D.C. Mayor Proposes Taxicab Reform
Washington's mayor wants taxicabs in the nation's capital to accept credit cards, to be equipped with satellite navigation systems and to all be painted the same color.
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Washington's mayor wants taxicabs in the nation's capital to accept credit cards, to be equipped with satellite navigation systems and to all be painted the same color.
The National Zoo has announced a $4.5 million gift to fund its giant panda reproduction program for five more years.
The FBI has launched a website to draw attention to a series of unsolved rapes and a murder in the Washington area that investigators believe are related.
One of the nation's top-grossing radio stations is reorganizing and expanding its Washington newsroom to make online news as high a priority as radio.
Police in the District of Columbia have identified an armed man who was shot by a police officer during a confrontation.
The closure of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington is taking a toll on area businesses.
Federal and local officials say the Washington area is better equipped to respond to emergencies in the wake of an earthquake and a freak snowstorm that snarled traffic this year.
The Occupy Wall Street protesters who left New York two weeks ago for a 240-mile march to Washington have arrived in the nation's capital.
At one Department of Motor Vehicles' office in the nation's capital, motorists can get a driver's license, temporary tags and something wholly unrelated to the road: a free HIV test.
Mummies have returned to the National Mall in a bigger home at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.
Capital Bikeshare is adding docking stations at the most popular locations where riders pick up and drop off bikes in the Washington area.
New policies are being developed for snowstorms to have federal workers leave work by a designated time or shelter in place until roads are clear.
The National Park Service is opening a lottery for free tickets to attend this year's National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in Washington.
NORAD is planning an exercise this week in the Washington region to enhance its skills and test a warning system.
The Smithsonian is taking the first ladies' gowns off display for about three weeks as the National Museum of American History prepares a new home for the popular dresses in Washington.
The main hall of Union Station in Washington has reopened after repairs were made to a ceiling damaged by the 5.8-magnitude quake in August.
Washington officials are finding a way to make gridlocked traffic a money-maker.
A former District of Columbia mayoral candidate has pleaded not guilty to a charge of driving without a valid license.
NORAD is planning an exercise this week in the Washington region to enhance its skills and test a warning system.
NORAD says military aircraft intercepted two civilian aircraft in separate incidents in the Washington region.
The National Park Service is offering more free tickets for this year's national Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Washington than in years past.
The District of Columbia's emergency management agency will likely advise people to stay put rather than try to drive home during future disasters.
Track work will cause delays on four of the five Metro lines this weekend.
Engineers are removing parts of a pinnacle at the top of the Washington National Cathedral that were damaged by the August earthquake.
Before Washington, D.C., sniper John Allen Muhammad went on a killing spree for three weeks in October 2002, he had already terrorized his wife for years.
Voters turned out in Baltimore County on Wednesday to hear from the candidates in the race for the next county executive.
The FTC claims that between 2022 and 2023, the men bought hundreds of thousands of concert tickets from Ticketmaster before reselling them at a steep price, and allegedly made more than $5.5 million on the secondary market.
A 10-year-old was taken into custody on Wednesday morning after crashing a stolen car into a stop sign in East Baltimore, according to the Baltimore City Sheriff's Office.
The state is now looking for a replacement contractor but pledged the work will continue uninterrupted.
While Howard County Public Schools could get more than 99% of its operating budget request, the county's educators' union wants to see more.
Neighbors say the traffic in their neighborhood has been a nightmare, and the roads are destroyed because of the heavy trucks forced to come through.
The FTC claims that between 2022 and 2023, the men bought hundreds of thousands of concert tickets from Ticketmaster before reselling them at a steep price, and allegedly made more than $5.5 million on the secondary market.
Maryland will soon be the first state on the East Coast to limit how rap and song lyrics or creative expression can be used in court proceedings.
The state is now looking for a replacement contractor but pledged the work will continue uninterrupted.
Wednesday storm system dropped .50"-1" in parts of 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.
WJZ sits down with the person who frames the pieces at the Baltimore Museum of Art.
Cafe Fili in Baltimore shows off its matcha art.
WJZ gets an inside look at the Baltimore Museum of Art Archive Library.
The Den restaurant in Baltimore shows off its menu.
The Humane Society of Carroll County joins us to highlight a local cat that is up for adoption and their upcoming Woofstock event happening Sept. 19 at the newly remodeled Wakefield Valley Event Center & Park in Westminster
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to deals with several undrafted free agents following the 2026 NFL Draft. Some of them are familiar with Maryland.
Morgan State's star linebacker, Erick Hunter, will be getting his shot in the National Football League, signing as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions.
Heisman Trophy finalist quarterback Diego Pavia has signed as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens.
Willson Contreras hit his sixth home run of the season and second in as many games, and the Boston Red Sox responded to the firing of manager Alex Cora with a 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
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.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brighter Thursday in Maryland follows rainy Wednesday
Rainy, wet weather to pass through Maryland Wednesday evening
Storms will develop in Maryland Wednesday evening with rain expected to continue through early Thursday.
Wednesday storm system dropped .50"-1" in parts of Maryland.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Maryland judge rules FTC can move forward with suit against Pikesville company
University of Maryland to enact hiring freezing, cut 150 jobs
Brighter Thursday in Maryland follows rainy Wednesday
Maryland lawmakers pass bill to limit how song lyrics, creative expression are used in court
New Baltimore community center opens, supporting people of all ages