Florence Is Gone. Here Come The Scams.
It's a sad reality: After natural disasters, there will always be those who want to prey on the displaced, the down-and-out and the desperate.
Watch CBS News
It's a sad reality: After natural disasters, there will always be those who want to prey on the displaced, the down-and-out and the desperate.
Since the devastating storm, the all-volunteer Lucky Dog Animal Rescue has saved more than 120 dogs and cats.
As Hurricane Florence approached the East Coast last week, one man began planning an elaborate evacuation. Tony Alsup decided to drive a big yellow school bus from his home in Greenville, Tennessee, toward South Carolina and into the path of the impending storm — but there was a reason behind his odd route.
Water appears to have receded in some areas of the Carolinas, but more flooding from Hurricane Florence could arrive through the weekend, officials say.
That blue jellyfish-like creature seen on an Ocean City beach, is actually a siphonopores-- or as some argued in a Facebook post earlier this week the species of a Portuguese man o' war.
President Trump travels to flood-ravaged North Carolina on Wednesday to assess the federal response to Hurricane Florence, which drenched the state last week.
Extreme weather events are often pointed to as harbingers of what is to come, thanks to manmade climate change. Unfortunately, Hurricane Florence, like Hurricane Harvey last year, is an example of what climate change is doing to storms right now.
Volunteers from Maryland and Delmarva chapters of The Greater Chesapeake Region of American Red Cross are leaving for North Carolina daily to bring assistance to those devastated by Hurricane Florence.
Two people were rescued from a car stuck in high water in Elkridge, Maryland.
In its final act before moving offshore, post-tropical cyclone Florence is expected to bring heavy rain to parts of New England and the mid-Atlantic on Tuesday.
Hurricane Florence has been downgraded to a Tropical Depression, but now it's hitting Maryland with a lot of rain. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect through the afternoon.
When disaster strikes, the Red Cross and the National Guard are always there to help. And these days, so is José Andrés.
Even as Florence leaves the Carolinas, the floodwaters and death toll keep rising.
Authorities recover body of 1-year-old boy swept away by floodwaters in North Carolina; child slipped from mom's grip.
As the death toll rises from Florence, Marylanders are helping in the Carolinas.
As water rescues continue for people trapped in flooded neighborhoods in the Carolinas after Florence's fury, several animals that were rescued ahead of the storm need homes.
A majority of cell phone users will receive an alert on Thursday, September 20, with the header "Presidential Alert" and the message, "THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed."
The death and destruction wrought by Tropical Storm Florence has been punctuated with stories of bravery, generosity and resilience.
As Hurricane Florence continued to pour down on the Carolinas on Friday, a journalist for ABC local station WTVD who was in the field reporting on the storm found herself rescuing a dog.
As Tropical Storm Florence swirled over the Carolinas on Friday, a Weather Channel reporter's attempt to capture the wind's fury has since gone viral.
"Many people who think that the storm has missed them have yet to see its threat," North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said. "This system is unloading epic amounts of rainfall -- in some places measured in feet, not inches."
Florence's catastrophic encore could bring some of its worst destruction yet on Sunday.
Naval Academy midshipmen are helping improve the accuracy of hurricane forecasts by flying into the eye of the storm.
Photos of damage and devastation from Hurricane Florence in the Carolinas.
Two people have died in Wilmington, North Carolina, after a tree fell on their house, the first reported storm-related deaths due to Hurricane Florence.
Scattered rain and wet snow showers impact us today. Alert Days issued this weekend into Monday for dangerous cold.
A man who was arrested in South Florida for a double murder in Frederick County, Maryland has been extradited to the state and ordered to be held without bond, court officials said.
Over $7 million in federal funding will be used to strengthen security at 50 churches, synagogues, mosques and other religious community centers in Maryland, lawmakers announced.
The holiday season is the prime time for "porch pirates" to prowl, waiting to steal packages delivered to doorsteps.
Luigi Mangione, heir to a prominent Baltimore family, faced judges in both New York and Pennsylvania Thursday where his lawyers said they will fight charges that he killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
A second deal on a federal spending package that would include the full cost of the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild and avert a government shutdown has once again stalled in Congress Thursday.
Scattered rain and wet snow showers impact us today. Alert Days issued this weekend into Monday for dangerous cold.
A man who was arrested in South Florida for a double murder in Frederick County, Maryland has been extradited to the state and ordered to be held without bond, court officials said.
A Baltimore County man with ties to one of the area's most famous cookies is facing serious child pornography charges.
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.
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.
Derek Cooper joins us from the museum to share what children and parents can expect at this year's Noontime New Year celebration event.
Dr. Asha Patton-Smith talks with us about managing winter break screen times and how parents can create a healthy balance.
Owner and founder Pinky Cole-Hayes joins us to talk about her big Baltimore Homecoming with the long-awaited grand opening celebration of Slutty Vegan at the Baltimore Peninsula.
Owner Eunie Cho shares her story on how she got started and what makes permanent jewelry the hottest keepsake.
Huber joins us from the studio of 100.7 The Bay to share a story about a unique gift he received one year and how it has become a yearly tradition.
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.
Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters at the Capitol he's "expecting votes this morning, so stay tuned — we've got a plan."
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.
Scattered rain and wet snow showers impact us today. Alert Days issued this weekend into Monday for dangerous cold.
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
Cold blast expected to hit Maryland this weekend
A significant drop in temperatures is expected as we head into the weekend. The much-advertised Arctic blast is still on track to arrive Saturday. The WJZ First Alert Weather Team has issued ALERT DAYS for Saturday, Sunday and Monday in anticipation of the bitter cold temperatures.
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.
Officials are gearing up for what they say will be one of the busiest holiday travel days as many Marylanders head out of state to spend time with family.
Frigid temperatures return this weekend to Maryland
Federal spending bill which includes Key Bridge rebuild cost stalls in Congress
Baltimore Police warn of "porch pirates" this holiday season