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    Maryland joins Democratic-led states suing over Education Department layoffs
    In a federal lawsuit filed Thursday in Massachusetts, 20 states and Washington, D.C., say the layoffs are so severe that the department “can no longer function, and cannot comply with its statutory requirements.”
    The U.S. Department of Education building is seen in Washington, Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024.
    Opening day roster prediction: Who will take the field for the Orioles in 2 weeks?
    The Orioles have 48 players in major league camp and can have only 26 on their roster for opening day.
    After beginning the season at home against the Los Angeles Angels last year, the Orioles will be in Toronto for opening day in two weeks.
    Orioles announce Eutaw St. Block Party, which sure feels like an outdoor FanFest
    The festivities start at 2:30 p.m., but Birdland Members will gain access an hour early for a Q&A with assistant general manager Sig Mejdal.
    People pack a block party of vendors and music at Eutaw and Camden streets on opening day last season.
    EPA head to roll back landmark regulations: ‘Driving dagger through the heart of climate-change religion’
    The head of the Environmental Protection Agency announced a series of actions Wednesday to roll back landmark environmental regulations, including rules on pollution from coal-fired power plants, climate change and electric vehicles.
    WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 18: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin signs a Water Policy Announcement at the Environmental Protection Agency Headquarters on February 18, 2025 in Washington, DC. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin made a water policy announcement and held a signing ceremony with members of the West Virginia Congressional Delegation.  (Photo by Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images)
    What happened to Sudiksha Konanki? Spring breaker vanished days ago in Dominican Republic
    Investigators continue to search for a college student from Virginia who vanished earlier this month while visiting the Dominican Republic.
    A member of civil defense canine unit searches for Sudiksha Konanki, a university student from the U.S. who disappeared on a beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Monday, March. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Francesco Spotorno)
    Nose tackle Michael Pierce, key part of Ravens’ top run defense, announces retirement
    Pierce finished his career with 238 tackles, 25 quarterback hits, 19 tackles for loss, 9.5 sacks, six passes defensed, three forced fumbles and an interception in 99 games.
    Ravens defensive tackle Michael Pierce celebrates after sacking Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in 2023.
    Wall Street keeps shaking, and stocks lose a big morning gain as Trump’s trade war escalates
    The unsettled trading comes a day after the index briefly fell more than 10% below its all-time high set last month.
    Two male stock traders, both holding tablets and wearing glasses, are see on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. The one on the right is speaking into a cellphone while the one on the left looks on.
    The EU retaliates against Trump’s trade moves and slaps tariffs on produce from Republican states
    The European Union on Wednesday announced retaliatory trade action with new duties on U.S. industrial and farm products.
    European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaking to the media.
    Education Department cuts half its staff as Trump vows to wind the agency down
    Department officials announced the cuts Tuesday, raising questions about the agency’s ability to continue usual operations.
    Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, attends a hearing of the Health, Education, and Labor Committee on her nomination.
    How DeAndre Hopkins’ arrival could change the Ravens’ offense
    Unlike so many of the wide receivers the Ravens have signed over the years, the 32-year-old Hopkins is not washed up.
    DeAndre Hopkins #8 of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a touchdown against Kelee Ringo #22 of the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LIX.
    The most captivating battle at Orioles spring training occurs on the pingpong table
    Dean Kremer is the reigning pingpong champion from last spring training’s tournament. And while there aren’t plans this year for him to defend his title, each between Kremer and Bowman looked like a heavyweight title fight.
    Baltimore Orioles pitcher Dean Kremer laughs with teammates while walking to the backfields during spring training last month.
    Trump halts doubling of tariffs on Canadian metals after Ontario suspends electricity price hikes
    President Donald Trump’s spate of tax increases on imports and plans for more have roiled the stock market and stirred up recession risks.
    President Trump is escalating a trade war with the United States’ northern neighbor and standing unmoved by recent stock market turmoil and rising recession risks.
    How DeAndre Hopkins can change the offense | Banner Ravens Podcast
    Hopkins has put together a remarkable career in 12 NFL seasons. But how much can he contribute in 2025?
    Ravens reportedly agree to 1-year deal with DeAndre Hopkins, giving Lamar Jackson another weapon
    Hopkins, 32, had 59 catches for 437 yards and four touchdowns in 10 games with the Kansas City Chiefs last season,
    Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins had previously expressed an interest in playing with Ravens QB Lamar Jackson.
    With compensatory picks awarded, here are the Ravens’ 11 draft picks
    The compensatory picks were awarded for the Ravens’ losses in free agency last offseason.
    Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta laughs during a news conference in March 2024.
    Education Department plans to lay off 1,300 employees as Trump vows to wind the agency down
    The Education Department plans to lay off over 1,300 of its more than 4,000 employees as part of a reorganization.
    Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, attends a hearing of the Health, Education, and Labor Committee on her nomination.
    NTSB urges ban on some helicopter flights at Washington airport where 67 people died
    Federal investigators looking for the cause of the January collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people recommended a ban on some helicopter flights Tuesday to improve safety, saying the current setup “poses an intolerable risk.”
    ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA - JANUARY 31: Recovery teams search the wreckage after the crash of an American Airlines plane on the Potomac River as it approached the airport on January 31, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia. The American Airlines flight from Wichita, Kansas collided midair with a military Black Hawk helicopter while on approach to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. According to reports, there were no survivors among the 67 people on both aircraft.
    Large group of Orioles travel to Yankees’ spring stadium, the eventual regular season home of the Rays
    “I brought more guys here than I normally would because of it,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “This is Yankee Stadium, plus a jet stream out to right field."
    George M. Steinbrenner Field, the spring training home of the New York Yankees, seen here in 2022, will serve as the home of the Tampa Bay Rays during the season.
    Inside the Dugout: Revisiting the Orioles’ starting rotation
    There‘s a lot to consider as the Orioles prepare to open the season without Grayson Rodriguez.
    Grayson Rodriguez throws a bullpen session during Spring Training at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida.
    Who replaces Grayson Rodriguez in the Orioles rotation? | Banner Baseball Show
    Banner Baseball Show co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss how Baltimore will handle injuries to Gunnar Henderson, Andrew Kittredge and Grayson Rodriguez.
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