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The Blackest ‘Cinderella’ you’ll see in Baltimore is also the most important
The ArtsCentric version of “Cinderella” at Baltimore Center Stage is an Afrofuturistic dream that highlights why our princesses don’t have to be Black, but it’s important that they can be.
Jaiden Nuako stars as Cinderella in ArtsCentric’s production of the show at Baltimore Center Stage.
Jon Meoli: 1-year deals like Craig Kimbrel’s are in the Orioles’ comfort zone. Only now the stakes are higher.
One-year deals might not be the highest upside plays, but they often fill a need, have little long-term ramifications on roster construction, and allow flexibility in other areas.
Craig Kimbrel, representing the Phillies, pitches during the All-Star Game in July.
Odell Beckham Jr. made his mark in L.A. Just ask his former Rams teammates.
The receiver made a monumental impact for the Rams in their Super Bowl run, then got hurt in the game itself. Nearly two years later, his former teammates are heartened by OBJ’s return to the field.
Odell Beckham Jr., #3 of the Baltimore Ravens, looks on prior to a game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on Oct. 29, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Commentary: I’ll remember Justice Sandra Day O’Connor for her humility
Sandra Day O'Connor left a lasting legal impact after becoming the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court, says University of Baltimore School of Law Professor José Felipé Anderson, who recalls her grace and describes her emergence as a swing vote on the court.
Sandra Day O’Connor left a lasting legal impact after becoming the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court, says University of Baltimore School of Law Professor José Felipé Anderson, who recalls her grace and describes her significance as a swing vote on the court.
Prohibition ended 90 years ago. Play this Annapolis drinking game.
Today is the 90th anniversary of the end of Prohibition. If you can’t make one of the parties — it is not a national holiday, and work awaits on Wednesday — here is a little game you can play at home. For each answer you get wrong, take a drink.
An employee walks from the drug store section of Walgreens in Annapolis to the beer and wine section.
Commentary: Maryland higher ed should credit all language learning
Maryland lawmakers should pass legislation in the next General Assembly session to ensure multilingual English learners are awarded higher education credits, community college educators say.
Maryland lawmakers should pass legislation to ensure multilingual English learners are awarded higher education credits, community college educators say.
Jon Meoli: The Orioles’ decision of which established players to keep and which to move could accelerate this week
They will be looking at a variety of factors, chief among them their own internal evaluations of the prospects and recent graduates.
Shortstop Jorge Mateo is projected at 1.3 wins above replacement with an 81 OPS+ next season by Dan Szymborski’s ZiPS at FanGraphs.
‘Something the Lord Made’: A Baltimore-based film from 2004 finds new fame
Clips from the HBO movie “Something the Lord Made” posted on TikTok and YouTube have surged in popularity this year as people discover (and rediscover) the true story of Vivien Thomas.
Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def), left, and Alan Rickman in “Something the Lord Made.”
Angel Reese’s murky absence from LSU shows the NCAA still needs drastic change
LSU can't treat Angel Reese like just another kid anymore. The NIL era has created far more stakeholders in her on-court performance, and college sports need more transparency.
Angel Reese had 19 points and nine rebounds Thursday night as LSU beat Virginia Tech 82-64.
A beloved writer died at 96. She defined an era of journalism in Annapolis.
Fran Jaques parlayed a chance meeting at a party into a local journalism career that lasted 30 years. She wrote about hiking, parks and gardening at first, earning $15 per column, and later wrote obits and hugely popular columns on homes and cooking.
Fran Jaques was a features columnist, staff writer and food editor in Annapolis over her 30 year career with The Capital.
How did Eric DeCosta do this offseason? Evaluating the Ravens’ GM’s biggest decisions.
The Ravens are 9-3 and considered a Super Bowl favorite. How much of the credit should go to the GM?
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta (center) was in the spotlight during the offseason, and the moves he made helped get the team where it is now.
Jon Meoli: Appreciate the Orioles dominating Baseball America’s prospect list while you can
Mike Elias and his team have done an amazing job — and it will be hard to replicate in the coming years.
Former Aberdeen IronBirds shortstop Jackson Holliday, the Orioles' top prospect, is joined by many other elite players in the pipeline.
Commentary: How Baltimore students feel about poor classroom conditions
Poor conditions at Baltimore City Public Schools reflect a lack of care and concern for the students who attend those schools, students interviewed by Johns Hopkins University researchers say.
Dr. Richard Lofton is a sociologist of education, applied researcher, theorist and activist. His funded research has examined academic placement, racially diverse schools, mentoring programs, concentrated poverty and social and emotional development.
The haunting familiarity of ignoring Vice President Kamala Harris
As the media and fellow politicians dismiss President Biden, they act as if Vice President Kamala Harris is not a possible successor or just doesn't exist. As a Black woman, I relate.
Vice President Kamala Harris addresses the crowd at Coppin State University during her visit to Baltimore on July 14.
Jon Meoli: As free agent pitchers start signing, the Orioles’ challenge this winter grows clearer
Two of the top starters are already off the market. Where will the Orioles turn?
Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias observes an open practice at Camden Yards on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023.
Maryland stumbles when autism and violent crime collide
Joel Johnson-Liphart was ruled not competent to stand trial for manslaughter in the death of his grandmother six years ago. Now he’s back in court after assaulting his caregiver at a group home. It’s not clear if Maryland is equipped to deal with this.
The District Court in Annapolis.
The AFC-leading Ravens’ inconsistency on offense keeps us wondering
What’s the deal with an underwhelming offensive performance? How long is Mike Macdonald destined to stay in Baltimore? And what’s with these ball spots?
Odafe Oweh #99 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second quarter in the game at SoFi Stadium on Nov. 26, 2023, in Inglewood, California.
It’s the holiday season. Stop resisting these 5 inevitable Christmas songs.
There are some holiday songs that are simply unavoidable. From Mariah Carey to Wham!, strap in and prepare to hear these on repeat for the next month.
Prepare yourself for nonstop Mariah Carey.
Zay Flowers has always been ready to shine. Now the Ravens need it more than ever.
Rookie Zay Flowers' two touchdowns were critical on a night when Baltimore's offense underwhelmed. His role is increasing just as the Ravens need a shot in the arm.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and wide receiver Zay Flowers celebrate the team's 20-10 win against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night.
Books can help us all understand each other better
Research speaks to what I’ve been lucky enough to witness and personally enjoy again and again. Reading books gives us glimpses into the lives of strangers, makes us more empathetic.
Illustration of white woman holding open book, looking at image of Black gender nonconforming person; open books in background recede diagonally, showing images of adopted East Asian daughter with white parents; an older woman of color; and a landscape.
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