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2 hours ago
- Politics
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Black leaders want Maryland Gov. Wes Moore held accountable, say racial wealth gap can't end without reparations
BALTIMORE — Though Gov. Wes Moore announced actions toward ending the racial wealth gap Thursday, members of the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus say that cannot truly happen without discussing reparations. 'I don't think there is a bold Black agenda that does not include reparations,' Chrissy Thornton, the president and CEO of Associated Black Charities, said at a virtual town hall meeting of the Legislative Black Caucus Tuesday. 'There is no settling of the racial wealth gap without it.' In recognition of Juneteenth, Moore, a Democrat and Maryland's first Black governor, announced that he would be issuing nearly 7,000 more pardons for cases of simple cannabis possession, and is directing $400 million to communities that have historically been disinvested in by discriminatory policies. But members of Maryland's Legislative Black Caucus remain frustrated with Moore, who in May vetoed legislation that would have established the Maryland Reparations Commission. 'We should not be confused that an actual reparations agenda is disruptive to the political status quo,' said Dayvon Love, the director of public policy at Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle, said at Tuesday's Town Hall. Del. Jheanelle Wilkins, a Montgomery County Democrat and chair of the Legislative Black Caucus, said that the caucus made its 'first ever historic call' to take action on reparations policy during the 2025 legislative session. The bill would have launched a two-year study into whether the state should provide reparations to Marylanders impacted by the state's history of slavery and racial inequity. The legislation, which was a priority of Maryland's Legislative Black Caucus, received broad Democratic support in both chambers of the Maryland General Assembly, and would not have provided any immediate benefit — financial or otherwise — to impacted Marylanders. The Maryland General Assembly will have the opportunity to override Moore's veto when it next convenes. Thornton warned the caucus not to pull back on holding Moore accountable just because he is Black. 'I think we need to push as forcefully as possible against what's happened with this veto, to have it overturned as we would if it was anyone else in elected office,' she said. 'I think we're in a moment where we have to be courageous and speak to accountability — no matter who's in the seat.' Moore said Thursday that he 'doesn't need any lectures' on the history of racism in the state of Maryland, and that the state has done four studies and commissions on these types of issues 'over the past 25 years, alone' — one of which First Lady Dawn Flythe Moore worked on. 'I have a fundamental disagreement with the General Assembly on what's required inside this moment,' he said. 'I believe this is a moment for action. I believe that this is a moment for action. I believe that this is a moment where we want to put together policies that are actually helping to address the harm that was … historically done.' Wilkins said that, though slavery ended 160 years ago, Maryland has never explicitly examined the issue of reparations, the harms of Jim Crow laws, enslavement and redlining. 'Our community called on us to take action on the issue of reparations,' she said. 'Repair is about progress, and it's long overdue.' ---------------
CBS News
5 hours ago
- Sport
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Are the 2025 Baltimore Ravens the most talented team in franchise history?
Is this year's Baltimore Ravens roster their most talented in franchise history? Sure, on paper, this team appears loaded. However, former Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith said during a taping of WJZ's Purple Playbook to pump the brakes. "Let's not get carried away," Smith told WJZ Sports Anchor Alex Glaze. "The Ravens defense, historically, people think of Baltimore, regardless of how great (quarterback) Lamar Jackson is, as a defensive team. You have Ray Lewis and Ed Reed." SOUND OFF: As currently constructed on paper is this the most talented #Ravens team in franchise history? If not, who are you going with? #RavensFlock @wjz @TorreySmithWR — WJZ Sports (@WJZ13sports) June 19, 2025 Since football returned to Baltimore 30 years ago, the Ravens have won the Super Bowl twice -- claiming the 2000 championship and the 2012 championship. The Super Bowl-winning Ravens never had a quarterback like Jackson, who has won two league MVPs. However, those defenses were historically great. "These guys (currently) are great players, ain't no way I'm going to say that (this is the most talented)," Smith said. "Forget playing for the Ravens, the kid in me playing on Madden with that 2000 defense, there's no way I could say that." A Hall of Fame past Those Baltimore Super Bowl champions had eventual Hall of Famers Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Jonathan Ogden, Shannon Sharpe, and Rod Woodson, as well as other key contributors. The list continues with Ray Rice, Joe Flacco, Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs, Jacoby Jones, Jamal Lewis, and Tony Siragusa. 