So many memories of Preaknesses. Maybe more precious are the rare afternoons playing hooky from work and enjoying the horses, jockeys, and exciting races without the crowds. I’m from Woodbourne Heights in Baltimore, 15 minutes from the track. I’m excited about the new Pimlico. I hope they will honor the name and memories with the new track. — Susan

After uncontrollable circumstances hurt Journalism's chances in the Kentucky Derby, trainer Michael McCarthy was upbeat about his chances at the Preakness.

Now in its fourth year, AfroPreak is shifting the culture at one of horse racing’s oldest institutions—by making sure Black voices, businesses, and brilliance take the lead.

BALTIMORE — Mark Casse was not a Metallica guy until he began training Sandman. Now he is a big fan. The band has returned the favor. Front man James Hetfield met the horse at Churchill Downs before the Kentucky Derby, and he and the rest of Metallica filmed a video for Casse and Co. wishing Sandman well in the Preakness this weekend.

This year's Preakness Weeks started on April 28th, and each day of the week since, the Maryland Jockey Club put the spotlight on one local business.

Here is everything you need to know about the Preakness Stakes and Pimlico Race Course regarding its demolition, plans for renovation, and much more.

To spread out the three Triple Crown races? Switch the order of them? Let horses run on a two-week turnaround?

Get ready for the 150th Preakness Stakes. Plus, enjoy a 24-hour Edgar Allan Poe readathon, a short play festival, and more this weekend.