The latest from Hayes Gardner
At Pimlico’s demolition, Moore stakes Baltimore’s claim on Triple Crown
Maryland has earmarked $500 million for horse racing infrastructure, a rare public investment into the industry. As crews work to demolish and rebuild Pimlico by the 2027 Preakness, the countdown is on.
Moore to Trump: Come visit Baltimore
“Donald Trump, if you are not willing to walk our community, keep our name out of your mouth,” Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday, before extending an official invitation for the president to visit Baltimore.
Six Flags America closing: What happens to 5 miles of coaster, 500 acres of land?
Six Flags America in Bowie, home to Wild One and eight other coasters, was stamped a “noncore” property this year by its parent company, which is selling the 523-acre tract.
Under Armour’s old Tide Point headquarters, now a ghost town, tentatively has buyer
Tide Point, formerly Under Armour’s headquarters, has sat mostly vacant since the company relocated to Baltimore Peninsula last year.
Baltimore shipping channel reopens after cargo ship explosion near Key Bridge site
The Fort McHenry Federal Channel in Baltimore reopened after a Monday evening explosion aboard a cargo ship near the site of the Key Bridge.
Cargo ship sends mayday after explosion near Key Bridge, no injuries reported
A cargo ship near the site of the Key Bridge caught on fire and sent out a mayday call.
Steel pieces integral to rebuilding Key Bridge arrive in Baltimore
Beginning in September, engineers will test long, cylindrical columns that will ultimately form the new Key Bridge’s base.
Mark Fetting, former CEO of Legg Mason, was a champion of Baltimore
Mark Fetting, who passionately supported his three children, adored Stephen Sondheim’s music, died Saturday morning after a heart attack. He was 70-years-old.
Iconic Pimlico stall is too termite-damaged to be fully preserved, state says
As Maryland rebuilds Pimlico, demolition is underway, including the historic Stall 40, once home to Derby champions.
It’s official: Frederick Keys are an Orioles affiliate again
The road to Camden Yards, once again, passes through Frederick.
Bit by bit, what’s left of the Key Bridge is coming down
Sixteen months after the bridge’s main span was knocked down by a massive container ship, killing six construction workers, demolition of the remaining structures has begun.
The Aberdeen-IronBirds baseball breakup comes to a head this week
The Aberdeen IronBirds, in a long feud with the city, appear likely to move to Frederick, a deal apparently set to be announced this week.
McLaren revs up in Baltimore with new Tradepoint Atlantic facility
McLaren’s “high-performance luxury supercars” are manufactured in England, but workers in Dundalk will soon apply finishing touches at a McLaren-specific facility at Tradepoint Atlantic.
Pimlico demolition set to begin Thursday, kicking off ambitious rebuild timeline
The Preakness Stakes will be held next year at Laurel Park and is “expected to return” to Pimlico in 2027, according to the news release.
Why is underground Baltimore burning? City Council hearing yields no answer.
City leaders hope third-party investigator can figure out why Baltimore’s manholes keep exploding.
Months after unveiling new headquarters in Baltimore, T. Rowe Price is laying off employees
For the third time in three years, Baltimore-based T. Rowe Price is laying off employees. The firm has not specified how many jobs will be cut.
Baltimore’s 19th-century underground pipes are literally bursting into flames
The 19th-century pipes underground in Baltimore City are bursting into flames, and the city and BGE are pointing fingers instead of finding a solution.
New tax on gold and silver poses existential threat to Maryland bullion shops
As Annapolis faced a budget deficit, officials opted to tax gold and silver purchases. Bullion store owners say that decision could prompt stores to close down.
Monthslong demolition of Key Bridge remnants to begin July 7
The remaining portions of the Francis Scott Key Bridge will finally be demolished beginning in July.
Killing AC on idle days at Camden Yards can mean payday for state, relief for energy grid
The region’s grid saw its highest peak demand since 2011. Paying big Maryland users to power down is one way to relieve that strain.