State News
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Hagerstown
Ritchie Earns Win Despite Initial Home Run
JR Ritchie allowed a home run on his first Major League pitch but recovered to earn the win. He is the second pitcher in 50 years to achieve this feat.
Baltimore Port Powers Maryland's Trade Engine with $39.7M Expansion
Federal funding and a major infrastructure project at Sparrows Point are positioning Maryland's Port of Baltimore for unprecedented growth, with plans to expand container capacity by 70% and create 1,100 new jobs. The investment marks the latest chapter in the port's remarkable recovery from the 2024 Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Ocean City Hotels Defy Trends with Revenue Gains Amid Mixed 2025 Tourism
Ocean City's hotels rang up 1.3% more room revenue in 2025 despite a slight occupancy dip, outpacing rivals like Myrtle Beach. Buoyed by summer surges and event-packed calendars, the resort town eyes robust summer 2026 bookings. Local leaders tout new strategies to sustain the momentum.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Under Armour Charts Turnaround with Restructuring, Curry Brand Separation
Baltimore's Under Armour is banking on a $95 million expansion of its restructuring plan and the separation of its Curry Brand to drive future profitability. The sportswear giant raised its fiscal 2026 adjusted operating income outlook to $95 million to $110 million, signaling confidence in its transformation strategy.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Annapolis Track Meet Shatters Attendance Record with Record-Breaking Feats
Over 5,000 fans packed the stands in Annapolis as Maryland's high school track and field championships smashed attendance records. Local athletes from Annapolis High and beyond shattered state marks in sprints and jumps, electrifying the MPSSAA state meet. The event highlighted the growing passion for prep sports in the Old Line State.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Terps Punch Final Four Ticket, Top Georgetown 9-6 in Annapolis
The No. 4-ranked Maryland men's lacrosse team dominated No. 16 Georgetown 9-6 in the NCAA quarterfinals, securing their record 30th Final Four appearance before 17,721 fans at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Breaking a tie with Johns Hopkins, the Terps now boast the most trips to the national semifinals of any program. Maryland eyes a title run after improving to 13-3 with nine wins over ranked foes.[1]
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Ravens Lock Up Penn State Guard Ioane to $24.2M Rookie Deal
The Baltimore Ravens wasted no time securing their future, signing first-round draft pick Olaivavega Ioane to a four-year rookie contract worth approximately $24.2 million Thursday. The Penn State offensive lineman, considered the best guard in this year's draft class, is expected to step into the starting lineup immediately to protect quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
UMD Joins $10M Smart Home Security Research Initiative
The University of Maryland is partnering with six other universities on a groundbreaking $10 million federal effort to secure smart home devices and protect consumer privacy. The Security and Privacy in the Lifecycle of IoT for Consumer Environments (SPLICE) program, funded by the National Science Foundation, begins work Oct. 1 and aims to equip residents with tools to understand and manage privacy risks in their connected homes.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Maryland Lyme Cases Double Since 2020, Sparking State Awareness Push
As tick season ignites across Maryland, state health officials are sounding the alarm after Lyme disease infections nearly doubled since 2020. A new prevention campaign targets hikers and outdoor lovers amid surging ER visits for tick bites. Western counties may face rising risks from warming temperatures, reshaping the threat map.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Baltimore Jury Convicts Teen in 26-Count Inner Harbor Carjacking Spree
A Baltimore City jury delivered swift justice, convicting 19-year-old Norris Bryant on 26 felony counts tied to a brutal armed carjacking near the Inner Harbor. The March 25 verdict caps a year-long probe into violent thefts plaguing the tourist district. As carjackings surge citywide, police highlight community tips and forensic breakthroughs in curbing the crime wave.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Maryland Budget Expands Senior Tax Relief to 80% of Retirees
The Maryland General Assembly and Governor Larry Hogan reached a bipartisan agreement on nearly $2 billion in tax relief, with provisions designed to help retirees 65 and older keep more of their retirement income. The five-year program represents one of the most significant expansions of senior tax breaks in the state, affecting an estimated 80% of Maryland's retiree population.
Saturday, May 2, 2026