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Danny Dietrich Making Dirt Late Model Debut At Hagerstown Speedway
Count Danny Dietrich as the latest open-wheel standout to try his hand in Dirt Late Model racing. The Pennsylvania Posse Sprint Car standout will make his debut in the fendered discipline on July 28 at Hagerstown (Md.) Speedway as part of the half-mile's Frank Sagi Tribute live on FloRacing. Dietrich...
Plastic Bags Banned in Annapolis, Drive-Thrus May Be Next
The Annapolis City Council has passed legislation banning the use of plastic bags in most businesses, a move that does not quite align with a new Anne Arundel County law The bill, sponsored by Alderman Rob Savidge of Ward 7, was approved by a 7-1 vote and will take effect on January 22, 2025. Under this new law, grocery stores and other retailers will no longer provide free plastic bags, offering paper bags for 10 cents each instead. Exemptions include farmers markets, businesses providing fresh flowers, dry cleaners, pharmacies, and bulk items such as vegetables, nuts, and seafood. Alderman DaJuan Gay of Ward 6, the sole “no” vote, had proposed an amendment to exempt low-income residents, but it was defeated 5-3.
Orioles could risk busting team chemistry by moving a veteran hitter at trade deadline
The Orioles know that they're going to need some help on the pitching side at the trade deadline, which is now less than a week away. Starters John Means, Kyle Bradish, and Tyler Wells are out for the season recovering from Tommy John surgery and the rotation is decimated. The team desperately needs an arm to go next to staff ace Corbin Burnes.
Demo work starts on Veterans Park renovations
A project discussed at a Dundalk meeting in January has begun. Crews demolished the pavilion in Veterans Park, the first step in a renovation project at the park. A vision for those renovations was provided by community members gathered in the Dundalk High School auditorium in January. Residents shared their thoughts on the Veterans Park renovation project at the meeting. ...
Lamar Jackson returns from illness to participate in part of Baltimore's practice
BALTIMORE -- Quarterback Lamar Jackson practiced Wednesday for the Baltimore Ravens after he missed the first three sessions of training camp because he was sick.Jackson did head back inside before practice was over, but the reigning NFL MVP's presence for at least some of it was obviously welcome."It's great having him there," offensive coordinator Todd Monken said. "I'm not tied in to where he's at at this moment, but it was great to have him back in meetings and on the field."Coach John Harbaugh wasn't available after the practice. Monken did speak and said Jackson's absence hasn't set the offense back at this early stage of camp."We had all offseason. Lamar was a part of that," Monken said. "But it was great for the other quarterbacks to get the work."Jackson claimed his second MVP award last season and led the Ravens to the AFC Championship Game.
Chargers Training Camp Notebook: Jesse Minter Eager to Unlock Defense's Potential
L.A.’s new defensive coordinator is well aware of the talent within his unit but still believes there’s a higher bar to reach for. Plus, more sights and sounds from the team’s opening day of practice.
Baltimore Peninsula Adds Two New Office Tenants at Rye Street Market
The Baltimore Peninsula development team, led by MAG Partners and MacFarlane Partners, in partnership with Sagamore Ventures and the Urban Investment Group within Goldman Sachs Asset Management, announced two new office leases at Rye Street Market. The two leases totaling 14,000 square feet, were signed with Longeviti Neuro Solutions, a...
City bill would position Baltimore for Key Bridge financial restitution
BALTIMORE — On Monday night, the Baltimore City Council put forth a bill to prime Baltimore for potential economic recompense following the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in March. “[The bill] provides the city the opportunity to pursue actions moving forward, for the best interests of Baltimore,” Nick Mosby,...
Actor Kevin Spacey's Baltimore waterfront home set for Thursday auction
BALTIMORE - The multi-million dollar Baltimore home of award-winning actor Kevin Spacey is set to go up for auction Thursday morning.The waterfront home in the gated Harborview community, valued at $5.65 million, will go public outside of the Baltimore Circuit County, according to our media partner at The Baltimore Banner. A debt collection firm has been trying to foreclose on Spacey's home and sell the house for more than two years but the two previously scheduled auctions were canceled.The auction house is suggesting an opening bid at $1.5 million with a $100,000 deposit.Spacey, who has been living in the Baltimore waterfront...
Desmond Gardner Convicted Of Murdering Maryland Father
Parris Harris, 19, has been found guilty of the first-degree murder of Desmond Gardner in January 2023 following a three-day trial earlier this month. According to prosecutors, on Jan. 26, 2023, Gardner was ambushed by three people - including Harris - who fired more than 20 shots at him in the 3400 block of Spelman Road in the Cherry Hill neighborhood.
Apprenticeship program opens doors for students looking to take the next step
Giving young people options, opportunity and hope. That’s what this tour is about here at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers training facility in Southwest Baltimore.
3 volunteers sworn in to serve on new Baltimore LGBTQ commission
A familiar face to 11 News viewers was among three people sworn in to a new role serving the city. Three volunteers were sworn in Wednesday to serve on the Baltimore LGBTQ Commission to advise the mayor, City Council and city agencies about an array of issues and policy decisions that affect the city's LGBTQ+ communities.
Annapolis library opens new driving simulator
Usually, libraries offer more than just free books — you can often find free tools and other educational resources. But this Maryland library wants to teach you how to drive without leaving the building. Earlier this month, the Anne Arundel County Public Library unveiled a new driving simulator at...
Ravens Had to ‘Pull the Reins In’ on Breakout Candidate at Training Camp
Head coach John Harbaugh wants intensity from the Baltimore Ravens, but not it if it puts quarterbacks at risk during training camp. Harbaugh had to “pull the reins in” on edge-rusher Odafe Oweh during practice, because the breakout candidate was getting a little too close to those who call football’s most important position home.
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