Fresh Water, Foul Sewage

Accountabilityby Mark ReutterJul 20, 2018

EXCLUSIVE: DPW caught dumping chlorinated water into the Jones Falls

Last week, DPW assured the public that water being drained from the Druid Lake reservoir met all environmental standards. A surprise sampling by state regulators proved otherwise.

Special SeriesJul 19, 2018

Pugh’s chief of staff is leaving city government, sources say

A veteran City Hall operative is set to depart, while a Male Engagement consultant is ready to arrive.

TransportationJul 18, 2018

City selects contractor for new Harford Road Bridge

Traffic re-routing and bridge deconstruction are expected to get underway in a few months.

Special SeriesEnvironmentJun 1, 2018

DPW underreports volume of sewage dumped into the Jones Falls

VIDEO captures heavy runoff that wasn’t reported to the public or to federal and state regulators.

Special SeriesAccountabilityJul 17, 2018

UM Medical Center denies any role in death of homeless woman

Hospital denounces “unfounded speculation” about Karen Simpkins’ death, but says it is legally bound not to comment on her medical treatment or discharge.

Special SeriesJul 16, 2018

Making the homeless disappear was goal of previous mayor

A retired pastor sees parallels between the city’s response to the homeless and the Trump administration’s zero-tolerance policies at the border.

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Fresh Water, Foul Sewage

EXCLUSIVE: DPW caught dumping chlorinated water into the Jones Falls

Inside City Hall

Pugh’s chief of staff is leaving city government, sources say

Homelessness and Housing

UM Medical Center denies any role in death of homeless woman

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Cold Brew

A refresher from the archives

2 years ago

Neighborhoodsby Mark ReutterDec 9, 2016

Your walk, run, or bike trip around the lake will soon end.

Special SeriesCrime & JusticeJul 14, 2018

Sister of homeless woman found dead near city shelter seeks answers

EnvironmentJul 12, 2018

At hearing on reservoir projects, councilman asks: “Where’s Rudy Chow?”

Special SeriesEnvironmentJul 11, 2018

Project to protect city’s drinking water has so far compromised it

Special SeriesNeighborhoodsJul 11, 2018

Loved but lost, Lawrence Alexander is returned to his family

Business & DevelopmentJul 10, 2018

The sky is not the limit for new buildings in Mt. Vernon – at least not yet

Business & DevelopmentJul 9, 2018

Mt. Vernon project triggers proposal that could weaken historic district height guidelines

Special SeriesAccountabilityJul 6, 2018

Baltimore County water rates to rise 40% over next five years

TransportationJul 5, 2018

Benefits of new bike lane and pedestrian path outweigh traffic back-ups, supporters say

Special SeriesJul 2, 2018

After latest water rate hike, a call to Pugh and Young for help

Special SeriesJun 30, 2018

9.9% water rate hike coming to city. For county residents, a double whammy.

Special SeriesPoliticsJun 29, 2018

Primary aftermath: Mary Washington’s lead holds in 43rd

Crime & JusticeJun 28, 2018

Covering a massacre in their own newsroom

Crime & JusticeJun 28, 2018

Homicide or suicide? Board probing Det. Suiter’s death promises an answer

EnvironmentJun 27, 2018

Measuring smog and particulates, report ranks Baltimore air pollution among worst in U.S.

Special SeriesPoliticsJun 27, 2018

Mosby coasts to victory, some state senate upsets, dead heat in Baltimore County

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