• Bethlehem, Maryland Post Office Gets Busy During Christmas Season

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — O, little town of Bethlehem, Maryland.
    Since 1938, people have been traveling to the little hamlet, about eight miles outside Easton in Caroline County, to have their Christmas cards and letters postmarked “Bethlehem” and stamped with the image of three wise men and a star.
    “Pretty much means Christmas,” says Lonnie Friend, who lives in the town of less than 200 inhabitants. “The birth of Christ. The three wise men bringing their gifts.&rdquo
  • Rodricks: Looking for work, not more trouble - Baltimore Sun (blog)

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    I like what I heard Tuesday afternoon from Bryant Hairston — that he's determined not to return to his old ways. “I don't use drugs and I'm not gonna sell drugs,” he told me. “I'm here for my family now. I'm not going to jump back in that lane again ...
  • From Boys In Blue, To Orange Jumpsuits; Arrested Officers Prepare For Trial

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The final three Baltimore Police Department officers fighting federal charges for robbing suspects sat in court Tuesday afternoon.
    Attorneys argued evidence, testimony, and other motions ahead of their joint trial.
    The officers were at the defense table, while their families were also in federal court for the hearing. Afterwards, the father of the accused ringleader told WJZ’s Kimberly Eiten that he believes his son is a good cop.
    They were once boys in blue, but ar
  • Concerns Persist Over School System For Juvenile Offenders

    ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Various systematic issues within the Maryland’s Juvenile Services Education System have consistently interfered with students receiving instruction at the same quality as that available to pupils in traditional public schools, according to quarterly reports from an independent monitoring unit.
    The Juvenile Services Education System, more commonly referred to as JSES, was established in 2004 by the state Legislature in effort to provide a comprehensive education
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  • Ruling returns charter schools lawsuit against Baltimore to circuit court - Baltimore Sun

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    A ruling by the Maryland court of appeals has breathed new life into a lawsuit filed by a group of Baltimore charter school operators who have long alleged that the district's funding formula for charters violates state law. The schools had argued in a ...
  • Police Released Surveillance Video Of Baltimore Murder Suspect

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — The Baltimore Police Department has released surveillance video of a suspect wanted for the murder of a 32-year-old man.
    Police say Randolph Washington was shot and killed back on December 9, in the 3200 block of Spaulding Ave.
    Surveillance video shows the suspect walking down the street following the shooting, and police are asking for the public’s help to identify that person.
    Anyone with information about this murder, or about the suspect’s identi
  • House Forced To Revote On GOP Tax Bill Wednesday

    By Phil Mattingly and Deirdre Walsh, CNN
    (CNN) — The House of Representatives will have to revote Wednesday morning on Republicans’ plans to overhaul the US tax system, though the legislation is still expected to pass both chambers in Congress and be on President Donald Trump’s desk in the next 24 hours. A version of the bill passed along sharp partisan lines, 227-203, with 12 House GOP members opposing the legislation, and no Democrats voting for it, earlier Tuesday. But short
  • Scientists Tune Into Brain To Uncover Music’s Healing Power

    WASHINGTON (AP) — Like a friendly Pied Piper, the violinist keeps up a toe-tapping beat as dancers weave through busy hospital hallways and into the chemotherapy unit, patients looking up in surprised delight. Upstairs, a cellist strums an Irish folk tune for a patient in intensive care.
    Music increasingly is becoming a part of patient care — although it’s still pretty unusual to see roving performers captivating entire wards, like at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital one
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  • Maryland Man Pleads Guilty In Chicago Federal Hacking Case

    CHICAGO (AP) — A Maryland man has pleaded guilty in Chicago federal court to running a hacker-for-hire service that shut down websites and affected people around the world.
    24-old Zachary Buchta of Fallston, Maryland, pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit damage to protected computers. Buchta admitted in a plea agreement that he was a founding member of two hacker groups that charged a $20 fee to target anyone for online harassment.
    Buchta was arrested in October 2016
  • Sword-Swallower, Regular At Maryland Renaissance Festival, Dies

