Convicted Arsonist Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison
It was an emotional day in court Tuesday. Residents of an apartment building and a firefighter relived the day they almost died in a fire that was set on purpose.
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It was an emotional day in court Tuesday. Residents of an apartment building and a firefighter relived the day they almost died in a fire that was set on purpose.
The trial of a Baltimore police officer charged with shooting an unarmed man to death outside a nightclub is set to begin this week.
In Towson, a key witness took the stand as homeowners try to prove Exxon knew about a huge gas leak and did nothing.
A Frederick man has avoided trial on charges he shot and wounded a neighbor's Siamese cat.
A man who was shot by deputies after authorities say he pointed a sawed-off shotgun at them has been found not competent to stand trial.
A Baltimore judge has denied a request to try a 15-year-old girl charged with first-degree murder as a juvenile.
Two police officers accused of kidnapping two 15-year-olds in a police van in 2009 have been cleared of those charges.
A federal judge has sentenced the former executive director of the Havre de Grace Housing Authority to three years probation for bribery of a public official.
It's art, political protest and bathroom humor rolled into one, but the electronics attached to a decorated toilet created a bomb scare in Towson.
George Huguely is facing life in prison if he's convicted of killing Cockeysville native Yeardley Love, but new legal arguments show a possible defense in the case.
A former Baltimore County prosecutor is set to go on trial on charges that he stole a car at knifepoint from two women in January 2010.
A Baltimore County jury is continuing to deliberate in the case of a man charged with killing his girlfriend and dumping her body near a highway in Virginia.
A young man is accused of murdering a Baltimore police officer during a parking dispute. Now the case is in the hands of the jury.
Following the Bonds trial has only confirmed my feeling that the federal government is to be feared. The case against Barry Bonds appears to be so weak that the defense didn't even see the need to call a witness.
A man on trial for sending Governor Martin O'Malley a threatening email is getting a groundswell of support.
The trial of a U.S. government contractor facing up to 20 years in jail on charges he sought to undermine Cuba's government wrapped up Saturday after both sides gave closing arguments, but there was no immediate word of a verdict.
A U.S. government contractor went on trial in Cuba on Friday in a case sure to have a profound impact on relations between the Cold War enemies.
A Smithsburg man convicted of killing two people, including a police officer, is withdrawing his petition for a new trial.
Twin brothers accused of setting a dog on fire will be retried.
Every inch of the pit bull's body was severely burned after being set on fire. Two teens say someone else committed that cruel act.
A setback Tuesday for prosecutors in the case of Phoenix, the dog burned alive in Baltimore.
The murder trial of a man charged with killing a Georgetown police officer is underway.
A Cumberland man is heading to trial in the alleged kidnapping and attempted murder of a 6-year-old girl.
Pete Alonso homered twice, including a two-run shot in the eighth inning that lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night.
A group of Baltimore community members and business owners has filed a lawsuit challenging the planned redevelopment of Harborplace.
A Baltimore man was found guilty Monday in the brutal 2024 kidnapping and murder of a man whose body was discovered outside a middle school in Annapolis.
Baltimore's 24-17 loss to New Orleans on Sunday was the type of defeat that helped cost John Harbaugh his job after a long tenure with the Ravens.
The field at Maracana Stadium has been hit by unusually heavy rainfall over the past six weeks, but the NFL's field director expressed confidence it will be in good shape Sunday when the Baltimore Ravens and the Dallas Cowboys play the league's first game in Rio de Janeiro.
Baltimore's Department of Public Works (DPW) is planning to use a supplemental water source as drought conditions for the city continue.
After a tough loss to the New Orleans Saints, Baltimore Ravens fans are turning the page and packing their bags for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Gemma Hoskins, a former Maryland Teacher of the Year who spent years investigating the unsolved killing of Sister Cathy Cesnik, died Sunday.
Workers began the process Monday of removing vehicles trapped underneath the structurally unsound Empire Towers building in Glen Burnie, Maryland.
The wettest weather is expected on Tuesday.
A Maryland State Police intern found himself on an incredible, unexpected assignment this week as he helped rescue an injured bald eagle.
