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Four Ravens Join Trump at $3.7B Investment Event — 1dPresident Donald Trump recognized four Baltimore Ravens players at a Baltimore County event promoting Anduril Industries’ planned $3.7 billion submarine-components facility, which is expected to create more than 3,100 jobs. The players’ appearance and Trump’s greetings to injured quarterback Lamar Jackson sparked online debate, with some fans calling it a jinx and others defending the players’ attendance.

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Food policy changes advance in Texas, Baltimore, CongressPolitics — 2dBaltimore’s new Community Healthy Food Access Act offers grants of up to $250,000 to eligible small retailers in underserved areas to stock fresh food, with additional support for larger grocers and community food initiatives. Separately, a proposed federal bill would fund partnerships between community health centers and food-assistance nonprofits to improve patients’ access to food.

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Orioles cut mascot jobs in private payroll reset — 3hBaltimore ends the dedicated Mr. Splash role and lays off the Oriole Bird performer in a business-side reshaping after a 79-win year, drawing sharp fan pushback while the club keeps the Bird Bath alive.

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Jared Kim After a 79-win season this feels like the wrong place to cut costs when the Bird and Mr. Splash helped keep families coming.

12-Year-Old Girl Killed, Three Adults Wounded in Baltimore ShootingWorld — 4dA 12-year-old girl was killed and three adults were wounded when two men allegedly exchanged gunfire during a dispute over a parking space at a youth football event at Baltimore’s Leon Day Park. The adults’ injuries were not life-threatening, and police were searching for the shooters; no arrests had been reported.

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Ravens Merchandise Highlights Jerseys, ApparelSports — 5dThe Baltimore Ravens’ official shop features fan apparel ranging from an oversized hoodie and two-pack of crew socks to game jerseys for Olaivavega Ioane and Nate Wiggins. Its alternate jersey collection highlights a purple “Purple Rising” design with iridescent details and Baltimore-inspired imagery.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Jackson Could Miss Multiple Games With Ankle Sprain — 3dLamar Jackson left Baltimore’s 24-18 win over Tennessee at halftime after injuring his left ankle on a sack, despite throwing for more than 220 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. He wore a walking boot after the game, and the Ravens said they were awaiting further evaluation to determine the injury’s severity and his availability.

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MLB Clock Violations Fall to 387; Baz Leads — 3dBaltimore’s Shane Baz led MLB pitchers with six pitch-clock violations, while Yankees batter José Caballero led hitters with four; the Orioles and Giants tied for the most team violations. Overall violations continued to decline, falling to 387 this season from 1,048 in the pitch clock’s 2023 debut.

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Rachel Meyers Caballero topping hitters with four makes sense since batters keep stepping out too much.

Titans 0-4 After Ravens Loss, Saleh Backs Ward — 3dThe winless Tennessee Titans fell to 0-4 after a 24-18 loss to Baltimore, with turnovers and failed goal-line chances undermining an otherwise competitive defensive effort. Coach Robert Saleh praised Cam Ward’s progress and expressed confidence in his future, while acknowledging the team must cut costly mistakes and improve in key situations.

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Winless Titans’ Cam Ward threatens press walkout — 3dAfter Tennessee’s 24-18 loss to Baltimore dropped the Titans to 0-4, quarterback Cam Ward was caught on the team livestream warning he might leave his postgame press conference because reporters had not arrived. The clip drew criticism amid scrutiny of his 3-18 record as a starter, though some observers said his frustration was understandable given the reporters’ delay; Ward stayed and answered questions about the loss.

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Orioles top Yankees 10-2 in one game, fall 6-3 in other — Sep 25, 2026The Baltimore Orioles beat the New York Yankees 10-2, powered by home runs from Pete Alonso, Dylan Beavers and Jeremiah Jackson. Alonso homered twice as Baltimore pulled away with a multi-run fourth inning.

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Nicole Hardy Splitting with the Yankees after the big first game win feels like a missed chance overall.

Mets’ Stearns says he gets no mulligans on Alonso exit — Sep 28, 2026Stearns said he gets no mulligans on letting Alonso leave after the Mets' 74-88 last-place finish; Alonso hit 43 homers and 113 RBIs for Baltimore.

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Chris Dalton Stearns has no excuse for letting Alonso go after that kind of production in Baltimore.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Martindale Offers Help to Cowboys DC Parker — Sep 30, 2026Wink Martindale criticized Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker as “outclassed” and offered to help, pointing to Dallas’ poor defensive start and its coverage on the decisive play in a loss to Baltimore. Coach Brian Schottenheimer defended the play call, saying the defense needed to execute, while injuries have also hampered the unit.

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Rain Forces Orioles-Blue Jays Doubleheader With Scherzer Starting — Sep 22, 2026Tuesday's Blue Jays-Orioles game was postponed by rain in Baltimore; they play a split doubleheader Wednesday with Max Scherzer expected to start game one.

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Rachel Meyers Doubleheaders wear out the pitching staff fast, and having Scherzer start one might help Baltimore's chances.

