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Should the Ravens go after CB Jaire Alexander? | Banner Ravens Podcast
The two-time Pro Bowler became a free agent this week.
Orioles minority team owner Cal Ripken Jr., along with the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation and MLB’s Nike RBI program, launched an initiative Thursday to expand access to the sport for youth around the country.
Inspired by dad’s coaching, Cal Ripken Jr.’s foundation focuses on leading next generation of ballplayers
Ripken announced a partnership with MLB’s Nike RBI program that will expand the reach of the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation.
Two drug distributors, McKesson and AmerisourceBergen, were found liable last year for their role in Baltimore’s deadly opioid crisis.
Baltimore judge proposes slashing city’s award in opioid verdict
The city could accept the new, lower $52 million award or receive a new trial, the judge proposed.
United Way of Central Maryland will distribute the relief program to qualifying BGE customers starting on July 1.
BGE customers could see up to $750 in bill relief under new Maryland program
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced a partnership between utility companies and nonprofits in the state that will provide $19 million in grants to utility customers.
Hall of Famer and minority team owner Cal Ripken Jr. takes questions from reporters during a baseball clinic at Stadium Place, former site of Baltimore’s Memorial Stadium, on Thursday.
Kyle Goon: ‘Mike’s our guy.’ Cal Ripken Jr. backs Mike Elias as he navigates the choppy waters of ownership
Cal Ripken Jr. is no longer simply a figurehead, and that’s a tougher spot when things aren’t going well with the Orioles.
The MASN logo is seen on a microphone during in March 2024.
MASN to offer MLB.TV bundle as part of direct-to-consumer streaming package
Beginning Thursday, in-market fans can purchase MASN+ directly through MLB.TV for $64.99 for the rest of the season or $19.99 a month, the network announced.
What Brian Matusz’s story is telling us | Banner Baseball Show
Our reporters provide insight into the process of putting together their report on the former Orioles reliever.
Kimco Realty, a New York-based retail real estate company that purchased seven of Columbia’s 10 village centers in 2002, wants to revitalize the Hickory Ridge Village Center.
A Columbia village center needs a facelift. No one agrees on what that means.
Kimco, a New York-based company that owns seven of Columbia’s 10 village centers, wants to revitalize the Hickory Ridge location, but the community can’t agree on what redevelopment should look like.
A Baltimore Police vehicle is seen in Fells Point on April 14, 2024.
No charges for Baltimore Police officers who fatally shot teen, AG says
Three Baltimore Police officers who shot and killed a teenager last year will not face charges, the Maryland Office of the Attorney General said Wednesday.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., left, and Education Secretary Linda McMahon attend a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission Event in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, May 22.
Kennedy’s new CDC panel includes members who have criticized vaccines and spread misinformation
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has named eight new vaccine policy advisers to replace the panel that he abruptly dismissed earlier this week.
Political signs in front of the Anne Arundel County Board of Elections in Glen Burnie last fall.
Anne Arundel Council to redirect $1.25 million from public campaign fund
The Anne Arundel County Council slashed the budget for Steuart Pittman’s $1.5 million proposed investment in the nascent public campaign financing system.
Aaron Yealdhall is the voice behind Skribe, one of the acts that will perform Saturday at the first Annapolis Porchfest.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Porchfest brings a new kind of music festival
Eight front porches in the Homewood-Germantown neighborhood will transform into mini stages Saturday.
Colorful flower crowns were a popular sight at Baltimore Pride on last year.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from a pride parade to an Asian food fest
Whether you want to celebrate Baltimore Pride, immerse yourself in Greek culture or sing along to “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” we’ve got you covered.
Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Brian Matusz works in the second inning of a spring training exhibition baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Wednesday, March 13, 2013, in Fort Myers, Fla.
The unraveling of a former Orioles pitcher
Brian Matusz was once the Baltimore Orioles’ next great hope. How did an ‘all-American’ kid lose his way?
Henry and Ilean Johnson, 64 and 60, dance in between rounds of Midnight Mini Golf at Columbia SportsPark held by the Columbia Association on Friday, Aug. 23rd, 2024.
7 Things to do in Howard County, from a Savage Bluegrass Festival to yoga in the park
Events in Howard County, including Savage Bluegrass Festival, Yoga in the Park, Midnight Mini Golf at Columbia SportsPark and more.
LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 12:  Musician Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys performs onstage at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards held at Staples Center on February 12, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.  (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
God only knows what we lost with Brian Wilson
One of the things I loved most about former Beach Boy Brian Wilson was that he was weird. I mean that as a compliment.
BALTIMORE, MD - OCTOBER 10:  Brian Matusz #17 of the Baltimore Orioles reacts after Mike Moustakas #8 of the Kansas City Royals hit a two run home run to right center field in the tenth inning during Game One of the American League Championship Series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on October 10, 2014 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Brian Matusz struggled with the end of his career. Most athletes do.
Other former Orioles view the death of Brian Matusz, from a suspected drug overdose, as a wake-up call.
Sonia Eaddy, center, conducts a ribbon cutting during the reopening of The Poppleton Recreation Center on Thursday afternoon.
Poppleton Recreation Center gets fresh start inspired by old memories
Dormant for decades, Poppleton Recreation Center, the West Baltimore neighborhood hub reopens Thursday.
Orioles third baseman Ramón Urías bumps forearms with outfielder Cedric Mullins after hitting a two-run homer in the third inning Wednesday night at Camden Yards.
7-run scoring outburst powers Orioles to blowout win over Tigers
The Orioles poured on runs in the eighth inning to turn a frustratingly close affair into one of their few blowout wins this season.
From left to right, Eric, Kelly, Dustin and Colby enjoy crabs from the center field roof deck at Camden Yards on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
These guys love nothing more than crabs, beer and Orioles baseball. They made it happen at Camden Yards.
This group has done it for three years, and it started more conservatively than the feast at their table Wednesday.
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