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Concerns Raised Over Brandon Scott's Leadership in Baltimore

A reader commentary highlights growing skepticism regarding Mayor Brandon Scott's integrity and effectiveness in office.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Chicago Man Arrested for Alleged Plot Against UFC Event at White House

A 20-year-old Chicago resident faces charges related to a planned attack during a UFC event at the White House.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Historic Promotion of Baltimore Fire Battalion Chief Serves as Inspiration

The recent elevation of a Baltimore fire battalion chief marks a significant milestone, inspiring many within the community.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Tragic Rowhouse Fire Claims Lives of Three Baltimore Firefighters

A joint memorial service will honor the lives of three Baltimore firefighters who died in a rowhouse fire on January 24, 2022.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Baltimore Fire Department Launches 'Fridays at the Firehouse' for Youth Engagement

The Baltimore City Fire Department invites local youth to explore firefighting through hands-on activities every Friday in August.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Tragic Fire Claims Lives of Three Baltimore Firefighters

Three firefighters have died and one is critically injured after a vacant rowhouse fire in Southwest Baltimore.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Baltimore Fire Department Seeks $39 Million to Address Fire Truck Shortage

City leaders face critical decisions as the Baltimore Fire Department proposes funding options to restore its fleet amid a significant shortage of fire trucks.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Five Individuals Charged in Assault and Cell Phone Theft Incident

Authorities have charged five individuals, including two men from Odenton, in connection with an assault and theft of a cell phone.

1 month ago

Courts

Baltimore Citation Docket to Meet Monthly Due to Low Citation Rates

Baltimore's citation docket will transition to a monthly schedule in 2025 as police issue fewer citations for low-level offenses.

1 month ago

City Hall

Baltimore City Council Approves Nearly $5 Billion Budget Amid Concerns Over Mayor's Office Expansion

The Baltimore City Council unanimously passed a budget focused on public safety and immigrant services, despite scrutiny on staffing increases in the Mayor's Office.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Baltimore Police Outline New Strategy for Fells Point After Recent Violence

Following two weekends of violence, city officials promise a revamped approach to maintaining order in Fells Point.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Trump Claims Iran Breached Ceasefire with Drone Strikes in Strait of Hormuz

President Trump alleges Iran violated a ceasefire by launching drones at vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

1 month ago

Public Safety

American Confirmed Dead Following Earthquakes in Venezuela

The U.S. State Department has confirmed the death of an American in the recent earthquakes that struck Venezuela.

1 month ago

Transit

MTA Police Seek Public's Help in Locating Suspect from Bus Assault

Authorities are investigating an aggravated assault on a LocalLink 29 bus and have released a photo of a suspect.

1 month ago

Transit

Community Voices Rise Against MTA's BaltimoreLink Initiative

Local residents and activists express concerns regarding the MTA's BaltimoreLink transit plan amid ongoing discussions.

1 month ago

Transit

Baltimore Leaders Advocate for Regional Transit System Overhaul

A new task force aims to improve regional transit governance and funding, highlighting the need for collaboration among local jurisdictions.

1 month ago

Courts

Family Rejects Plea Deal in Deadly Road Rage Incident

The family of a victim in a fatal road rage incident has deemed a proposed plea deal unacceptable.

1 month ago

City Hall

Mail-In Ballots Narrow Race for Baltimore County Executive

The Democratic primary for Baltimore County Executive remains competitive as mail-in votes are counted.

1 month ago

Courts

John Bolton Enters Guilty Plea in Classified Documents Case

The former national security adviser faces a potential prison sentence and hefty fine following his guilty plea.

1 month ago

Public Safety

Edgewood Mobile Home Fire Displaces Family of Three

A fire in the Williams Mobile Home Park leaves a family without a home as investigators look into the cause.

1 month ago