Maryland matches $85 million offer to acquire rights to Preakness Stakes
Maryland is matching an $85 million offer to acquire the rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes, the governor's office said.
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Maryland is matching an $85 million offer to acquire the rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes, the governor's office said.
Maryland matched an $85 million offer to acquire the rights for the Preakness Stakes.
Outside the track, protestors made their voices heard, demanding an end to horse racing altogether one day after a 3-year-old colt collapsed and died during a race at Laurel Park.
Thousands packed Laurel Park to watch Napoleon Solo take the Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park in Maryland. CBS News Baltimore's Mike Hellgren has more.
The Preakness Stakes featured its biggest field in 15 years with 14 horses in the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
The 102nd Black-Eyed Susan Day kicked off at Laurel Park in Maryland Friday. The race is considered ladies' day at the track.
Maryland will see some warm weather for the 2026 Preakness Stakes on Saturday.
Horse racing expert Frank Vespe talks Thoroughbred horse racing ahead of the 2026 Preakness Stakes.
A day full of horse-racing is on tap at Laurel Park in Maryland for Black-Eyed Susan Day. WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas reports.
Thoroughbred horse trainer Brittany Russell is the latest woman with a chance to etch her name into horse racing history when the Preakness kicks off in Maryland.
Maryland officials said they are considering moving the Preakness Stakes back to three weeks after the Kentucky Derby instead of two.
The 2026 Preakness Stakes will be held at Laurel Park in Maryland, bringing back the crowds that once packed the venue to watch horse racing champions.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
The usual post-Derby dilemma for trainers and owners is whether their horses are up for the two-week turnaround at the Preakness. This year, the race is at Laurel Park on May 16 while the traditional Pimlico Race Course is being rebuilt.
Churchill Downs Incorporated has reached an agreement to buy the trademarks and rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes brands for $85 million, the company announced.
The Preakness Stakes will look much different when it returns to Baltimore's historic Pimlico Race Course in 2027 following major renovations.
Uncovering the unsung heroes of Maryland's horseracing industry: The outriders who risk it all to ensure safety on the tracks.
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
The Preakness Stakes had a field of nine horses that raced in Baltimore for the 2025 running of the middle jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.
Want to know how and where to watch the 2025 Preakness Stakes race live? Here's what to know about the big horse race.
Marylanders wouldn't miss a chance to style and profile for one last time at Pimlico before a big makeover to Baltimore's historic racetrack in 2027.
The 150th Preakness Stakes will be the final horse race at Maryland's Pimlico Race Course, prior to a massive rebuild project.
Baltimore's Historic Pimlico Race Course will be demolished after the 150th Preakness Stakes in May.
Sovereignty, the winner of the 2025 Kentucky Derby, will not race in Baltimore's Preakness Stakes this year.
The most extensive reviews of horses' veterinary and treatment records in the 40-year history of the Breeders' Cup will continue up to race day, with contenders subject to random physical exams at any time.
A suspect who Baltimore County police believe killed a Towson University student in a shooting has been arrested, officials said.
A federal district court judge has rejected the Justice Department's effort to obtain Maryland voter information.
A Baltimore woman is on a mission to find a neighbor who helped return her stolen boxes over the weekend.
Maryland's Primary Election is Tuesday, June 23, and Baltimore County voters will decide which county executive candidates will secure their spot on the ballot for the general election in November.
The Baltimore City Firefighters' Union says as many as 10 fire suppression apparatus were out of service at the end of last week, calling it a major public safety problem.
Michael Johnson, the man acquitted of the murder of Phylicia Barnes, was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences and another 25 years for the rape and assault of a teenage girl.
Showers and a few more weak storms are possible into the night.
The fire department is investigating after suspected illegal fireworks set the dunes in Ocean City on fire.
Baltimore police are looking into a chaotic weekend in Fells Point.
An F-16 fighter jet intercepted a civilian plane that had entered restricted airspace over Hagerstown, Maryland, on Saturday, military officials said.
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.
Samantha Blau from the Maryland Science Center shows off some cool laser experiments.
The 27th annual Taste for Life is moving to the Pendry at Fell's Point in Baltimore.
The Howard County Public Library recommends 4 books for summer reading.
Cirque Du Soleil is bringing their performance of "'Twas The Night Before'" back to Baltimore.
The Fortis Institute in Townson, Maryland is celebrating HVAC Technician Day.
Colton Cowser tied his career-high with four RBIs, Pete Alonso added a three-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-1 on Sunday.
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson shortly before the end of the Padres' 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
Rodolfo Durán homered and drove in three runs, Fernando Tatis Jr. had two RBIs and the San Diego Padres beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Sunday.
Jackson Merrill and Samad Taylor each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and three more San Diego batters went deep as the Padres rolled to a 9-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday.
Pete Alonso homered to cap a six-run third inning against Bryan Woo, and the Baltimore Orioles withstood three homers by the Seattle Mariners in a 7-5 victory Thursday night.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
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
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.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
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.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
Some Marylanders will see rain during the morning commute Tuesday.
Rain and storms are expected to continue overnight in Maryland with a damp Tuesday morning in the forecast.
Showers and a few more weak storms are possible into the night.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A mainly quiet end to the weekend is expected in Maryland.
Some Marylanders will see rain during the morning commute Tuesday.
A judge ruled that the Trump administration broke law with database containing Americans’ social security information.
A federal judge voided subpoenas of Minnesota officials over immigration protests.
The Maryland attorney General shared new guidance for police on immigration.
The acting director of national intelligence began to carry out firings.