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February 7, 2019

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Frank Robinson, Hall of Famer and legendary Oriole, dies at 83

Thursday, Feb 7

Orioles outfielder Frank Robinson had those skinny legs and a gingerly gait that made it seem as if his feet always hurt. But the ferocity with which he played baseball belied his appearance. He crowded the plate with abandon and hurtled into fielders to break up double plays. Once, at Yankee Stadium, he decked a fan who tried to rob him of a fly ball.

Maryland football player taken to Shock Trauma as precaution after falling ill during team workout

Maryland football player Raymond Boone fell ill during a team workout Tuesday in College Park and was taken to the Maryland Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, where he was held for observation overnight before being released Wednesday.

Vice President Mike Pence to visit Port of Baltimore for briefing on customs security technology

Vice President Mike Pence will visit the Port of Baltimore on Friday to see technology that customs agents use to scan shipping containers, trucks, rail cars and cargo for illegal narcotics and weapons, the White House says.

Baltimore County schools are rapidly adding students. More than half are immigrants or speak another language.

What is fueling some of the biggest growth in Baltimore County school enrollment? The immigrants. Where are many coming from? Nigeria.

Maryland Gov. Hogan fights back against lawmakers over post-Labor Day school year start

Frustrated by Maryland lawmakers' attempts to undo his executive order to start the state's public school year after Labor Day, Gov. Larry Hogan says he'll submit a bill that would make school boards ask voters whether they want to start school earlier. Hogan says he's offering "genuine local control."

Maryland Zoo helps rescue South African flamingo chicks

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is partnering with a rescue in South Africa to help hundreds of flamingo chicks that were abandoned by their parents.

Maryland weather: Winter makes a comeback this weekend, and might bring ice and snow early next week

Winter weather is returning to Maryland on Friday, and could bring a pair of chances for ice and snow Sunday night into early next week. After five straight days of mild conditions, temperatures are forecast to plummet throughout the day Friday.

Pothole season in Maryland has come early this year: Let us fill you in

With record rain last year and recent temperatures fluctuating wildly in the Baltimore region, potholes are cropping up earlier than usual, according to the State Highway Administration.

Orioles add pitcher Nate Karns, their first major league free agent of the offseason

The Orioles' major league free agent drought ended Thursday with an agreement to sign right-hander Nate Karns.

Baltimore boxer Gervonta Davis seeks to add stability to star power as he prepares for title defense

Gervonta Davis' talent and charisma have earned him backing from some of the most powerful people in boxing. Now, as he prepares to defend his world title Saturday, he's trying to convince them of his professionalism.