College Park Murder-Suicide Suspect Purchased Gun Despite Mental Illness
A deadly triple shooting in College Park once again has the issue of mental illness and gun control in the spotlight.
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A deadly triple shooting in College Park once again has the issue of mental illness and gun control in the spotlight.
When a University of Maryland student went on a shooting spree, he killed one roommate and wounded another. Now that survivor is out of the hospital.
A mother's plea for help echoes around the world. Now, one Columbia family is swamped with "Letters for Noah."
A Thurmont man is spending two months in jail for killing his friend in a crash that apparently prompted the remorseful driver to attempt suicide.
A missing University of Maryland student is discovered dead.
The stabbing death of Baltimore woman was the result of domestic violence, police say.
Defense lawyers are asking a judge to dismiss some charges against a Maryland jail worker accused of failing to seek medical attention for an inmate found hanging by a sheet while in custody for a police officer's death.
Military prosecutors are slowly working up the chain of command of a Marine Corps brig to show the government was justified in keeping an Army private tightly confined after he was arrested for allegedly sending classified information to the secret-busting website WikiLeaks.
An Army private charged with sending U.S secrets to the website WikiLeaks had a history of suicidal thoughts and aloof behavior that outweighed a psychiatrist's opinion that he posed no risk to himself, two former counselors testified Sunday.
Anne Arundel County police responded to a suicide report Tuesday in the 100-block of Pine Cove Avenue in Severn and found a man on the floor suffering from life-threatening trauma to his upper torso.
The day Cody E. Butz killed himself, "he kissed me on the cheek and told me he loved me," his mother, Carin Trecannelli, remembered.
Fort Meade is taking a day out for suicide prevention training. Leaders of the Army installation near Baltimore have scheduled multiple, mandatory training sessions Wednesday for all service members and civilians.
Police say a 14-year-old boy with suicidal thoughts is missing in Baltimore City.
A security guard at the Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden has died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Authorities say an Aberdeen man fatally shot himself after shooting and injuring his live-in girlfriend.
The problem of bullying has claimed kids' lives across the country and in Maryland. Star Ravens player Ray Rice is joining thousands of parents and teens to help stop more tragedies.
Montgomery County police say they are investigating the deaths of a husband and wife in Silver Spring as a possible murder-suicide.
A Minnesota grand jury has indicted a national right-to-die group and several members for their actions in the 2007 suicide of a suburban Minneapolis woman.
A grief-stricken Howard County family gets support from a Baltimore Raven. Ray Rice is hoping to help end cyberbullying, inspired to join the fight after a tragic loss.
Shock, sadness and disbelief among football players and fans over the apparent suicide of pro-ball linebacker Junior Seau.
Famed football player Junior Seau committed suicide yesterday. His career speaks for itself, and his place in NFL history is assured. And while you wouldn't be wrong to wonder why it's tragic only when celebrities do it, remember that sports are so intimate with us because they are us.
Maryland State Police say an off-duty Montgomery County police officer fatally shot himself after a trooper stopped him for speeding and suspicion of driving under the influence.
Prince George's County police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide in Capitol Heights.
An inmate at a Maryland detention center is dead after an apparent suicide.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
Immigrant advocacy group We Are CASA stood with some Maryland legislators pushing for the passage of two bills they say will protect immigrant communities.
Three Carroll County greenhouse employees were injured in a facility explosion on Friday afternoon, police confirmed.
A Baltimore Police officer accused of chasing a person with his patrol vehicle will stand trial in mid-August, according to the City State's Attorney's Office.
A man has pleaded guilty to murder in connection with a 2024 shooting at a Baltimore apartment that left another man dead, according to the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office.
Multiple people have been transported to the hospital with injuries after an explosion took place at a Carroll County greenhouse facility on Friday afternoon.
A Baltimore Police officer accused of chasing a person with his patrol vehicle will stand trial in mid-August, according to the City State's Attorney's Office.
Much milder air returns to Maryland Friday through the weekend.
Gas prices have shot up almost 90 cents a gallon over the past month in Maryland, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, leading to an emergency push by Republican lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state's gas tax.
The U.S. Naval Academy football team was honored at the White House on Friday and presented with the 2025 Commander in Chief's trophy.
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.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
WJZ makes a visit to The Spa at the Hotel at the University of Maryland.
Medspa and business owner, Keiarna Stewart, shares her journey on how she got into the beauty and wellness space.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
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.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 3/20/2026
The chance of rain spikes this evening, followed by another round of rain Sunday night.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Warmer weather, chances of rain are in Maryland forecast
Spring brings warmer weather into Maryland
Immigrant advocacy group We Are CASA stood with some Maryland legislators pushing for the passage of two bills they say will protect immigrant communities.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 3/20/2026
A 44-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder after a shooting in a Pikesville neighborhood left a 43-year-old man dead on Thursday, according to Baltimore County police.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Claire McCardell, one of the most influential designers in the U.S., found her passion in Maryland. She pioneered sports wear in ladies’ fashion, and when WWII made fabrics hard to come by, she created glamorous designs with working-class fabrics. She popularized ballet flats, separates, and pop-over dresses, and became one of the first American names in the fashion world.