They’ve spent decades at Laurel Park. Now the racetrack may be in its final days
An unresolved deal might end nearly 115 years of thoroughbred races at Laurel Park and transform the place into a horse training facility.
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From U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen’s exposé of FBI Director Kash Patel, to bets for this weekend’s Preakness Stakes, Dan Rodricks shares his thoughts on a few things nobody asked about.
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The Daily Dispatch Quiz — May 14, 2026
Today’s topics include: a surgeon’s controversial FDA exit; a new future for the Governor’s Mansion?; bikes bring unexpected childhood benefits.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball appoints acting police chief
Acting Chief Terrence Benn takes over as head of the Howard County Police Department following the retirement of former chief Gregory Der.
As federal regulations change, see Maryland’s key cannabis statistics
The Justice Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration announced the recognition and medical use of marijuana April 23.
Cash program aims to prevent youth homelessness in Baltimore
After a successful pilot, a program giving cash to young people at risk for homelessness comes to Baltimore via Point Source Youth.
A challenge for young Marylanders: Getting – and keeping – health insurance
For many young adults, the transition to independent health insurance involves navigating extensive processes with limited support.
Former Hopkins surgeon Marty Makary resigns as FDA commissioner
Former Hopkins surgeon Dr. Marty Makary resigned as FDA commissioner after 13 months leading the federal agency.
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — May 13, 2026
Today’s topics include: history-making Orioles official steps down; data centers spark city showdown; key actions in Key Bridge case.
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They’ve spent decades at Laurel Park. Now the racetrack may be in its final days
An unresolved deal might end nearly 115 years of thoroughbred races at Laurel Park and transform the place into a horse training facility.
With Preakness in Laurel, Baltimoreans to keep tradition alive locally at music and arts festival
Organizers of a community festival this weekend hope to keep the spirit of Preakness alive along Park Heights Avenue, even as the annual horse racing event temporarily shifts to Laurel Park this year.
Hot Plate: Preakness parties, spirit tastings, Biggie at Sally O’s and more
From Preakness to picnics, the Baltimore restaurant community is full of celebrations this week. Here’s a look at what’s on tap.
Maryland youth prison hired out Black boys to farmers, factories
The House of Reformation for Colored Boys in Cheltenham, Maryland contracted out Black boys to farms and factories, part of a systemic pattern of forced child labor that played out over more than 60 years at the facility.
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — May 15, 2026
Today’s topics include: weapons targeted in County; gangster makes royal exit; city issues environmental edict.
Friday Morning Headlines: Judge to decide on proposed Maryland ICE facility; Woman found dead inside Catonsville home; Ravens to play in Rio next seasion; and more.
Judge to decide on proposed Maryland ICE facility; Woman found dead inside Catonsville home; Ravens to play in Rio next seasion
Friday Morning Headlines: Judge to decide on proposed Maryland ICE facility; Woman found dead inside Catonsville home; Ravens to play in Rio next seasion; and more.
Judge to decide on proposed Maryland ICE facility; Woman found dead inside Catonsville home; Ravens to play in Rio next seasion
Choosing Kindness: Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School’s Fourth Grade Wonder Unit
At Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School, learning goes far beyond the classroom. As part of their Wonder unit, fourth grade students explored themes of kindness, empathy, inclusion, and understanding through meaningful conversations and personal stories shared by guests with a wide range of disabilities and experiences. Based on the beloved novel Wonder by R.J. Palacio,…
Thursday Morning Headlines: 20 residents displaced in Towson apartment fire; The best Preakness fashion for men; Ed Hale’s plan to monetize the governor’s mansion; and more.
20 residents displaced in Towson apartment fire; The best Preakness fashion for men; Ed Hale’s plan to monetize the governor’s mansion
Wednesday Afternoon Headlines: Maryland explores ownership of Preakness brand for $85M; Baltimore County struggles to build affordable homes; Law enforcement caution against water gun game trend; and more.
Exclusive: Maryland explores ownership of Preakness brand for $85M — The Baltimore Sun Baltimore County needs 19,000 new affordable homes. It has struggled to build 1,000. — The Baltimore Banner Maryland law enforcement warn high school students about “senior assassin” game — WJZ Northbound I-95 lanes in Baltimore shut down due to vehicle crash, fuel…
Wednesday Morning Headlines: Van Hollen confronts Kash Patel over alcohol; BWI-bound Southwest flight diverted after windshield crack; Officer rescues abandoned dog from Dundalk roof; and more.
Southwest Airlines flight bound for BWI diverted after windshield crack – FOX Baltimore/WBFF-TV New law signed in Balitmore County to hold “reckless pet owners” accountable – CBS Baltimore 2 foreign companies, supervisor indicted by feds in Key Bridge collapse, after state reaches $2.5 billion settlement – ABC News Md. Senator Chris Van Hollen confronts Kash…
Tuesday Afternoon Headlines: Feds charge ship operator and employee for Key Bridge collapse; Hopkins to help hantavirus response; Baltimore bill seeks to curb illegal cannabis sales; and more.
Operator of ship involved in Baltimore’s Key Bridge collapse faces federal charges: “Violation of international law” — WJZ Biocontainment unit at Johns Hopkins Hospital prepares to help in response to hantavirus — WBAL Baltimore City Council bill evokes padlock law for illegal cannabis sales — The Baltimore Sun Immigrant shot by ICE cannot be deported…