    NEW YORK (AP) — Johnny Fox, a sword-swallowing magician who presented his quirky art form to enthusiastic audiences around the world, has died.
    The 64-year-old had been battling cancer and died Sunday at a home in Maryland, according to close friend Barbara Calvert. He passed away peacefully, with a smile, while surrounded by loved ones who gave him a standing ovation, she said.
    Jules Smith, the president of the Maryland Renaissance Festival, said Fox — though ailing — complete
  • Top Fantasy Waiver Wire Pickups For NFL Week 16

    By Matt Citak
    Well guys, the time has finally come. After a long, tiring, yet entertaining season, we have finally arrived at Week 16, aka the Fantasy Football Championship week. All of the hard work you put in throughout the entire season comes down to one final showdown, where you’ll either walk away with a championship or be left thinking about what could have been. Unfortunately we saw some big names go down with injuries in Week 15, including Antonio Brown, Rex Burkhead, Marqise Lee,
  • Baltimore Students Study Climate Change By Photographing Polar Bears In Canada

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Taking science not only out of the classroom, but a couple thousand miles out, a research project recently sent local students from the Park School of Baltimore to the Canadian community of Churchill.
    Churchill is in northern Manitoba, and is the self-proclaimed polar bear capital of the world. It sits south of the Arctic Circle, at the edge of Hudson Bay.
    It’s where a joint Canadian-American research project is studying climate change’s impact on the area, en
  • 11 Dead, 20 Injured In Mexico Tour Bus Crash

    (CNN) — At least 11 people are dead and more than 20 were injured on Tuesday after a tour bus crash in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, officials said.
    The Turismo Costa Maya tour bus was carrying 31 people from the coastal village of Mahahual, according to Public Security of Quintana Roo. Among the passengers were 27 guests from a Royal Caribbean cruise, Royal Caribbean said.
    The bus was bound for the Mayan ruin archaeological site Chacchoben, which is about 110 miles south of the popul
  • 709-Carat Diamond Found By Pastor Sold To Benefit The Poor

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — An African pastor’s miracle discovery of a massive uncut diamond has just been sold at auction so the community leader can bring clean water and medical supplies to his village.
    The 709-carat “Peace Diamond” was discovered in the village of Koryardu in March. The diamond’s owner, Pastor Emmanuel Momoh, vowed to sell the gem in order bring the struggling village the relief it needed. “The Peace Diamond will greatly improve the lives of ou
  • House Passes GOP Tax Bill, Goes To Vote In Senate Later Tuesday

    By Phil Mattingly and Deirdre Walsh, CNN (CNN) — The House of Representatives approved the final version of the first overhaul of the US tax code in more than 30 years, handing President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans their most significant legislative victory of 2017.
    The bill passed along sharp partisan lines, 227 – 203, with 12 House GOP members opposing the legislation, and no Democrats voting for it.
    The Senate is expected to clear the bill later Tuesday, with Vice P
  • With $461M Plan, Hogan Pledges To Widen I-695, Lengthen I-95 Toll Lanes

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) —Governor Larry Hogan says a $461 million traffic relief plan will widen I-695 and lengthen the northbound I-95 Express Toll Lanes.
    “The important traffic relief initiatives we are announcing today will benefit the daily lives of millions of drivers throughout the Baltimore region,” Hogan says.“These exciting new projects are the latest addition to our administration’s ongoing and continued efforts to transform transportation infrastructure in and ar
  • Brandon Marshall: We Need To Address The Catch Rule This Offseason

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    The New England Patriots-Pittsburgh Steelers game this past weekend has ignited a firestorm of debate over the last two days since the final horn sounded on the Pats 27-24 win. The reason for the constant debate is one play that happened with :28 left in the game and could have given Pittsburgh a lead and potential win.
    Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger found tight end Jessie James inside the five-yard-line and James, turned, fell to a knee, and extended the ball over the goal line befor
  • Disney Adds Trump Robot To Hall Of Presidents

    By Daniella Diaz, CNN (CNN) — The Hall of Presidents at the Magic Kingdom Park at Disney World in Florida is set to reopen Tuesday — featuring a new robot President Donald Trump.
    Trump’s robot is introduced by a George Washington robot, and he has a speaking role. The President recorded his remarks for The Hall of Presidents, just as every sitting president has done for the attraction since the early 1990s, according to the Disney blog. A video posted online shows the Trump rob
  • Threat Against Aberdeen Middle Deemed ‘Non-Credible’

