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The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
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The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane over the Big Bend region of Florida, before continuing along its path toward Georgia and the Carolinas.
The National Hurricane Center said Idalia was weakening but water levels could reach as high as 16 feet in some areas.
Two people died after being electrocuted by a downed power line at an intersection, a sheriff's office said.
The powerful storm hit western Cuba early Tuesday, and is expected to strengthen even more before dealing a blow to Florida's west coast.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center on Tuesday forecast 14 to 21 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes and three to six major hurricanes -- of Category 3 strength or greater.
A new report is sounding an alarm on challenges with the nation's ecosystem.
Marylanders may not need those heavy winter coats as much this winter.
Much of the United States, including Maryland, will see warmer and wetter conditions this winter, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Harvey, Irma, Maria and Nate will no longer be used to name hurricanes.
It can be the most powerful weather on the planet, and as spring heads toward summer, the threat of hurricanes increases.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has awarded $800,000 to Maryland to help restore the Chesapeake Bay's oyster population.
In an effort to eradicate illegal fishing and seafood fraud, the Obama Administration is launching a fish tracking system that would eventually tell consumers where their fish was caught, processed and stored.
It may not feel like it today, but the earth has set a new high for heat. Alex DeMetrick reports on what scientists are calling the hottest year on record.
Forecasters say the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially ends Saturday, has delivered the fewest hurricanes since 1982.
A new state rule requires all Maryland high school graduates to be environmentally literate---but first, teachers have to get up to speed.
A storm that blew through earlier this month might have spurred a rare phenomenon for the East Coast: a tsunami.
Dead zones in the bay don't usually bring good news. But they do when they're smaller than normal.
Get ready for another busy hurricane season, maybe unusually wild, federal forecasters say.
The National Archives is partnering with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to recruit citizen scientists to help transcribe weather data from historic ship logs.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is set to open the new Center for Weather and Climate Prediction.
U.S. forecasters are raising their estimate of potential storms in the remainder of the Atlantic hurricane season, which enters its peak period this month.
A million dollars might just buy some answers in the Chesapeake.
Maryland Natural Resources Police say boaters should prepare now for stormy weather related to Hurricane Irene.
NOAA is working to determine which of the more than 30,000 coastal shipwrecks they've identified contain fuels that could cause ecological damage, if they spring a leak.
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New changes to Maryland juvenile justice laws took effect on Friday.
A jury found a retired Baltimore police officer guilty of sexually abusing a girl at his then-wife's daycare in Owings Mills, and deputies took him into custody Friday night.
With election day almost here, all eyes are on local and national races, including the seat for Baltimore City Council president.
Three people were hospitalized after gunshots rang out outside a Baltimore County hotel early Friday morning.
A Baltimore County jury began deliberating the guilt of innocence of retired Baltimore City police officer James Weems Junior Friday afternoon.
Hundreds of thousands of Marylanders have already made their voices heard days with early voting ending Thursday night.
Her daughter, 19-year-old Cameron Holt, was shot multiple times near Baltimore's Federal Hill.
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The election worker reported being followed, creating an "unsettling situation," while checking a ballot drop box.
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.
Alexus Davilla and Kaicey Baylor are in the Saw-themed escape room. Will they escape before the time runs out?
Rachel Rusk, joins us with an easy at home decorating trick to make any cake ghoulish and ghostly.
Everyone from staff and volunteers have reported erie encounters of ghosts and other paranormal entities over the course of many years. Kris Hoellen joins us with a few of them.
Yesenia Mosley shares some of the traditions of the Mexican holiday and tells us about their big parade and celebration happening Saturday November 2.
The 11th annual Oyfest is taking place Saturday November 2nd at Union Craft Brewery. Tickets are on sale now.
The Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos have come a long way since starting the season 0-2.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was again absent from practice Thursday.
Former Baltimore Ravens owner Art Modell is one of nine semifinalists for possible enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 as a contributor.
Johnson, who was traded to the Baltimore Ravens from the Carolina Panthers, joined his new team at practice in Owings Mills on Wednesday.
Lamar Jackson missed practice for the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday.
Hundreds of thousands of Marylanders made their voices heard on the final day of early voting Thursday.
Healthcare, public safety and education are some of the top priorities Harford County voters are considering when making their voices heard in the 2024 election.
Maryland ballot Question 1 will ask voters to decide if the right to reproductive freedom should be protected in the state Constitution.
At Chick & Ruth's Deli in downtown Annapolis, lunch is sometimes served with a side of politics.
Baltimore City voters will be casting their ballots to decide the future of the Inner Harbor.
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.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
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.
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.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
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.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Turning cooler this weekend!
Rain possible early Friday followed by nice Maryland weekend
Weekend starts crisp and cool in Maryland
Warm with morning rain chances Friday in Maryland
Halloween will feature outstanding weather for the trick-or-treaters. Trick-or-treating weather continues to look warm and dry.
New laws set bar higher for juveniles accused of serious crimes
James Weems found guilty of sexually abusing child at ex-wife's Owings Mills daycare
Retired police officer found guilty of molesting children at Baltimore County daycare
Zeke Cohen and Emmanuel Digman go head-to-head for Baltimore City Council President
Three hospitalized in Woodlawn after Red Roof Inn shooting