'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the Salehi family's loved ones In Afghanistan, the immediate lifeline for escape is gone as the United States has now withdrawn from the country.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the Salehi family's loved ones In Afghanistan, the immediate lifeline for escape is gone as the United States has now withdrawn from the country.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.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen was among the many Democrats in Congress who skipped the president's State of the Union address on Tuesday to hold a competing rally.
Some Democrats in Congress, including those from Maryland, boycotted President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday night.
Two men from Pennsylvania are facing charges after an illegal car rally in Prince George's County, Maryland, authorities said.
Baltimore has a special bond with the southern Ukrainian port city of Odesa, which has been ravaged by years of war since the Russian invasion.
An armed man died after he was shot during a foot chase with officers in East Baltimore on Tuesday evening, according to police.
An armed man died after he was shot during a foot chase with officers in East Baltimore on Tuesday evening, according to police.
Some Democrats in Congress, including those from Maryland, boycotted President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday night.
The week-long festivities have given the area more than a $100 million boost since it came to Baltimore.
A search is underway in Maryland for a suspect who shot at a State Police trooper who was conducting a traffic stop in Baltimore, department officials said.
The Baltimore Inspector General's Office is suing the city for access to information and the power to issue and enforce subpoenas, after IG Isabel Cumming said she was blocked from seeing documents that are essential to her job.
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.
Rainbow Car Wash in Dundalk talks the importance of a clean car after winter weather.
The Pendry Baltimore hotel is introducing an ice curling rink amid the Olympics hype.
JP Krahel, Loyola University Financial Expert, shares important tips on how to build credit while in college, and how scholarships can reduce out of pocket debt.
WJZ visits the B&O Railroad Museum in Maryland to see a restored 1949 train car.
The American Craft Show returns to the Baltimore Convention Center.
Through a sudden death overtime goal, the U.S. men's hockey team is golden over Canada.
Music performers Nelly and Vanilla Ice will be headlining the Birdland Summer Music Series following two Baltimore Orioles games this season at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg has been unable to take part in spring training after a right oblique injury during the offseason, and it was unclear Thursday whether an elbow issue was also keeping him off the field.
Declan Doyle's relationship with Lamar Jackson began during an interview for the Baltimore Ravens' offensive coordinator position.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to an $18.5 million, one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Chris Bassitt.
Some House Republicans have rebuked Mr. Trump on tariffs, war powers and the Epstein files, and defections could grow as the midterms approach.
An armed man was shot and killed early Sunday morning after "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
President Trump and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore are feuding over who's responsible for addressing one of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
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.
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.
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.
Temperatures back in the 50s on Wednesday in Maryland
Maryland temperatures warm up this weekend
Mid-week warmup in Maryland
Colder weather has blown into Maryland and will stick around before a mid-week warm-up.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Temperatures back in the 50s on Wednesday in Maryland
Maryland lawmakers pass on State of the Union for competing rally
Man shot and killed by police during foot pursuit in East Baltimore
Baltimore's ties with Odesa, Ukraine provides lifeline four years into war
Baltimore officers involved in shooting, police say