A Maryland county has been ranked as the No. 2 place in the United States to visit during fall, according to a list compiled by USA Today.
The Trump administration has repealed an executive order that sought to coordinate the efforts of federal, state and local governments to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland is committing $1.36 million to gun violence prevention and intervention programs, Gov. Wes Moore and the Department of Health announced Wednesday.
Maryland's largest Italian festival is two weeks away and is expected to draw crowds of more than 20,000 people.
The annual powerlifting fundraiser with Baltimore County takes place Saturday September 26 at Exile Fitness. Proceeds are donated to BARCs in honor of fallen Ofc. Amy Caprio.
Bori Food Truck stops by the studio with two authentic Puerto Rican dishes, and shares the importance of celebrating Hispanic-inspired dishes and cultural practices.
Toni Sandridge shares important communication tips for people who are often intimidated when attending large networking events.
WJZ is live at the Baltimore Museum of Art checking out a new exhibit by Baltimore artist Jerrell Gibbs which combines family photos and historic paintings into 32 unique pieces of art.
Jay O'Brien, Vice President of Broadcasting & Gameday Productions, joins us with what fans can expect at Sunday's game and information on a new pre-game entertainment experience called “The Uprising”.
Pete Alonso homered twice, including a two-run shot in the eighth inning that lifted the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night.
Baltimore's 24-17 loss to New Orleans on Sunday was the type of defeat that helped cost John Harbaugh his job after a long tenure with the Ravens.
The field at Maracana Stadium has been hit by unusually heavy rainfall over the past six weeks, but the NFL's field director expressed confidence it will be in good shape Sunday when the Baltimore Ravens and the Dallas Cowboys play the league's first game in Rio de Janeiro.
This season, Ravens wide receiver Tez Walker will join WJZ's Alex Glaze and Rick Ritter, along with two-time Super Bowl champion and former Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith.
William Contreras homered, and the Milwaukee Brewers earned their franchise-record 98th victory by beating the Baltimore Orioles 3-0 on Sunday night to complete a three-game sweep.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
Despite Judge Pamela White's decision to restore computer access to Baltimore's inspector general and order the city to respond to her subpoenas, the battle is not yet over.
A judge ruled in favor of Baltimore City Inspector General Isabel Cumming, saying she will order the city to grant Cumming access to its computer systems.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
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.
Back to school means back to school shopping. How much does it cost to send kids to school?
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore attended an opening ceremony for a new innovation center launched by aerospace company Northrop Grumman in Elkton.
The Bitty & Beau's Coffee shop in the City Dock section of downtown Annapolis has confirmed its plans to close in September.
Steelefish Grille, located at 660 Boulton Street in Bel Air, announced on its Facebook page that it is abruptly closing after 14 years.
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.
Overlea-Perry Hall American Legion Post 130 hopes to raise tens of thousands of dollars for veterans' mental health at its second annual Champions of Hope festival.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is recovering in the hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend.
Maryland health officials have reported a record 59 heat-related deaths this summer.
Luminis Health, which serves patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore and in Anne Arundel and Prince George's counties, has been hit with a cybersecurity attack.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
BTS fans, better known as the BTS ARMY, have been flocking to a wide range of businesses in Charm City for days.
Rainy and breezy weather continues in Maryland this week
The wettest weather is expected on Tuesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Rain and cooler temperatures in Maryland this week
Wet and cooler weather to start the workweek in Maryland
Community members file lawsuit challenging Baltimore Harborplace redevelopment
Baltimore DPW considers tapping Susquehanna River to supplement drinking water
WJZ's Purple Connection team of Grace Grill, Ryan Ripken and Tim Barbalace break down a tough Ravens' loss to the Saints, and their focus heading into this weekend's game in Rio de Janeiro against the Cowboys. #purple #connection #ravens #baltimore #jesseminter #ravensflock #lamarjackson
Baltimore DPW plans to use Susquehanna River to supplement Baltimore reservoirs
Baltimore City has 2 days to give inspector general full access to computer systems