The Maryland Cycling Classic will return on September 6th, with the debut of men’s and women’s races on a course contained entirely within the City of Baltimore, and the Benin National Team making history as the first all-Black African women’s national team to compete in a UCI-ranked race in North America.
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Commanders open 2025 season with confidence, chemistry and championship dreams
By Edward G. Robinson III A new NFL season has arrived and expectations are sky high for the Washington Commanders. That’s not a joke. Last season, Commanders fans experienced a level of success that had eluded the franchise for more than 20 years. Inspired by the coolheaded performances of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and veteran […]
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Baltimore Ravens return with depth, star power—and a reminder to trust the process
By Edward G. Robinson III Some Baltimore Ravens fans are looking at the team’s current roster and can’t help but skip ahead to the NFL playoffs. They recall last season, when the Ravens exited the playoffs earlier than expected in a heartbreaking 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional Round, and they are […]
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Naomi Osaka defeats Coco Gauff at the US Open to reach her first major quarterfinal since 2021
Naomi Osaka beat Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-2 at the U.S. Open to reach her first Grand Slam quarterfinal since 2021, showing a return to championship form after maternity leave. She next faces Karolina Muchova.
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Coco Gauff vs. Naomi Osaka: U.S. Open rematch six years in the making
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka will meet Sept. 1 in the U.S. Open’s fourth round, six years after their first high-profile clash in New York. Gauff, now a two-time Grand Slam champion, and Osaka, a four-time major winner making her deepest run at a Slam since 2021, set up the matchup with convincing victories on Aug. 30.
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Angel Reese and Reebok reveal release date of her first-ever signature shoe, The Angel Reese 1 – available September 18, 2025
Reebok has announced the release date of Angel Reese’s first signature basketball shoe, The Angel Reese 1, set to debut globally on Sept. 18, 2025. Designed in full collaboration with the two-time WNBA All-Star, the shoe blends elite performance technology with bold style and will launch in three colorways alongside a signature apparel collection.
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Pimlico demolition underway, redevelopment to boost Park Heights
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Staff Writertmcqueen@afro.com Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) and first lady Dawn Moore attended a demolition ceremony for the old Pimlico Race Course that hosts the iconic Preakness Stakes annually in West Baltimore on Aug. 21. Demolition is expected to conclude by the end of the year, with construction for the new race […]
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John Wall, five-time All-Star, retires after 11 NBA seasons
John Wall, a five-time All-Star point guard, has announced his retirement from the NBA after 11 seasons.
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Young Successful Leaders Incorporated to Receive $50,000 Huddle Up for Health Grant from CareFirst and Baltimore Ravens
CareFirst and the Baltimore Ravens have awarded Young Successful Leaders Inc. (YSLI) a $50,000 grant to expand its mental health, violence prevention and youth development programs in Baltimore.
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Inaugural HBCU Hoops Invitational coming to Walt Disney World Resort in December
The inaugural HBCU Hoops Invitational, featuring men’s and women’s college basketball teams from historically Black colleges and universities, will take place at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Florida from Dec. 4-7, with the goal of supporting HBCU players, schools and students through scholarships, academic assistance and career development opportunities.
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D.C. Council advances Commanders’ stadium deal in first vote
The D.C. Council voted 9-3 to approve the Washington Commanders stadium deal, which is expected to create 2,000 permanent jobs, 14,000 construction positions, and generate $26.6 billion in redevelopment tax revenue, with a second and final vote expected on September 17.
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Shedeur Sanders shines in preseason debut
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders impressed in his preseason debut on Aug. 8, throwing two touchdowns and leading three scoring drives in a 30-10 win over the Carolina Panthers. Thrust into the spotlight due to injuries to other quarterbacks, Sanders showcased poise and playmaking while downplaying depth chart speculation, saying he’s focused on improving and representing those who support him.