Jamal Bryant: Atlanta eulogy means revisiting outrage about Freddie Gray
Preparing to speak at the funeral of Roger Fortson, who was shot and killed by police at his Florida home, the Rev. Jamal-Harrison Bryant, a former Baltimore pastor, revisits his Freddie Gray eulogy and his outrage fueled by the deaths of young Black men during interactions with police.
The Rev. Jamal-Harrison Bryant, who delivered the eulogy for Freddie Gray, will speak in Atlanta at the funeral of a young, Black U.S. airman shot to death by police at his home.
Why do all Preakness racehorses look the same?
I thought all racehorses looked the same. A tutorial about breeding for casual fans who want to speak with authority at Preakness parties this weekend
National Treasure, #1, ridden by jockey John Velazquez, wins the Preakness Stakes on Preakness Day at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland on May 20, 2023.
Here’s when BCCC demolition downtown is (finally) expected to be over
Demolition of Baltimore City Community College’s downtown Bard Building is scheduled for completion in early September.
Demolition of the Baltimore City Community College Bard Building, at the intersection of East Lombard Street and Market Place in Baltimore, on April 13, 2024.
A Baltimore economic boom from Preakness? Don’t bet on it
Maryland’s leaders are also placing a bet — and it’s a big one. Thanks to legislation enacted this year, the state will invest up to $400 million revamping the Pimlico Race Course and building a new training center.
Preakness Stakes brings thousands of fans to Pimlico Race Course each year. How could it not have an economic impact on Baltimore?
The rise and fall of the House of Mosby
Nick Mosby’s last campaign looked a lot like that of his ex-wife, Marilyn Mosby. What happens next for the onetime Baltimore power couple is anyone’s guess.
Nick and Marilyn Mosby walk into a federal courthouse for a hearing.
Jon Meoli: In 2 years, Adley Rutschman has set a new standard for the Orioles
The Orioles have won 59.9% of their games since recalling Rutschman. If anything can make a 27-14 start to the season seem ordinary, it’s that.
Next week will mark the second anniversary of Adley Rutschman’s major league debut, a moment that changed the Orioles.
Dixon won’t concede mayor’s race until mail ballots are counted
“In respect to all who voted, I’ll be waiting for the final outcome of the mail-in ballots before I make any further statements on the outcome of the mayoral primary,” Dixon said in a Wednesday statement.
Mayoral candidate Sheila Dixon speaks to community members on North Lakewood Avenue on April 30.
Win or lose, thin margin in Costello’s race diminishes his political force
The council’s budget leader and would-be kingmaker had a tough election night Tuesday.
Baltimore Councilman Eric Costello is seen in the audience of the Baltimore mayoral debate at the University of Baltimore on April 30, 2024.
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Under Armour prepares for layoffs as sales decline
Under Armour is preparing to layoff an unspecified number of employees following a drop in sales for North America, the Baltimore-based company’s largest market.
Kevin Plank, founder and executive chairman of Under Armour, speaks during a press conference at Baltimore Peninsula on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023.
American sought after ‘So I raped you’ Facebook message detained in France
An American accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said, “So I raped you,” has been detained in France after a three-year search.
This wanted poster provided by the U.S. Marshals Service shows Ian Cleary, of Saratoga, California. Cleary, accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said, “So I raped you,” has been detained in France after a three-year search.
Rain or shine? Here’s what weather to expect at Preakness Stakes
Forecasters are calling for widespread showers and thunderstorms during Baltimore’s Preakness Stakes.
Horseshoe prints are left in the mud at Herringswell Stables on May 10, 2024.
Inside Preakness’ costly hunt for younger fans
The Stronach Group’s investment in high-wattage entertainment to attract younger fans and bigger purses to lure the best thoroughbreds hasn’t paid off, with Preakness losing millions of dollars each of the past two years.
Preakness attendees enjoy Infield Fest with cocktails, dancing and friends on May 20, 2023.
Voters gave Mayor Scott a mandate for a second term. They’ll expect him to deliver.
Scott becomes the center of political gravity in Baltimore, now that he’s slated to become the first mayor to serve at least two full terms since 1999.
Mayor Brandon Scott takes a selfie with Sharon Baskin near  Hatton Senior Center,  in Baltimore, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Scott was there to talk to voters before casting their ballots.
Beyond black-eyed Susans: Bars, restaurants place their bets on Preakness
Care for a Preakness Cream Ale? A fresh take on a black-eyed Susan? Bars, restaurants and breweries in the Baltimore area are using the 149th running of the Preakness Stakes as an opportunity to carry on old traditions and create new ones.
Guinness Open Gate Brewery is releasing a Preakness Cream Ale for the races.
Banner analysis: Margin in white neighborhoods powered Scott to victory
Not only did Mayor Brandon Scott, who has enjoyed higher approval ratings among white voters, have massive margins in the White L, he also ran close to former Mayor Sheila Dixon in the city’s majority-Black precincts, a Banner analysis of preliminary election data found.
What to do this weekend, from seeing Jack Harlow at Preakness to vintage shopping
Whether you want to attend performances at Preakness LIVE, shop for vintage clothes or see a couple music legends, we’ve got you covered.
Jack Harlow attends the 2022 Kentucky Derby. He will headline Preakness LIVE this weekend.
Man sentenced for ‘daylight gunning down’ of Maryland Transit Administration bus driver
Leon Hill, 55, of Windsor Mill, said he wanted to take responsibility for his actions and understood that he needed to be held accountable for fatally shooting Elaine Jackson at a Maryland Transit Administration lot in Southwest Baltimore on Oct. 18, 2022. She was 40.
Maryland Transit Administration bus driver Elaine Jackson, a mother of four, was fatally shot after she finished her shift at a lot near Washington Boulevard and Bush Street in Southwest Baltimore on Oct. 18, 2022. She was 40.
Turnout was down in Tuesday’s voting, but final results will depend on mail ballots
Voters have become more familiar with mailed-in ballots over the last four years, experts said, which makes accounting for turnout a more arduous process.
Andrea Young Ryan finishes filling out her ballot at  Hatton Senior Center in Baltimore on Tuesday.
Baltimore City schools is asking for $30 million more. Here’s what to know.
The Baltimore City school board could vote on the budget as soon as Wednesday night, even though few details have been released.
The Baltimore City school board could vote on the budget as soon as Wednesday night, even though few details have been released.
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