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    Facing threats, the Chesapeake economy in Annapolis could tumble
    EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin paid a visit to Annapolis recently amid concerns about state and federal budget cuts. Some worry about the potential effects on the bay economy.
    EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Annapolis on Feb. 28, 2025, and took in a tour of the small living shoreline at the Annapolis Maritime Museum.
    Jon Meoli: Enrique Bradfield Jr. took advantage of his time in major league camp in a unique way
    Bradfield spent time with Jordan Westburg and Terrin Vavra soaking in what was essentially an infielder’s cheat sheet on the best and worst places hitters can bunt, depending on their positioning.
    Elite speed gives Orioles prospect Enrique Bradfield Jr. opportunities to do things other players cannot.
    No one is above the law. Not even a Real Housewife.
    Karen Huger of "Real Housewives of Potomac" has a lot of fans — and a history of DUI offenses. As she goes to jail for a year, it’s a reminder that no one is above the law.
    Karen Huger smiles as she wears a hat and sunglasses during the "Real Housewives of Potomac" Season 9 episode, "A Crash Course in Deflection."
    A love letter to my chaotic joyful life with three kids
    This is life with three children: chaotic, messy, sticky.
    I will have 1 child and there is no shame in my game
    Despite what many assume, research suggests only children have “pretty normal” life outcomes compared to those with siblings.
    Andy Harris is holding an art contest. Oh, how I wish I could enter.
    How could any teenager worth the title resist the chance to submit an entry tweaking the congressman for his tone-deaf dismissal of concerns held by many constituents and fellow Marylanders?
    Jon Meoli: Nate Webb’s journey to the mound for the Orioles was long. His family saw firsthand.
    “Any day with a uniform, I still have a chance,” Webb said. “That’s just my goal: to keep that uniform for as long as possible.”
    Jessie Webb and her 4-month-old son, Jonah, watch her husband, Orioles pitcher Nate Webb, throw a live bullpen session during spring training in Sarasota, Fla.
    Trump cuts may scuttle Annapolis' City Dock plan to prevent flooding
    There are warning signs that a $33 million grant critical to completing the Annapolis climate resilience project at City Dock will not materialize.
    A plan to address flooding at City Dock in Annapolis depends on a $33 million federal grant that may now not be assured.
    ‘Beyond The Gates,’ a new CBS soap, is Black and bougie — finally
    “Beyond The Gates,” the new CBS soap opera starring a rich Black Maryland family, is ridiculous. That’s why we like it.
    "TBD" -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series BEYOND THE GATES, scheduled to air on the CBS Television Network.  Pictured: Clifton Davis as Vernon Dupree and Tamara Tunie as Anita Dupree. Photo: Quantrell Colbert/CBS ©2024 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
    Kyle Goon: The Ravens never had a true zero-tolerance policy. They just pretended they did.
    Over the years, the Ravens have declined to clarify their zero-tolerance policy when asked about it. Now, as Justin Tucker faces an NFL investigation, they admit it doesn’t exist.
    The Under Armour Performance Center, the Baltimore Ravens’ training facility in Owings Mills.
    Born out of two Maryland mass shootings, this idea could save lives
    If legislation in the General Assembly passes, all 760 gun dealers in Maryland would have to distribute pamphlets on suicide prevention and conflict resolution.
    A federal judge has ruled a pamphlet developed by Anne Arundel County, along with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the National Shooting Sports Foundation, can be required at businesses that sell guns or ammunition.
    Jon Meoli: The Orioles protected 3 unique pitchers this winter. Here’s their catcher’s perspective.
    Catcher Maverick Handley, right, during spring training last season, likes what he sees from three pitchers the Orioles protected over the offseason.
    Gwyneth Paltrow is a fan. Now you, too, can try this Baltimore native’s drinks.
    Equitea founder and West Baltimore native Quentin Vennie is hosting a matcha pop-up, bringing his healthy beverages to his hometown.
    Equitea owner Quentin Vennie serves a matcha drink during the opening party for his month-long matcha shop pop up in the Remington neighborhood of Baltimore.
    Kyle Goon: Baseball’s pitch challenge system is the future, and it’s fantastic
    Although ABS is not yet a regular-season feature, the future is coming — and the players who have gotten to challenge pitches know how exciting it is.
    The Automated Ball-Strike System shows a replay of a challenged strike call against Los Angeles Dodgers' Eddie Rosario during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Phoenix.
    Jon Meoli: The scene at Orioles pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano’s first live bullpen session
    “I wanted to communicate with the catcher, and I was able to do so with Adley,” Sugano said.
    Orioles right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano speaks with interpreter Yuto Sakurai after his first bullpen of spring training.
    Anti-Trump protestors look for purpose in a rapidly changing America
    This was Annapolis on Monday — part political protest, part group therapy. A crowd of more than 500 was searching for a response to Trump’s disorienting mutation of America. Finding it is the task facing organizers of protests like this one.
    Michael Magee of Annapolis, a gay veteran, attented the rally in Annapolis after learning about it from his sister. He served 10 years in the Navy in DEI program jobs and saw the service turn from welcoming toward hostile LGBTQ+ sailors during Donald Trump's first term.
    What kind of NBA player will Derik Queen be? Even pro talent evaluators aren’t sure.
    “You don’t see many guys like him playing a ton of minutes off the bench,” an NBA scout said. “He’s a unique big, a really polarizing player.”
    Maryland's Derik Queen dunks during the second half against Illinois.
    Storytellers are keeping alive the Black history we don’t learn in school
    A writer and communications expert created an annual literary event to celebrate Black history and the way it resonates in our lives.
    Children's book author Michelle Knight, seen here at a previous Black History Month Literary Weekend, will also be at one of this year's events.
    Bringing the MLB All-Star Game to Baltimore must be a priority for David Rubenstein
    He can’t promise a World Series, but he does have the means to turn the sports world’s attention on his hometown.
    Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein takes questions from reporters during Spring Training in Sarasota, Florida.
    Jon Meoli: David Rubenstein still believes the Orioles can win Mike Elias’ way
    The question this season will beg is, will the ownership group think the front office’s approach is enough to win? So far, it seems so.
    Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein speaks with guests visiting Ed Smith Stadium during spring training in Sarasota, Florida, on Monday.
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