Water Search Ends, 12-Year-Old Girl Drowns At Sandy Point State Park
The search for a 12-year-old girl who went missing off the beach in Sandy Point Park Tuesday ended with her body recovered Tuesday night after 11 p.m.
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The search for a 12-year-old girl who went missing off the beach in Sandy Point Park Tuesday ended with her body recovered Tuesday night after 11 p.m.
The huge amount of fresh water pouring into the bay from heavy rains is wiping out clams.
Just days after being pounded by heavy flooding and storm debris that's clogging the Chesapeake, regional leaders came together to discuss the detrimental impact and how to better handle pollution moving forward.
The Environmental Protection Agency says Chesapeake Bay cleanup efforts are mostly on track. But challenges remain when it comes to preventing manure and stormwater from flowing into the nation's largest estuary.
The Bassmaster Elite at Upper Chesapeake Bay that was scheduled for the weekend was postponed due to water conditions following heavy rainstorms across Maryland.
The amount of rain Maryland has seen this week means a lot of swollen rivers due to runoff.
Maryland officials are hoping science might stop a rollback of Clean Air Act regulations by the Trump Administration.
The lower part of Stony Run, which runs from Northern Parkway in Baltimore through Remington, is getting a makeover
The invasive Chinese mitten crab hasn't been seen in the Chesapeake Bay since 2012.
Cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay is a big job.
Maryland Natural Resources Police is searching the Chesapeake Bay for a boater who went overboard Wednesday afternoon.
The health of the entire Chesapeake Bay is showing unprecedented signs of improvement.
Chipotle has teamed up with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation for a fundraiser for the bay on Thursday.
Very few waterways contain a mussel called the eastern elliptio. An exception is Deer Creek in Harford County.
It's a sign that summer is on its way. Dolphins, which were once a rare sighting in the Chesapeake Bay, are returning again.
The Maryland Transportation Authority is hosting a series of public meetings regarding a study of traffic capacity and access across the Chesapeake Bay.
For almost 90 years, Conowingo Dam has provided hydroelectricity and held back much of the dirt that washed off the land into the Susquehanna River.
Scientists want to see if man-made oyster reefs can break up dead zones of low oxygen that plague the Chesapeake Bay in warmer months, which would improve water quality in this part of the river.
A partnership between dozens of groups has set a new goal of adding 10 billion new oysters to the Chesapeake Bay by 2025.
A recent report used 31 different indicators to measure the health of the Chesapeake Bay, and overall it showed great progress for restoration efforts.
The Senate may not restore a deep, House-passed cut in federal funding to the Environmental Protection Agency's Chesapeake Bay Program.
The struggle to bring oysters back to the Chesapeake Bay has encountered a new challenge.
Researchers say the total amount of oxygen-deprived dead zones in Chesapeake Bay this summer was the biggest since 2014.
Blending the Chesapeake's natural beauty with social media technology might just help save the bay.
Millions of dollars in federal grants are intended to improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for most of Maryland on Tuesday morning, including Northern and Southern Baltimore, and Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick Counties, according to the National Weather Service.
Former "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star and businessman Peter Thomas was sentenced to a year and a half in prison for failing to pay over $2.5 million in employment taxes for businesses in Baltimore, Charlotte and Miami, according to the North Carolina U.S. Attorney's Office.
A driver was injured after crashing a vehicle into the garage of a house in Pikesville on Sunday, according to Baltimore County police.
BWI Airport had only a few delays and TSA lines were moving on Sunday as travelers departed for their holiday destinations.
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore closed early on Sunday because of water damage, the casino said.
Congress passed a new federal spending package bill that includes the full cost of rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge and avoids a government shutdown.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for most of Maryland on Tuesday morning, including Northern and Southern Baltimore, and Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick Counties, according to the National Weather Service.
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore closed early on Sunday because of water damage, the casino said.
BWI Airport had only a few delays and TSA lines were moving on Sunday as travelers departed for their holiday destinations.
While visions of snow-covered Christmas mornings may fill the minds of Baltimore residents, the reality is that white Christmases in Charm City are extremely rare.
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.
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.
Alexus Davila is live learning how it all started with Nancy Faidley Devine's father, who in the 60's made himself a fish patty on a hot plate that ultimately led to the Faidley crab cake which Nancy perfected.
We are live in Hampden at the beloved restaurant talking about how they are putting on festive events all December and fun for all!
Chanda sits down with Anita Cathcart who has led community meetings, organized clean-up events, National Night Out activities, and special events for children. Her mission is all around improvement of the Allendale neighborhood.
Martin’s Tree Farm is a family-owned and operated business in Carroll County. During the holiday season, it attracts dozens of visitors on the weekends looking for the centerpiece for their Christmas decorations.
Officials with the Maryland Zoo introduced WJZ to an African Savannah Pouched Rat, also called a hero rat.
Fortune finally smiled on the Baltimore Ravens in their heated rivalry with Pittsburgh.
Lamar Jackson was solid in Baltimore's biggest game of the season so far.
Twice in the past three seasons, Mike Tomlin and his Pittsburgh Steelers came to Baltimore in the final week, beat the Ravens and sneaked into the playoffs.
Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein reflected on his first year leading the franchise in a recent CBS interview. Rubenstein discussed the team's strong start, a playoff disappointment, and his plans for the future.
Lamar Jackson's struggles against Pittsburgh have been well documented.
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
Democrats elect a new party chair on Feb. 1, following the loss of the presidency and the Senate and the narrow failure to win the House in 2024.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Baltimore County Police brought joy to youth with their 23rd annual Shop With a Cop event, uniting the community this holiday season.
More than 80 trauma professionals and first responders received a huge honor from the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center Saturday night.
One of the Baltimore Ravens' biggest fans is gaining recognition for her handmade outfits filled with purple passion. So much so, that what she wears is going viral!
Anne Arundel County's Luke Borchelt is making waves with his new song, Every Rain, which has over 800,000 streams on Spotify.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
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.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A TreeHouse Foods recall of over 600 types of waffles has been expanded to include pancakes and Belgian waffles.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
The lead singer-songwriter for the superstar band Fleetwood Mac who became a superstar solo artist talks about her latest song, "The Lighthouse," that was inspired by her own experience with abortion, and a strong desire to "do something."
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for most of Maryland on Tuesday morning, including Northern and Southern Baltimore, and Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick Counties, according to the National Weather Service.
Off to a frigid start Monday with most temperatures in the mid to upper teens. Chance for a wintry mix Tuesday morning with periods of rain, snow and, sleet.
Freezing Monday morning in Maryland
Extreme cold temps continue into Monday in Maryland
WJZ First Alert Weather Days Monday for cold temperatures and Tuesday for wintry weather that could impact travel
Alexus Davila is live learning how it all started with Nancy Faidley Devine's father, who in the 60's made himself a fish patty on a hot plate that ultimately led to the Faidley crab cake which Nancy perfected.
We are live in Hampden at the beloved restaurant talking about how they are putting on festive events all December and fun for all!
Chanda sits down with Anita Cathcart who has led community meetings, organized clean-up events, National Night Out activities, and special events for children. Her mission is all around improvement of the Allendale neighborhood.
Off to a frigid start Monday with most temperatures in the mid to upper teens. Chance for a wintry mix Tuesday morning with periods of rain, snow and, sleet.
More than two million Marylanders are expected to travel this holiday season with the majority taking to the roads, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic.