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    The Herndon Climb: Naval Academy students end plebe life with a slick tradition
    The plebes, or first-year Naval Academy students, have climbed the Herndon Monument every year since 1962 to signify end of the plebe life and the beginning of fourth-class midshipmen life.
    Plebes complete the annual Herndon Climb at the Annapolis Naval Academy on May 15, 2024. The climb symbolizes their completion of  their freshman year. This year’s class completed the task in two hours, 19 minutes, and 11 seconds.
    Park Heights has a strained history with Pimlico. Now, they share the same hope for revitalization.
    The state has committed to rebuilding Pimlico — and revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood. Both have waited too long.
    Horses and their handlers prepare to ride during the George E. Mitchell Black-Eyed Susan Stakes at Pimlico on May 19, 2023.
    Election day 2024 recap: Scott beats Sheila Dixon in Democratic mayoral primary
    A recap of Maryland's primary Election Day -- winners, reaction from voters and more.
    Mayor Brandon Scott addresses crowd after win over Sheila Dixon in primary election.
    All Maryland election results: Senate, Baltimore mayor, presidential race and more
    See results for Maryland elections, including 2024 primaries for U.S. Senate, Baltimore mayor's race, U.S. president, Baltimore City Council and more.
    Jon Meoli: It’s been 6 years since Anthony Santander’s Orioles Rule 5 saga ended. He has no regrets.
    The Orioles showed faith in Santander when he was still a raw, young player fighting through injury.
    Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander points to the sky after hitting a home run in April.
    Orioles-Blue Jays game Tuesday postponed due to rain, setting up July doubleheader
    The Orioles and Blue Jays are scheduled to play Wednesday at 12:35 p.m., but rain is still in the forecast for much of the day.
    Baltimore Orioles staffers take shelter from the rain during a game against against the Kansas City Royals at Camden Yards on April 2, 2024.
    Why the Orioles swapped Heston Kjerstad for Kyle Stowers | Banner Baseball Show
    Paul Mancano and Danielle Allentuck break down Baltimore’s recent roster moves. Tune in live at 10 a.m.
    Adley Rutschman homers twice, but Orioles bats otherwise quiet in loss to Blue Jays
    Baltimore dropped back-to-back games for just the third time this season.
    Baltimore Orioles’ Adley Rutschman watches his home run during the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday.
    Bob Baffert’s Muth, not Derby winner Mystik Dan, is favorite for Preakness
    After initially expressing reservations about running his colt back on such short rest, trainer Kenny McPeek saw positive results in training and at the feed tub, and decided to give Mystik Dan a shot at Pimlico Race Course.
    The post draw for the 149th Preakness Stakes. Courtesy of the Maryland Jockey Club.
    A new scooter company will be coming to Baltimore in July. Who will it be?
    After Superpedestrian suddenly went out of business at the end of last year, Baltimore’s transportation department will bring in another scooter company.
    Superpedestrian, the company behind the yellow Link scooters on Baltimore’s streets, suddenly went out of business at the end of 2023.
    Orioles reshuffle outfield by calling up Kyle Stowers, reinstating Austin Hays
    To make room on the roster, the Orioles optioned Heston Kjerstad to Triple-A and designated Ryan McKenna for assignment.
    Orioles outfielder Kyle Stowers throws the ball during a spring training session at Ed Smith Stadium in February.
    A matter of inches: Howard Street tunnel project to clear path for double-stacked cargo trains
    Once rehabilitated, the Howard Street freight rail tunnel will be a game changer for the Port of Baltimore.
    CSX is raising the height clearance at the Howard Street Tunnel and other choke points so that it can accommodate double-stacked cargo freight trains. The work comes nearly a quarter-century after an underground chemical fire in the tunnel shut down parts of downtown for nearly a week.
    Ravens will face Chiefs in NFL season opener
    Baltimore will face the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 5 at Arrowhead Stadium.
    Ravens QB Lamar Jackson reacts after catching his own tipped pass in the AFC Championship game as Kansas City’s George Karlaftis looks on.
    Gunnar Henderson wants to beat his opponent, and get their autograph in a jersey swap
    The shortstop is prepping his future man cave with jerseys from Shohei Ohtani, Mike Trout, Corbin Carroll and others
    Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson “revs the engine” in a game against the Los Angeles Angels on Opening Day at Camden Yards on Thursday, March 28, 2024. The Baltimore Orioles won their first game of the season, 11-3, against the Angels.
    Orioles’ defensive problems contribute to rare lopsided loss against Diamondbacks
    Arizona avoided a sweep at Camden Yards that included a 33-minute rain delay with a 9-2 win Sunday.
    Adley Rutschman of the Orioles watches the flight of his sixth-inning home run.
    Minecraft meets Baltimore in scaled, playable map
    Map details include walking paths in Patterson Park and Federal Hill Park, winding suburban roads and a swimmable Inner Harbor.
    Map details include walking paths in Patterson Park and Federal Hill Park, winding suburban roads and a swimmable Inner Harbor.
    Craig Kimbrel returns to high-leverage role as Orioles beat Diamondbacks in 11 innings
    By stranding the inherited runner and working around a hit batter, Kimbrel gave the Orioles an opportunity in the bottom half of the 11th — an opportunity Jordan Westburg pounced on.
    Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser scores the winning run on a hit by Jordan Westburg in the 11th inning Saturday at Camden Yards.
    Orioles douse Diamondbacks 4-2 with help from steady Jordan Westburg
    Yennier Cano got the save after struggling closer Craig Kimbrel pitched the seventh inning.
    Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander is greeted by Jorge Mateo after scoring on a groundout during the second inning.
    Lamar Jackson failed to do the Baltimore accent. There’s no shame in that, hon.
    Lamar was not set up for success.
    Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) reacts after an incomplete toss during overtime against the Indianapolis Colts at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.
    Make the most of Pimlico: Tips for attending Preakness 2024
    The third Saturday in May at Old Hilltop is worth experiencing at least once if you’ve never been. Here’s a guide on where to sit and how to get to the track, with some tips for the best way to experience this historic event.
    National Treasure (No. 1), ridden by jockey John Velazquez, sprints down the track during the 2023 Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
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