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Sex Abuse Crisis Tops Agenda As US Catholic Bishops Will Convene In Baltimore Monday
The three-day assembly that starts Monday in Baltimore comes after a series of abuse scandals this year that have been stunning in their magnitude and number.
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The three-day assembly that starts Monday in Baltimore comes after a series of abuse scandals this year that have been stunning in their magnitude and number.
A letter from a top Vatican official appears to acknowledge that the Holy See knew about sexual abuse allegations against former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick for at least several months before he was elevated to cardinal in 2001.
Across the U.S., Catholics once faithful with their financial support to their churches are searching for ways to respond to the constant sex-abuse scandals.
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
The much beloved Cardinal William Keeler, died today at the age of 86.
Facing declining numbers of priests in the Catholic Church, Pope Francis is considering a radical change to who can enter the priesthood.
Pope Francis is standing his ground on a centuries-old Catholic tradition concerning women's roles in leadership. The Pope's comments yesterday are resonating with Catholics worldwide and in Baltimore.
The itinerary for Pope Francis' first visit to the United States was released Tuesday. His first stop is DC and the planning is underway.
Pope Francis is visiting Philadelphia in September, and you can be there.
The cost of the daylong pilgrimage is $99 for the bus. The train cost is $159 for adults, $154 for seniors (62 and older), and $119 for children (ages 2-12).
The Francis Factor: one year ago, cardinals chose Pope Francis as the new leader of the Catholic Church. What a year it's been for the 1.2 billion faithful worldwide as the new pope has energized them.
The pope once again surprises his followers with a manifest that describes the direction he's taking the church.
Baltimore is the home to the first Catholic Archdiocese in America. Now, the 300 bishops who run the church in this country are returning to the spiritual home.
White smoke signals the Catholic Church has chosen a new pope.
Catholics worldwide are anxiously awaiting news of whom the new pope will be.
Vatican officials said Monday that Pope Benedict XVI had announced to his senior clergy that he would resign his position as the head of the Catholic Church on February 28, according to news agency reports.
It is time to end the tax exempt status of religious organizations that advocated for a partisan candidate.
Same-sex marriage, abortion and contraceptives. America's Catholic bishops have taken a strong stand opposing each. They were asked by other Catholics to stop mixing those positions with politics.
A subdued U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops acknowledged Monday that voters rejected the stands they took against gay marriage and birth control, but gave no sign they would change their strategy ahead.
A 1,600-year-old document translated for the first time has a message that could shake up Christianity: Jesus may have had a wife. Now, a local expert weighs in on the debate.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore says it is has raised $64 million of the $100 million it is working to raise to support its mission.
Should the Catholic church mix politics and faith? Some say 'no' as the church gears up to take on the Obama administration over it's new healthcare mandate.
Baltimore's archbishop will open the Catholic church's religious liberty effort with a Mass at the city's Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption.
New federal health care rules that require church-affiliated employers to cover birth control for workers violate First Amendment free speech guarantees, the Archdiocese of Washington said Monday in announcing it was joining a series of suits nationwide against the mandate.
A federal appeals court heard arguments Friday on whether it's unconstitutional for two Maryland communities to require anti-abortion pregnancy counseling centers to post signs stating that they do not provide medical services.
Police are investigating a shooting that injured 3 people in North Baltimore on Saturday morning.
Saturday is looking mild with temperatures a bit below average and pop up showers possible.
BWI Marshall Airport experienced a nightmare travel day for thousands of people on Friday due to a global tech outage.
Police ask for the public's help in the search of a shooting suspect that killed 12-year-old girl in Southeast Baltimore Friday evening, according to Baltimore City Police.
The Civil Rights Division of the Office of the Attorney General has filed its first lawsuit against Eric Sessoms and Mt. Vernon Group LLC, alleging gender-based discrimination in housing.
Police ask for the public's help in the search of a shooting suspect that killed 12-year-old girl in Southeast Baltimore Friday evening, according to Baltimore City Police.
Saturday is looking mild with temperatures a bit below average and pop up showers possible.
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.
A software update caused travel challenges at BWI Marshall Airport on Friday, impacting airlines globally.
Airports, courthouses, banks, and hospitals felt the impact of a Microsoft software outage linked to the cybersecurity company CrowdStrike.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
A pilot died when a small environmental research plane crashed Tuesday morning in a river on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
The original Maryland Dairy building opened in 1924 as a lab and salesroom for ice cream, butter and cheese.
On this week's Food Truck Friday, we are featuring 2 Bold Chefs, a Mediterranean food truck with a twist.
Baltimore Summer Restaurant Week, presented by Downtown Partnership of Baltimore and Visit Baltimore, returns for its nineteenth year Friday, July 19 through July 28, 2024.
Grammy and Golden Globe nominated artist Frank Stallone is the headlining act for the Galbani Maryland Italian Festival, and WJZ is a proud media sponsor for the event.
The outdoor event is a lux garden party on the Waterfront, featuring performances by Grammy-award artists Robert Glasper and Yebba.
The 2025 Major League Baseball schedules were released on Thursday. Each team will play every other team in baseball for at least one series.
The Baltimore Orioles had all five players get on the field for the American League in Tuesday's Major League All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.
Corbin Burnes planned to break away from his newborn twin daughters and show up at the All-Star Game regardless of whether he was the starting pitcher for the American League.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County has named Tiffany Tucker as its new athletics director.
Baltimore Orioles star shortstop Gunnar Henderson didn't have the Home Run Derby debut he was expecting.
The U.S. Secret Service is facing mounting questions about the security flaws that allowed the shooter to fire from a rooftop near the rally.
Republicans from across the country are returning Tuesday to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum for Day 2 of the Republican National Convention.
"The political rhetoric in this country has gotten very heated. It's time to cool it down. We all have a responsibility to do that," President Biden said.
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon granted Trump's bid to dismiss the indictment.
The four-day event kicks off on Monday, two days after former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.
Morgan State University's Magnificent Marching Machine will appear on the world stage Friday, performing in Normandy, France on the 80th Anniversary and Commemoration of D-Day.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
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 Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
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.
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.
Can you recover from 'sleep debt' and "make it up" later? Cardiologist Dr. Carlos Ince from Mercy Medical Center weighs in.
Students from families earning less than $300,000 won't have to pay any tuition to attend medical school.
Wellness drinks are now filling grocery store aisles. As popular as drinks like kombucha and prebiotic sodas are, do they actually help you?
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
A female chimp was born last month at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, the zoo said Tuesday, and the public will be able to name it.
Paramount Global, the owner of Paramount Pictures and CBS, will merge with a media company founded by David Ellison.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Meteorologist Ashton Alteri has your Friday evening forecast.
Rain returns for your Saturday forecast, after a beautiful Friday in the upper 80s.
Friday will be a phenomenal weather day with mostly sunny conditions and low humidity. The best weather day that we've seen in weeks! With plenty of sunshine and low humidity Friday will be a fabulous outdoor day across the entire state of Maryland.
Fabulous Friday in Maryland ahead of warm and muggy weekend
Fabulous Maryland Friday ahead of muggy weekend
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A 12-year-old girl was shot and killed inside a home in the 500 block of North Kenwood Avenue, according to Baltimore City Police.
Meteorologist Ashton Alteri has your Friday evening forecast.
BWI Marshall Airport experienced a nightmare travel day for thousands of people on Friday due to a global tech outage.