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Instead of a robot apocalypse, Skynet may just want to bring us ice cream
BALTIMORE — There’s a lot of hysteria about artificial intelligence becoming too intelligent. Mystics and philosophers have seen visions of robots taking over the world. Before we become overwhelmed by theories about the technological apocalypse, have we considered robots may simply want to bring us ice cream instead of destruction?
The Baltimore Orioles brought rookie Heston Kjerstad back from the concussion injured list a week after he was hit in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch
Baltimore Orioles rookie Heston Kjerstad returned to action on Saturday after being cleared from the seven-day concussion injured list. Kjerstad was struck in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from New York Yankees’ Clay Holmes during a game on July 12, prompting both teams to clear their benches. The Orioles outfielder was placed on the concussion-injured list the next day.
Boat Fire Reported in Sparrows Point
-photo courtesy of North Point Volunteer Fire Department- Crews from the North Point Volunteer Fire Department [NPVFD] and the Baltimore County Marine Emergency Unit 269 [MU269} responded to a reported boat fire at Pleasant Yacht Club in the 1800 block of Wharf Road. The Sparrows Point fire was reported on...
Car crashes into northeast Baltimore home, trapping family inside
A car crashed into a northeast Baltimore home, trapping people inside. The family who lives in the Knell Avenue home said there were four people inside Saturday night when the car crashed into the side of the house. One teenager and an adult were able to get out of the home on their own, while two other adults were trapped in the basement.
Baltimore Man Sentenced to Seven Consecutive Life Sentences for Triple Murder in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, PA—Christopher Van Johnson, 36, of Baltimore, Maryland, was sentenced on July 17, 2024, to seven consecutive life sentences for his role in the brutal murders of three individuals on…
Town passes ordinance cracking down on illicit discharges
EASTON — An ordinance that will crack down on the dumping and spillage of certain discharges in Easton is set to take effect in early August. The Easton Town Council unanimously passed an illicit discharge ordinance on Monday following discussions of the item at three public meetings. Town Engineer Rick Van Emburgh worked to put the ordinance together, emphasizing that the only discharge that should end up in the street is rainwater. ...
Fans reject John Harbaugh’s bold vision for Lamar Jackson
Some NFL fans felt like Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh’s recent comments about Lamar Jackson may have gone a little overboard. Harbaugh spoke to reporters Sunday after the Ravens’ first day of training camp at Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. The 61-year-old coach used the opportunity to go off on Jackson’s... The post Fans reject John Harbaugh’s bold vision for Lamar Jackson appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ravens, Chargers May Trade for Five-Time Pro Bowler
The Baltimore Ravens or Los Angeles Chargers may trade for five-time Pro Bowler wide receiver, Amari Cooper. According to a report, there’s a new viral rumor that Cooper could be holding out as training camp is around the corner so it’ll be interesting to see how deep he will go. It shouldn’t surprise anyone if he does since he doesn’t have a new deal as he’s entering his final year. He’s been the Browns’ best receiver on the roster after finishing the 2o23 campaign, catching 72 passes for 1,250 yards and five touchdowns.
Ravens Kick Off 2024 Training Camp in Baltimore With Eye on Super Bowl Redemption
The Baltimore Ravens have ushered in the 2024 season with the start of their training camp, welcoming veterans early Saturday morning who are joining the eager rookies at the team facility. As reported by CBS News Baltimore, the full squad is to assemble on the field for the initial practice session on Sunday, setting the stage for a campaign filled with high aspirations following their AFC Championship Game departure against the Kansas City Chiefs last year.
Zay Flowers says NFL rivals ‘gotta worry’ with Derrick Henry joining Lamar Jackson in Baltimore Ravens backfield
THE Baltimore Ravens already boasted one of the NFL's most dominant offenses, but they got much scarier this offseason. In one of the best moves of free agency, the Ravens signed running back Derrick Henry as their newest ball carrier. The Ravens already had a dominant running game, not from...
Competitors gorge on ice cream in South Mountain Creamery eating contest
Competitors at an ice cream eating contest at South Mountain Creamery in Middletown on Saturday had to eat 10 scoops, plus a lot more. The five scoops of vanilla and five scoops of birthday cake ice cream were topped with crumbled brownie, Froot Loops cereal, chocolate chips, gummy animals, sprinkles, whipped cream, and caramel and chocolate sauces. Each portion weighed an estimate five to six ...
Payroll implications of the Orioles buying at the trade deadline
It has been a long time since the Orioles have been subject to MLB's luxury tax. Nearly 25 years, in fact. First implemented in the 1996 CBA, the Orioles led the league in luxury tax dollars paid between 1997-1999, forking over $10.6 million in total. Just 8 teams were forced to pay the tax in that timeframe, with the Yankees being the only other organization to contribute more than $3 million.
Ravens rookie CB T.J. Tampa to miss start of training camp after hernia surgery
The Baltimore Ravens have their entire team at training camp, but they kicked off Day 1 without two key rookie contributors: Adisa Isaac and cornerback T.J. Tampa. Tampa could miss time to start his first training camp after having off-season hernia surgery. Ravens rookie CB T. J. Tampa had hernia surgery after minicamp. So Tampa, who is on PUP list, will be sidelined for few more weeks — Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) July 21, 2024 Tampa started every game for the Cyclones the past two seasons and was named to the first-team All-Big 12 squad as a senior after recording 44 tackles, nine passes defended, and a pair of interceptions. Baltimore doubled up at cornerback because the value was too good, selecting Tampa out of Iowa State in the fourth round. The former Iowa State defensive back offers elite range, size, and leaping ability. The Ravens have their projected starting cornerbacks in Marlon Humphrey and Brandon Stephens, but Tampa will compete for snaps with Nate Wiggins, Arthur Maulet, and others. Tampa and Wiggins were roommates at the Combine and got to know each other.
WATCH: Derrick Henry's first day of Training Camp with the Ravens
OWINGS MILLS (WBFF) — It's hard to miss Derrick Henry out there on the field, and all eyes were on the Ravens newest offseason addition today. King Henry arrived to the castle Saturday with the rest of the Ravens veterans ready to continue a big offseason here in Owings Mills.
Cano gets his season back on track
Orioles right-handed reliever Yennier Cano is a pretty important pitcher in the Baltimore bullpen. He has three saves this season but has made most of his appearances as a setup man in the eighth inning. While some numbers for him are not as good as last season when he was...
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