Charlottesville To Remove Confederate Monuments Saturday
A Confederate monument that helped spark a violent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville is set to come down Saturday, the city announced.
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A Confederate monument that helped spark a violent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville is set to come down Saturday, the city announced.
A Virginia man charged with joining the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol told an undercover FBI agent that he belonged to a militia-style group and coordinated "surveillance efforts" on the same building more than a month after the riot, according to a court filing unsealed on Tuesday.
A judge in Virginia is weighing whether to throw out criminal charges against a white police officer accused of using excessive force on a disoriented Black man, a decision that hinges on complaints about prosecutors' conduct in the case.
One person was arrested and a second was cited for trespassing after Loudoun County's school board shut down public comment on proposed rules for the treatment of transgender students.
There is a severe blood shortage in Maryland and across the nation, and donors are needed.
If you missed the recent ring of fire solar clips, here's your chance to see something else fascinating in the sky. Tuesday morning at 7 a.m., a rocket is set to launch from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia, which is near Chincoteague Island.
The Supreme Court is leaving in place the convictions of two men who as members of a white supremacist group participated in a white nationalist rally in Virginia in 2017 that turned violent.
Safeway is trying to make it easier to for people to get their covid vaccine, particularly those who work less flexible hours.
A neo-Nazi group member whose talk of planning an attack at a Virginia gun rights rally was secretly recorded by the FBI pleaded guilty on Thursday to gun charges and obstruction of justice.
A judge on Tuesday ordered a northern Virginia school system to reinstate a suspended gym teacher who spoke out at a school board meeting against a proposal requiring that transgender students be addressed by their preferred pronouns.
The Virginia mansion where Robert E. Lee once lived that now overlooks Arlington National Cemetery is open to the public again, after a $12 million rehabilitation and reinterpretation that includes an increased emphasis on those who were enslaved there.
A 131-year-old statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee took center stage Tuesday as the Supreme Court of Virginia heard arguments on whether the state has the right to take down the once-celebrated monument that is now widely seen as a symbol of white supremacy and Black oppression.
Montgomery County Police are investigating a drowning in the Potomac River that happened on Memorial Day.
Two Maryland residents were among four defendants who pleaded guilty for their roles in an interstate dogfighting network across Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia and New Jersey, the Maryland Office of the U.S. Department of Justice said Tuesday.
Virginia is following a trend in other states where legalization has led to K-9s being put out to pasture earlier than planned. Police dogs trained to detect the odor of marijuana will no longer be used to establish probable cause for a search.
President Joe Biden honored America's war dead at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day by laying a wreath at the hallowed burial ground and extolling the sacrifices of the fallen for the pursuit of democracy.
The sun is returning just in time for Memorial Day.
A former Army Green Beret sentenced to more than 15 years in prison for spying for Russia has filed paperwork seeking to withdraw his guilty plea.
A couple was gunned down in their own front yard in Springfield, Virginia Wednesday morning.
Former Sen. John W. Warner of Virginia, a former Navy secretary and one of the Senate's most influential military experts, has died at age 94.
A Maryland man has pleaded guilty in Virginia to defrauding women whom he met through online dating websites, using phony identities to dupe them into sending him money.
A federal judge ruled Friday that a parents' group can move forward with a lawsuit alleging that new admissions policies at an elite public high school in northern Virginia discriminate against Asian Americans.
Two Baltimore City public schools have a reason to celebrate as they have been recognized in America's Healthiest Schools program.
The Baltimore Orioles are hosting a fan appreciation weekend that will include giveaways, player interactions and a retirement ceremony for Trey Mancini.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott joined other city officials Monday in announcing a proposal to create a new emergency call and response agency designed to ease strain on the city's 911 system.
A shooting outside an assisted living facility in Anne Arundel County left one woman dead. Police later found the suspect dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The prettiest stretch of weather in months has begun in Maryland.
A shooting outside an assisted living facility in Anne Arundel County left one woman dead. Police later found the suspect dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott joined other city officials Monday in announcing a proposal to create a new emergency call and response agency designed to ease strain on the city's 911 system.
Some driver whose cars have been stuck inside the Empire Towers underground parking garage in Glen Burnie, Maryland since July 9 may soon be able to get them back.
Two Baltimore City public schools have a reason to celebrate as they have been recognized in America's Healthiest Schools program.
The prettiest stretch of weather in months has begun in Maryland.
Maryland's largest Italian festival is two weeks away and is expected to draw crowds of more than 20,000 people.
Harford County gathered to honor those who died that day, and Baltimore County first responders vowed to never forget the heroes who answered the call to help.
The Maryland health department has released vaccine recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season under the new Vax Act.
A man shot by ICE officers in Maryland last December was released from custody Wednesday after spending nearly nine months in detention, immigrant rights organization We Are CASA announced.
Astronaut Reid Wiseman, a Baltimore County native, is retiring from his current role with NASA and transitioning to the agency's emeritus status.
Rob Hair, Superintendent & CEO, joins to talk about the annual community celebration and the importance of bringing awareness to adaptive sports and activities.
WJZ is live in Southwest Baltimore with Chef Joseph Burton learning about their weekly chicken pot pie offer that customers can pre-order for pickup.
Maryland-native Duane Saunders Jr. joins us in studio to talk about his new company Waesse, LLC and how he was hired to make a video that is now on display at The Met in New York City.
Rohini Gupta joins us with a few book titles perfect for the upcoming fall season.
Harford County's Plein Air Festival annually draws professional artists from across the U.S. to capture the county's charms. Artist Denise McDaniel joins us with what you can expect at this year's festival.
The Baltimore Ravens could reportedly be without rookie wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane for several weeks after he fractured his wrist during Sunday's 41-23 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
Jesse Minter couldn't have asked for much more out of his debut as coach of the Baltimore Ravens.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a solo home run among his four hits, George Springer and Kazuma Okamoto also went deep and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-1 on Sunday.
Derrick Henry ran for 144 yards and three touchdowns as the Baltimore Ravens opened the 2026 season with a dominating 41-23 win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.
Baltimore's new professional women's basketball team has announced its official name and logo.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
Community members in Frederick, Maryland say there is a new level of fear after witnessing last week's clash between protesters and ICE agents.
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.
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.
The Baltimore Cultural Alliance nonprofit has announced plans to shut down for financial reasons.
The prettiest stretch of weather in months has begun in Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorlogist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Cooler and sunnier weather on Monday in Maryland
Cooler, sunnier weather to start week in Maryland
Light rain is moving out of Maryland on Sunday.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced a proposal to create a new emergency call and response agency designed to ease strain on the city's 911 system.
Rob Hair, Superintendent & CEO, joins to talk about the annual community celebration and the importance of bringing awareness to adaptive sports and activities.
WJZ is live in Southwest Baltimore with Chef Joseph Burton learning about their weekly chicken pot pie offer that customers can pre-order for pickup.
Maryland-native Duane Saunders Jr. joins us in studio to talk about his new company Waesse, LLC and how he was hired to make a video that is now on display at The Met in New York City.
Rohini Gupta joins us with a few book titles perfect for the upcoming fall season.