Man Gets Life In Prison In Death Of Va. Activist
A man convicted of killing a northern Virginia activist and throwing his body in a Fort Washington well has been sentenced to life in prison plus 120 years.
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A man convicted of killing a northern Virginia activist and throwing his body in a Fort Washington well has been sentenced to life in prison plus 120 years.
A sentencing hearing is set for a man who acknowledged being involved in the kidnapping and murder of a northern Virginia activist.
Maryland and Virginia closed the door on their border rivalry with a wild, seesaw duel that went down to the final minute.
Baltimore City Police have captured their latest Public Enemy #1.
The first phase of Metro's $2.8 billion extension in Virginia is now expected to be completed in November to open in early 2014.
Now that the summer travel season has come to an end, AAA Mid-Atlantic says gasoline prices should start to decline due to weaker demand.
Ocean City police have arrested two northern Virginia residents on heroin charges after a traffic stop.
The mayor of Hagerstown says the city remains committed to building a downtown stadium even as its minor-league team pursues a move to Virginia.
The FAA is investigating after a drone crashed into a crowd in Virginia. Several spectators were injured and wondering why the unmanned aircraft was above them in the first place.
It's been 2 1/2 years since Gulet Mohamed, then 19, found himself stuck in Kuwait, unable to return to the United States because of his apparent placement on the government's no-fly list.
A Virginia woman sued Friday over a helicopter crash last month in northeastern Pennsylvania that killed her young son and four others, saying a charter company "negligently and recklessly" allowed a pilot to fly when he was not fully trained.
Of pests and predators the Washington region has no shortage, and it appears that a new one has arrived on the scene: the kudzu bug.
Prince William County officials say a typo threw off the budget by $5 million.
NASA is rescheduling its planned launch of two rockets from the Eastern Shore of Virginia to Friday.
The Prince George's County Sheriff's Office says a man sought in the shooting death of a 14-year-old has been arrested in Virginia.
State Police have identified two men killed in a crash involving an experimental plane as a father and son from Maryland.
When you see the pictures, you'll understand why a trucker in Virginia was praying for her life.
A Virginia man has pleaded guilty in a scheme to get fraudulent loans guaranteed by the Small Business Administration. Prosecutors said the scheme resulted in more than $100 million.
The federal government is teaming up with Virginia and Maryland to crack down on food stamp fraud.
Mike Tobey's tip-in with 1:46 to play in overtime gave Virginia the lead and it held on to beat Maryland 61-58 Sunday night in a game the Cavaliers had to win to boost their NCAA tournament hopes.
Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia are among the most vulnerable to looming federal budget cuts in defense as well as nondefense spending, according to a report released Monday by Wells Fargo Securities.
Alyssa Thomas had 27 points and 13 rebounds and No. 7 Maryland used a 26-3 run spanning the halves to blow open a close game and beat Virginia 73-44 on Sunday.
Virginia's stingy defense wasn't up to form -- and it didn't matter. Joe Harris scored 22 points, and the Cavaliers showed their flexibility with an uncharacteristic lights-out shooting performance in an 80-69 victory over Maryland on Sunday.
A Virginia woman has pleaded guilty to stealing identifying information to fraudulently obtain money from banks.
In a way, Sandra James' trip to the polls in November was like a trip to Disney World: interminable lines followed by a payoff that made it all worthwhile.
Inspired by Dancing with the Stars, 11 local leaders took the stage to raise awareness and funds to support Alzheimer's research, care, and support. The event raised $1.2 million.
José Ramírez homered twice, Brayan Rocchio had three hits and three RBIs, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Orioles 8-4 on Sunday to take three of four from Baltimore.
A Baltimore-area resident who recently returned from an international trip has been diagnosed with a case of the highly contagious measles.
Officers responded around 8:30 a.m. to the 300 block of E. Main Street, where an adult family member reportedly shot another adult family member.
A 24-year-old man riding a motorcycle died in a crash on Marriottsville Road in Howard County Saturday evening, according to police.
A Baltimore-area resident who recently returned from an international trip has been diagnosed with a case of the highly contagious measles.
A Freeze Watch is in effect for Eastern and Central Maryland for early Tuesday morning
Officers responded around 8:30 a.m. to the 300 block of E. Main Street, where an adult family member reportedly shot another adult family member.
Inspired by Dancing with the Stars, 11 local leaders took the stage to raise awareness and funds to support Alzheimer's research, care, and support. The event raised $1.2 million.
Howard County Police are investigating a shooting that injured a gas station employee in Columbia on Friday evening.
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.
Mary’s Land Farm in Ellicott City offers lamb cuddling and adorable animal encounters.
The Bloom Spring Market has returned to Green Spring Station in Baltimore.
The Jewish Museum of Maryland introduces new ping pong pop-up.
The Village of Cross Keys in Baltimore is welcoming the return of outdoor dining.
Stevenson University dedicated its new performing arts center to the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family, which features two state-of-the-art performance spaces and serves as Stevenson’s hub for theater, music, and dance.
José Ramírez homered twice, Brayan Rocchio had three hits and three RBIs, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Orioles 8-4 on Sunday to take three of four from Baltimore.
Parker Messick took a no-hitter into the ninth inning, José Ramírez homered for the third time in four games and the Cleveland Guardians opened a seven-game homestand with a 4-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night.
For a couple of days in March, Baltimore's draft seemed a lot less significant — when the Ravens were about to trade this year's first-round pick and next year's for Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby.
The Baltimore Ravens unveiled their new "The Next Flight" uniforms during Thursday's Flock Forum for season-ticket holders at Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Adrian Del Castillo hit a two-run home run in the 10th inning and drove in five to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 8-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
Dr. Erica Schwartz has emerged as the White House's top pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to current and former officials.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
The Department of Homeland Security has ordered thousands of furloughed employees back to work, even as the agency technically remains shut down and unfunded by Congress.
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
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.
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.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
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.
Cooler temperatures move through Maryland to start the week
Cooler temperatures to start the workweek in Maryland
It's a showery Sunday in Maryland as colder air returns to the area.
A Freeze Watch is in effect for Eastern and Central Maryland for early Tuesday morning
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Cooler temperatures move through Maryland to start the week
First case of measles detected in Maryland in 2026
Two family members killed in apparent murder-suicide in Carroll County
Cooler temperatures to start the workweek in Maryland
Memory Ball in Maryland raises $1.2 million for Alzheimer's