Baltimore

This week on the podcast, two stories about (pretty gross) pranks.

Laurel Park will temporarily host racing — including the 2026 Preakness Stakes — while Pimlico is rebuilt as part of a $400 million plan.

A new plan for reviving thoroughbred horse racing in Maryland would center the industry around a revitalized Pimlico Race Course in Park Heights that would be owned by a new state entity.

Volunteers with United Way of Central Maryland pack food, books and clothing to help local families. After two grocery stores recently closed, a monthly food bank inside of Curtis Bay Elementary has become vital for families.

This week on the podcast, stories from two people who not only turn the other cheek, but enlarge their hearts, after suffering harm.

The Baltimore region effort is now eligible for nearly $500 million in federal funds over five years that the Greater Baltimore Committee estimates will generate $3.2 billion in economic impact and 52,000 jobs by 2030.

Baltimore City Councilwoman Odette T. Ramos of the “Fabulous 14th” District talks about her path to City Council, the highs and lows of civil service and how residents can and should work with the Baltimore City Council to realize goals for their community.

This week on the podcast, two tales of people doing battle with an undercover epidemic.

Altimont Mark Wilks opened a grocery after serving 14 years in prison but can’t accept customers with SNAP. The USDA bans vendors with federal, state or local violations related to “alcohol, tobacco, firearms, controlled substances, or gaming licenses.”

This week on the podcast, two stories about canine chaos.