Female suspect fatally shot after shooting at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church
"Of course, we're devastated. We don't understand why these things happen," Joel Osteen said.
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"Of course, we're devastated. We don't understand why these things happen," Joel Osteen said.
In the 1700s, the Jesuits founded a church and a plantation in Bowie, Maryland, where they kept enslaved people.
Maryland churches are at the center of various investigations into arson and vandalism—a trend that has continued over the weekend and into Monday.
The Empowerment Temple, one of the largest churches in the Baltimore area, reopened its doors for the general public today.
Local health departments are trying out new methods to reach people who are getting vaccinated at lower rates.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore said it will not making any changes to its covid-related restrictions for gatherings for mass, despite the state lifting capacity restrictions Friday evening.
Christmas is typically one of the busiest times of the year for churches, but this holiday season looks quite a bit different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Officials are searching for a person of interest in a fire and burglary at an Anne Arundel County church over the weekend.
As Maryland looks ahead to reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Archdiocese of Baltimore and the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland have released plans to phase back in worship safely.
Some of the most significant holy days in the Christian and Jewish faiths begin in the coming days, but Baltimore Mayor Bernard C. "Jack" Young is urging religious institutions to keep their doors closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Religious leaders across Maryland are adapting to new ways to reach the masses under orders from Governor Hogan limiting public gatherings.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is asking all Marylanders, regardless of faith, to take a moment to pray Sunday around noon for all those healthcare and essential employers working on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic as well as the sick and those that have passed away.
Episcopal churches in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Virginia will keep their doors shut for the time being and will instead continue to hold services online due to the coronavirus.
Father Scott Holmer in Bowie, Maryland took a new approach when public mass was suspended by the Archdiocese of Washington DC to help stop the spread of coronavirus.
Archbishop William Lori said the decision wasn't made lightly but it was necessary, and as church bells rang at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, parking lots and pews sat empty.
Inside the old St. Michael's Church is the city's newest brewery, which is set to open in a few weeks.
It's Christmas Eve and thousands of Baltimore residents are attending church services across the city.
Here's a list of church services for friends and family to partake in on Christmas Eve.
St. John's United Methodist celebrated the big milestone Sunday with a special celebration service, with pastors and parishioners from the past as well as elected leaders.
Authorities have charged a Maryland pastor, his minister son and another church leader with sexually abusing four teen girls in a program for at-risk youth.
A 93-year-old woman in Florida was dragged 20 feet as she tried to stop two carjackers in a church parking lot.
A judge is granting a request for new lawyers from a man who fatally shot nine black parishioners during a church Bible study in South Carolina.
Prosecutors say a former church pastor in Maryland has pleaded guilty in connection with a scheme to steal more than $76,000 in church funds.
Officials say a fire has heavily damaged a church rectory in Cambridge.
Another big change for the Catholic Church. Weeks before Pope Francis embarks on his historic American tour, he's addressing the way annulments are handled by the church.
A doorbell video captured a Baltimore County community rescuing a family, including two children, from a burning home on Tuesday morning.
Baltimore recorded its first two homicides of 2026, days after touting a record low in 2025.
A man was arrested for allegedly setting seven separate fires in Baltimore's Little Italy neighborhood, according to police.
Temperatures will feel more like spring over the next few days
The CDC's update slashed the number of required vaccines for children and created categories for vaccines.
In 18 seasons, Harbaugh coached the Ravens to a 13-11 postseason record and one Super Bowl championship.
Harford County officials are calling for an investigation into School Superintendent Dr. Sean Bulson after allegations that school-owned property was stolen from him during the National School Board Association conference in April 2024.
On Jan. 1, 2026, Baltimore Gas and Electric's (BGE) gas rates increased by 4.2 cents, and its electric distribution increased by 0.1 cents, impacting energy bills for homeowners and business owners in Maryland.
Baltimore recorded its first two homicides of 2026, days after touting a record low in 2025.
A man was arrested for allegedly setting seven separate fires in Baltimore's Little Italy neighborhood, according to police.
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.
Here’s how the Baltimore County Department of Public Works reduces the environmental impacts of road salt.
The Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore is holding a game night series.
Every Tuesday in January and February Guinness is hosting "Games on Tap" where you can hang out, play games, and enjoy specials with friends.
WJZ is at Warehouse Cinemas located in the Rotunda, trying out new menu items and checking with staff as they prepare for new movie releases in 2026.
JD’s House of Bacon, innovator of the “Bacon on a stick, now sells bacon jerky and a line of bacon hot sauces.
In 18 seasons, Harbaugh coached the Ravens to a 13-11 postseason record and one Super Bowl championship.
A few months ago, the question was whether the Baltimore Ravens could finally perform in the playoffs like they had in the regular season. Instead, the heartache simply came earlier.
A priest went viral for blessing the field ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers' game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.
John Harbaugh's 18th season in Baltimore ended with the Ravens missing the playoffs for just the second time in eight years.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have won the AFC North title for the first time since the 2020 season.
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.
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
Kilmar Abrego Garcia — who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March — will remain free on supervised release until at least the end of the year.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
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
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.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
Spring-like temperatures coming to Maryland this week
A colder, stormier weather pattern may develop as we approach the middle of the month.
Warmer temperatures this week in Maryland
Mild and overcast Tuesday in Maryland
Temperatures get warmer this week in Maryland
Spring-like temperatures coming to Maryland this week
Some Wegmans grocery stores using facial recognition technology
Baltimore citizen detained arson suspect in Little Italy, police say
Video shows man catching children from burning Baltimore County home
Baltimore announces first 2 homicides of 2026 after record-low 2025