Naval Academy Sexual Assault Case Back In Court
Attorneys for a former U.S. Naval Academy football player accused of sexual assault are back in court to argue that political pressure influenced the decision to prosecute him.
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Attorneys for a former U.S. Naval Academy football player accused of sexual assault are back in court to argue that political pressure influenced the decision to prosecute him.
The U.S. Naval Academy's head is rejecting suggestions that political pressure influenced him in pursuing sexual assault charges against a football player at the school.
The defense team for a Naval Academy midshipman accused of sexual assault wants unaired footage from interviews his accuser granted to CBS and CNN. And a military judge ordered the networks to turn them over.
Montgomery County Police say they have charged a bus driver with sexually assaulting a passenger.
A military judge has ordered the release of unaired portions of interviews that CBS and CNN conducted with a woman at the center of a sexual assault case that involved three U.S. Naval Academy football players.
Lawyers for CBS and CNN told a military judge they shouldn't have to turn over unaired portions of interviews the networks did with a woman at the center of a sexual assault case that involved three U.S. Naval Academy football players.
The court-martial of a U.S. Naval Academy midshipman accused in a sexual assault case is now scheduled to begin in March after a military judge agreed to delay the proceeding, which had been scheduled for February.
Charges are dropped against one of the Naval Academy midshipmen accused of sexually assaulting a female classmate.
A lawyer for a woman at the center of a sexual assault case involving two U.S Naval Academy midshipmen says military prosecutors plan to recommend dropping a charge against one of the men.
A culture of bad behavior and disrespect among athletes at U.S. military academies is one part of the continuing problem of sexual assaults at the schools, according to a new Defense Department report that comes in the wake of scandals that rocked teams at all three academies last year.
A shocking rise in reported sex crimes in the military leads to action. Congress just passed some new reforms, but critics say they should be doing much more.
An attorney for the woman at the center of a sexual assault case involving two U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen is asking the academy's superintendent to release records from court proceedings.
Immigration officials say a Haitian national convicted of two sexual assaults in Salisbury has been deported.
Prince George's County Police say DNA evidence helped link a Silver Spring man arrested after an attempted robbery to two sexual assaults earlier that day.
The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office says a man wanted in the sexual assault of a child in Texas has been arrested.
The U.S. Naval Academy superintendent said Monday that he decided to court-martial two midshipmen in a sexual assault case against a military judge's recommendation because it is his duty to make sure the charges are fully examined.
Prince George's County Police are looking for a man who tried to sexually assault a woman in Capitol Heights.
A dramatic rise in the number of reported sexual assaults in the military has lawmakers taking action. Some Senators are backing sweeping changes to how those cases are prosecuted.
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman is a politician on the move--an amazing achievement since 30 years ago, a brutal rape nearly destroyed her.
A bizarre case involving sex assault and beer pong in Maryland. Police arrested a 38-year-old man they say targeted men who had too much to drink.
Montgomery County Police say a man has been charged in an alleged sexual assault of another man after the two met at a College Park bar during a beer pong tournament.
A Prince George's County police officer has been charged in Calvert County with sexual assault and other offenses.
Taking a tough stand against sexual assaults in the military. Lawmakers are demanding that decisions about assault cases be taken out of the chain of command---this after a Pentagon survey uncovered that tens of thousands of military members were victims of unwanted sexual contact but didn't report it.
A court-martial has been scheduled for February for a U.S. Naval Academy student accused of aggravated sexual assault.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is scheduled to discuss domestic violence prevention as part of his campaign for governor.
Despite cold temperatures in Baltimore, there's always a team that stays out in the cold to check in on those experiencing homelessness.
Baltimore City leaders gathered at City Hall on Tuesday to discuss the continued effort to knock down violent crime.
Tens of millions of dollars are coming to help pay for deferred maintenance at Howard County public schools, thanks to a bill county council passed back in April.
Social justice advocates in a Maryland community are raising concerns after learning Confederate flags were on display during a holiday parade.
University of Maryland researchers warn of a sharp increase in disordered gambling since the legalization of mobile sports betting in the state.
The U.S. Department of Transportation raised concerns about the cost of rebuilding Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge and traffic congestion in Maryland.
Despite cold temperatures in Baltimore, there's always a team that stays out in the cold to check in on those experiencing homelessness.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore called for a special session of the General Assembly to elect a new House speaker after Adrienne Jones stepped down.
Baltimore City leaders gathered at City Hall on Tuesday to discuss the continued effort to knock down violent crime.
A former Maryland pediatrician was sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexual abuse of a minor, according to the Frederick County States Attorney's Office.
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 in Stevensville at the EBeauty Community for Cancer Support learning about their free wig restoration program for cancer patients and their holiday pay it forward campaign.
The Polar Express is returning to Maryland's B&O Railroad Museum for the holiday season.
WJZ is at the Lord Baltimore Hotel to see their couture-designed trees.
WJZ visits Krampus Haunted House at East Point Mall in Baltimore.
Boumi Shriners held their third annual FEZtival of Trees in Baltimore.
A day later, John Harbaugh still wasn't satisfied with the way the NFL determines if a catch has been made.
Ravens backup offensive lineman Ben Cleveland has been suspended for three games for violating the NFL's policy on substances of abuse.
Residents in the Severna Park area, in Anne Arundel County, are weighing in on a proposed residential subdivision that would bring 135 townhomes to the property currently known as the Severna Park Golf Center.
This will be the Ravens' fifth primetime game this season, including their third at M&T Bank Stadium.
A replay review showed that Likely lost control of the ball before taking a third step with it, and the incomplete pass turned out to be a significant factor in Baltimore's 27-22 defeat Sunday.
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.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
"Any document signed" by Biden with an autopen "is hereby terminated," President Trump said.
A National Guard member died in the wake of the shooting near the White House, President Trump said.
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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
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.
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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.
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.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
Temperatures a bit milder on Wednesday in Maryland
Cold temperatures are sticking around Maryland on Tuesday. Winter weather is expected during the weekend.
The weather briefly turns milder Wednesday with a few showers.
Frigid temperatures in Maryland Tuesday morning
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Temperatures a bit milder on Wednesday in Maryland
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