Woman Wagers $18 In Kentucky Derby, Wins $1.2 Million
A Texas woman walked away with a cool $1.2 million when Justify won the Kentucky Derby.
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A Texas woman walked away with a cool $1.2 million when Justify won the Kentucky Derby.
The Maryland Jockey Club has confirmed with hall of fame trainer Bob Baffert that Kentucky Derby winner Justify will be heading to the Preakness to race on Saturday May 19th.
Justify splashed through the slop to win the Kentucky Derby by 2 1/2 lengths.
Justify is the favorite for Saturday's race, but there are a few other horses to consider as well.
Despite having just three starts under his belt, Justify enters the 144th running of the Derby as the favorite.
Charging hard down the stretch, Lookin At Lee barely missed winning the Kentucky Derby as a 33-1 long shot.
Kentucky Derby winner Always Dreaming has made himself right at home at Baltimore's Pimlico Race Course in Stall 40, which has sheltered many of the greatest champions in horse racing history.
Always Dreaming is headed to the Preakness in two weeks, when the Kentucky Derby winner is likely to face several fresh horses that skipped the first leg of the Triple Crown.
Always Dreaming splashed through the slop to win the Kentucky Derby by 2 ¾ lengths on Saturday, giving trainer Todd Pletcher and jockey John Velazquez their second victories in the race but their first together.
The Kentucky Derby is one of the biggest events in horse racing each year. But it's grown to be about much more than just the action on the track.
Irish War Cry is my pick to win the 2017 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs this Saturday. He is the sole entry with two superior performances on his record this year.
The three-year streak of short-priced winners in the Kentucky Derby is likely coming to an end this Saturday, May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
The most probable result for this Saturday's Preakness is a repeat of the Derby and there will be value in playing the top two from the Kentucky Derby in Nyquist and Exaggerator.
Doug O'Neill couldn't have done any better if he picked Nyquist's post position himself.
Doug O'Neill, trainer for Nyquist is eyeing up another big win this weekend at Pimlico Race Course.
Kentucky Derby winner Nyquist is in Baltimore and getting a few practices in before the Preakness races at Pimlico Race Course next weekend on May 21.
Fresh off of his Kentucky Derby win, Nyquist has arrived in Baltimore. We're just shy of two weeks until the Preakness stakes at Pimlico, where Nyquist is expected to take the second jewel in the horse racing Triple Crown.
Mike Battaglia handicapper at Churchill Downs joined Ed and Steve to talk about Nyquist winning the Kentucky Derby and the chances of a repeat at the Preakness.
American Pharoah's journey to racing history a year ago spurred Richie Columbus to make his first trip to Churchill Downs to be part of a near-record crowd for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
The California-based Nyquist added a Kentucky Derby win to his already stellar resume at Churchill Downs on Saturday. Nyquist made it a perfect eight wins from eight career starts and handed his doubters a definitive statement proclaiming himself a potential superstar.
There are signs American Pharoah's Triple Crown win last year has been good for racing.
The 142nd Kentucky Derby is this Saturday, May 7. As horse racing gears up for its moment in the spotlight, we hear from Paul Bessire from PredictionMachine.com for the updates on the race.
There are signs American Pharoah's Triple Crown win last year has been good for racing.
Handicappers will call Nyquist - the favorite in this Saturday's Kentucky Derby - a bad bet because he will offer little value at odds that could go as low as 2-1.
Secretariat's jockey Ron Turcotte joined Ed and Steve to talk about winning the Triple Crown, and watching American Pharoah do the same last year.
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Low humidity, a refreshing breeze, and comfortably warm temperatures will provide Maryland a beautiful Thursday.
Baltimore County residents who use the Randallstown Swim Center and the Dundalk Community Center pool will continue to have access to the facilities after the county announced it will take over operations when the YMCA's lease ends.
The email says an engineer's analysis indicates it will not be safe to remove the vehicles within the next 90 days, and no one will be allowed to enter the building for the foreseeable future.
Excitement was in the air at the Under Armour Performance Center on Wednesday as fans got their first look at the 2026 Baltimore Ravens.
Baltimore's crackdown on dirt bikes has some riders upset. They want to meet with the mayor and police commissioner.
The email says an engineer's analysis indicates it will not be safe to remove the vehicles within the next 90 days, and no one will be allowed to enter the building for the foreseeable future.
