Struggling to get by while battling bureaucracy, Baltimore benefits theft victim gets good news
Maryland officials restored some of Damon Minor’s benefits after he filed an appeal and a story appeared about his case. But many others aren’t so lucky.
Feb 1, 2023
Conduit report says BGE agreement pushed by Mayor Scott is not in city’s best interests
“The current deal has not won the support of DOT Conduit professionals,” says an internal report that calls the pending pact a “windfall” for BGE.
EnvironmentJan 31, 2023
New governance rules proposed in wake of Baltimore water and wastewater system failures
Mayor Scott and County Executive Olszewski journey to Annapolis as lawmakers propose a task force to explore a possible regional water authority.
Jan 30, 2023
Scott confirms talks with BGE amid more criticism of his conduit plan
Mayor says the agreement will be “fair and equitable,” while two of his predecessors say it is a “sweetheart deal” that goes against the wishes of voters.
Jan 27, 2023
DOCUMENTS: Charter amendment blocking sale of Baltimore’s conduits, and BGE’s proposal to end its franchise fees to the city
Here is what city voters approved and what BGE has privately proposed to the Scott administration.
Judge lets Marilyn Mosby’s legal team quit, likely leading to a third trial delay
Declaring Baltimore’s former top prosecutor “indigent,” Judge Griggsby appoints a federal public defender to represent her.
The Drip
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Jan 17, 2023
Judge turns down Marilyn Mosby’s request for a change of venue
Jan 12, 2023
New speed cameras coming in four locations near city schools
Jan 4, 2023
Hart to Heart defends higher ambulance rates
Dec 13, 2022
DPW announces rebranding with a new logo
Dec 9, 2022
Former city prosecutor pleads guilty to using grand jury to stalk ex-girlfriends
Special Series
Marilyn and Nick Mosby
Jan 27, 2023
Judge lets Marilyn Mosby’s legal team quit, likely leading to a third trial delay
Homelessness and Housing
Jan 12, 2023
Helping Up Mission now offers isolation beds for Baltimore’s Covid-positive homeless
Inside City Hall
Dec 1, 2022
Thompson will serve as acting city solicitor after questions arise about her Charter qualifications
Cold Brew
A refresher from the archives
EXCLUSIVE: Fish kill, reported in the Jones Falls, linked to vinegar plant
Pollution controls at the Fleischmann’s factory were out of service.
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