Life-Saving Surgery Keeps Hagerstown Santa's 55-Year Run Alive
After nearly two weeks in the hospital, Santa cashed in on a wish of his own.
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After nearly two weeks in the hospital, Santa cashed in on a wish of his own.
Awardees include the historic Wilkins Rogers Mill in Ellicott City and a large home near the Maryland State House in Annapolis, as well as two buildings in Baltimore and two in Hagerstown.
Maryland State Police said they believe Robert Vicosa, the fired police officer from Baltimore County who led authorities on a four-day manhunt, fired the shots that killed his daughters and his accomplice.
Robert Vicosa's troubles began years before the former Baltimore County police officer carried out a multi-state crime spree that ended Thursday with the deaths of Vicosa, his young daughters and Tia Bynum, a police sergeant, according to disciplinary records obtained by WJZ.
A days-long manhunt for a former Baltimore County police officer who kidnapped his daughters ended tragically Thursday when the former officer, a sergeant with the department and the girls were found shot dead in western Maryland, WJZ has learned.
The Hagerstown Police Department said in a news release that Gage John Coles, 17, is being charged as an adult in the death of John Anthony Leonard IV, 27.
A group of Republicans out in Western Maryland want out of our state. They've written letters to West Virginia leaders asking them to adopt their counties, calling the arrangement mutually beneficial.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said he would welcome three counties in Western Maryland after state legislators from those jurisdictions sent letters asking to become part of the state.
Five Republican lawmakers from Maryland's three westernmost counties have sent letters to West Virginia legislative leaders asking if the state would consider adding their jurisdictions.
A Hagerstown man was arrested after officials say he stole movie posters and discharged a fire extinguisher inside a theatre last week.
The department said motorists traveling in western Maryland should also watch for bears crossing roads in search of food.
Four people were hurt Thursday evening in a fire in Hagerstown, according to the Hagerstown Fire Department. Two of them are children who are listed in unstable condition at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, according to a department statement.
The report obtained by The Associated Press offered new details about the shortcomings by law enforcement during the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol.
Seventeen Hagerstown residents and one Frederick resident were among 34 arrested Wednesday morning on indictments in a drug trafficking conspiracy. A Hagerstown appliance store was allegedly used as a hub for the illegal activities.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for portions of Western Maryland Monday afternoon.
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has announced nearly $30,000 in awards to companies to expand internet access to 12,000 households in 18 counties, according to a department statement Tuesday.
U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen along with Congressmen Jamie Raskin and David Trone announced more than $1 million in American Rescue Plan Funding for Fire and EMS departments across Western Maryland on Monday.
I scream, you scream, who doesn't love ice cream? On the Maryland Ice Cream Trail, you'll get the real deal: ice cream from cow to cone.
The wine tasting rooms at two Maryland wineries are among nearly two dozen nationwide vying to be named in USA Today's 10 Best Readers Choice contest.
Two women were charged with arson after allegedly setting fire last week to a Hagerstown home belonging to one of their mothers, the State Fire Marshal's Office said.
The bodies of a Frederick father and his 2-year-old son were found along the Appalachian Trail in Washington County early Friday morning in what Maryland State Police are investigating as a murder-suicide.
Hagerstown fire officials arrested and charged a 31-year-old man with arson after he allegedly burned down a homeless person's makeshift tent.
The FedEx Ground Station in Hagerstown is looking to bring 600 new package handlers onboard.
A Hagerstown man was seriously injured after a fuel tank explosion Thursday morning.
Maryland is launching a free COVID-19 testing program in Hagerstown and Salisbury retail facilities to enhance testing in underserved communities.
Two waves of wetter weather are expected; one Saturday followed by another late Sunday.
Baltimore City police are investigating the rape of a developmentally disabled woman, which was not discovered until just weeks before she gave birth in December 2024.
An online learning management system is back online after a cyberattack created chaos for local school districts and colleges in Maryland.
A 55-year-old man was arrested in connection with a "Peeping Tom" investigation around Towson apartments, Baltimore County police said.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
A woman was shot by Anne Arundel County police after they said she struck an officer with a carjacked car in Severn.
Two waves of wetter weather are expected; one Saturday followed by another late Sunday.
A man is facing reckless endangerment charges after police said he pointed a handgun at a minor and threatened them in Annapolis.
Baltimore City police are investigating the rape of a developmentally disabled woman, which was not discovered until just weeks before she gave birth in December 2024.
An online learning management system is back online after a cyberattack created chaos for local school districts and colleges in Maryland.
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.
Radebaugh Florist in Maryland prepares for one of its busiest weekends.
Baltimore’s Wine Village prepares to celebrate Mother’s Day.
The LB Skybar and Tavern join us in studio to share some menu items and talk about their upcoming Comedy Brunch with Poe’s Theatre.
Owner Keiarna Stewart joins us in studio with a few products from her skincare line that are perfect for moms who are interested in a new skincare routine.
Realtor Alonna Davis joins us in studio to discuss what buyers need to know before they buy a home, and why Baltimore is a great place to buy.
Joe Mack scored the winning run in the ninth inning on a throwing error by third baseman Coby Mayo, and the Miami Marlins beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 on Thursday night to avoid a series sweep and snap a four-game losing streak.
Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer, Adley Rutschman had two RBI doubles, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Miami Marlins 7-4 on Wednesday night.
Students at a Baltimore middle school got out of their classroom to learn why it's important to stay active with the help of former Ravens player Ed Reed.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
Adley Rutschman had a go-ahead, pinch-hit single and Leody Taveras followed with a run-scoring single in the ninth inning to lift the Baltimore Orioles past the Miami Marlins 9-7 on Tuesday night, snapping a five-game skid.
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.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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.
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 and sunshine are expected in Maryland this Mother's Day weekend.
Two waves of wetter weather are expected; one Saturday followed by another late Sunday.
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Maryland will see rain and sunshine for Mother's Day weekend.
Nice, pleasant end to Maryland's workweek
Rain and sunshine are expected in Maryland this Mother's Day weekend.
A woman was shot by Anne Arundel County police after they said she struck an officer with a carjacked car in Severn Thursday night.
A 55-year-old man was arrested in connection with a "Peeping Tom" investigation around Towson apartments, Baltimore County police said.
This week on Purple Playbook, WJZ Sports Director Alex Glaze and Super Bowl champion Qadry Ismail break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Baltimore Ravens following rookie minicamp. Which rookies stood out the most? What should Ravens fans be watching as the team heads into OTAs? And which first-year players does Qadry believe can make an immediate impact this season? #Ravens #BaltimoreRavens #NFL #RavensFlock #LamarJackson
Baltimore City police are investigating the rape of a developmentally disabled woman, which was not discovered until just weeks before she gave birth in December 2024.