Sumac: A “weed tree” with a spicy story
Commonly found on the streets and vacant lots of Baltimore, this hardy plant produces berries that can be made into a drink or a zesty spice.
Citizens’ group calls on the state to fine DPW for fish kill
The agency’s tardy response to chlorinated water rushing into a Leakin Park stream is inexcusable, says Friends of Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park. Councilman Burnett promises a public hearing.
NeighborhoodsOct 9, 2019
Property owners vote 99 to 41 to make Woodberry a historic district
An effort to designate a “hot” real estate market for historic protection is opposed by one person at CHAP hearing – developer Larry Jennings.
EnvironmentOct 9, 2019
Why DPW is cutting down trees along the south shore of Druid Lake
Thirteen longstanding “volunteer” trees are being removed to stabilize the slope of Druid Lake Dam, the city says.
Crime & JusticeOct 7, 2019
City Council tentatively passes bill to end police “gag orders”
Tonight’s unanimous vote suggests that the bill can sustain a veto by Mayor Jack Young. ACLU hails the Council’s action.
Business & DevelopmentOct 7, 2019
Losing streak: Horseshoe Casino continues to slide
Revenues last month dropped 31% below the same month in 2016, an ominous sign in a very competitive industry.
The Drip
Your quick news fix
Oct 1, 2019
Women vow to refile sexual assault suit against UMBC and Baltimore County
Sep 17, 2019
Young moves police-involved settlements to BOE’s non-routine agenda
Sep 11, 2019
Hearing Monday on bill to end “gag orders” in police settlements
Jul 8, 2019
Sharkey to lead Baltimore’s troubled DOT, Nyagah-Nash to head DGS
Jun 28, 2019
Housing Authority responds on Poe Homes rent abatement question
Special Series
Cold Brew
A refresher from the archives
How did police overtime get so high? How can it be fixed?
Insights from the Dixon era when police overtime was less than half of what it is today.
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