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.
Two people are facing non-life-threatening injuries after two separate shootings in Baltimore overnight, according to police.
Much-needed rainfall is moving through Maryland through the holiday weekend
An MTA light rail train collided with a vehicle in downtown Baltimore on Friday night, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority.
A man was arrested after sexually assaulting his coworker in early May, Baltimore County Police announced on Friday.
A record 45 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles this Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA — but they could be dealing with packed highways, crowded airports, and higher travel costs.
A record 45 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles this Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA — but they could be dealing with packed highways, crowded airports, and higher travel costs.
Saturday is a First Alert Weather Day, due to steady rain impacting plans.
A man was arrested after sexually assaulting his coworker in early May, Baltimore County Police announced on Friday.
An MTA light rail train collided with a vehicle in downtown Baltimore on Friday night, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority.
Two people are facing non-life-threatening injuries after two separate shootings in Baltimore overnight, according to police.
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.
Karin De Francis, the owner of Maryland’s Paws Up Veterinary, talks about affordable pet care.
Summer camp programs at River Valley Ranch in Maryland.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore is busy helping to improve the lives of individuals living with mental health conditions, their families, and communities. We’re joined today by Executive Director Kerry Graves to learn about the nonprofit and its upcoming events that are designed to connect people to resources, reduce stigma around mental illness, and give individuals and families a clear place to start.
Baltimore’s Sagamore Spirit Distillery talks history and what’s new.
The owner of Tiny Brick Oven in Baltimore’s Federal Hill shares how its business was saved by a Christmas miracle.
The Tampa Bay Rays used a four-run eighth inning to complete a sweep of the Baltimore Orioles with a 5-3 win on Wednesday.
Yandy Díaz went 2 for 3 with a home run and an RBI double, Griffin Jax allowed one run and had six strikeouts in five innings, and Tampa Bay beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 on Tuesday night for the Rays' third consecutive win.
Lamar Jackson was absent from a voluntary practice for the Baltimore Ravens, and that usually raises eyebrows.
Yandy Díaz had four hits and four RBIs, Junior Caminero homered and drove in four runs, and the Tampa Bay Rays battered Baltimore Orioles pitching in a 16-6 victory Monday night.
Jackson Holliday had been on the injured list since March 22 following surgery on the hamate bone in his right hand.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
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.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
Steady rain and breezy winds are expected in Maryland on Saturday.
Much-needed rainfall is moving through Maryland through the holiday weekend
Greg Padgett has your Friday evening forecast | 5/22/2026
Saturday is a First Alert Weather Day, due to steady rain impacting plans.
Cooler temps in Maryland, more rain this weekend
Create Baltimore and POSH Exec Eventz partner for a celebration designed to officially kick off Baltimore’s Pride.
The Baltimore Herb Festival returns to Leakin Park for its 37th year.
Steady rain and breezy winds are expected in Maryland on Saturday.
An MTA light rail train collided with a vehicle in downtown Baltimore on Friday night, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority.
A record 45 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles this Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA — but they could be dealing with packed highways, crowded airports, and higher travel costs.