Saturday, July 7, 2012
The Red Cross is calling for blood donors. Also, the Maryland Zoo talks about upcoming events.
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The Red Cross is calling for blood donors. Also, the Maryland Zoo talks about upcoming events.
The Red Cross is in desperate need of several critical blood types. The news comes just as the slow season for donations kicks in.
Nine people have been relocated after a basement caught on fire in the 500-block of Trappe Road in Dundalk.
Every two seconds, someone in America will need a blood transfusion.
On Saturday, we all have a chance to save three lives. That's what just one blood donation can do. WJZ is sponsoring a blood drive with the American Red Cross.
The American Red Cross says it's cutting 17 full-time staff positions across western, central and southern Maryland.
To counteract summertime lows in blood supplies, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is encouraging Marylanders to donate blood.
Picking up the pieces after a devastating fire in Owings Mills that left 13 families homeless. One organization is leading the way in providing help to those affected.
The American Red Cross says it's laid off eight workers in the Greater Alleghenies Blood Services Region because of rising costs and slow revenue growth.
Every day, the American Red Cross is called out for some disaster.
Raven Raising Money for Relief!
Don and Marty talked to NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West and Dr. Eric Prystowsky about raising awareness of Afib. Ron Matz was in in Northwest Baltimore talking about the American Red Cross and the Baltimore Ravens teaming up in a joint effort to help the earthquake and tsunami victims in Japan.
It was exactly 10 weeks ago Saturday a gunman went on a shooting rampage in Tucson, Ariz. Nineteen people were shot, including Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.
The Red Cross is holding free CPR classes on Saturday. Also, we have tips on making sure your pets are safe in case of a disaster.
Find out how you can support disaster relief efforts to help those affected by the earthquake in Japan and the Pacific tsunami.
The American Red Cross is helping several Howard County families left homeless by a fast-moving fire.
The Red Cross is trying to make history. Also, the Maryland Zoo discusses what they have planned for this season.
Winter weather has forced several drivers to steer clear of the roads, and the American Red Cross is being hit especially hard.
An urgent plea from the American Red Cross. The agency says blood supply at area hospitals is at a critical level, and the number of donors is down, too.
The Red Cross says it is helping about 30 Baltimore residents evacuated from their homes because of a fire that killed six.
Worcester County fire officials say a blaze in a one-story house has left a family homeless.
While many are looking for presents on Black Friday, the American Red Cross is seeking the gift of life the day after Thanksgiving.
This Thanksgiving is bitter sweet for nearly 100 families displaced by a brief, but fierce tornado last week.
Eleven students and a driver were sent to the hospital after a school bus crash in Davidsonville that involved another vehicle, according to Anne Arundel County Fire officials.
Thursday and Friday will be the hottest days of the week across Maryland. Severe weather is possible both days.
An emergency meeting of the Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) was held on Tuesday to discuss the aftermath of several mail-in-ballot missteps.
Jackson Holliday hit his third career grand slam, Brandon Young pitched seven scoreless innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners 7-2 on Wednesday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
A Code Red Extreme Heat Alert has been declared for Baltimore City on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12, with intense heat and humidity embracing Maryland.
Thursday and Friday will be the hottest days of the week across Maryland. Severe weather is possible both days.
A Code Red Extreme Heat Alert has been declared for Baltimore City on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12, with intense heat and humidity embracing Maryland.
Eleven students and a driver were sent to the hospital after a school bus crash in Davidsonville that involved another vehicle, according to Anne Arundel County Fire officials.
Early voting in Maryland starts Thursday and lasts one week. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
An emergency meeting of the Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) was held on Tuesday to discuss the aftermath of several mail-in-ballot missteps.
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.
The Maryland Science Center is preparing to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
WJZ makes a visit to the Prime Rib at Maryland Live Casino.
Arundel Mills Mall in Maryland is preparing to celebrate National Outlet Shopping Day.
Beezee Sensory in Maryland is celebrating its one-year anniversary.
The City of Baltimore is still accepting vendor applications for this year's AFRAM festival. Here's how you can sign up.
Jackson Holliday hit his third career grand slam, Brandon Young pitched seven scoreless innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Seattle Mariners 7-2 on Wednesday night to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Orioles have lost four in a row for the first time since a five-game skid from April 30 to May 4.
Josh Naylor hit a grand slam during a five-run fifth inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 on Monday night.
Ernie Clement swerved to his right to dodge a tag attempt by Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who threw to first, assuming that the Blue Jays baserunner would be called out for leaving the baseline.
Yohendrick Piñango and Brandon Valenzuela hit solo home runs, Andrés Giménez had two hits and an RBI, and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-4 on Sunday.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
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
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.
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
Thursday and Friday will be the hottest days of the week across Maryland. Severe weather is possible both days.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Intense Maryland heat with storm chances this week
Strong storm chances continue this week in Maryland
Maryland will see chances for severe weather and humidity through Friday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Early voting in Maryland starts Thursday and lasts one week. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Intense Maryland heat with storm chances this week
Maryland State Board of Elections reminds voters to use replacement ballot
Intense heat and strong storm chances in Maryland this week