Preakness Updates | Updated Odds Show Support For Fenwick
Fenwick is no longer the biggest long shot at the Preakness.
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Fenwick is no longer the biggest long shot at the Preakness.
The WJZ First Alert Weather Team is getting you ready for the Preakness.
Here's a look at some of the biggest storylines heading into the 147th running of the Preakness Stakes.
The winning time of 1:48.73 over a 1⅛ miles was just off the Black-Eyed Susan record of 1:47.83 set by Silverbulletday in 1999.
Preakness weekend is underway with Black-Eyed Susan Day shining the spotlight on fillies and mares.
The forecast calls for a high of 94 degrees Fahrenheit for Saturday afternoon, with just a slight dip before the 7:01 p.m. EDT post time for the 147th running of the Preakness. The record is 96, set in 1934 when High Quest won the race.
Have you ever wondered what kind of work goes into assembling the flower blankets for the Preakness winner? That was the subject of Friday's "Where's Marty?" adventure.
The Black-Eyed Susan cocktails were flowing, D. Wayne Lukas was telling jokes and things finally felt fully back to normal at Old Hilltop.
Rich Strike winning the Kentucky Derby at 80-1 may not be the only big upset this Triple Crown season. Not if Fenwick has anything to do about it.
"It was held in Northwest Baltimore, but it wasn't held with Northwest Baltimore," Mayor Brandon Scott said.
The best horse in the Derby isn't in the way after the owner of Rich Strike decided not to run him in the Preakness after the 80-1 upset at Churchill Downs.
Proponents of pushing back the Preakness argue it's better for modern thoroughbreds who aren't used to racing on those short turnarounds and would produce stronger fields in Baltimore and New York.
Ethereal Road, the horse that was a late scratch for the Kentucky Derby, opening up a spot for the eventual winner, 80-1 shot Rich Strike, will run in the Sir Barton Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday.
Kentucky Derby runner-up Epicenter was set Monday as the 6-5 morning line favorite for the Preakness Stakes, which will be run without Rich Strike.
"The vets went over him, and he's not 100 percent
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
President Trump's threat came after CENTCOM's commander said that Iran's ability to threaten the Strait of Hormuz had been "degraded."
President Trump's proposed plan to install Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at airports didn't sit well with travelers WJZ met on Saturday.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
WJZ makes a visit to The Spa at the Hotel at the University of Maryland.
Medspa and business owner, Keiarna Stewart, shares her journey on how she got into the beauty and wellness space.
F.W. Haxel is installing banners for the Baltimore Orioles' upcoming season.
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
Temperatures on Sunday will feel more like summer before a cold front brings a late night chance of storms
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 3/21/2026
Some fog is expected on Saturday in Maryland before warmer weather.
Overnight storms possible from Sunday overnight into Monday morning
A sunny afternoon is expected in Maryland on Sunday before overnight storms.
President Trump's proposed plan to install Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at airports didn't sit well with travelers WJZ met on Saturday.
Baltimore County police charge man in early morning road rage shooting in Parkville
Three employees were injured — one critically — in a thermal explosion Friday evening at a warehouse in Carroll County, according to fire officials.
Greg Padgett has your Saturday evening forecast | 3/21/2026