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After eight seasons with one head coach, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is thriving under new leadership and bringing renewed energy to the team. The two-time MVP says the coaching change feels like a "breath of fresh air" as he builds chemistry with Head Coach Jesse Minter.
The Baltimore Orioles refused to quit, overcoming four separate deficits to beat the Tampa Bay Rays in a thrilling 13-inning marathon. Colton Cowser sealed the comeback with his second walkoff home run in two days.
After bouncing between seven teams and recovering from Tommy John surgery, reliever Rico Garcia is having the season of his life. The Baltimore Orioles pitcher just became the first in modern baseball history to allow only one hit through his first 20 appearances.
A Baltimore County police officer scaled a two-story townhouse roof to save a frightened dog that couldn't get down. Officer A. Flores calmly coaxed the pup to safety before firefighters helped them both back to the ground.
City leaders worldwide are solving big problems by combining data-driven strategy with grassroots partnerships. From cleaning Paris's Seine River to slashing vacant properties, mayors prove local action creates real change.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Anthony Nunez turned his walk off the mound into a creative gender reveal for his brother and sister-in-law watching at home. The heartwarming moment gave the expecting parents their first glimpse at baby number three.
After a frightening injury earlier this season, Baltimore Orioles manager Craig Albernaz turned a scary moment into comedy gold by donning full catcher's gear in the dugout. His lighthearted response to danger shows resilience and humor can go hand in hand.
A firefighter in Baltimore carried a man in a wheelchair to safety after flames broke out in his home. The dramatic rescue was captured on video and shared by local fire officials.
Diego Pavia led Vanderbilt to its first 10-win season and finished second in Heisman voting, but every NFL team passed on him in the draft. Now the Baltimore Ravens are giving the polarizing quarterback a chance to prove he belongs.
Trey Gibson made his Major League debut at one of baseball's most intimidating venues and proved he belongs. The 23-year-old prospect held the Yankees to just three runs over nearly five innings, earning respect in the Bronx.
An Army veteran turned insurance agent is using his business to fund daily cleanups of the Chesapeake Bay, pulling millions of pounds of trash while his viral videos inspire thousands more to do the same. His model shows how businesses can create real environmental change beyond just writing checks.
Former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, who finished second in Heisman voting, earned an invitation to the Baltimore Ravens' rookie minicamp after going undrafted. Despite making history as the first Heisman finalist to go undrafted since 2014, the record-breaking quarterback gets his chance to prove doubters wrong.
Diego Pavia became the first Heisman finalist in 12 years to go undrafted, but his football dreams aren't over. The former Vanderbilt quarterback just earned a chance to prove his worth at the Baltimore Ravens' rookie minicamp.
A former steel mill site in Baltimore is getting nearly $40 million to become a cutting-edge shipping terminal that will create more than 8,000 jobs. The investment will boost the Port of Baltimore's container capacity by 70%.
The Rockefeller Foundation just pledged $100 million to help 10 to 20 million Americans in struggling communities find good jobs in growing industries. The Baltimore summit brought together 250 leaders who announced partnerships that could create 1.6 million jobs nationwide.
The Rockefeller Foundation just launched a $100 million initiative to help connect up to 20 million Americans in struggling communities to quality jobs. The Baltimore event brought together 250 leaders who announced partnerships aimed at creating 1.6 million new positions in growing industries.
Austin Hedges turned his team's victory into a personal celebration when he proposed to his girlfriend on the field after the Cleveland Guardians beat Baltimore 8-4. The beloved catcher had carried the engagement ring since spring training, waiting for the perfect moment.
A drug conviction and jail sentence became the unexpected turning point for Doug Bopst, who transformed from a 200-pound addict into a successful entrepreneur helping thousands. His cellmate's simple workout advice sparked a 17-year journey of recovery and purpose.
A Baltimore church ripped up part of its parking lot and planted 74 native trees to fight flooding and cool polluted rainwater. The mini forest is now helping neighbors tackle climate change one raindrop at a time.
A growing network of creative devices is catching millions of pounds of trash before it reaches our oceans. From adorable googly-eyed wheels in Baltimore to simple mesh bags in Florida storm drains, these trash traps are turning the tide on water pollution one cigarette butt at a time.
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