Union Brewing Company teams up with WJZ for "Eyewitness Brews" for 13th anniversary
Union Craft Brewing Company in Baltimore is celebrating 13 years with a beer collaboration with WJZ News.
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Maryland mother sentenced for death of 2-year-old who ingested fentanyl
A Maryland mother was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the death of her 2-year-old daughter, who had ingested fentanyl, according to the Anne Arundel County State's Attorney's Office.
Alert Days for heat and storms across Maryland through the weekend
Very hot and humid weather is expected Friday into the weekend with occasional storm chances.
Dangerous heat prompts Code Red Extreme Heat Alert in Baltimore, open cooling centers
Baltimore City has issued a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert with extreme heat expected across Maryland through Tuesday, July 29.
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Relative of extinct Xerces butterfly helps restore California habitat destroyed in its demise
A butterfly that went extinct decades ago after the destruction of its Bay Area habitat is now the driving force behind its restoration with the help of a close relative now fluttering in its terrain.
Report ranks San Jose as most expensive large city in the country
The cost of living in the Bay Area's largest city has become exceedingly expensive, according to a new report, which says it is now the most expensive large city in the entire country.
Berkeley activist uses Disability Pride Month to promote disability quilt project
Raising the visibility of people living with disabilities has become the mission of an activist and artist-in-residence at the Center of Independent Living in Berkeley.
Rat infestation plagues Vallejo Ferry Terminal; city promises action
The Vallejo Ferry Terminal has seen a rat infestation that has prompted an outcry from residents and ferry passengers on social media.
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Rare corpse flower about to bloom in Massachusetts
A rare flower that smells like rotting flesh is about to bloom at the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
Remains found in Massachusetts in 1992 identified as teen reported missing
Skeletal remains found in Massachusetts in 1992 have now been identified as Anthony Angelli Rea, a teen who was reported missing four years earlier.
Somerville woman survives 9/11, two cancers to ride first Pan-Mass Challenge
Almost 22 years after Kathy Ball-Toncic ran barefoot from the North Tower on 9/11, she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Dorchester beach reopens following closure due to high bacteria levels
A beach in Dorchester has reopened to swimmers while many more remain closed across the state due to high bacteria levels.
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Woman charged with DUI after crashing into Moose Lodge in Wauconda
Police said 47-year-old Jamie Spratt then crashed backward into the north side of the Moose Lodge, causing significant structural damage.
2 workers injured when bricks fall from residence hall at U of I
The bricks fell from the Florida Avenue Residence Halls, or FAR.
Artists from American Samoa honor cultural heritage at Field Museum
Su'a Uilisone Fitiao and his wife, Reggie Meredith Fitiao, are indigenous artists and cultural practitioners who have come to Chicago from American Samoa.
Bears players note Ben Johnson's intensity on day 2 of training camp
Before the Bears' workout Thursday, Johnson addressed his quick hook, and the short window the team has to learn his new system before the season starts.
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As more Coloradans want to live in Mexico, consulate warns of scams
The Mexican Consulate in Denver has seen an increase in applications for residency and counsels applicants not to work with intermediaries.
CSU Logging Team loses "irreplaceable" equipment in logging fire
The CSU Logging Team is recovering from a fire that destroyed nearly all of their equipment, including some crosscut saws that date back almost 100 years.
Coloradans invited for lunch at mile-long table with 5,280 seats
At the center of the Auraria Campus is the site where thousands will sit for lunch at what could be the longest table in the U.S. The success of previous, similar events sparked an idea: a mile-long table in the Mile High City.
Thief takes box truck of bicycles from Colorado children's nonprofit
In just one week, a Colorado nonprofit is scheduled to hold a kids' summer camp, but before they could get their cargo to kids in need, they were targeted by a thief.
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Detroit's Brush Park development reaches completion
A decade of transformation has culminated in the completion of City Modern, a massive redevelopment effort in Detroit's historic Brush Park neighborhood, blocks from downtown.
Metro Detroit mother and boyfriend charged in child abuse case
A Rochester Hills, Michigan, mother and her boyfriend have been charged in connection with the alleged abuse of the woman's 4-year-old daughter, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.
Detroit Tigers lose to Toronto Blue Jays 11-4
Ernie Clement and Joey Loperfido hit back-to back hit home runs in the fifth inning to help the surging Toronto Blue Jays rout the slumping Detroit Tigers 11-4 in a matchup of first-place teams going in opposite directions.
Michigan woman accused of calling in fake bomb threat
A Michigan woman was arrested after she allegedly called in a fake bomb threat in Flint to have an appointment canceled.
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We Chat with NHRA Racer Justin Ashley Ahead of Sonoma Raceway Excitement
This weekend, head to Sonoma Raceway for some heart-pumping fun and excitement. Cody is standing by with NHRA Top Fuel racer Justin Ashley to share what you can expect.
Annual Meyer Cookware Outlet Sale
There’s a huge sale happening this weekend in Fairfield where you can get up to 90% off top-quality cookware. We’re chatting with Rene Villalta from Meyer Cookware to hear more about the amazing deals they have for you.
Sade Gets a Sneak Peek at McLaughlin Theatre Company’s Shrek the Musical
If you’re into swamps, slime, and talking donkeys, you’re in the right place. Sade Browne is live in Loomis, getting a sneak peek at the McLaughlin Theatre Company’s performance of Shrek the Musical.
We're Chatting with the First Ever Miss Sacramento County Volunteer!
A young woman is set to represent our region as the first-ever miss Sacramento county volunteer. Courtney is standing by with her to learn all about the upcoming pageant.
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LA County DA Hochman swears in new victim services K-9s
The three new K-9s will support crime victims, mainly children, at all of Los Angeles County's courthouses.
