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It's a triumphant return for Watkins, who earned his master's degree in education and a graduate certification in urban education at the university in 2011.
The Vaccine Information Resource Assistant, or "VIRA," chatbot allows anyone to access trustworthy, accurate and up-to-date information on the COVID-19 vaccine.
Anosmia--loss of smell--is a frequent and sometimes long-term symptom associated with COVID-19 infections.
Baltimore police responded to nine shootings across the city from Friday to Sunday and more than 40 robberies.
A witness to a violent carjacking that injured a trauma doctor on Friday is speaking out.
Governor Larry Hogan, who is a cancer survivor, said the program will save lives.
The U.S. has been undercounting the number of Americans living in poverty by millions, according to a Johns Hopkins economist.
USC extended men's basketball coach Andy Enfield through the 2027-28 season, ending the possibility of the Pennsylvania native and former Hopkins shooting guard taking the job with the Maryland Terrapins.
The University of Maryland Medical System and Johns Hopkins Medicine are donating more than $4 million in medical supplies to Ukraine to support its citizens as Russia invades and destroys their country.
About 2% of people who are seen in the emergency room for a heart attack may have 'broken heart syndrome,' according to estimates.
Glassdoor, a website where employees can anonymously review the companies they work for, made the list using the millions of reviews on the site.
Johns Hopkins University has launched a free virtual course to teach people how to talk to parents about the COVID-19 vaccine for children.
The Maryland Science Center's newest 12,000-square-foot exhibit provides 35 hands-on activities and sensory experiences presenting educational information about how the human body reacts and adapts.
Johns Hopkins University astrophysicist Dr. Charles Bennett was awarded one of the oldest scientific prizes in the nation for his role in leading a NASA mission to measure the origin and development of the universe.
Johns Hopkins has received a National Institutes of Health grant to study parents' perceptions of COVID-19 safety measures in the classroom.
It's the latest stringent approach to fighting the COVID-19 pandemic and reaching the vaccine-hesitant population.
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health on Monday launched a new dashboard tracking how people around the world feel about COVID-19 vaccines, masking and other pandemic protocols.
Johns Hopkins University has brought back indoor masking mandates, effective Thursday, due to the rise in cases from the delta variant of COVID-19, the school announced on Wednesday.
Johns Hopkins is moving forward with plans to create its own police force.
The U.S. News & World Report released its rankings of Best Hospitals this week and in Maryland, Johns Hopkins Hospital ranks no. 1 in the state followed by University of Maryland Medical Center, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center.
The long-standing claims that Johns Hopkins was a staunch abolitionist were shattered last December when JHU announced that it had strong evidence that its founder owned slaves. However, a group of researchers shared new evidence that proves he did not.
The start of the Maryland Terrapins women's lacrosse season will be delayed following positive COVID-19 tests within the Johns Hopkins team's program, officials said Monday.
Dr. John Bartlett, a widely respected infectious disease specialist who played a role in the growth of Baltimore's nationally renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital, has died. He was 83.
The U.S. saw its highest number of COVID-19 deaths in a single day since the start of the pandemic.
CT scans are vital to doctors on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, but disinfecting the machines in between use is time-consuming.
Baltimore City hit the $750,000 mark in distributing dozens of grants to first-time home buyers.
The owners of a Baltimore County spa are putting together their first Let's Share Conference, designed to uplift the voices of Black women in business, beauty, fashion and mental health.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott sharply criticized the Trump administration Wednesday for cutting federal public safety grants that he says support local crime reduction efforts and victim services.
A Baltimore man has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking charges involving large amounts of fentanyl and cocaine, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Thursday.
Annapolis Police are searching for a suspect accused of fatally shooting a 38-year-old man Wednesday night.
The Trump administration said Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was living in Maryland but entered the country illegally in 2011, was deported to an El Salvador prison due to an administrative error.
A resident in a Baltimore County community said bullets hit her house while a police officer shot and killed a man carrying a bow and arrow on Wednesday.
Spotty rain is possible through dinner plans, followed by wetter weather early Saturday.
Baltimore City hit the $750,000 mark in distributing dozens of grants to first-time home buyers.
A CBS News investigation showed that more than 50 non-profit hospitals in Maryland are getting $700 million annually in tax breaks in exchange for providing free or discounted care to low-income patients.
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.
The Wetzel's Pretzels truck visited WJZ to share some delicious eats ahead of National Pretzel Day.
Alexus Davila checks out the Annapolis Sailboat Show.
The Second annual Taste of Harford event will take place Sunday, May 18 in Havre de Grace
Nicole Green joined WJZ at 9 to talk about what to expect at this year's AFRAM festival at Druid Hill Park.
Top Golf is getting ready for its third annual "Take a Swing for Recovery" fundraiser to support veterans.
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was arrested early Friday morning for suspicion of driving while impaired.
The Baltimore Ravens selected safety Malaki Starks from the University of Georgia with the 27th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Cade Povich limited Washington to a run in 6 2/3 innings, Ryan O'Hearn and Cedric Mullins had RBI singles in the fifth and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Nationals 2-1 on Thursday night to end a three-game losing streak.
The Baltimore Ravens drafted safety Malaki Starks from the University of Georgia with the 27th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday.
The Orioles were 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position and left 12 runners on base.
A federal judge has halted her order demanding the government explain what it's done to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S.
Gang experts and researchers said that while tattoos could carry gang-related meaning, they aren't enough to prove gang membership.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
Beginning May 7, Americans and permanent residents will only be able to pass through airport security or enter federal government buildings if they have a Real ID.
'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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
Washday Floral in Harford County, Maryland isn't just a business for Tiffany RuecWashday Floral, in Harford County, Maryland, isn't just a business for Tiffany Rueckert. It's a passion.kert, it's a passion.
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.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
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 unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Clouds are increasing over Maryland on Friday afternoon. Despite more clouds, rain remains spotty through the Friday evening commute home across greater Baltimore.
Spotty rain is possible through dinner plans, followed by wetter weather early Saturday.
The weather rollercoaster continues across central Maryland as we move into the weekend and beyond, with a mix of sunshine, showers, and a notable warmup on the horizon.
Rain possible to end the workweek in Maryland
Rain chances return Friday night through a portion of Saturday.
Maryland leaders and electric vehicle owners are pushing for more public charging stations.
The organization Building Steps helps prepare Baltimore City students for college and careers.
Trader Joe's announced it's opening 21 new stores, including one in Rockville, Maryland and two in Washington, D.C.
The auto industry is feeling the impacts of the tariffs put in place by the Trump administration.
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos was sentenced to more than seven years in prison on federal wire fraud and identity theft charges Friday in New York.