Horse death at Laurel Park under routine review; activist says 12 have died this year in Maryland
Regulators are completing a routine review into the recent death of a horse at Laurel Park during a race last month.
Regulators are completing a routine review into the recent death of a horse at Laurel Park during a race last month.
Fernando's owners say he helps keep racehorses relaxed and makes them less jittery.
Thus far in 2022, Maker ranks fifth in the country in purse earnings, behind only Chad Brown, Steven Asmussen, Todd Pletcher and Brad Cox, some of the biggest names in the sport.
Chad Brown, 43, was arraigned Thursday morning in Saratoga Springs on a charge of obstruction of breathing, a misdemeanor.
Although the COVID-19 pandemic caused organizers to push the 2020 Preakness Stakes to October, a full fall slate has not come to Pimlico since 2004, the Maryland Jockey Club said.
The New York Racing Association suspended trainer Bob Baffert for one year Thursday for repeated medication violations.
The seven rules that go into effect in July encompass jockey safety, the riding crop and how often riders can use it during a race, racetrack accreditation and reporting of training and veterinary records.
There are no horses this year that are set to take part in all three legs of the Triple Crown, after Derby and Preakness runner-up Epicenter was given time off to prepare for races this summer.
WJZ spoke with this year's Maryland Hunt Cup winner, Teddy Davies, about what makes his victory special.
Twelve hours before Early Voting won the Preakness, Kentucky Derby champion Rich Strike was back on the track at Churchill Downs to begin preparations for the Belmont Stakes.
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.
Hundreds of first responders went into action within moments of the Key Bridge collapsing into the Patapsco River on March 26.
The lawyers representing former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby say she should not have to serve prison time, according to new court filings.
We've made it to the end of the work week! I wish we could say we were celebrating with sunshine and 70s but instead we have a cool, damp and gray day.
Tensions are rising at Johns Hopkins University as pro-Palestine protesters remain despite repeated pleas from university administration for the encampment to end.
Ascension St. Agnes Hospital says it reacted quickly following a cyberattack on its computer systems that forced the facility to stop admitting new patients to the emergency room.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has signed two measures into law to better protect personal data online from Big Tech. One of the bills signed Thursday will make Maryland the second state to create strong limits on information collected on children, though the first in California has been halted in court.
It wasn't clear last week how much Vignarajah would have to return due to the wording of Baltimore's public financing law,
The botched rollout of the new FAFSA form has resulted in a significant drop in completion rates, leaving many students uncertain about their college plans and financial aid.
Engineers are rigging explosives to refloat the Dali, a cargo ship stuck in the Patapsco River since March when it crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
In the five-page letter to President Biden, the NAACP detailed how it believes Mosby was unfairly targeted and unjustly convicted for perjury and mortgage fraud.
Dr. Julia Shiner, Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-being at Erickson Senior Living, has some tips on how to stay healthy on the job.
There will be vendors, food trucks and entertainment in this celebration of furry friends
Island Quizine is opening a new location in Window Mill - with a delicious Caribbean food palette.
Bridget Greaney from 2Betties talks about their delicious yet healthy snack.
Tim Prudente and Stokely Baksh uncovered a Baltimore love scandal from the 1920s.
Postseason means a new season, a clean slate, for Towson lacrosse and their NCAA tourney opponent, Syracuse.
Craig Kimbrel was still in position to secure his ninth save of the season for the Baltimore Orioles and 426th of his career after he threw a fastball down the middle to Eddie Rosario.
Jorge Mateo drove in the go-ahead run with a 12th-inning single, and the Baltimore Orioles survived another shaky outing by closer Craig Kimbrel to beat the Washington Nationals 7-6.
Baltimore Ravens fans will soon know which teams we'll play when. The entire NFL schedule will be released at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15.
Johns Hopkins practiced on Wednesday, getting ready for Friday's match against Fairfield at Yale.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has signed two measures into law to better protect personal data online from Big Tech. One of the bills signed Thursday will make Maryland the second state to create strong limits on information collected on children, though the first in California has been halted in court.
Former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York continues after several days of testimony from Stormy Daniels.
Stormy Daniels gave defiant testimony Thursday as the defense accused her of fabricating details of the alleged sexual encounter between her and former President Donald Trump.
It wasn't clear last week how much Vignarajah would have to return due to the wording of Baltimore's public financing law,
In the five-page letter to President Biden, the NAACP detailed how it believes Mosby was unfairly targeted and unjustly convicted for perjury and mortgage fraud.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
It is the cherry trees' second-earliest peak bloom on record and follows one of Washington's warmest recorded winters. In 1990, the trees blossomed on March 15.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
It has long been a popular resource in the community, easily accessible to many college students and neighbors.
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
According to a report from the National Institute on Retirement Security, 40% of Gen Xers have zero dollars saved for retirement.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Opioid addictions often start by having access to prescription medications.
Regular screenings are critical to identifying and treating cancer early. It's also important to be aware of any genetic mutations that already exist in your body.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Most worrisome gaps involve cancer chemotherapy drugs, ER medications and and therapies for ADHD.
The prepackaged boxes of deli meat, cheese and crackers are not a healthy choice for kids, advocacy group says.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
The nine-time Grammy Award winner performs at CFG Bank Arena on Friday, October 4. It's her fourth stop on an 81-date world tour.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
We've made it to the end of the work week! I wish we could say we were celebrating with sunshine and 70s but instead we have a cool, damp and gray day.
We've made it to the end of the work week! I wish we could say we were celebrating with sunshine and 70s but instead we have a cool, damp and gray day.
Off and on rain chances continue through Mother's Day
Severe weather threat has diminished across the area, but more showers are expected tonight through Friday.
Derek Beasley has your Thursday evening forecast (5/9/2024)
The latest weather and top stories from WJZ on May 10, 2024
Dr. Julia Shiner, Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-being at Erickson Senior Living, has some tips on how to stay healthy on the job.
There will be vendors, food trucks and entertainment in this celebration of furry friends
We've made it to the end of the work week! I wish we could say we were celebrating with sunshine and 70s but instead we have a cool, damp and gray day.
Engineers are rigging explosives to refloat the Dali, a cargo ship stuck in the Patapsco River since March when it crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge.