Tesla recalling more than 2 million vehicles to fix Autopilot safety problem
The defective system is supposed to ensure that drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.
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The defective system is supposed to ensure that drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it got two complaints that the steering wheels can come off Tesla's Model Y SUV while it's being driven.
Automakers reported nearly 400 crashes over a 10-month period involving vehicles with partially automated driver-assist systems, including 273 with Teslas, according to statistics released Wednesday by U.S. safety regulators.
Major automakers are asking Congress to lift the cap on how many people can receive tax credits for buying a hybrid or fully electric vehicle.
Twitter has agreed to sell itself to Elon Musk in a deal valued at around $44 billion, the company said Monday.
Because the contact was not intentional or reckless, Leitess said, the office has decided to enter all charges "Nolle Prosequi," or "unwilling to pursue."
The Anne Arundel County State's Attorney released a statement in regards to the incident involving a crossing guard in Glen Burnie.
A Glen Burnie man was arrested last week after police said he intentionally hit a crossing guard with his car and new video sheds a light on the incident -- which raises some questions in the police report.
An impatient motorist drove his car at a crossing guard who had stopped traffic to allow three elementary school students to cross the street and hit her leg, Anne Arundel County police announced Friday.
Elon Musk wants to insert Bluetooth-enabled implants into your brain, claiming the devices could enable telepathy and repair motor function in people with injuries
Tesla is having a brutal year. But the company's missed sales forecasts and weakening demand shouldn't scare investors away from the electric vehicle business.
Elon Musk, founder of Tesla, may be one step closer to fulfilling a promise he made to Baltimore and DC residents -- created a 29-minute commute between the two cities via an underground "hyperloop."
Tesla CEO Elon Musk, company to pay $40 million to settle SEC case alleging Musk duped investors.
Elon Musk's latest big idea is daring even by his standards: He wants to turn Tesla into a private company. Musk's tweet sent Tesla stock spiking by almost 9%.
Tesla is investigating how one of its cars appeared to suddenly catch fire on a busy street near Los Angeles. Tesla is calling the incident "extraordinarily unusual."
A driver was lucky to escape injury after colliding with a bear that wandered onto an Oregon highway.
Last week, Elon Musk showed "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King the couch he sleeps on when he works late at his Tesla Model 3 factory. The internet was not pleased with the piece of furniture.
There were plenty of spectacular moments during the maiden launch of SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket on Tuesday.
Tesla Inc. has finally made its long-promised affordable electric car. But it could take years to get it to all the people who want to buy it.
Tesla Motors says it has agreed to buy a German engineering company to help automate its electric car manufacturing.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the electric car company is making major improvements to the Autopilot system used by its vehicles, which will dramatically reduce the number and severity of crashes they are involved in.
Tesla Motors shipped fewer autos to customers in the past three months.
The first American death involving a car in self-driving mode presents a dilemma.
Tesla said Thursday that it has started selling a cheaper version of its Model S car in an attempt to make its electric vehicles more affordable for more people.
Demand for Tesla's new Model 3 has been eye-popping, with consumers pre-ordering about $13.7 billion worth of the electric sedans nearly two years before they go on sale.
Baltimore's mayor is defending his signature crime-fighting program and pushing back against allegations his office is not providing the city's inspector general with the information she needs to fight fraud.
When a man living in Virginia suddenly had to return to his home country of Brazil in 2025, he surrendered his four pet rabbits to a Howard County nonprofit.
Catholic Charities and Safe Streets Baltimore are celebrating a 10-year relationship, working to prevent violence in Baltimore neighborhoods.
Students were evaluated after pepper spray was discharged on the second Baltimore County school bus in a week, according to fire officials.
NFL Hall of Famer Ray Lewis spoke with a group of Baltimore County students about the importance of mental health as the school district launched a new pilot program.
An Anne Arundel County man pleaded guilty to the brutal 2025 murder of 67-year-old Stephen Koza, who owned a garden center in Davidsonville, Maryland.
Students were evaluated after pepper spray was discharged on the second Baltimore County school bus in a week, according to fire officials.
When a man living in Virginia suddenly had to return to his home country of Brazil in 2025, he surrendered his four pet rabbits to a Howard County nonprofit.
Temperatures will be warmest this weekend, ahead of another round of chilly weather.
NFL Hall of Famer Ray Lewis spoke with a group of Baltimore County students about the importance of mental health as the school district launched a new pilot program.
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.
Gilbert’s Premium Beef Jerky collaborated with Maryland’s J.O. Spices.
Explorers Restaurant & Lounge in Baltimore talks new menu items.
Slainte owner, Patrick Russell, joins us on St. Patrick's Day with a full Irish spread.
Paul Lever, owner, shares the history behind the Shepherd's pie and demonstrates how to make them on air.
WJZ talks to a Maryland bagpiper on the history and skill of the instrument.
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.
Rain chances, warmer temperatures this weekend in Maryland
Temperatures into the 60s this weekend in Maryland
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Maryland will continue to experience cold temperatures Wednesday before a slight weather warm-up kicks in for the weekend.
Temperatures will be warmest this weekend, ahead of another round of chilly weather.
Rain chances, warmer temperatures this weekend in Maryland
Baltimore County schools partners with Ray Lewis for mental health screenings
Temperatures into the 60s this weekend in Maryland
Man reunited with pet rabbits after having to move back to Brazil
Baltimore programs celebrate partnerships that drive down crime