Southern California community pleading for help after Trump Administration pulls funding
Residents in the Rancho Palos Verdes have been living in fear that one day their homes might slide down the edge of the slope. Just when they thought they were going to be receiving funds to help, it got ripped away.
Irvine man arrested for apparent hate crime during road rage incident
Irvine police said the suspect shouted racial slurs while throwing a hot cup of coffee at a Hispanic driver and nearly causing a crash.
Ontario airport breaks its record for most travelers in June
More than 659,000 travelers passed through Ontario International Airport this June, breaking its 18-year record.
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Lauderdale Lakes commissioners' walkout halts vote on relief for property owners facing six-figure fines
Vice Mayor Tycie Causwell and Commissioner Easton Harrison exited the meeting after raising concerns about the fairness and effectiveness of the proposed changes.
Community rallies behind suspended coach Teddy Bridgewater: "Reinstate teddy"
Chanting "Reinstate Teddy" at the school's entrance, supporters demanded that Bridgewater be allowed to continue leading the team.
Woman in critical condition after stabbing at Northwest Miami-Dade apartment; police search for ex-boyfriend
Investigators are now searching for the woman's ex-boyfriend in connection with the attack.
Pickleball continues to increase in popularity but so do injuries
There are about 1,230 locations across the Sunshine State, making it a hub for enthusiasts, but health experts are raising a red flag, noting a staggering 90-fold increase in pickleball-related injuries.
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Minnesotan swims English Channel as food shelf fundraiser
The roughly 21-mile swim across the English Channel took Seth Baetzold 11 hours and 23 minutes.
SPPD: No charges anticipated for driver who hit 7-year-old
What began as a fun summer day for 7-year-old Sa'Moryia Farley, getting snacks from the corner store, ended in tragedy.
Man sentenced to 25+ years after hiding body in tote
A judge on Thursday sentenced a 23-year-old northern Minnesota man to more than 25 years in prison for his role in the murder of another man whose partial remains were found in a tote on the Mille Lacs Lake shoreline in 2023.
WWII vet, TikTok star "Papa Jake" to be honored in Normandy
Families in Normandy, France are getting ready to celebrate the life of "Papa Jake" Larson — A Minnesota native and war hero.
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Red Hook residents decry summer pool closure during summer's dog days
Neighbors call for faster repairs after beloved Brooklyn pool shut down for most of the season. NYC Parks blames ruptured water line and slow part delivery.
Concerns raised over Columbia's $200 million settlement with Trump admin
There are concerns about how the recent settlement between Columbia University and the Trump administration could impact dozens of other schools under investigation for antisemitism on campus.
Bethpage Black gearing up for 2025 Ryder Cup. Here's what to know.
The 2025 Ryder Cup is set for late September at Bethpage Black, and anticipation for the event couldn't be higher.
Child dead after car hits 3 kids, mother in Oakland, N.J.
A child was killed and two others were injured, along with their mother, after they were hit by a car in Oakland, New Jersey, on Thursday afternoon.
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Eagles email survey to season-ticket holders about new stadium, renovations at Linc
The Eagles asked season-ticket holders for feedback on the possibility of a brand new stadium and renovations to Lincoln Financial Field.
Mother, 2 children among 4 people shot in North Philadelphia, police say
Police said four people at a graduation party in North Philadelphia were critically injured after someone fired shots down the street.
2 men found guilty of murder in deadly Lower Merion home invasion
The home invasion in Lower Merion in December 2024 left Andrew Gaudio dead and his mother paralyzed.
Robert Chelsea, first Black patient to receive a full face transplant, shares his story
Robert Chelsea was at the Willingboro Library and shared his story of being the oldest and first Black patient to receive a full face transplant.
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Recently shuttered glass plant in Charleroi could reopen
There's renewed hope that a recently shuttered glass plant in Charleroi could reopen under a new owner.
Texas man accused of attempting to obtain sexually explicit photos from minor in Pennsylvania
A Texas man was arrested for attempting to obtain sexually explicit photos from a minor in Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Ohio college ranked among most beautiful campuses in America
Travel + Leisure magazine named Kenyon College one of the most beautiful campuses in America.
The Wilds in Ohio celebrating births of zebra and rhino
A conservation center in Ohio is celebrating the births of a zebra foal and a rhino calf, calling both new additions "significant milestones" for their species.
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New trial date set for Davis stabbings suspect Carlos Dominguez
Nearly a month after a judge declared a mistrial, a new trial date with a new jury has been set for Carlos Dominguez, the suspect in the 2023 Davis stabbings that killed two and severely injured a third person.
Small Northern California community gets clean drinking for first time in decades
Robbins, located in Sutter County and home to roughly 300 people, has struggled for decades with contaminated tap water that didn't meet state or federal safety standards.
38 dogs rescued from extreme neglect in Northern California home
A routine patrol led to the discovery and rescue of 38 dogs found to be living in "severe neglect" in a Northern California home, police said.
Staff at Sacramento-area hotel believe dozens of missing peackocks were stolen
Dozens of peacocks and peahens known for wandering a historic hotel in the Sacramento Delta are missing, and the hotel staff said this week that they believe the birds were stolen.
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Texas man accused of attempting to obtain sexually explicit photos from minor in Pennsylvania
A Texas man was arrested for attempting to obtain sexually explicit photos from a minor in Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Texas city races to keep up with record growth
As new homes rise by the thousands, the infrastructure to support them all can't expand fast enough.
Dak Prescott embraces high-emotion practices as Cowboys training camp heats up
At the start of training camp, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said his expectations in Oxnard are for the team to have "physical a-- practices."
Dallas County inmate accused of killing fellow inmate
An inmate at the Dallas County Jail is facing a murder charge after an incident that sent her and three other inmates to the hospital.