3 dead, 1 in critical condition after lightning strike near White House
The victims were near a statue of Andrew Jackson, Maggiolo said, adding that "it appeared they were in the vicinity of a tree."
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The victims were near a statue of Andrew Jackson, Maggiolo said, adding that "it appeared they were in the vicinity of a tree."
Free tours of the executive mansion were suspended when President Joe Biden took office, as officials tightened virus protocols in line with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The White House is launching a formal partnership with 11 East Coast governors, including Gov. Larry Hogan, to boost the growing offshore wind industry, a key element of President Joe Biden's plan for climate change.
As global health leaders investigate an unusual outbreak of monkeypox across more than a dozen countries, discussions in the United States have turned to vaccination against the disease -- and certain people exposed to the virus could be offered a vaccine.
The White House on Thursday announced more steps to make the antiviral treatment Paxlovid more accessible across the U.S. as it projects COVID-19 infections will continue to spread over the summer travel season.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19, a day after appearing unmasked at a White House event with President Joe Biden.
White House representatives on Thursday met virtually with Maryland community partners to discuss issues important to our communities.
The White House is disputing the claim made by Gov. Larry Hogan that some states aren't receiving the COVID-19 tests they ordered because of the new federal program to distribute them for free.
The Biden administration is opening additional federally run free Covid-19 testing sites in six states across the country -- Maine, Maryland, Nevada, Delaware, Texas and Washington -- as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to surge in the US.
"Gifts from the Heart" is the theme of President Joe Biden's first White House Christmas.
Biden's visit to the Port of Baltimore is all part of the president's pitch on the trillion dollar infrastructure bill that passed Congress this weekend, and he's expected to sign into law soon.
With speculation swirling around what's next for Larry Hogan, Maryland's governor said Thursday he hasn't ruled out a 2024 presidential run.
The Mayor's Office said that Mayor Scott discussed gun tracing and community violence intervention groups with President Biden Wednesday.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott tweeted that he will join President Joe Biden Wednesday to talk about crime.
Lafayette Square, the park across from the White House, reopened Monday to the public nearly a year after federal authorities fenced off the area at the height of nationwide protests over policing following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
President Joe Biden's grandkids say anyone who wants to take a crack at their "Pop" has to go through them first.
The two German Shepherds belonging to President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were returned to the Biden family home in Delaware last week after aggressive behavior at the White House involving Major Biden, but both will return to Washington "soon," White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday.
Drugmaker Merck & Co. will help produce rival Johnson & Johnson's newly approved coronavirus vaccine in an effort to expand supply more quickly, a Biden administration official confirmed Tuesday.
Donald Trump will walk out of the White House and board Marine One for the last time as president Wednesday morning, leaving behind a legacy of chaos and tumult and a nation bitterly divided.
Dr. Ben Carson has tested positive for coronavirus, CBS News has confirmed.
Barron Trump tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month, first lady Melania Trump announced in a personal essay posted on the White House website.
Local doctors say President Trump's diagnosis serves as a reminder for how easily the virus spreads.
Gov. Larry Hogan requested on Thursday the White House issue a Major Disaster Declaration to assist communities impacted by Tropical Storm Isaias in August.
First lady Melania Trump on Saturday unveiled the newly renovated White House Rose Garden, an iconic space that she will use as a backdrop for her upcoming speech to the Republican National Convention.
The suspect who was involved in a shooting outside the White House Monday was identified as 51-year-old Myron Berryman.
Clouds will give way to sunshine Thursday afternoon into Friday. Saturday showers exit for a nice Mother's Day.
Maryland health officials are monitoring a rise in measles cases after three infections were confirmed in the state this year.
Passengers aboard two Southwest Airlines flights were forced to change planes earlier this week after the airplanes clipped each other at BWI Airport.
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.
A major operator and developer of retail properties across the country purchased the Annapolis Mall for $260 million, and the adjacent vacant Sears parcel for $12 million.
Passengers aboard two Southwest Airlines flights were forced to change planes earlier this week after the airplanes clipped each other at BWI Airport.
Maryland lawmakers are pushing Air Force leaders for answers about a 32,000-gallon jet fuel spill on Joint Base Andrews that prompted an investigation and clean-up effort.
Baltimore City Police said it is ramping up dirt bike enforcement citywide in the aftermath of a deadly crash.
Clouds will give way to sunshine Thursday afternoon into Friday. Saturday showers exit for a nice Mother's Day.
Maryland health officials are monitoring a rise in measles cases after three infections were confirmed in the state this year.
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.
Boston Marathon winner Sharon Lokedi unveiled the shoes that were specially made for her by Maryland-based Under Armour.
City Ranch in Maryland provides accessible and affordable horseback riding for children.
Lyric CEO Tom Bailey and WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello join us to share the significance of this historic collaboration as the Washington National Opera returns to Baltimore for the first time in 17 years.
Marty Bass counts down to retirement with a visit to Baltimore's Natty Boh sign.
Vendors at Baltimore’s Lexington Market are showing off meals that have gone viral.
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.
Johns Hopkins men's lacrosse is back in the NCAA tournament after missing out a year ago.
A jury found former New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs not guilty of all charges on Tuesday after he was accused of assaulting his live-in chef last year.
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.
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.
Clouds will give way to sunshine Thursday afternoon into Friday. Saturday showers exit for a nice Mother's Day.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
More scattered rain will impact Maryland through Thursday morning
Few showers in the forecast Thursday in Maryland
Two rounds of wet weather are expected in Maryland Wednesday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas has a preview of Thursday's city council hearing.
More scattered rain will impact Maryland through Thursday morning
Maryland health experts express concerns over surge in measles cases
Baltimore County woman has home raided for 3rd time by Animal Control