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Aberdeen Middle School was on a modified lock Tuesday down after a “general threat” was posted on social media, according to police.
    Aberdeen Police have since said the threat was determined to be “non-credible.”
    Investigators say an unknown person sent a message to several students through a new social media app called “Sarahah.” Police found out about the threat around 7:30 a.m.
    Harford County schools spokeswoman Lindsay B. Bilodeau s
  • Is Microwaving Plastic Food Containers Safe? Experts Say No

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Despite concerning medical findings, many people still microwave their food in plastic containers. A new warning from the Cleveland Clinic is now urging people to ditch the containers, even if they are labeled “microwave-safe.”
    Lindsey Malone, dietitian and manager of nutrition, at the Ohio hospital says the materials in plastic containers can contaminate other objects when heated. “With plastic, you can have high temperatures from th
  • 2017 NBA Holiday Wish List

    By Matt Citak
    The holiday season is upon us, which means people are putting together their lists of gifts they would like to receive. Similar to us, people all across the National Basketball Association also have some things they are hoping for. We took a look at the 2017-18 NBA season, and attempted to figure out what might be at the top of the wish list for some of the league’s teams, fans, and biggest personalities. Note: some of the items on this year’s wish list are meant to be
  • At Road Closure For Fatal DUI Collision, 2 More Arrested For DUI

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) —A fatal DUI collision in Rockville ended with three separate drivers being arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
    At around 11:14 p.m. Saturday, Rockville police and fire and rescue personnel responded to a collision involving a scooter and a BMW at the intersection of Rockville Pike and Congressional Lane.
    Police say the BMW driver fled on foot, but was later arrested. The scooter driver succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital.
    The scene was closed to
  • French company pitches to take control of Baltimore's water system, lobbyists join push - Baltimore Sun

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    In recent weeks, lobbyists have been pitching Baltimore officials on a plan for French company Suez Environment to take operating control the city's water system, several City Council members say. The council members say lobbyists from the company have ...
  • Baltimore man arrested in 'shooting spree,' police chase held without bail after clearing mental evaluation - Baltimore Sun

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    Police give update on Friday's pursuit and active shooter incident including body camera and Foxtrot footage of the incident. (Kenneth K. Lam, Baltimore Sun video). Kevin RectorContact ReporterThe Baltimore Sun. MauSean Carter, the 30-year-old ...and more »
  • Top Interviews Of 2017

    CBS Local – 2017 was a year filled with fascinating conversations in the CBS Local Studios in New York City. For the past six months, athletes, musicians, comedians and entertainers have shared their success stories and opened up about their lives for our CBS markets across the country. In honor of the end of the year, here is a list of the five best CBS Local Interviews from this year.
    1. Lake Bell-Director/Actress
    Bell’s interview topped the list this year because of the hilar
  • Facebook Photo At Magic Kingdom Helps Dad Get A New Kidney

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) —  A trip to Disney’s Magic Kingdom proved to be just what the doctor ordered for a father in desperate need of a new kidney this summer. After a woman’s photo of the New Jersey dad’s t-shirt went viral on Facebook, a donor has stepped forward to save the man’s life.
    Robert Leibowitz says he has been suffering from kidney disease since he was 12. The single father of five decided to take a trip with his children to the Orlando theme park in Augu
  • 2017 NFL Holiday Wish List

    By Matt Citak
    The Holiday season is upon us, which means people are putting together their lists of gifts they would like to receive. Similar to us, people all across the National Football League also have some things they are hoping for. We took a look back at the 2017 NFL season, and attempted to figure out what might be at the top of the wish list for some of football’s teams, fans, and biggest personalities. Note: some of the items on this year’s wish list are meant to be sarcast
  • Woman, 26, Has Baby Born From Record Breaking 24-Year-Old Frozen Embryo

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) —An East Tennessee couple has welcomed a baby girl who grew from the longest-frozen embryo to ever result in a birth.
    Benjamin and Tina Gibson’s daughter, Emma Wren, weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces when she came into the world on November 25.
    Prior to being transferred into Tina’s uterus at the National Embryo Donation Center in Knoxville earlier this year, the embryo Emma grew from had been cryopreserved for more than 24 years, according to a news release.And, accor
  • Gov. Larry Hogan proposes $461 million to ease congestion on Baltimore Beltway - Baltimore Sun