Twin brothers umpire first MLB doubleheader together — Sep 23, 2026Identical twin umpires Austin and Tyler Jones worked together in the major leagues for the first time, officiating both games of a Baltimore Orioles–Toronto Blue Jays doubleheader. The brothers, who had previously umpired together only in the minors, said sharing the experience was a long-held dream.

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Ravens Beat Cowboys 34-31 on Late Field Goal — Sep 25, 2026The Ravens overcame an early 10-point deficit to lead the Cowboys 17-13 at halftime in Rio, with Derrick Henry scoring twice and Baltimore’s defense tightening. The team’s broader early-season concerns include costly penalties that erase productive plays, along with shaky pass protection and special-teams execution.

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Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Springboks, All Blacks Set for Baltimore Series Decider — Sep 10, 2026The Springboks hold a 2-1 series lead heading into the final Test in Baltimore against the All Blacks, who must overturn the deficit to level the series and build momentum for the World Cup cycle. The U.S.-hosted clash marks a landmark for rugby in America with World Rugby backing and potential future fixtures, while analysts and former players highlight tactical factors and the importance of a strong start.

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Dana Whitfield The All Blacks must start fast in Baltimore or the Springboks will seal the series and take real momentum into the World Cup cycle.

Brewers Set Franchise Record With 98th Win — Sep 21, 2026The Milwaukee Brewers set a franchise-record with their 98th win by shutting out the Baltimore Orioles 3-0 to complete a sweep and secure the NL Central while holding the majors' best record. William Contreras homered, Cooper Pratt drove in two, Jackson Chourio joined the 20-20-20 club to start his career, and Trevor Megill earned the save as Jacob Misiorowski worked a brief, workload-managed start.

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Marcus Bell Chourio hitting the 20-20-20 mark so early is a big reason this team keeps breaking records.

Orioles place Jackson Holliday on injured list for second time this season — Sep 16, 2026Jackson Holliday was placed on the 10-day injured list with left wrist inflammation and will be eligible to return around Sept. 25, forcing Baltimore to lean on Jeremiah Jackson at second base with Jose Barrero being recalled to bolster infield depth. The move comes as the Orioles near the end of the season with upcoming series against the Yankees and Brewers, while Holliday’s absence has already shifted lineup planning and depth options.

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Nicole Hardy Bringing Barrero back helps the infield depth but this timing with the Yankees series makes it tougher overall.

Orioles Rally in Ninth but Fall to Brewers 6-5 in Extras — Sep 19, 2026The Orioles’ late-season push remains hampered by a flawed roster, flawed fundamentals, and costly misplays from Rece Hinds, as the team’s depth and decision-making are repeatedly scrutinized while the bullpen keeps them in games only to see late leads slip in extra innings against Milwaukee. With elimination looming, Baltimore fights to stay alive in the wild-card race, but continued offensive droughts and baserunning errors highlight a rebuilding process under fire from fans and critics alike.

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Elena Vasquez Our bullpen keeps fighting to hold leads but the lack of depth and those late extra inning mistakes are killing our wild card hopes.

Beavers, Mayo Power Orioles Past Blue Jays 7-4 — Sep 12, 2026Dylan Beavers moved into the leadoff spot and homered on the second pitch, driving in three as the Orioles beat the Blue Jays 7-4, with Coby Mayo contributing a solo homer and multi-run support. The win, aided by Beavers’ hot stretch and Baltimore’s early five-run outburst, keeps the Orioles within reach of a wild-card berth.

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Rachel Meyers Mayo's solo homer added some cushion but the five-run first inning really decided this one against Toronto.

Orioles Place Kyle Bradish on 15-Day Injured List, Ending Regular Season — Sep 12, 2026The Orioles placed Kyle Bradish on the 15-day injured list with lower abdominal discomfort, ending his regular season as Yaramil Hiraldo was called up to fill his spot. Bradish’s late-season struggles—five earned runs in three innings in Toronto, a rising ERA, and debates over innings limits and shutdown considerations—have left Baltimore just three games back of the final wild-card spot and sparked questions about how the team should manage him going into the playoffs.

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Marcus Bell They should shut him down completely now instead of pushing innings limits and risking more trouble in October.

Major Bridge Collapses in Baltimore After Cargo Ship Slams Into ItReporting — Mar 26, 2024A search and rescue mission is underway in Baltimore, Maryland, after a major bridge collapsed. Early Tuesday morning, a Singapore-flagged cargo ship, the Dali, was leaving Baltimore when it slammed into the Francis…

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Manhunt Underway After Mass Shooting at Baltimore UniversityReporting — Oct 4, 2023Five people were wounded Tuesday night in a shooting at Morgan State University in Baltimore that has police seeking whoever did the shooting. The incident took place at about 9:25 p.m., Baltimore Police Commissioner…

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More Than 10 Baltimore Schools Failed to Produce a Single Student Proficient in MathReporting — Sep 22, 2023More than 10 schools in Baltimore, Maryland, failed to produce a single student who was proficient in math. Out of 32 high schools that took the Maryland state math exam earlier this year, 13 Baltimore City Public…

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