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Calling his campaign of four years ago an "embarrassment," District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray nevertheless made a forceful case Saturday that he's earned the opportunity to serve another term.
A D.C. man has pleaded guilty to killing a cab driver during a robbery in Northeast.
A former Army soldier accused of trying to provide support to a terrorist organization in Somalia after he left the military intends to plead guilty in connection with the case, court documents show.
Singer Chris Brown is expected to return to court for a status hearing in a case in which he's accused of hitting a man outside a Washington, D.C. hotel.
The National Symphony Orchestra is opening a week of 50 free programs on Capitol Hill and in Washington's H Street Northeast neighborhood.
Metro says weekend work will affect all five lines of the Metro system, with trains operating every 20 minutes on most lines.
After a decade on the National Mall, the National Book Festival is moving to a new location this year due to new rules and costs associated with holding a large event on the promenade between the Capitol and Lincoln Memorial.
New figures of some top names in classic rock and roll are being unveiled at the Madame Tussauds wax museum in Washington.
Two cheetahs at the Smithsonian's National Zoo have met with some unexpected prey. The result was predictable.
A District of Columbia police officer has been indicted on attempted murder charges, accused of striking his wife in the head with a metal lamp post, Maryland prosecutors said Friday.
An ancient Roman sculpture portraying a warrior just before his death is visiting Washington on its first trip outside of Italy in more than 200 years.
A former Washington private school teacher who was once featured on the FBI's list of most wanted fugitives pleaded guilty Thursday to child pornography charges and faces decades in prison.
American University was placed on lockdown Wednesday after receiving calls about a man with a gun. Nearly two hours later, police said those reports were unfounded.
An ambitious plan to build a new $300 million soccer stadium for D.C. United has already fallen behind schedule.
A Washington drug dealer who escaped from a western Maryland jail in 2011 is going to prison.
Police in Washington say a man has died after being shot by an officer after allegedly pulling out a handgun during an altercation.
A lawyer for a Connecticut woman killed by police after a car chase outside the U.S. Capitol is requesting a Justice Department investigation.
A new report says District of Columbia police officers need better training on enforcing the law on tinted vehicle windows.
Taking steps to recovery. An officer shot during the Navy Yard shooting risked his life helping others. Now the community is reaching out to support him.
Under mounting pressure, the president announces changes to the Affordable Care Act. The move would allow extensions for people who were dropped by their plans.
Metro says there will be no yellow line train service this weekend, and buses will replace trains on a section of the green line.
With most of its 137 million objects kept behind the scenes or in a faraway museum, the Smithsonian Institution is launching a new 3D scanning and printing initiative to make more of its massive collection accessible to schools, researchers and the public worldwide.
November is Native American Heritage Month. This weekend, hundreds celebrate with a powwow at Towson University.
A 360-year-old Japanese stone lantern that sits among Washington's cherry blossom trees now has a more prominent place on the National Mall.
Students are being evaluated after pepper spray was discharged on the second Baltimore County school bus in a week, according to fire officials.
NFL Hall of Famer Ray Lewis spoke with a group of Baltimore County students about the importance of mental health as the school district launched a new pilot program.
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
An Anne Arundel County man pleaded guilty to the brutal 2025 murder of 67-year-old Stephen Koza, who owned a garden center in Davidsonville, Maryland.
A 1-year-old died a month after a crash that also left a woman dead in Pikesville, according to Baltimore County police.
An Anne Arundel County man pleaded guilty to the brutal 2025 murder of 67-year-old Stephen Koza, who owned a garden center in Davidsonville, Maryland.
Students are being evaluated after pepper spray was discharged on the second Baltimore County school bus in a week, according to fire officials.
Temperatures will be warmest this weekend, ahead of another round of chilly weather.
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Maryland's Department of Human Services has adopted several changes aimed at increasing oversight and capacity in the foster care system, according to Gov. Wes Moore's Office.
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.
Gilbert’s Premium Beef Jerky collaborated with Maryland’s J.O. Spices.
Explorers Restaurant & Lounge in Baltimore talks new menu items.
Slainte owner, Patrick Russell, joins us on St. Patrick's Day with a full Irish spread.
Paul Lever, owner, shares the history behind the Shepherd's pie and demonstrates how to make them on air.
WJZ talks to a Maryland bagpiper on the history and skill of the instrument.
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices far higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
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.
An EF-0 tornado touched down in Caroll County on Monday as severe weather made its way around Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Maryland will continue to experience cold temperatures Wednesday before a slight weather warm-up kicks in for the weekend.
Temperatures will be warmest this weekend, ahead of another round of chilly weather.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A chilly Wednesday before temperatures ramp up in Maryland
A seven-ton meteor was seen across the sky in some northeast states Tuesday.
Ray Lewis joined BCPS for a new mental health screening program in 15 schools.
A 2-alarm fire broke out in a Northwest Baltimore rowhome.
Maryland will continue to experience cold temperatures Wednesday before a slight weather warm-up kicks in for the weekend.
Baltimore Mayor Scott responded to an Inspector General report about fraud in the MONSE youth program.