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    Gov. Larry Hogan announced Tuesday that the state will spend $461 million to ease congestion on the northern rim of the Baltimore Beltway. The plan would convert 19 miles of the interior shoulders in both directions on Interstate 695 into new travel ...
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  • Bartenders, Telemarketers Among Jobs With Highest Divorce Rate

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) —Money may not buy happiness, but according to one study it may help keep a marriage together. Researchers have revealed the jobs that have the highest chance of divorce in the U.S. and the news is not good for people working in casinos and bars.
    According to data from a five-year survey by the U.S. Census Bureau, gaming managers have the highest divorce rate as 52.9 percent eventually split up with their partner. Bartenders finished just behind the casino workers with a di
  • From unexpected generosity to the 'Rise Up' heard round the world, Baltimore loved an underdog in 2017 - Baltimore Sun

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    From unexpected generosity to the 'Rise Up' heard round the world, Baltimore loved an underdog in 2017
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    The Cardinal Shehan School Catholic choir performs "Rise Up" for a Facebook Live concert. (Lloyd Fox, Baltimore Sun video). Christina TkacikContact ReporterThe Baltimore Sun. Strangers offering to pay a Baltimore woman's water bills. City students ...
  • Official: Probe Looks At Whether Engineer Was Distracted

    DUPONT, Wash. (AP) — Investigators are looking into whether the Amtrak engineer whose speeding train plunged off an overpass, killing at least three people, was distracted by the presence of an employee-in-training in the locomotive, a federal official said Tuesday.
    The official, who was not authorized to discuss the matter publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity, said investigators want to know whether the engineer lost “situational awareness” because of the second person
  • Baltimore Tattoo Museum Employee Fatally Shot Outside Shop

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 43-year-old man was shot outside the Baltimore Tattoo Museum at 7:35 p.m. Monday, police say.
    When officers responded to the scene in the 1500 block of Eastern Avenue, they found James Forrester being treated by medics.
    According to Forrester’s Facebook page, he works at the museum as a body piercer.
    Forrester was taken to Johns Hopkins Hospital where he died a short time later.
    An autopsy reveals he was shot in the chest.
    Homicide detectives have assumed control
  • Baltimore Police investigating fatal shooting of local tattoo shop ... - Baltimore Sun

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    Police said 43-year-old James Forrester had been shot once in the chest. Forrester's Facebook page said he is a body piercer at the Baltimore Tattoo Museum and a bassist in local bands.
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  • Most Ridiculous Quotes Of 2017

    CBS Local – 2017 was a memorable year in the world of entertainment for many good and bad reasons.
    In honor of the end of the year, here are the five craziest and most ridiculous quotes from interviews across the CBS websites. From Bruno Mars to Shemar Moore, these are quotes that will be remembered for a long time.
    1. Bruno Mars On The Apollo Theatre
    “The laws of “Showtime At The Apollo” were if you got it, they are going to cheer you on and if you don’t, they
  • 2017 NHL Holiday Wish List

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    It’s the holiday season, which means people have put together their wish lists for gifts for the year and many of us are rushing to malls (or Amazon) to try and find those gifts. With that in mind, we wanted to look back on the year that was for the NHL in 2017 and try to figure out what item might be at the top of the wish lists for some of the sports teams and biggest personalities.
    Not all of these are realistic, it’s why it’s called a wish list folks. Don’t
  • Aberdeen Middle On Modified Lock Down After Threat

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Aberdeen Middle School is on a modified lock down after officials say a “general threat” was posted on social media.
    “The Aberdeen Police Department and the school system’s Director of Safety and Security were notified and are currently working together to investigate the post and maintain a secure environment at the school today,” says Lindsay B. Bilodeau, spokeswoman for Harford County schools.
    “All appropriate actions were taken imme
  • McDonald’s To Sell A McVegan Burger In Europe

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    (CNN Money) — McDonald’s is going vegan.
    The fast food chain plans to start selling a McVegan burger in hundreds of restaurants across Sweden and Finland starting on December 28.
    The sandwich, which has already been tested at a handful of McDonald’s locations in Finland, consists of a soy patty, bun, tomato, lettuce, pickles, onion, ketchup, mustard, oil and an egg-less sandwich sauce.
    “Like our other burgers, the McVegan is tasty and has a good texture,&rd
  • Man, 63, Accused Of Soliciting, Raping 12-Year-Old Boy

