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Biden launches a Hollywood fundraising blitz to tap into star power with strikes over
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Here's a Hollywood ending that President Joe Biden wants to bring to life: An incumbent facing tough polling numbers and questions about his advanced age overcomes a brash opponent to win a second term at the White House. With strikes by writers and actors now...
Maryland Senate president expresses concerns over framework of Orioles' lease
The president of Maryland's state Senate expressed concerns Friday about tying the Baltimore Orioles' new lease at Camden Yards to an agreement on development near the ballpark. A spokesman for Gov. Wes Moore said the administration will work to address those concerns, with less than...

Tulane selects Troy's Jon Sumrall as its next coach
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tulane has decided to fill its coaching vacancy with Troy's Jon Sumrall, who like his predecessor has posted consecutive seasons with more than 10 wins. Sumrall, whose hiring was announced Friday by incoming Athletic Director David Harris, replaces Willie Fritz,...

Solid US hiring lowers unemployment rate in latest sign of a still-sturdy job market
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added a healthy 199,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate fell, fresh signs that the economy could achieve an elusive “soft landing,” in which inflation would return to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target without causing a steep recession. ...
Baltimore's light rail service suspended temporarily for emergency inspections
BALTIMORE (AP) — Transportation officials in Maryland temporarily suspended light rail service in the Baltimore area Friday to perform emergency inspections of the whole fleet. The Maryland Transit Administration announced Thursday afternoon that the suspension was due to a...
Urban One: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
LANHAM, Md. (AP) — LANHAM, Md. (AP) — Urban One Inc. (UONE) on Thursday reported earnings of $70.4 million in its second quarter. The Lanham, Maryland-based company said it had net income of $1.39 per share. Earnings, adjusted for asset impairment costs, were $1.73 per share. ...
Urban One: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Urban One Inc. (UONEK) on Thursday reported earnings of $70.4 million in its second quarter. On a per-share basis, the Silver Spring, Maryland-based company said it had net income of $1.39. Earnings, adjusted for asset...
Urban One: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Urban One Inc. (UONEK) on Thursday reported net income of $2.9 million in its first quarter. On a per-share basis, the Silver Spring, Maryland-based company said it had net income of 6 cents. Earnings, adjusted for asset...
Urban One: Q1 Earnings Snapshot
LANHAM, Md. (AP) — LANHAM, Md. (AP) — Urban One Inc. (UONE) on Thursday reported profit of $2.9 million in its first quarter. The Lanham, Maryland-based company said it had net income of 6 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for asset impairment costs, came to 34 cents per share....
Ciena: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot
HANOVER, Md. (AP) — HANOVER, Md. (AP) — Ciena Corp. (CIEN) on Thursday reported fiscal fourth-quarter profit of $91.2 million. On a per-share basis, the Hanover, Maryland-based company said it had profit of 62 cents. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were 75 cents...