Two tornadoes touched down in Anne Arundel County when strong storms moved through Maryland on Tuesday, the National Weather Service confirmed on Wednesday.
Thursday will mark 10 years since a devastating flood wreaked havoc in Old Ellicott City, turning Main Street into a raging river.
Baltimore County residents who use the Randallstown Swim Center and the Dundalk Community Center pool will continue to have access to the facilities after the county announced it will take over operations when the YMCA's lease ends.
Thursday will mark 10 years since a devastating flood wreaked havoc in Old Ellicott City, turning Main Street into a raging river.
As the nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to rise, a Maryland farmers' market vendor says a common question she hears is about food that gets people sick.
More than 35,000 Maryland residents have lost their SNAP benefits since the federal government enacted new rules for the program last November.
At least four victims have come forward accusing Jurel Bowman, 32, of asking them to "make a deal" and send photos for money.
Keith James Jr. is charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of 15-year-old Giovanna Myrie and 9-year-old Steve Allen.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas takes us around town to Wellspring of Life Farm in Monkton where volunteers provide animal therapy for Maryland residents experiencing emotional, cognitive and physical challenges.
Veketia Gibson, owner of Thighs N' Fries, joins us in studio with the inspiration behind her business and how she hopes to continue growing.
Mother, veteran and entrepreneur Christa Bright talks about the importance of work-life balance and previews her upcoming Working Moms Conference.
Flix Bus CEO Kai Boysan shares summer travel trends, why more people are turning to buses and tips to travel affordably.
The Be More Belles Back to School Conference is for Baltimore- area girls in grades 6–12 and focuses on mental wellness, leadership, healthy living, conflict resolution, and sisterhood.
Excitement was in the air at the Under Armour Performance Center on Wednesday as fans got their first look at the 2026 Baltimore Ravens.
"The 69 thing," Jackson said. "The ratings, whatever it is. I've seen that. People were tagging me."
Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking single in the 12th inning, capping the Baltimore Orioles' rally from a seven-run deficit to beat the Tigers 10-9 and spoil Tarik Skubal's possible farewell to Detroit.
Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike has passed his physical and has been removed from the physically unable to perform list.
Eduardo Valencia homered twice and drove in four runs, Gleyber Torres had a home run and five RBIs, and the Detroit Tigers scored in every inning they went to the plate in a 14-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
President Trump said he hopes the renovations will take Dulles from "an impossible airport" to one of the world's best.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
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.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
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.
As the nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to rise, a Maryland farmers' market vendor says a common question she hears is about food that gets people sick.
The Maryland Department of Health says it has confirmed 110 cases of cyclosporiasis in the state this year, with 106 reported since May 1.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
The so-called "Benadryl Challenge" encourages people to take large amounts of the allergy medicine to experience hallucinations.
Maryland is under a Code Purple air quality alert today, as smoke from several Canadian wildfires creates hazy and unhealthy conditions.
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
"Be The Mogul" reflects on life in East Baltimore and stresses how community organizations help young people discover their purpose.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Katy Napier, of Fallston, was shopping at a Target earlier this month when she came across a display for Johnson's men's care brand, Papatui.
The 2026 lineup has been announced for Baltimore's Charm City Live music festival, including performances from Boyz II Men and Case.
First Alert Meteorologist Tim Williams walks through our forecast, projecting warm weather today and friday with potential storms later in the weekend.
Low humidity, a refreshing breeze, and comfortably warm temperatures will provide Maryland a beautiful Thursday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
Rain chances continue in Maryland into the weekend
CBS News Baltimore's Rachel Jay has the latest weather forecast ahead of Wednesday night's "Buck Moon."
The American Red Cross has declared its second-ever national blood supply emergency, urging immediate donations.
At least two vehicles were involved in the crash Thursday morning, but no injuries were reported.
First Alert Meteorologist Tim Williams walks through our forecast, projecting warm weather today and friday with potential storms later in the weekend.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas takes us around town to Wellspring of Life Farm in Monkton where volunteers provide animal therapy for Maryland residents experiencing emotional, cognitive and physical challenges.
Veketia Gibson, owner of Thighs N' Fries, joins us in studio with the inspiration behind her business and how she hopes to continue growing.