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Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
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Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
O.J. Simpson was famously acquitted in the 1994 slayings of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman.
Carl Weathers was a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star.
The Maryland General Assembly is gathering for its annual 90-day legislative session.
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
The singer's death was announced in a statement posted on his website and social media channels.
Jeana Burrus' whereabouts had not been questioned in the 16 years since the remains were found, a Florida sheriff's office said.
Tony Bennett's joyful and stirring renditions of classic songs made him one of the most popular interpreters of jazz, pop and Broadway standards.
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
The Baltimore-born actor's death was confirmed to CBS News by two of his representatives.
Safety regulator says it's "alarming" that company hasn't acted more urgently to recall potentially lethal product.
The German-born pontiff never wanted to lead the Catholic Church, and he may be best remembered for the way he departed the role.
Maryland reported 985 new COVID-19 cases and five new deaths, according to state health department data released Thursday morning.
Maryland reported 844 new COVID-19 cases and 15 new deaths, according to state health department data released Wednesday morning.
The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious death near Mount Airy.
COVID-19 has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 Spanish flu pandemic did — approximately 675,000.
The Maryland State Police expressed their condolences following the passing of one of their own, Trooper First Class Alec Elijah Cohen.
Baltimore police arrested the aunt and uncle of 15-year-old Hezekiah Pettiford, who died in January after being in cardiac arrest, and charged them with murder and manslaughter in their nephew's death.
More than a million children around the world have lost a parent to Covid-19, and a total of 1.5 million have lost either a parent, a grandparent who helped care for them or some other relative responsible for their care, a new study finds.
A woman was found dead under an underpass in south Baltimore.
Mayor Brandon Scott & Baltimore City Health Commissioner, Dr. Letita Dzirasa celebrated a record-low infant mortality rate for black babies in the Upton and Druid Heights neighborhoods.
A body was found in northwest Baltimore Tuesday morning.
The mother of Darius Gore is suing Baltimore City Police after her son was struck while police were chasing a suspect in an alleged stolen vehicle last spring. He died less than a month later.
Brunswick Police Chief Milton Frech Jr. died Tuesday morning, according to the Frederick County Sheriff's Office.
WJZ First Alert Weather Days from tonight through Monday as temperatures stay below freezing.
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
As the holiday season is in full swing, safety should be at the forefront of our celebrations.
The Arc Baltimore, whose mission is to support people with developmental disabilities, is helping families bring in some holiday joy this season.
Local retailers in Maryland push back against lifting the ban on beer and wine sales in grocery stores.
As the holiday season is in full swing, safety should be at the forefront of our celebrations.
The coldest air of the season will arrive this weekend with WJZ First Alert Weather Days from Sat. - Mon.
More than 2.3 million Marylanders are expected to travel 50 miles or more from their home over the end of the year holiday period, according to AAA.
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
The Arc Baltimore, whose mission is to support people with developmental disabilities, is helping families bring in some holiday joy this season.
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.
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.
Marty Bass is live at B&O Railroad Museum to get an inside look at the Christmas display.
WJZ is live from Cindy Lou's as Chef Matt Audette demonstrates how to make festive cocktails.
Santa chats with us about how busy he has been this season, and what toys are the most requested on Christmas lists across Maryland.
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.
Lamar Jackson's five touchdown passes were the big story, but he also ran for 65 yards on six carries.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a one-year contract with Japanese star Tomoyuki Sugano, a right-hander coming off an MVP season in Nippon Professional Baseball's Central League.
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.
Dawn Brown has your Saturday evening forecast | 12/21/2024
WJZ First Alert Weather Days from tonight through Monday as temperatures stay below freezing.
Chief meteorologist Derek Beasley has your Friday evening forecast | 12/20/2024
Rain showers and snow flurries that impacted the area throughout the late morning and afternoon on Friday will gradually end by this evening. Skies are expected to clear overnight, with low temperatures dipping into the upper 20s to near 30 degrees.
Passing rain and snow showers are expected Friday. Artic blast for the next three days will result in frigid cold temperatures. WJZ has issued an Alert Day through Monday and recommend limiting time outside.
Dawn Brown has your Saturday evening forecast | 12/21/2024
Here's your Saturday evening news round-up | 12/21/2024
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