how personal trainers come up with specific workout routines that help people achieve their fitness goals.
Marty Bass makes a visit to Loyola University's Ridley Athletic Complex in Maryland to talk about their sports dome and former lacrosse star Pat Spencer’s rise to the NBA.
President Trump gave his stamp of approval for John Harbaugh, the former Baltimore Ravens head coach who was fired on Tuesday after 18 seasons.
The NFL is down one Harbaugh in its coaching ranks, although Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't expect his older brother to be out of a job for long.
Steelers fans have donated to Ravens kicker Tyler Loop's favorite charity after his missed field goal on Sunday.
In 18 seasons, Harbaugh coached the Ravens to a 13-11 postseason record and one Super Bowl championship.
A few months ago, the question was whether the Baltimore Ravens could finally perform in the playoffs like they had in the regular season. Instead, the heartache simply came earlier.
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.
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
Mild temperatures turn cold this week in Maryland
Sunny weather Tuesday, cold returns to Maryland later this week
Marylanders can expect sunshine and clouds to remain overhead for the next few days.
The chance of scattered rain and snow showers begins to climb on Wednesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Mild temperatures turn cold this week in Maryland
Baltimore County businesses cleaning up after a string of weekend break-ins
Harford County school board meets for first time since superintendent was suspended
1 dead, several injured in crash on I-95 in Howard County
MS-13 gang members indicted for several murders in Baltimore City