11-year-old boy killed in Maryland house fire
An 11-year-old boy died in a house fire in Wicomico County, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office.
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An 11-year-old boy died in a house fire in Wicomico County, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office.
Police said both lanes were shut down and traffic was held at the time as a tow truck moved a disabled car from the median.
Paul Baynard, of Ridgely, is charged with attempted first-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and reckless endangerment.
We are learning more today about just how dedicated Hilliard was not only to his family, but also to protect and serve his community -- something he did until the very end.
A funeral will be held on Tuesday for a Wicomico County sheriff's deputy who was fatally shot last week in the line of duty.
Funeral services for Glenn Hilliard, the Wicomico County deputy shot and killed in Pittsville, will be held next week in Salisbury, the Wicomico County Sheriff's Office announced Tuesday.
Austin Davidson, the man accused of shooting and killing Wicomico County deputy Glenn Hilliard, pleaded guilty two years ago to robbing a McDonald's in Northeast Baltimore where he previously worked.
A special program called "Maryland at Work" will "explore the state's cultures and traditions of work" at the National Folk Festival in Salisbury.
A Wicomico County sheriff's deputy is dead and a suspect is in custody following a Sunday night shooting in Pittsville, authorities said Monday.
Tributes from elected leaders and government agencies are pouring in following the death of Wicomico County sheriff's deputy Glenn Hilliard, who was shot and killed in Pittsville.
Police said Polk was last seen alive on Feb. 25 and was reported missing to police the next day.
Elected officials and first responders from across the state gathered at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens on Friday for Fallen Heroes Day, honoring the 15 police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians and other medical personnel who died in 2021 and 2022.
Snow and wind gusts are leading to crashes and traffic delays on Maryland's Eastern Shore, the Maryland Department of Transportation said.
Friday and Saturday are Alert Days due to the threat of snow and wind from a Nor'easter that will rapidly intensify as it moves offshore of Maryland.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday declared a state of emergency in nine Eastern Shore counties ahead of a Nor'easter that is expected to bring up to a foot of snow in areas east of the Chesapeake Bay.
Navy Shipfitter 1st Class Charles F. Perdue was accounted for on Oct. 14, 2020, according to the Department of Defense's POW/MIA Accounting Agency. The department said it only recently received notification Perdue's family had been briefed on his identification.
The cold continues, and some folks on the Eastern Shore will deal with accumulating snow on Friday night.
Gov. Larry Hogan on Friday declared a state of emergency for parts of Maryland threatened by severe coastal flooding.
Residents stocked up on sandbags and business owners braced their storefronts Friday as coastal flooding threatened parts of Maryland's western shore.
The Maryland Attorney General's office identified the man who died last week after crashing his car during a police chase in Salisbury as 35-year-old Jamaal Parish Mitchell, an African-American resident of Salisbury.
The Office of the Attorney General is investigating a deadly crash after a police chase in Salisbury Thursday night, officials said.
The condition of both patients was not immediately available.
Three Eastern Shore health care groups have received a combined $2.4 million in federal funding for construction projects, renovations and other capital improvements, First District Congressman Andy Harris announced on Tuesday.
Twenty-three high school and college students from 10 Maryland counties will serve one-year terms on the Maryland Youth Advisory Council, according to a statement Friday from Gov. Larry Hogan's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services.
Maryland State Police announced that they have charged a 24-year-old man with impersonating a police officer in Wicomico County.
The Baltimore City Public School Board voted on Wednesday to not renew the charter for the Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys (BCSB).
A community event at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) raised awareness for a Maryland woman who organizers say is being held by the Filipino government.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
Baltimore County schools' superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers proposed a $2.49 billion operating budget for the Fiscal Year 2027.
The governor has promised no new taxes and fees, meaning painful cuts could be ahead.
A community event at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) raised awareness for a Maryland woman who organizers say is being held by the Filipino government.
The governor has promised no new taxes and fees, meaning painful cuts could be ahead.
No criminal charges will be filed in the death of Dontae Melton, Jr., who died in Baltimore Police custody last June.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
Along with cold weather, occasional chances of snow are in the forecast heading into the weekend.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
WJZ is live at Hotel Revival checking out what inspired hotel’s approach to Dry January this year.
Marty Bass is at Rye Street Tavern to learn about Baltimore’s Oyster Recovery Partnership.
Harford County Restaurant Week runs from Jan. 16 to Jan. 25. in 2026.
Marty Bass visits Far and Dotter in Maryland to learn about how CBD products can help with dry January.
The Pendry in Baltimore discusses its Boozy Tea service.
The Baltimore Ravens have interviewed Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Cleveland defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching vacancy.
The Towson Tigers have a big test on Thursday night when they welcome CAA preseason favorite Charleston to SECU Arena.
John Harbaugh was fired by the Ravens on Tuesday, Jan. 6, after he completed his 18th season in Baltimore.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
President Trump gave his stamp of approval for John Harbaugh, the former Baltimore Ravens head coach who was fired on Tuesday after 18 seasons.
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Nicolas Maduro and his wife are expected to face federal charges related to drug trafficking and working with gangs designated as terrorist organizations.
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.
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.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
Colder temperatures return to Maryland this week
Much colder air moving back into Maryland
Much colder temperatures blow into Maryland
WJZ-TV's Marty Bass has your latest weather forecast.
Along with cold weather, occasional chances of snow are in the forecast heading into the weekend.
Baltimore school board votes to not renew charter for Collegiate School for Boys
Towson prepares for big home game against Charleston
Colder temperatures return to Maryland this week
Baltimore County superintendent proposes $2.49 billion operating budget
Friends of Maryland woman in the Philippines plead for her return home