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Horses on the track at Laurel Park, where the Preakness was run in 2026. (Photo by Joe Andrucyk/Patrick Siebert/Office of the Governor)
Jul 31, 2026

MD finalizes deal to buy rights to Preakness rights for $85M

Maryland got deeper into the horse racing business Thursday, announcing it has finalized its purchase of the rights to the Preakness Stakes and the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes for $85 million.

Ellie Victorina, ridden by Grant Whitacre, leads the pack in the second race of the day on Oct. 1, 2023, at Laurel Park. (Angel Gingras/Capital News Service)
Jul 1, 2026

Laurel Park horse training facility purchase approved by MD board

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the $48.5 million purchase of Laurel Race Track to be used as a year-round thoroughbred horse training facility.

Maryland Treasurer Dereck Davis speaks to reporters in July about Camden Yards lease negotiations between the Baltimore Orioles and the Maryland Stadium Authority. (Jack Hogan/The Daily Record)
Jun 3, 2026

$10M for closed-off project in Prince George’s ‘flushed down the proverbial toilet,’ official says

Maryland's state treasurer called for fiscal accountability regarding a closed project between Prince George's County and the Maryland Stadium Authority.

Ellie Victorina, ridden by Grant Whitacre, leads the pack in the second race of the day on Oct. 1, 2023, at Laurel Park. (Angel Gingras/Capital News Service)
May 8, 2026

MD legislative panel presses pause on Laurel Park purchase

A legislative panel is delaying the proposed purchase of Laurel Park by the Maryland Stadium Authority, asking for a cost-benefit review of the $48.5 million deal.

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Apr 22, 2026

MD Stadium Authority approves $48.5M deal for Laurel Park

The Maryland Stadium Authority Board of Directors voted to approve a $48.5 million agreement with 1/ST Holdings to purchase Laurel Park.

Vacant homes are visible with boarded doors and windows on Feb. 15, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Jul 8, 2025

Moore announces $50M in grants to address Baltimore vacant homes

Gov. Wes Moore's office announced $50 million in grant awards to reduce vacant properties in Baltimore City. 

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May 12, 2025

Maryland Jockey Club board named amid Pimlico overhaul

Maryland named nine to lead Jockey Club as it oversees Pimlico, Laurel Park and a new Carroll County site amid major horse racing changes.

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May 7, 2025

BPW approves demolition at Pimlico amid skepticism of horse racing’s future in MD

Maryland leaders OK demolition at Pimlico Race Course, aiming to revitalize horse racing and Park Heights amid concerns about oversight and viability.

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May 6, 2025

Stadium Authority member questions spending at horse racing board slated for elimination

A Maryland official raised spending concerns as the state’s horse racing authority faces early shutdown amid calls for transparency and oversight.

Maryland Treasurer Dereck Davis speaks to reporters in July about Camden Yards lease negotiations between the Baltimore Orioles and the Maryland Stadium Authority. (Jack Hogan/The Daily Record)
Aug 2, 2023

‘In its due time’: Md. treasurer takes new tone on Orioles stadium deal delay

Maryland Treasurer Dereck Davis, who two weeks ago called out the parties involved in Baltimore Orioles stadium lease negotiations for their lack of transparency, reversed course.

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Aug 5, 2022

The Canton Group wins technology contract bid from Md. Stadium Authority

The Canton Group, a strategic technology consulting and engineering company headquartered in Baltimore, won a contract of up to five years with the Maryland Stadium Authority.

Spectators watch the first baseball game of a doubleheader between the Baltimore Orioles and the Tampa Bay Rays on May 12, 2018, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Aug 23, 2021

Lack of fans at Camden Yards costs Maryland millions in rent

The woeful record of the Baltimore Orioles is combining with the coronavirus pandemic to cost Maryland millions of dollars in rent payments.