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Preventing cruise nightmares. Lawmakers in Washington grill cruise line executives about their ships stranding passengers.
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Preventing cruise nightmares. Lawmakers in Washington grill cruise line executives about their ships stranding passengers.
The long wait is finally over for visitors who have been yearning for a whiff of a giant flower that smells oddly like rotting flesh.
A giant rainforest plant known as a corpse flower for its terrible smell is set to bloom at the U.S. Botanic Garden next to the Capitol.
A series of five shootings have left two men dead and at least one critically injured in Washington.
D.C. police say one of the victims of a double shooting in Southeast Washington has died.
Rusty the red panda is back in his home after his daring escape a few weeks ago. And he's already attracting quite a crowd at the National Zoo in Washington D.C.
Moody's Investors Service is reviewing Howard University for a possible downgrade of its credit rating as the historically black college faces financial challenges.
The D.C. Council issued a legislative rebuke to Wal-Mart on Wednesday, approving a bill that would require the retail giant and other big-box chain retailers to pay their employees a "living wage" of at least $12.50 an hour.
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is collecting photographs of veterans named on the memorial wall, but organizers say they are coming up short on pictures of District of Columbia veterans.
Delta Sigma Theta is the world's largest black women's organization. And Baltimore was center stage in the celebration of its 100th anniversary.
The D.C. Council appears poised to reject a proposal by the city's fire department to deploy more ambulances during the daytime and reduce the number on duty during the overnight hours.
Escape from the zoo. A rare red panda goes missing from the National Zoo in Washington D.C., and leads zookeepers on a chase through nearby neighborhoods.
A plane at Reagan National Airport in D.C. runs off the runway. The Delta flight apparently veered into the mud while preparing for takeoff.
From the patriotic heart of Washington, D.C. to the big city flash of New York, these spots are known for their impressive summer events.
A Maryland businessman admitted in federal court Thursday that he was reimbursed for $160,000 in campaign contributions by his boss, who's at the center of a wide-ranging investigation of political corruption in the District of Columbia.
Police Chief Cathy Lanier says police are investigating whether the same man is responsible for three and maybe four late-night stabbing attacks on women.
A federal commission charged with building a national memorial honoring President Dwight D. Eisenhower voted unanimously Wednesday to approve architect Frank Gehry's design for a park near the National Mall, allowing the project to move forward over the objections of Eisenhower's family.
More than 1,000 bicyclists have ridden single-file along the last mile of a Pittsburgh-to-Washington trail to mark the full trail's opening.
Two more casino companies applied for a license Friday to build a casino in Maryland near the nation's capital, bringing the number of applicants to three for one license.
The National Aquarium in Baltimore is preparing to welcome some new arrivals.
A one man British invasion. Prince Harry is in Washington D.C. to begin his spring tour of the U.S.
The Secret Service says it has expanded its security perimeter around the White House following the explosions at the Boston Marathon. And though there are no credible threats to Baltimore, city police have also increased security.
A spring heat wave is breaking records around the Washington area.
The District of Columbia is on pace to issue more than 700,000 speed camera tickets this year, matching the record set in 2012.
Registration for the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington has sold out.
In a press conference after the shooting, East Lansing Police Chief Jennifer Brown said that when officers arrived on the scene, they found Kirby, 21, allegedly holding a bloody knife.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was back in court in Greenbelt, Maryland, as the federal government continued to pursue its effort to deport him to Liberia.
Baltimore residents are calling for more safety measures on Belair Road following a three-vehicle crash that left six people injured last Saturday.
Republican House Dels. Mark Fisher and Brian Chisholm posted a video titled the "ChiCom of the Year Award," where they accuse Democratic Delegate Chao Wu of being a Chinese spy.
Maryland officials said they are considering moving the Preakness Stakes back to three weeks after the Kentucky Derby instead of two.
Maryland and federal officials announced charges against the operator of the container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
In a press conference after the shooting, East Lansing Police Chief Jennifer Brown said that when officers arrived on the scene, they found Kirby, 21, allegedly holding a bloody knife.
The chance of rain, thunder will peak Wednesday afternoon and evening.
Maryland has reached a final settlement with the owners and operators of the container ship Dali, which collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse in 2024.
A package of legislation aimed at protecting pets was signed into law in Baltimore Countywith the goal of holding pet owners accountable.
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.
Sandbox VR, a virtual reality venue, is open in Baltimore.
Dick Hageman discusses how he plans to save the Preakness tradition of painting the winner of the weather vane despite a location change for the race this year.
The Bromo Arts Walk is returning to Baltimore on May 14.
The Freedom Trucks Mobile Museum made a stop in Maryland.
Radebaugh Florist in Maryland prepares for one of its busiest weekends.
With the Triple Crown off the table, there's another bit of history that could be made in horse racing this week:
Ryan Weathers took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, then gave up a single before Coby Mayo hit a three-run homer off reliever Brent Headrick to lift the Baltimore Orioles over the New York Yankees 3-2 on Monday night.
Fans lined up well before the gates opened at Camden Yards on Friday night in anticipation of a Tupac Shakur bobblehead giveaway at the ballpark.
Chris Bassitt pitched six solid innings in relief and Leody Taveras threw out the potential tying run at the plate in the seventh to lift the Baltimore Orioles to a 2-1 win over the Athletics on Sunday.
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.
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.
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."
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 storm possibilities Wednesday in Maryland
Rainy weather will return to parts of Maryland Wednesday after a sunny day on Tuesday.
The chance of rain, thunder will peak Wednesday afternoon and evening.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
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