As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
The Artemis II crew took part in a historic flyby of the moon.
Local meteorite expert Mike Hannkey showcases dozens of ancient space rocks.
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
The northern lights put on a show across the sky in Maryland on Tuesday evening.
The full strawberry moon will be visible on June 11 in Maryland.
Aurora Borealis, or northern lights, may be seen in Maryland.
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, is lighting up the night sky this week. Here's what time it peaks and where you should look.
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse could check out maps showing the path of totality.
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will be the last one to be visible from the contiguous U.S. until 2044.
Astrology dates back centuries and astrologers who study the stars say that if you feel a little different during an eclipse, there's a reason.
NOAA said people as far south as Alabama may have seen the northern lights and that the sun could expel the strongest type of solar flares over the next few days.
The solar eclipse will impact solar production in Texas between 12:10 p.m. and 3:10 p.m. CDT. But the power grids are expected to be reliable.
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. William "Bill" Shaw always wanted to go into space, but he never got the chance before he died.
The Perseverance rover was near Mars' Jezero Crater when it spotted the towering dust devil.
On Aug. 30, you will be able to see the month's second full moon, also known as a blue moon. It will appear bigger and brighter than usual, making it a supermoon, too.
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
As NASA's Webb telescope scours the universe to find light from the first stars and galaxies, it is also capturing the universe like never before. Scott Pelley got an inside look at Webb's new discoveries.
NASA was able to capture a "gallery of objects ranging from small fountains to burbling behemoths" deep in space: "It's like finding buried treasure."
Watch the cosmos come to life as Geminids meteors speed through space at 78,000 miles per hour – more than 40 times faster than a speeding bullet.
The first-of-its-kind vibrant map allows you to scroll through 200,000 galaxies dating back 12.5 billion years.
NASA said the eclipse will provide a little "celestial magic" during the so-called Beaver Moon.
Baltimore County Councilman A. Wade Kach, Maryland's longest-serving Republican official, resigned from office on Thursday.
An 18-year-old woman was shot and killed in Northwest Baltimore on Saturday afternoon.
A 56-year-old man escaped police custody after being admitted into a hospital on Friday night. Baltimore Police are now working to locate the fugitive.
A group of juveniles stabbed a 38-year-old male near the Inner Harbor on Friday night, according to Baltimore City Police.
Two waves of wetter weather are expected; one Saturday followed by another late Sunday.
Two waves of wetter weather are expected; one Saturday followed by another late Sunday.
Baltimore County Councilman A. Wade Kach, Maryland's longest-serving Republican official, resigned from office on Thursday.
A group of juveniles stabbed a 38-year-old male near the Inner Harbor on Friday night, according to Baltimore City Police.
An 18-year-old woman was shot and killed in Northwest Baltimore on Saturday afternoon.
A 56-year-old man escaped police custody after being admitted into a hospital on Friday night. Baltimore Police are now working to locate the fugitive.
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.
Radebaugh Florist in Maryland prepares for one of its busiest weekends.
Baltimore’s Wine Village prepares to celebrate Mother’s Day.
The LB Skybar and Tavern join us in studio to share some menu items and talk about their upcoming Comedy Brunch with Poe’s Theatre.
Owner Keiarna Stewart joins us in studio with a few products from her skincare line that are perfect for moms who are interested in a new skincare routine.
Realtor Alonna Davis joins us in studio to discuss what buyers need to know before they buy a home, and why Baltimore is a great place to buy.
Joe Mack scored the winning run in the ninth inning on a throwing error by third baseman Coby Mayo, and the Miami Marlins beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a series sweep and snap a four-game losing streak.
Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer, Adley Rutschman had two RBI doubles, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Miami Marlins 7-4 on Wednesday night.
Students at a Baltimore middle school got out of their classroom to learn why it's important to stay active with the help of former Ravens player Ed Reed.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
Adley Rutschman had a go-ahead, pinch-hit single and Leody Taveras followed with a run-scoring single in the ninth inning to lift the Baltimore Orioles past the Miami Marlins 9-7 on Tuesday night, snapping a five-game skid.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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.
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.
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.
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 5/9/2026
Rain and sunshine are expected in Maryland this Mother's Day weekend.
Two waves of wetter weather are expected; one Saturday followed by another late Sunday.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 5/8/2026
Maryland will see rain and sunshine for Mother's Day weekend.
A 56-year-old man escaped police custody after being admitted into a hospital on Friday night. Baltimore Police are now working to locate the fugitive.
Maryland Emergency Department on the lookout for diseases transmitted by tick bites
A group of juveniles stabbed a 38-year-old male near the Inner Harbor on Friday night, according to Baltimore City Police.
An 18-year-old woman was shot and killed in Northwest Baltimore on Saturday afternoon.
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 5/9/2026