11 All-Pro players on the Ravens roster The 2025 Baltimore Ravens have 11 players who have been named to the NFL All-Pro Team. Cornerback Jaire Alexander, who just signed with the Ravens, is the latest to join the roster. There are five former All-Pro performers on defense -- Alexander, linebacker Roquan Smith, defensive end Nnamdi Madubuike, cornerback Marlon Humphrey, and safety Kyle Hamilton. Additionally, there are six on offense who have won All-Pro accolades, including quarterback Lamar Jackson, running back Derrick Henry, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, fullback Patrick Ricard, tight end Mark Andrews, and offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley. "This is an extremely talented group, and the defense can be up there with anyone," Smith said. "The only weakness right now is the pass rush. It's not for a lack of talent, it's just for the lack of execution in the moment." "Super Bowl or bust" Torrey Smith credits the Baltimore Ravens for always fielding a competitive team. Since 1996, the Ravens have two Super Bowl championships, two AFC titles, eight division championships, and 16 playoff appearances. In 2023, the Ravens lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 17-10 in the AFC Championship Game, and in 2024, they lost to the Buffalo Bills 27-25 in the divisional round of the playoffs. "Overall, this team will always give you a chance to win the Super Bowl," Smith said. "This is a Super Bowl-caliber defense, on paper and going into the season." And with the roster the way it is currently constructed, Smith believes a third Super Bowl championship will be in Baltimore. "It's always Super Bowl or bust," Smith said.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
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Baby giraffe Titali ready for limited public viewing at Maryland Zoo tomorrow
A three-month-old baby giraffe named Titali is ready to meet her first visitors at the Maryland Zoo starting tomorrow. The Giraffe House, which has been closed since Titali's birth in March, will open to limited groups of visitors who purchase special viewing passes.
CBS News
9 hours ago
- Climate
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Damaging Maryland storms knock out power, take down trees and power lines
Severe storm threat persists through the evening in Maryland Severe storm threat persists through the evening in Maryland Severe storm threat persists through the evening in Maryland Stormy weather knocked down trees, power lines, and took out power for tens of thousands of Marylanders on Thursday These strong to severe storms swept through the state with damaging winds, torrential downpours, and flooding in some areas. According to the National Weather Service, some parts of Maryland had hail and wind gusts of up to 70 mph. Maryland storm damage WJZ received photos of damage across the state. A large tree was knocked over along Gillis Falls Road at Watersville Road near Mount Airy. A video by Timothy Butz showed relentless rain pouring on Glen Burnie. @SteveSosnaWX Videos of the vicious storm that hammered Glen Burnie, Md. a bit ago. — TIMOTHY BUTZ (@timbutz70) June 19, 2025
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9 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Ravens Derrick Henry Reveals Favorite Cheat Meal on 'Rich Eisen Show'
Ravens Derrick Henry Reveals Favorite Cheat Meal on 'Rich Eisen Show' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Derrick Henry is preparing to enter season No. 10 in the NFL. Henry will head into year No. 2 with the Baltimore Ravens, as the 31-year-old running back appears as motivated as ever to play at a high level and help lead his team to a Super Bowl. Advertisement After spending the first eight seasons of his career with the Tennessee Titans, Henry took his talents to Baltimore. In his first season sharing a backfield with quarterback, Lamar Jackson, Henry remained a workhorse, carrying the ball more than 300 times for the fourth time in his career (325). Henry's 325 rushing attempts brought him 1,921 rushing yards and 16 rushing touchdowns. The yards trailed only Saquon Barkley (2,005) and the TDs were tied for the lead league with Jahmyr Gibbs and James Cook. As he gets further from his thirtieth birthday, Henry's offseason training regimen has become a hot topic of conversation. Reportedly, Henry spends approximately $240 thousand per year on body maintenance. While he appears to treat his body like a sacred temple, even "King Henry" enjoys the occasional cheat meal. Advertisement On Wednesday, during an appearance on the "Rich Eisen Show", Henry revealed his favorite cheat meal. "I'm a breakfast person, so I like steak, eggs, and potatoes. I like French toast or even a waffle," Henry said. Rich Eisen attempted to dig deeper, asking if Henry enjoys a sugary cereal or a slice of pizza as part of his cheat meal. "No cereal. I don't eat cereal. Pizza, every once and a while, but I'm not a big pizza person," Henry said. Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22).Troy Taormina-Imagn Images Henry ranks No. 19 all-time in rushing yards and is the active rushing leader with 11,423 yards. He sits just 15 rushing yards behind Steven Jackson for No. 18 all-time. Advertisement He's also tied with Jim Brown for No. 6 all-time in rushing TDs (106). He sits just four TDs behind Walter Payton at No. 5. Henry's march toward history will begin during the Ravens Week 1 matchup on Sept. 7 against the Buffalo Bills. Related: Derrick Henry Comes Up One Yard Shy Of NFL History On Sunday Night Football This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
