Charges Dropped Against Md. Man Who Put Leash On Ailing Wife
Authorities have dropped a simple assault charge against a Maryland man who used a dog leash to lead his wife around a Pennsylvania fair because she has late-stage dementia.
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Authorities have dropped a simple assault charge against a Maryland man who used a dog leash to lead his wife around a Pennsylvania fair because she has late-stage dementia.
Gov. Larry Hogan says Maryland has "alarming concerns" about neighboring Pennsylvania's efforts to meet clean water goals and how falling short will affect the Chesapeake Bay.
The video was caught on a Ring camera in Albrightsville, PA and shared on the free Neighbors app, and the company just had to share.
62 Maryland lawmakers have signed on to an open letter opposing an effort by Columbia Gas Transmission to build a fracked-gas pipeline under public lands in the western part of the state.
A nonprofit that tracks pollution in the Chesapeake Bay is once again lambasting Pennsylvania for not doing enough to protect the nation's largest estuary.
The vehicle was searched, and police found marijuana, THC oil, three baggies of methamphetamine, a crack pipe, a methamphetamine pipe and various prescription pills.
Maryland State Police are investigating an overnight crash on I-83 just north of Mt. Carmel Road In Baltimore County.
Police say a man suspected of drug offenses tried to hide his identity, but the man's actual last name was tattooed on his neck.
A strong storm pounded parts of Pennsylvania, damaging businesses in a shopping plaza, overturning cars and downing trees and power lines.
Police say one man defecated on another man during a road rage episode in Pennsylvania.
A Pennsylvania school district is under fire for a policy that allegedly requires students to smile while walking in school hallways.
A middle school teacher in Pennsylvania is reportedly heading back to work just days after he was suspended for serving his students pancakes during a state exam.
If you bought a Powerball ticket in Pennsylvania for Saturday's drawing, you may be holding a piece of paper worth $457 million.
Pennsylvania's high court issued a new congressional district map for the state's 2018 elections on Monday, potentially giving Democrats a boost in their quest to capture control of the U.S. House unless Republicans can stop it in federal court.
Police have arrested a man who they say left a gun at home where a 10-year-old boy found it and shot his 6-year-old sister, thinking the weapon was a toy.
A Pennsylvania gas station is testing whether blue lights in bathrooms can discourage drug use by making it difficult for people to see their veins.
Officials say an 8-year-old Pennsylvania girl riding in an all-terrain vehicle driven by an 11-year-old died when the vehicle crashed and flipped on its side.
The man accused of fatally shooting a rookie police officer in western Pennsylvania was taken into custody Tuesday, the state police said.
The manhunt for a suspect and a person of interest in the fatal shooting of a rookie police officer in Pennsylvania is into its fourth day.
Several hundred students at a Pennsylvania high school walked out to protest the second race-related incident at the school in just over a week: a Facebook photo showing current and former students posing with pumpkins carved with racist symbols.
Republican congressman Tim Murphy of Pennsylvania announced Wednesday that he would not run for a ninth term, amid tawdry revelations of an extramarital affair in which the anti-abortion lawmaker urged his mistress to get an abortion when he thought she was pregnant.
A Pennsylvania couple is accused of having subjected a 12-year-old girl to waterboarding last spring as a form of punishment.
Police say a drunken Pennsylvania man had an 8-year-old girl drive him around until someone saw the car moving recklessly and called 911.
A Pennsylvania police department is asking local pranksters to stop tying red balloons to storm drain grates, which represents a scene from the movie "IT,' which is scheduled to be in theaters this weekend.
A man charged with fatally shooting a recent high school graduate in the head during a road rage confrontation waived his preliminary court hearing Thursday, meaning the case can go to trial.
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.