Data Stories

Students in the Data Lab develop innovative data-driven web applications, interactive graphics and in-depth web projects. They serve as lead producers for CNS’ destination website and help test innovative new ideas to advance the practice of journalism.

Maryland colleges have produced over 300 NFL Draft picks

Seven different Maryland colleges have produced NFL Draft picks. Most of the state’s 319 draft selections appeared in at least one NFL game, while a select few forged a Hall of Fame career.

Maryland basketball games can look empty inside the cavernous Xfinity Center

Maryland has the second largest arena in the Big Ten for both men’s and women’s basketball. The size could explain why Xfinity Center often looks emptier than the announced attendance.

What makes a hit? A look into 2024’s top-charting songs

Long gone are the days of yore where every other song on the charts is Katy Perry’s, Adele’s or Rihanna’s. Sort of.

Maryland’s labor shortage may mean a lack of skilled workers for the Key Bridge rebuild

Despite Maryland’s low unemployment rates, employers are struggling to fill job vacancies and the workforce’s blue-collar sector is especially stressed. Job seekers lack the specialized skills demanded by the market, which could make it challenging to find qualified local workers for the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, according to economists.

Understanding Maryland’s firearm suicide statistics and trends

CNS analyzed data about firearm suicides in Maryland and found five key takeaways.

Sellouts and snowstorms: The history of Opening Day in Baltimore

Baltimore fans have routinely packed Camden Yards on Opening Day, but that wasn’t always the case when the Orioles played at Memorial Stadium. As for the weather, some Opening Days in Baltimore have been summer-esque, while others have been far frostier.

The Port of Baltimore’s public terminals are booming. Here’s why.

Over the last 25 years, the Port of Baltimore’s business plan and geographical placement have led to dramatic increases in overall cargo coming through its six public terminals. The port now handles substantially more container tons, automotive cargo and farm and construction machinery.

The Ravens’ fourth-quarter turnover rate soars in the playoffs

The Ravens have averaged nearly twice as many turnovers per game in the fourth quarter during the playoffs than the regular season under current head coach John Harbaugh.

Taylor Swift, the Super Bowl, and celebrity private jet emissions: A closer look

As the world tuned in for the spectacle of the 2024 Super Bowl, a less glamorous but equally significant narrative emerged: the environmental impact of private aircraft travel.