    FREDERICK, Md. (AP) — A Maryland man is accused of soliciting a 12-year-old boy online and raping him.
    News outlets report the boy’s grandmother reported the assault Dec. 11 and Frederick police arrested 63-year-old Ramon Manuel De Los Reyes on Dec. 14.
    According to charging documents, the victim told police he chatted with a man online who picked him up after his grandmother went to sleep, took him to a Silver Spring apartment and sexually assaulted him. The man drove the boy back.
  • Geno Auriemma Looks For 1000th Career Win

    Geno Auriemma’s coaching career is unrivaled in women’s college basketball. Auriemma looks to make history on Tuesday night as he goes for his 1000th career win when #1 Connecticut takes on Oklahoma in the Basketball Hall of Fame Holiday Showcase at Mohegan Sun. Connecticut is already 9-0 this season, with five wins over top-25 teams. They lead the American Athletic Conference standings.
    The Hall of Famer has come a long way since his first win back in 1985 when Connecticut beat Iona
  • Mayor Predicted Deaths On New Amtrak Line, Called It ‘Virtually Inevitable’

    DUPONT, Wash. (WJZ/AP) — Just weeks before an Amtrak train derailed south of Seattle, killing three people and wounding dozens more, a local mayor predicted that people would be killed if additional safety measures weren’t taken, according to local media reports.
    The section of track where a train derailed Monday had just been upgraded as part of a $181 million project for a new, faster route.
    The train was going more than 80 mph about one-quarter mile before it entered a curve where
  • Will Baltimore get a white Christmas? Forecast suggests mild rain, but could trend colder - Baltimore Sun (blog)

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    Baltimore has an outside chance of having a white Christmas, but any snow will require a quicker-than-expected intrusion of cold air. A stretch of mild temperatures starting Tuesday is expected to last through the weekend and potentially into Christmas ...and more »
  • 2017 MLB Holiday Wish List

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    It’s the holiday season, which means people have put together their wish lists for gifts. And many of us are rushing to malls (or Amazon) to try and find those gifts. With that in mind, we’re look back on the year that was for Major League Baseball in 2017 and try to figure out what item might be at the top of the wish lists for some of the sports teams, fans, and biggest personalities. Note: these items can be realistic or completely sarcastic and wishful thinking. That&r
  • Audi Recalls Over 52,000 Cars; Fuel Lines Can Leak

    DETROIT (AP) — Audi is recalling more than 52,000 luxury cars in the U.S. and Canada to fix fuel lines that can leak and increase the risk of a fire.
    The recall covers certain A6 and A7 cars from the 2012 through 2014 model years.
    The Volkswagen luxury brand said in government documents that the fuel lines have a compression point to make them easier to install. But over time, that point can weaken and may leak fuel.
    The documents posted Tuesday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin
  • Weather Blog: A Mostly Sunny Day

    Hi Everyone!
    Thursday December 21st at 11:27 A.M. Winter begins. I point this out as I stand here in the “Weather Center” reporting on another mild morning, and what will be a super afternoon with Sun and a high of 59°! But check this out; Today’s high temperature is 72° in 2006. Point is mild temps this time of the year are not uncommon. To be honest our weather does not usually go “South” until the early days of January. Let’s not over think this but
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  • Apartment Fire Injures 6 People In Prince George’s County

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Six people are injured after a 2-alarm fire in Prince George’s County.
    The fire occurred Tuesday morning at around 7:30 a.m. in the 3300 block of Curtis Drive in Hillcrest Heights. Officials say the fire extended into the attic area and that it may have extended to an adjacent building.
    All six people who were injured are being treated for smoke inhalation. Two were taken to local hospitals. One firefighter was treated for minor injuries. He was OK to return to
  • Apartment Fire Injures 5 People In Prince George’s County

    BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Five people are injured after a 2-alarm fire in Prince George’s County.
    The fire occurred Tuesday morning at around 7:30 a.m. in the 3300 block of Curtis Drive in Hillcrest Heights. Officials say the fire extended into the attic area and that it may have extended to an adjacent building.
    All five people who were injured are being treated for smoke inhalation. Two were taken to local hospitals. One firefighter was also treated for minor injuries. He was OK to re
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