DC Boosts Limits On Restaurants, Gatherings Amid Coronavirus Spike
The nation's capital is tightening its public COVID-19 restrictions in the face of spiraling virus numbers locally and around the country.
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The nation's capital is tightening its public COVID-19 restrictions in the face of spiraling virus numbers locally and around the country.
The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute has named their new baby panda.
Gov. Larry Hogan joined a video conference Thursday with President-elect Joe Biden, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and other leaders to discuss the ongoing fight against COVID-19.
In response to rising COVID-19 infection numbers, the Smithsonian Institution is indefinitely shutting down operations at all its facilities, effective Monday and affecting seven museums, plus the National Zoo.
For the second year in a row, the National Cherry Blossom Festival in the nation's capital will look different due to COVID-19.
Researchers in Maryland now have five Asian giant hornets -- commonly known as "murder hornets" -- at their lab so they can be studied.
Moderna said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine is proving to be highly effective in a major trial, a second dash of hope in the global race for a shot to tame a resurgent virus that is now killing more than 8,000 people a day worldwide.
You can help name the newest panda cub at the National Zoo in DC.
Demonstrations over President Donald Trump's loss at the polls have resulted in charges against nearly two dozen people in Washington, including a person accused of setting off a commercial firework and four people accused of an assault that left the victim unconscious on the street.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan expressed his frustration with the bickering in Washington and the fact that Congress has yet to pass a coronavirus relief bill.
Dr. Ben Carson has tested positive for coronavirus, CBS News has confirmed.
The Nats have invited Biden to toss out the ceremonial first ball next season on opening day.
As President Donald Trump's team launch a barrage of legal challenges against how ballots are being counted in a number of states, some wonder if Trump will remain in the White House as President should the battle continue into the new year.
Federal authorities placed a "non-scalable" fence around the entire perimeter of the White House on Monday as law enforcement and other agencies prepare for possible protests surrounding the election, a source with knowledge of the matter confirmed to CNN.
A wind advisory was issued for parts of Maryland Monday morning. At 2 p.m., the advisory expired, but not without causing some damage and power outages.
Police in the nation's capital on Thursday released body camera footage from a fatal vehicle accident during a police chase that has sparked two days of protests and clashes.
The remnants of Zeta are expected to bring heavy rain to the mid-Atlantic late this week, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a flood watch for much of the region.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett took the judicial oath Tuesday and became the 115th Supreme Court Justice.
The remnants of yet another tropical system -- Zeta -- will impact the state later this week.
Archbishop Gregory is one of 13 to be elevated to the rank at a surprise consistory, or ceremony.
The Department of Justice released this week a report on its efforts to "dismantle" MS-13 in the U.S. and abroad.
Marylanders are seeing some slight savings at the pump, with gas prices dropping an average of three cents statewide over the past week, AAA Mid-Atlantic said Friday.
Washington coach Ron Rivera will have his last treatment for a form of skin cancer Monday, two months after being diagnosed.
More than one-quarter of all first-class mail in the Baltimore area is not being delivered on time, a report released this week by the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs found.
Despite dozens of the largest counties in the country seeing rent prices fall from one year ago, Baltimore rents are increasing at some of the highest rates, a new report found.
Jackson Holliday hit a leadoff homer and Colton Cowser, Coby Mayo and Alex Jackson hit consecutive shots in the third inning — all off Nestor Cortes — and the Baltimore Orioles beat struggling San Diego 7-5 on Wednesday for their first three-game sweep of the Padres.
On Saturday, September 6, Ripken's milestone will be celebrated at Camden Yards, 30 years to the day when he claimed the record for consecutive games played.
The brick, cast-iron fronted structure dates to 1875, but like so many other buildings along North Howard Street, it has sat vacant for years.
Moo Moo Cows, a popular Federal Hill ice cream shop, is back open after it was vandalized for the third time.
A recent Planning and Zoning report shows that nearly 3% of all homes in Annapolis are used as short-term rentals — almost double the national average.
Baltimore residents and business owners are sounding off after President Trump announced that he would deploy National Guard troops in hopes of deterring the city's crime.
The brick, cast-iron fronted structure dates to 1875, but like so many other buildings along North Howard Street, it has sat vacant for years.
On Saturday, September 6, Ripken's milestone will be celebrated at Camden Yards, 30 years to the day when he claimed the record for consecutive games played.
Alert Day has been issued for severe weather potential west of I-95 on Thursday.
President Trump said he is deploying the National Guard to Baltimore in an effort to fight crime, despite defiance from state and city leaders.
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.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
The final Bromo Art Walk of 2025 will take place on Thursday, Sept. 11.
Baltimore Orioles Historian Bill Stetka recalls when former player Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig's consecutive game streak.
It’s been 30 years since former Baltimore Orioles player Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig’s consecutive game streak.
WJZ is looking forward to the 14th annual Pikesville Fall Festival in Maryland.
Six-year-old London Haynes is launching her first book: Princess London and the Magical Flying Unicorn.
Jackson Holliday hit a leadoff homer and Colton Cowser, Coby Mayo and Alex Jackson hit consecutive shots in the third inning — all off Nestor Cortes — and the Baltimore Orioles beat struggling San Diego 7-5 on Wednesday for their first three-game sweep of the Padres.
On Saturday, September 6, Ripken's milestone will be celebrated at Camden Yards, 30 years to the day when he claimed the record for consecutive games played.
Dylan Beavers singled home the go-ahead run with two outs in the seventh inning, two batters after All-Star reliever Jason Adam collapsed in pain on the mound, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the San Diego Padres 4-3 on Monday.
On Sunday night, the Ravens open the 2025 season in Buffalo, with kickoff scheduled for 8:20 p.m.
Rafael Devers homered, doubled and drove in two runs to help Justin Verlander earn career win No. 265 as the San Francisco Giants beat the Baltimore Orioles 13-2 to take two of three games in their series.
The number of states at least entertaining a redistricting effort is continuing to grow.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a judge on Thursday to bar DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi from making "inflammatory" statements.
A lawyer for Kilmar Abrego Garcia said he has asked a judge to reopen his immigration proceedings and is seeking asylum in the United States.
A federal judge threw out the Trump administration's challenge to a standing order issued by a U.S. district court in Maryland.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was taken into custody Monday by immigration authorities and the Department of Homeland Security said he is being processed for deportation to Uganda.
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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
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 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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
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.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
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.
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
Grammy-winning R&B stars Brandy and Monica announced their 24-city arena tour on "CBS Mornings."
The AFRAM Festival in Baltimore is a celebration of African American culture, a music experience and a foodie paradise.
A cold front pushing east will bring a better chance for scattered thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening, especially west of I-95.
Alert Day on Thursday for potentially strong storms in Maryland
Alert Day on Thursday in Maryland with storms in the forecast
Alert Day on Thursday for potentially strong storms in Maryland
Maryland will see a warming trend before a couple of cold fronts bring rain and storms later this week.
Heading toward fall, Americans are continuing to rate the U.S. economy negatively, as most pick "uncertain" and "struggling" to describe its current state. Ratings dipped again slightly over the last month.
Health secretary is expected to testify at a Senate hearing Thursday over major changes that have impacted public health.
ATF officials are still working to figure out what caused mutiple buildings to catch fire in Downtown Baltimore on Tuesday.
Baltimore residents and business owners are sounding off after President Trump announced that he would deploy National Guard troops in hopes of deterring the city's crime.
A cold front pushing east will bring a better chance for scattered thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening, especially west of I-95.