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🌱 Patch AM: Police-Involved Shooting Under Investigation In Baltimore

Spotted on the Baltimore calendar: Cyrus Chestnut: Spirituals and Hymns

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In today's newsletter:

  • Police shooting near Lexington Market shuts down several downtown streets
  • Did your Maryland Lottery ticket hit? Here's how Baltimore winners claim
  • How a Cockeysville native led humanity's farthest journey into space

Also on today's calendar: Cyrus Chestnut: Spirituals and Hymns and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 59.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Police-Involved Shooting Under Investigation In Baltimore (patch.com) — A police-involved shooting near Lexington Market on North Eutaw Street has prompted a major response from Baltimore police, with several surrounding streets shut down Saturday night. Officials, including Commissioner Worley, are on the scene, but authorities have not yet released details about who was shot or the extent of any injuries.
   

2. Maryland Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for Aug. 22, 2026 (delmarvanow.com) — Maryland Lottery players can now check the Aug. 22 Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, Pick 5 and other game results, then claim prizes at local retailers or state offices. Larger winnings require visiting Maryland Lottery headquarters on Washington Boulevard in Baltimore or select casinos, with clear rules on ID, tax documentation, and prize limits that Baltimore residents should review carefully.
   

3. Cockeysville native, Artemis II astronaut reflects on voyage: 'An honor' (foxbaltimore.com) — A Cockeysville native and Artemis II commander, Reid Wiseman, recently reflected in Washington, D.C., on leading the historic 10-day lunar flyby that sent his crew farther into space than any humans before. His remarks, captured by the Baltimore Sun, highlight both his deep love of flight and pride in representing his Maryland roots on a global stage.
   

4. Baltimore leaders sue Kalshi, Polymarket over alleged illega... (afro.com) — Baltimore officials are suing prediction-market platforms as sports betting and related wagering expand across Maryland, raising local concerns about regulation and harm. Problem-gambling experts say mobile betting's convenience and heavy promotion especially affect younger adults and communities already facing financial stress, underscoring why Baltimore's legal challenge could shape how these markets operate here.
   


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    Monday August 24
  • Teacher Meetings
    BT Congregation 3300 Old Court Road, Baltimore, MD 21208
  • First Day of School!
    City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD 21214
  • Conferences/staggered openings for ECSE, Pre-K, and Kindergarten
    Brooklyn Park (Middle) Brooklyn, MD 21225
  • Teachers and School Based Staff on Duty
    Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies Catonsville, MD 21228
  • đSchools open for grades 1â5 and grades 6 and 9 only.
    Park Brooklyn, MD 21225

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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