Checkmate: Baltimore 7th Grader Now National Chess ChampionBaltimore is now home to a national chess champion.
Ravens John Urschel To Play Chess Against U.S. ChampionRavens offensive lineman John Urschel will compete against U.S champion Fabiano Caruana in a chess match for the Liberty Science Center's "World Blitz Chess Title Bout."
Washington County Chess Academy Builds Focus, ConfidenceOn any given Sunday, many kids can be found lounging at home playing video games, watching TV or playing with friends, but for one group of children, weekend afternoons have been spent learning the game of chess.
Competitive UMBC Team Excels In IntellectOne of the most successful competitive college teams in the world is based in Baltimore. As Mike Schuh reports, they excel in intellectual, not physical feats.
Chess Gains Popularity In City Middle School Headed To National ChampionshipsThe game of chess is gaining popularity among city middle schoolers, so much so some are going to the national championships in April.