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    Park Police officer fatally shoots man by the river in Fort Washington Park
    An officer with the Maryland-National Capital Park Police fatally shot a man on Friday evening in Fort Washington Park, state investigators said.
    A man was fatally shot by a Maryland-National Capital Park Police officer in Fort Washington Park after authorities responded to reports of an armed person near the river.
    Kyle Goon: Chris Davis’ Orioles career ended on a low. Only now can he appreciate the highs.
    COLUMN | Chris Davis didn't expect to get into the Orioles Hall of Fame this soon. But he didn't appreciate his career achievements until stepping away from the game.
    Former first baseman Chris Davis hit 253 home runs as a member of the Orioles.
    Orioles trading Dean Kremer to Minnesota Twins for minor league outfielder
    Kremer has been in the majors with the Orioles since 2020. He holds a 6.50 ERA this season.
    Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer pitches against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning.
    Never a dull moment: The Orioles sometimes drive Mike Elias ‘crazy’ too
    The Orioles are only 54-56, yet they are only 1.5 games out of the final American League wild-card spot. Baltimore can at best reach .500 ahead of the trade deadline.
    Pitcher Tyler Wells tosses the ball to first baseman Pete Alonso for the last out as the Orioles beat the Phillies 6-4.
    Orioles and right-hander Yennier Cano agree to 2-year deal with 2029 option
    Cano holds a 2.21 ERA in 36 2/3 innings this season.
    Yennier Cano prepares to pitch the eighth inning against the Phillies on Friday night at Camden Yards.
    Foster Griffin struggles against Braves as trade deadline nears: ‘It’s not easy, but we’re professionals’
    Griffin threw five innings, allowing six runs on nine hits, with two walks and two strikeouts.
    Washington Nationals second baseman José Tena, right, catches fly ball hit by Atlanta Braves catcher Joey Bart, as Nationals right fielder Dylan Crews avoids a collision during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, July 31, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)
    Ryan Mountcastle could be out rest of year; Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo progressing as hoped
    The trade for Jake Rogers was not made due to injury setbacks for catchers Adley Rutschman and Samuel Basallo. Mike Elias said both catchers are progressing.
    Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle, who was close to completing a lengthy rehab from a broken bone in his foot, will be out for another few months with an oblique strain.
    Ravens observations: Defense strikes back in frustrating day for Lamar Jackson, offense
    Ravens coach Jesse Minter has called quarterback Lamar Jackson one of the NFL’s most talented players. On Friday, Minter’s defense offered a reminder of its own considerable abilities.
    Quarterback Lamar Jackson completed eight of 14 passes during 11-on-11 and seven-on-seven drills, according to an unofficial tally.
    Ravens coordinators matching wits as they kick off the Jesse Minter era
    The Ravens coordinators spoke for the first time in training camp, and these are the biggest takeaways from their interviews.
    Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle coaches during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md.
    Nationals’ Chris Hacopian path to the pros began in his dad’s training facility in Gaithersburg
    “He’s been training to be a pro since middle school, honestly,” said Pat Skellchock, Chris Hacopian’s coach at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac.
    Washington Nationals first-round draft pick Chris Hacopian speaks as he is introduced to the media at an MLB baseball news conference in Washington, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
    As business programs struggle to find students, UMD offers a faster way to an MBA
    The University of Maryland Smith School of Business will allow students to earn their degrees with three fewer courses.
    The University of Maryland Smith School of Business has reduced requirements to earn an MBA.
    Nationals begin final series before trade deadline with loss to Braves
    Jake Irvin’s performance was uneven in the Nationals’ 5-4 loss. He allowed five runs on three hits with two walks and a strikeout.
    Washington Nationals pitcher Jake Irvin reacts in between pitches to an Atlanta Braves batter during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)
    ICE detains Hopkins public health researcher as agency expands airport arrests
    A Johns Hopkins University public health researcher and former Fulbright scholar was detained this week by immigration agents while boarding a domestic flight as the Trump administration ramps up immigration enforcement efforts at airports.
    U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers gather for a briefing before an enforcement operation, Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, in Silver Spring, Md.
    Orioles acquire Jake Rogers, adding catching depth with Rutschman and Basallo out
    Baltimore has two catchers currently active: Yohel Pozo and Chadwick Tromp.
    Detroit Tigers catcher Jake Rogers looks on during the sixth inning of a game against the Houston Astros on June 17.
    Ravens observations: Rookie Ja’Kobi Lane introduces himself with leaping catch
    When the Ravens selected wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane in the third round of the draft, general manager Eric DeCosta envisioned a player who could bring something different to the offense.
    The Ravens believe Ja’Kobi Lane has the size and ball skills to make contested catches.
    Mexican, Colombian men’s soccer teams to meet in September friendly in Baltimore
    The Mexican and Colombian men’s national soccer teams will meet in a September friendly in Baltimore, the teams announced Thursday.
    M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore hosted a soccer match between D.C. United and Inter Miami earlier this year.
    Why the Commanders are resisting calls to add a receiver — for now
    Why hasn’t Washington bought an insurance package at receiver yet? It needs time, not reinforcements.
    Commanders receiver Jaylin Lane caught 16 passes in 15 games during his rookie season in 2025.
    Ravens WR Zay Flowers is growing into an elite receiver. Are more touchdowns next?
    Zay Flowers is the best receiver the Ravens have ever drafted, but there’s one area where he’s struggled.
    Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers has 237 catches for 3,128 yards and 14 touchdowns in a three-year career.
    Gov. Moore announces fast-tracked admissions for unenrolled Howard University students
    Students unenrolled from Howard University last week may now receive financial and application support from the University System of Maryland.
    Thursday, May 28, 2026 — University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) campus in Catonsville.
    Where Mike Elias and the Orioles stand ahead of the trade deadline
    Every game is important at this time of year. But with the Orioles on the fence between buying, selling or both, it’s all magnified.
    Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias speaks prior to a ribbon cutting for the new Orioles Player Development Complex at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida in February.
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