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    New Maryland school ratings are out. Baltimore City and county performed among the worst.
    In the first update to Maryland School Report Card ratings since 2019, Baltimore City and county schools performed worst in the region.
    Lockers in the hallway outside Damien Ford’s Baltimore School for The Arts classroom on Dec. 21, 2022. Ford teaches an African American Literature class where shows his students comparisons between Lauryn Hill lyrics and the work of Zora Neal Hurston.
    Ravens agree to trade starting safety Chuck Clark to Jets, clearing much-needed cap space
    Chuck Clark “means a lot to this team, a lot to the defense, for real,” safety Geno Stone said in January.
    Chuck Clark #36 and the Baltimore Ravens will have to contain Saquon Barkley for a Victory on the road against the Giants .
    Maryland Senate OKs allowing AG to prosecute police in fatal cases
    The attorney general’s office has investigated fatal encounters with police since late 2021, but it had been up to local prosecutors to decide whether to bring criminal charges. A bill moving forward would strip the authority to prosecute these cases from state’s attorneys, handing the responsibility to the attorney general instead.
    U.S. Rep. Anthony Brown (D-MD) (C) listens during a news conference on May 17, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland. Members of the Maryland Congressional Delegation held a news conference to discuss the "Reconnecting Communities Act," legislation to "reconnect and revitalize areas that were harmed by the construction of the Interstate Highway System" and "reform the long history of inequity in infrastructure."
    As a Gemini, is where I live making me unhappy? Baltimore astrologist weighs in.
    A Gemini reached out to Cheryl to ask about their unhappiness and whether the city they live in is affecting it. She explains what the stars say.
    Portrait of Cheryl Fair, an astrologer
    Live in an apartment? Want an electric vehicle charging station? The General Assembly is working on that.
    Del. Jen Terrasa, a Howard County Democrat, is proposing legislation that would require new and substantially renovated townhouses and apartment buildings to have charging spaces.
    Westminster resident and electric vehicle owner Aaron Matty commutes to his job in Towson.
    Commentary: College Board’s rotted roots reflected in decision on AP African American Studies
    The College Board stripped down its AP African American Studies curriculum, failing to create a curriculum that centers Black scholars, two University of Maryland College of Education professors say.
    African American Studies Program can prepare students for careers in culture, diversity.  (Clockwise from top left) Nelson Mandela, Gordon Parks, Chirley Chisholm, Martin Luthur King Jr., Barack Obama, Maya Angelou, Stokely Charmichael and Rosa Parks.
    Play Airlines will get you from BWI to Iceland for $135. It’s (mostly) better than you think.
    It’s BYO snacks and entertainment on this low-cost carrier, but brand-new furnishings make for a comfortable flight.
    Play, a budget airline, is offering direct flights to Iceland from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
    Why a front-loaded offer could spoil the Ravens’ hopes of keeping QB Lamar Jackson
    If another NFL team wants to land Lamar Jackson, its best course of action might be to attack the Ravens where they’re weakest.
    Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens stiff arms outside linebacker Kyzir White #44 of the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium on October 17, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland.
    Mets manager Buck Showalter on the pressures of coaching in New York | The Adam Jones Podcast
    Buck Showalter discusses opening day pitchers, the pace of the game, why teams should not play in divisions anymore and the pressures of being the manager of the Mets.
    Ravens hire Greg Lewis as wide receivers coach
    In Baltimore, Greg Lewis will inherit a wide receiver room in need of improvement.
    Rashod Bateman #7 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates with James Proche II #3 after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 11, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
    Maryland Senate gives initial OK to allow AG’s office to do police-involved killing prosecutions
    After lengthy debate Tuesday, the Maryland Senate advanced a bill giving the Maryland Attorney General’s Office the power to do prosecutions of police-involved killings.
    The Maryland Senate advanced a bill giving the State Attorney General’s office the power to prosecute police-involved killings.
    Maryland’s recreational marijuana reform bill gets initial passage in House of Delegates
    The bill regulating the licensing and sale of recreational marijuana jumped a major hurdle Wednesday by passing an initial vote in the House of Delegates.
    Behind the scenes at Curio Wellness
    D.C. who? Baltimore has its own historic cherry trees along the water.
    Did you know Fort McHenry has two groves of cherry trees, identical to the ones in Washington, D.C.? Find out the best time to view them.
    Several blooming cherry blossoms are visible along the water at Fort McHenry in Baltimore.
    Ravens name Chuck Smith, pass-rush instructor for NFL stars, as outside linebackers coach
    Chuck Smith has worked with the Rams’ Aaron Donald, Steelers’ Cam Heyward, Bills’ Von Miller and Raiders’ Maxx Crosby, among others.
    Baltimore Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh, left, and General Manager Eric DeCosta hold a year-end press conference on 1/19/23 at the team’s training facility in Owings Mills.
    What’s next for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson? New negotiations, NFL deadlines and a waiting game.
    If Lamar Jackson’s drawn-out contract talks with the Ravens have signaled anything about his next move, it’s that a quick resolution is unlikely.
    Head coach John Harbaugh of the Baltimore Ravens and quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 embrace prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Tennessee Titans at M&T Bank Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland.
    Mfume and Cardin backing bill to promote teaching of Black history
    “The bill establishes a precedent, which is absent right now. And that precedent is protection of historical facts and the history of African Americans,” Mfume said.
    U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume speaks before President Joe Biden’s visit to Baltimore on 1/30/23. Biden touted Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding—which will help to replace the 150-year-old Baltimore and Potomac Tunnel.
    Maryland Natural Resources Police halts hiring amid diversity concerns
    The police agency, which is overwhelmingly white, is planning recruitment efforts to reach a broader swath of candidates.
    The Maryland Natural Resources Police seek job applicants in an ad on their website.
    Moore inaugural celebrations cost $4.3M, largely funded by big dollar donors
    Less than half of the money raised by the Moore Miller Inaugural Committee came through individual ticket sales, with the rest coming from corporate and other donors.
    Gov. Wes Moore, with his son, James, 11, speaks during his inaugural ball, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, in Baltimore.
    Lamar Jackson will be able to negotiate with any team. These 9 could be in the mix.
    Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is about a week away from starting to find out what he’s worth.
    Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts after the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
    Ravens designate QB Lamar Jackson with nonexclusive franchise tag
    The Ravens are going to let Lamar Jackson test the open market, but will have the opportunity to match any deal.
    BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 02: Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates after teammate J.K. Dobbins #27 scored a touchdown in the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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