'The Greatest. Period.' | Weekend Read

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Muhammad Ali, 'The Greatest,' Dead At 74

'What's Our Name?': Muhammad Ali Visit Launched Ravens' Championship Season

The Ravens were in the presence of "The Greatest." Jack Harbaugh had given the same speech to every team he had coached. In September 2012, Muhammad Ali was beside him as he told the Ravens the story behind "What's our name?"

It's a chant Ravens coach John Harbaugh had used for years to inspire the Ravens and push them to a Super Bowl victory in February 2013. The line originated with Ali decades earlier in the boxing ring. >>> Read more.

President Obama: Muhammad Ali Was the Greatest. Period.

"If you just asked him, he’d tell you. He’d tell you he was the double greatest; that he’d 'handcuffed lightning, thrown thunder into jail.'

"But what made The Champ the greatest – what truly separated him from everyone else – is that everyone else would tell you pretty much the same thing." >>> Read more.

More on Remembering Ali:

• 2 Pairs of Gloves Honor 'The Greatest' at The Smithsonian
• Muhammad Ali Surprised World at '96 Olympic Games

Teen Drinking, Graduation Decision Continue to Stir Controversy

A decision by the head of Montgomery County Schools to allow students to participate in graduation ceremonies after underage drinking – a move that overturned a principal’s decision -- continues to stir debate among parents and Patch readers. >>> Read more.

Summer Travel Nightmares: TSA Has Tips for Maryland Fliers

Looking to travel out of Maryland via BWI Airport for your summer vacation? The Transportation Security Administration has some advice for you before you head to the airport.

It's expected to be a busy summer season at Baltimore/Washington International Airport, and that means it's best to come prepared to avoid delays in boarding your flight. >>> Read more.

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