Bethesda's Katie Ledecky Wins First Medal In Tokyo Games
Katie Ledecky of Bethesda won her first medal of the Tokyo games on Sunday.
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Katie Ledecky of Bethesda won her first medal of the Tokyo games on Sunday.
The U.S.'s first gold medal of the 2021 Tokyo summer games goes to a Harford County swimmer.
After a stunning loss in their opener, the USWNT look to rebound against New Zealand in their second group match. Here's what you should know.
Maryland native and two-time Paralympian Becca Meyers announced Tuesday she will be withdrawing from the Tokyo Paralympic Games after the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee "repeatedly denied" her "reasonable and essential accommodation" to bring her mother to the games.
CBSSports.com soccer writer and Attacking Third podcast host Sandra Herrera previews the USWNT heading into the Olympic soccer tournament.
The USWNT is looking to avenge its fifth place finish at the 2016 Rio Olympics when it takes the field in Tokyo in a few weeks.
Biles won four golds and a bronze in 2016 and she'll be looking to help the Americans take team gold for the third straight Olympics this summer.
A north Baltimore church posted a message of acceptance and approval for star sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson, who was suspended after she tested positive for marijuana.
Anne Arundel County native and Olympic gold medalist Matthew Centrowitz Jr. makes the men's track and field Olympic team. It's his third time on the Olympic team.
Maryland's Kayla DiCello will serve as an alternate on the U.S. Olympic women's gymnastics team.
Baltimore native Donnell Whittenburg can see the end. It's lurking out there somewhere. Probably this fall, whether he finds his way onto the U.S. Olympic men's gymnastics team or not.
Katie Ledecky is used to slaying her competition, winning not by hundredths but by full seconds. Usually lots of 'em.
On another memorable night for the American swimming star, Katie Ledecky won the 200-meter freestyle and the historic 1,500 free about 70 minutes apart at the U.S. Olympic trials Wednesday, locking up two more individual events for the Tokyo Games.
Katie Ledecky touched the wall far ahead of everyone else at the U.S. swimming trials.
It's June in an Olympic year, and Michael Phelps is feeling it. In his mind and in his body. Except the winningest Olympian of all time has been retired for five years.
With less than 100 days until the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, U.S. athletes are kicking training into high gear.
Katie Ledecky won the 1,500-meter freestyle at the Pro Swim Series meet with the world's fastest time this year.
Katie Ledecky won the 200-meter freestyle at the TYR Pro Swim Series meet with the world's fastest time this year.
The power of sport and human spirit. A new Netflix documentary "Rising Phoenix" explains the history of the paralympic games and follows the journeys of nine elite athletes including Maryland's Tatyana McFadden -- "the fastest woman in the world."
Baltimore native Michael Phelps is teaming up with other Olympic greats, calling on the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee to help athletes who are battling a mental illness.
"This is going to end, you know, so what are you going to do now to put yourself in the best position when this all finishes, are you just going to sit on the couch and do nothing or are you going to still try to be active and work toward that goal." He said.
This marks only the fourth time in the history of the modern Olympics that the Games are being postponed
The veteran International Olympic Committee member told USA Today it is likely this summer's Games will be postponed, possibly until 2021.
The World Anti-Doping Agency has unanimously agreed to ban Russia from major international sporting competitions for four years.
Dutch Olympian Madiea Ghafoor has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in jail after being found with more than 110 pounds of drugs in her car.
Anne Arundel County police say a woman was taking out her trash in Glen Burnie Thursday night when a man sexually assaulted her and tried to kidnap her.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
A Baltimore County mom turned to WJZ after saying Meta wrongfully disabled her daughter's Instagram, where she shared her dog-training and performance content.
Almost two weeks after the heaviest snow and sleet storm in a decade, Maryland is bracing for the coldest temperatures this winter.
Maryland leaders, including Gov. Wes Moore, were in attendance Friday as Howard County Executive Calvin Ball signed two emergency bills into law that ban private detention centers and limit the access that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has in the county.
Almost two weeks after the heaviest snow and sleet storm in a decade, Maryland is bracing for the coldest temperatures this winter.
Today, Saturday and Sunday are First Alert Weather Days due to the risk of slick travel and extreme cold.
BGE announced layoffs affecting dozens of union members, according to a statement from the IEBW Local 410 on Friday.
A Baltimore County mom turned to WJZ after saying Meta wrongfully disabled her daughter's Instagram, where she shared her dog-training and performance content.
More student walkouts are planned at schools across Maryland Friday.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Coach Tre shares a few beginner-friendly workout moves for those who are looking for a fresh start. He focuses on nutrition, physical, and mental heath in all his clients.
Marty Bass is with Chef Antoine Thomas learning how he uses his special Chef's Blend seasoning to create the ultimate game day spread.
WJZ visited the special Valentine's Day edition of the haunted attraction. Cupid's Revenge, presented by Bennett's Curse, is open February 6th and 7th.
The Chesapeake Bay Boat Show returns to Maryland for its 5th year.
Maryland's biggest flag distributor, CRW Flags, gets ready for Fourth of July.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
Buzz Williams' first season at Maryland is producing the wrong kind of history.
The Baltimore Orioles acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade on Thursday with the Arizona Diamondbacks, who received reliever Kade Strowd and minor leaguers Wellington Aracena and José Mejia.
Doyle takes over a unit that was phenomenal in 2024 before regressing this season as two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson dealt with injury problems.
Jesse Minter has the job, and with it the task of replacing John Harbaugh at the helm of a team that was considered a Super Bowl favorite just a few months ago.
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn — who emerged as a national figure after the Jan. 6 riot — announced a second bid for Congress on Wednesday.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies lapsed until the House takes it up.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'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.
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
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
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.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Cutter Martin has your Friday evening forecast | 2/6/2026
Parts of Maryland will see some light snowfall on Friday before frigid temperatures set in for the weekend.
Today, Saturday and Sunday are First Alert Weather Days due to the risk of slick travel and extreme cold.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Snow on Friday, followed by a weekend cold blast
Anne Arundel County police say a woman was taking out her trash in Glen Burnie Thursday night when a man sexually assaulted her and tried to kidnap her.
Students at several Maryland high schools participated in walkouts on Friday to make their voices heard and speak out against ICE operations locally and nationwide.
Almost two weeks after the heaviest snow and sleet storm in a decade, Maryland is bracing for the coldest temperatures this winter.
The Maryland No. 1 has symbolized dominance for decades. It's one of the most coveted jerseys in college lacrosse.
A Baltimore County mom turned to WJZ after saying Meta wrongfully disabled her daughter's Instagram, where she shared her dog-training and performance content.