Inmate found dead in Maryland prison
A 38-year-old inmate was found dead in a Maryland prison in Allegany County, according to state police.
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A 38-year-old inmate was found dead in a Maryland prison in Allegany County, according to state police.
Three members of the cultlike Zizians group will be tried together in Maryland on charges of trespassing and gun and drug possession.
Maryland allocated $459,375 from its new Disaster Recovery Fund to support Allegany County after severe flooding in May.
Maryland requested that FEMA conduct a damage assessment after flooding in western Maryland in mid-May.
A Maryland man was sentenced to 45 days in jail for illegally dumping over 250,000 tires in Allegany County, according to Attorney General Anthony Brown.
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.
Allegany, Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard and Washington counties, as well as Baltimore City, could see rain and heavy wind gusts.
The Maryland Department of Health will begin offering COVID-19 vaccinations at Maryland's six casinos this month, Gov. Larry Hogan said Thursday.
An area of low pressure will dive into the mid-Atlantic overnight bringing the chance for sprinkles or flurries and snow showers to the northern portion of Maryland.
The Maryland Board of Public Works signed off Wednesday on more than $3.7 million in funding for projects to upgrade two Allegany County water treatment plants and a sustainable energy project in Caroline County.
Maryland State Police are investigating after a couple was found dead inside their Allegany County home.
A group of Republicans out in Western Maryland want out of our state. They've written letters to West Virginia leaders asking them to adopt their counties, calling the arrangement mutually beneficial.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said he would welcome three counties in Western Maryland after state legislators from those jurisdictions sent letters asking to become part of the state.
Five Republican lawmakers from Maryland's three westernmost counties have sent letters to West Virginia legislative leaders asking if the state would consider adding their jurisdictions.
The department said motorists traveling in western Maryland should also watch for bears crossing roads in search of food.
Newly released charging documents show that just one day before the murders, Burnham told his mother he was upset his brother Brian, a pharmacist, was administering COVID vaccines.
Jeffrey Burnham, the Cumberland man charged with killing his brother, sister-in-law and an elderly family friend, allegedly wanted to confront his brother Brian Robinette, a pharmacist, because he believed the government is "poisoning people with COVID vaccines."
Officials are investigating after a Frostburg woman was killed in an apartment fire Tuesday afternoon.
Jeffrey Burnham, the Allegany County man suspected of killing three people including his brother and sister-in-law, will be extradited to Maryland to face charges, a West Virginia judge ruled Tuesday.
A GoFundMe has been set up for the children of Brian and Kelly Robinette, the Howard County couple killed in last week's double homicide in Ellicott City.
A Maryland man wanted in the murders of his brother, sister-in-law and third person was arrested Friday in West Virginia, authorities said.
Jeffrey Burnham, 46, of Cumberland, Maryland, is suspected of killing his brother, sister-in-law and a third person this week. WJZ has pieced together a timeline chronicling the killings and Burnham's subsequent arrest.
Jeffrey Burnham, the Maryland man wanted in the murders of his brother, sister-in-law and a third person, was arrested Friday in West Virginia, authorities said.
Sunflower enthusiasts who don't mind driving to western Maryland can see the large yellow flowers sooner than 60 days from now in Jarrettsville.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for portions of Western Maryland Monday afternoon.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Maryland Gov. Wes Moore for signing bills ending law enforcement's cooperation with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), calling it "despicable."
This is the second time in the past few weeks that local police in our area have been mistaken for ICE.
Police body-worn camera footage shows the response to a fiery crash that killed a teenage girl following a pursuit by an officer in Howard County on January 17.
The bill would require pet cremation businesses to register with the state, keep detailed records, and provide pet owners with written documentation, including the type of cremation requested and identification information for the animal.
U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries met with Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson to discuss mid-cycle redistricting in Maryland.
This is the second time in the past few weeks that local police in our area have been mistaken for ICE.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Maryland Gov. Wes Moore for signing bills ending law enforcement's cooperation with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), calling it "despicable."
Police body-worn camera footage shows the response to a fiery crash that killed a teenage girl following a pursuit by an officer in Howard County on January 17.
The bill would require pet cremation businesses to register with the state, keep detailed records, and provide pet owners with written documentation, including the type of cremation requested and identification information for the animal.
Sunday is a possible First Alert Weather Day.
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.
Baltimore boxing trainer Calvin Ford talks about training Chrisean Rock.
WJZ visits the Henry G. Parks Exhibit at the Baltimore Museum of Industry.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland debuts new programs and exhibitions in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month.
Lena Waithe stopped by the WJZ studio to talk about the inspiration and creation of trinity, which runs now through March 8, 2026 at Baltimore Center Stage.
Visiting Judy's Island Grill II in Maryland for Caribbean food.
Declan Doyle's relationship with Lamar Jackson began during an interview for the Baltimore Ravens' offensive coordinator position.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to an $18.5 million, one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Chris Bassitt.
Pitchers and catchers reported to the Baltimore Orioles' spring training facility in Sarasota, Florida, on Tuesday, and the rest of the squad will follow later this week.
Buzz Williams took some time to address the big picture of a season gone wrong.
The Ravens announced Tuesday that Weaver will be their defensive coordinator under new coach Jesse Minter.
President Trump and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore are feuding over who's responsible for addressing one of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
President Obama spoke about the "unprecedented nature" of what he said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents did in Minnesota.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told CBS News that no administration has ever fully figured out an effective immigration system and only Congress can fix it.
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.
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.
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.
Chance of wintry weather in Maryland on Sunday
Snow possible by the end of the weekend in Maryland
Rainy end of week in Maryland, followed by snow chances
Marylanders could see scattered storms on Wednesday with weekend storms expected.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Chance of wintry weather in Maryland on Sunday
Police in Baltimore County mistaken as ICE, with tensions high
White House press secretary criticizes Maryland's ban on 287(g) agreements
ICE activity in Maryland prompts concerns in communities
Snow possible by the end of the weekend in Maryland