Flooding Causes Amtrak Trains To Stop Between D.C. And New Carrollton
Flash flooding in Maryland is causing service disruptions for Amtrak trains between Washington, D.C. and New Carrollton in Prince George's County.
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Flash flooding in Maryland is causing service disruptions for Amtrak trains between Washington, D.C. and New Carrollton in Prince George's County.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch from 6 p.m. Sunday until 6 a.m. Monday.
A Maryland business owner is closing her craft shop that flooded twice in two years after raging floodwaters engulfed a historic mill town's main street.
Howard County brought in the non-profit Ecoworks to survey the waterway along 55 selected checkpoints as part of a new strategy called "Safe and Sound."
Howard County leaders announced Monday they will tear down four buildings on the historic stretch and build a drainage tunnel- that will come at a steep cost.
A flash flood watch has been issued for most of Maryland from 8p.m. tonight until 10a.m. Saturday morning.
Officials are claiming that Washington's iconic cherry blossom trees are under a looming threat that requires emergency action.
The Howard County Fire and EMS Special Operations Unit performed a unique rescue last night due to heavy downpours in the area.
The remnants of Florence were still being felt Tuesday afternoon, with bouts of heavy rain Maryland can't seem to shake.
For the second day in a row, Annapolis officials closed several streets due to flooding.
From the shore to the capital, rain and wind hammered much of the state over the last 48 hours. With Hurricane Florence approaching the East Coast, more storms could be on the way. Florence aims to deal a potentially dangerous blow to states south of Maryland.
Heavy rains will cause flooding, according to the National Weather Service. One to two inches of rain have already fallen, and additional rainfall of at least one to two inches are possible ahead.
Cascade Lake is reportedly at its maximum capacity after heavy rainfall this past week. Officials say damage to the dam from Friday's storm may cause an uncontrolled breach.
Baltimore is experiencing its wettest July in history with nearly five times the normal amount of rain, but that's just one of a number of precipitation records the city has set.
Officials say heavy rains over the last week sent 10 million gallons of stormwater mixed with sewer water into Baltimore's streams and harbor.
Despite the sun's return and days of heavy rain ending, flooding concerns remain for parts of Maryland.
The amount of rain Maryland has seen this week means a lot of swollen rivers due to runoff.
Rescuers have had to pull more than a dozen people out of the water in Anne Arundel County where there have been washed out roads and overflowing rivers.
Days of rain caused flooding in Maryland, forced several roads to close and led to dozens of water rescues across the region.
An American Red Cross chapter says it has opened a shelter for storm victims in Baltimore.
High flood waters have caused Baltimore City officials to evacuate the Mt. Washington neighborhood of Baltimore.
It's been more than a month since Ellicott City was pummeled with rainfall, it what turned out to be a deadly flash flooding event.
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is asking for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the state of Maryland as a result of the flooding on May 27 that turned deadly in Ellicott City and affected Baltimore city and Baltimore county.
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the state because of the damage from flooding in May.
HABC serves 2000 more low-income households in 2024, with 75% increase in housing vouchers.
The last peak holiday travel period is in full swing at airports across the country, as people head to their end-of-year holiday destinations.
Maryland added an estimated 7,100 jobs in November, according to a report released by the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Water quality tests found elevated levels of legionella bacteria have been detected at three Baltimore City courthouses, according to the Baltimore City Mayor's Office.
At Martin's Tree Farm in Hampstead, thousands of trees stand between 9 to 10 feet tall on over 60 acres of land.
The vote capped a chaotic week in Washington that saw Trump torpedo a bipartisan deal.
A Baltimore County man with ties to one of the area's most famous cookies is facing serious child pornography charges.
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.
HABC serves 2000 more low-income households in 2024, with 75% increase in housing vouchers.
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 vote capped a chaotic week in Washington that saw Trump torpedo a bipartisan deal.
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.
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.
The coldest air of the season will arrive this weekend with WJZ First Alert Weather Days from Sat. - Mon.
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.
Frigid temperatures return this weekend to Maryland
BWI flyers see fairly low wait times despite busy year-end travel period
Chief meteorologist Derek Beasley has your Friday evening forecast | 12/20/2024
More than 2.3 million Americans are expected to travel for the end-of-year holiday period and Big Lots announced it's going out of business.
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.
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.