'They Are Terrified' Maryland Family Desperate To Help Relatives Escape Afghanistan
For the Salehi family's loved ones In Afghanistan, the immediate lifeline for escape is gone as the United States has now withdrawn from the country.
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For the Salehi family's loved ones In Afghanistan, the immediate lifeline for escape is gone as the United States has now withdrawn from the country.
Marine Corps veteran Mike Wilson worked for weeks to get his translator out of Afghanistan. They served side by side in combat in the Helmand Province for two years.
The Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service will launch a donation drive to support Afghan allies and refugees the Baltimore nonprofit is helping to resettle. As the U.S. government evacuates thousands from Kabul, LIRS expects an increased need for community support.
As Taliban forces take greater control of Afghanistan, thousands have attempted to flee the country.
The chaos continues to unfold in Afghanistan and one local man is desperate to bring his brother to safety.
The images in Afghanistan shocked people around the world. When it became clear that the Taliban would take over large portions of the country, citizens rushed to the airport to try to leave.
Sen. Ben Cardin released a statement on Monday calling the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan "a dire humanitarian crisis" and urging President Biden to increase the quota for refugees who could relocate to America.
As Taliban forces continue their sweep through Afghanistan, Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger on Monday released a statement supporting the Biden administration's withdrawal from the country and calling the safety of American personnel on the ground the "number one priority."
Gov. Larry Hogan on Monday said Maryland is "ready and willing" to accept more Afghan refugees as U.S. forces withdraw from the country and the Taliban retakes control.
Gut-wrenching testimony at the sentencing hearing for Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl will likely continue Tuesday as the deserter's defense team questions officials who treated and debriefed the soldier following his brutal five years of captivity by Taliban allies.
An American woman, her Canadian husband and their three young children have been released after years held captive by a network with ties to the Taliban, U.S. and Pakistani officials said Thursday.
More than 30 people were killed Thursday when at least one suicide bomber attacked a convoy of buses transporting police recruits in Afghanistan to the capital city, an Afghan official tells CBS News.
For the first time, we're hearing details about Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl's time as a Taliban prisoner--just one day after the Pentagon announces they plan to pursue charges against him for deserting his post.
The wait is over. After five years, Bowe Bergdahl--an American soldier held in captivity by the Taliban--is returning home to the United States. But his welcome home comes with mixed feelings.
An American soldier is released in a prisoner exchange with the Taliban. The U.S. government is under fire for how they got his freedom.
With the situation getting worse on the ground Obama has ended the surge just in time for the election in November. Taliban and related attacks against NATO powers were approximately 2,700 in August of 2009 when Obama made his contrary-to-campaign promised-move to step up the nation's military assistance in Afghanistan. Three years later, in August of 2012, there were more attacks – nearly 3,000.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball signed two emergency bills into law that ban private detention centers and limit the access that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has in the county.
A teen was charged with intentionally setting a fire in a middle school bathroom in Maryland, according to the State Fire Marshal's Office.
Baltimore issued 224 citations for unshoveled sidewalks within four days, Department of Housing and Community Development officials said Friday.
Some schools in Maryland will close early on Friday, Feb. 6, in anticipation of snow showers later in the evening.
Maryland will see snow showers on Friday afternoon and evening. Dangerously cold temperatures and powerful winds will follow late Friday night through Sunday morning.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball signed two emergency bills into law that ban private detention centers and limit the access that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has in the county.
Friday through this weekend are First Alert Weather Days as snow showers usher in strong winds and dangerous cold
Some schools in Maryland will close early on Friday, Feb. 6, in anticipation of snow showers later in the evening.
Baltimore issued 224 citations for unshoveled sidewalks within four days, Department of Housing and Community Development officials said Friday.
A teen was charged with intentionally setting a fire in a middle school bathroom in Maryland, according to the State Fire Marshal'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.
Coach Tre shares a few beginner-friendly workout moves for those who are looking for a fresh start. He focuses on nutrition, physical, and mental heath in all his clients.
Marty Bass is with Chef Antoine Thomas learning how he uses his special Chef's Blend seasoning to create the ultimate game day spread.
WJZ visited the special Valentine's Day edition of the haunted attraction. Cupid's Revenge, presented by Bennett's Curse, is open February 6th and 7th.
The Chesapeake Bay Boat Show returns to Maryland for its 5th year.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
Buzz Williams' first season at Maryland is producing the wrong kind of history.
The Baltimore Orioles acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade on Thursday with the Arizona Diamondbacks, who received reliever Kade Strowd and minor leaguers Wellington Aracena and José Mejia.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
The Cleveland Browns hired former Baltimore Ravens Offensive Coordinator Todd Monken to be the team's head coach.
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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.
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.
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.
Parts of Maryland will see some light snowfall on Friday before frigid temperatures set in for the weekend.
Maryland will see snow showers on Friday afternoon and evening. Dangerously cold temperatures and powerful winds will follow late Friday night through Sunday morning.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Snow on Friday, followed by a weekend cold blast
Dangerous cold, snow chances into the weekend in Maryland
Emergency room visits increase on Super Bowl Sunday due to stress from the game, junk food and alcohol.
U.S. Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn completed a training run after tearing her ACL.
The Baltimore School for the Arts will be closed for several days after a burst pipe flooded the building. School officials are hoping to reopen by Feb 11.
The Guthrie family released a new video asking the potential kidnappers of Nancy Guthrie to contact the family.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball signed to emergency bills into law Friday that limit ICE's access to county resources and bans privately-owned detention centers.