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    Meet the field of the 150th Preakness Stakes
    Journalism is the favorite in a nine-horse field that will bring many of thoroughbred racing’s most famous trainers to Pimlico Race Course on Saturday.
    Griffin Johnson, second from left, co-owner of Sandman, joins a toast at the conclusion of the Preakness 150 Post Position Draw.
    Letter: Gov. Moore, say no to reparations bill — and take bold action instead
    Larry S. Gibson says Gov. Wes Moore should veto a bill to study and report on reparations, and should instead act with boldness and immediacy to address the consequences of slavery.
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore at the Maryland State House last month.
    Ravens tackle Ronnie Stanley opens up about near-death experience, ankle injury that left him in tears
    “I was in so much pain that I was crying for a good portion of the game,” Stanley said.
    Offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley (79) watches from the sidelines during a preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons last August.
    Derby runner-up Journalism is 8-5 favorite for Preakness
    Derby winner Sovereignty, who outdueled Journalism to win the Run for the Roses by 1 1/2 lengths, is not making the trip to Baltimore for the final Preakness at historic Pimlico.
    The Woodlawn Vase is awarded to the winner of each Preakness Stakes. This year’s 150th running of Preakness will be its last at the original “Old Hilltop.”
    University of Maryland, Baltimore, will lay off employees, reduce salaries amid budget crisis
    University of Maryland, Baltimore, President Bruce Jarrell warned of a “clear and present danger” in relation to layoffs.
    University President Bruce Jarrell told the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Monday evening that the school will lay off 30 full-time staff and eliminate an additional 30 vacant positions.
    As Pat Spencer scraps in the NBA playoffs, his old Loyola lacrosse teammates are loving every minute
    The Maryland native and former Tewaaraton Award-winner at Loyola is now tearing up the hardwood in the NBA playoffs for the Golden State Warriors. Former Greyhounds who shared the field with him are enthralled, but not surprised.
    Golden State Warriors guard Pat Spencer (61) drives past Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) during the second half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series.
    Trump hush money trial lawyer named acting librarian of Congress, replacing Carla Hayden
    Blanche replaces Carla Hayden, the longtime librarian whom the White House fired last week amid criticism from some conservatives that she was advancing a “woke” agenda.
    Blanche replaces Carla Hayden, the longtime librarian whom the White House fired last week.
    US and China take a step back from sky-high tariffs, agree to pause for 90 days
    U.S. and Chinese officials said they had called a 90-day truce in their trade war for more talks on resolving trade disputes.
    WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 02: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a “Make America Wealthy Again” trade announcement event in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025 in Washington, DC. Touting the event as “Liberation Day”, Trump announced additional tariffs targeting goods imported to the U.S. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
    Ravens stock report: Eric DeCosta keeps building one of NFL’s best rosters, position by position
    In late March, John Harbaugh said the Ravens had a “really good” roster. After the NFL draft, it looks even better.
    Seventeen months after the knee injury that ended his rookie season, Keaton Mitchell could be ready to make an impact in the Ravens’ backfield.
    Facing uncertainty at work? Here’s how you can prepare your finances
    If you’re not sure what your job will look like in six months, or whether you will have one, the time to start planning is now, personal finance experts say.
    Kyle Goon: We’re only getting glimpses of the Orioles we expect. That’s everyone’s problem, especially coaches.
    Wins like Sunday's 7-3 series clincher against the Angels have come too rarely. If they can be aggressive and opportunistic on offense, why can't they do it more often?
    Gunnar Henderson homered during Sunday’s win over the Angels, but he has not reached his All-Star heights this season.
    Maverick Handley’s first 2 career RBIs help Orioles past Angels 7-3 for series win
    Handley, the Orioles’ 27-year-old backup catcher, was playing his fourth major league game.
    Orioles catcher Maverick Handley drives in a run with a bunt during the sixth inning Sunday in Anaheim.
    Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, and offers a Happy Mother’s Day
    In his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff, Leo said, “Never again war!” from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to an estimated 100,000 people below.
    Pope Leo XIV delivers his blessing from the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica for his first Sunday blessing after his election.
    Letter: I am a mother and an abortion provider
    A mother and abortion provider says Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate moms and fight for reproductive choice.
    Artwork on the walls of the Women’s Health Center in Western Maryland includes a variety of positive quotes and affirmations.
    With a poor start and quiet bats, the Orioles’ latest loss to the Angels is painfully formulaic
    Gibson gave up five runs in his third straight ugly start, and the Orioles failed to summon a response.
    Kyle Gibson allowed five runs on seven hits and three walks in four innings Saturday night against the Angels.
    As fans grumble about Brandon Hyde, the Orioles manager is worried about a turnaround — not his job
    After a 14-23 start, the veteran skipper said he isn't happy with how the team has played but doesn't worry about being fired. GM Mike Elias’ backing “means a lot,” he said Saturday in Anaheim.
    Brandon Hyde’s teams have a .463 winning percentage in seven seasons.
    With horse racing investment, Ravens’ Lamar Jackson sees ‘the power of the industry’ in Baltimore
    Lamar Jackson’s path to the Pimlico Cup started almost a year ago.
    The National Thoroughbred League kicked off the 2025 season with the Pimlico Cup.
    Enter Sandman! Arkansas Derby champion to race in 150th Preakness
    The Tapit colt and Arkansas Derby champion Sandman will enter to race in the 150th Preakness Stakes on May 17.
    Kentucky Derby entrant Sandman works out at Churchill Downs Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
    Propane tank explosion in Laurel leaves 1 injured, prompts parade cancellation
    A propane tank blew up while vendors were setting up for Laurel’s annual Main Street Festival.
    The City of Laurel canceled the Mainstreet Festival Parade after a propane explosion at the intersection of 4th and Main streets on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
    7 indicted for series of armed robberies targeting bank customers across 5 Maryland counties
    Seven people were indicted Friday for a series of armed robberies that targeted bank customers across multiple Maryland counties, according to Attorney General Anthony Brown. 
    Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced Friday the indictment of seven people who allegedly targeted bank customers in a series of armed robberies that spanned five counties.
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