Commentary

Special Seriesby David A. PlymyerAug 30, 2019

Baltimore County has a stinky Achilles heel that its chief executive needs to address quickly and publicly if he is to sustain his reputation as a reformer.

Jul 15, 2019

An open letter to Jack Young: Open up police brutality settlements to scrutiny

Here’s an opportunity to set yourself apart from the big-talk, little-action crowd, says a longtime government attorney.

Jun 6, 2019

“Cops who care” will present Historic Pennsylvania Avenue Parade on Saturday

A model for community policing? Baltimore Police officers help reestablish a long-dormant neighborhood parade.

Jun 5, 2019

Gender neutral bathroom bill before Baltimore’s City Council is a step in the right direction

One in three members of the LGBT community reports being harassed when attempting to use public restrooms. For trans individuals, the experience is worse.

Apr 1, 2019

UMMS self-dealing scandal a product of privatization

What’s really unhealthy at Baltimore’s once-public hospitals: How their executives pay themselves millions, strip employees of rights and sue impoverished patients. [OP-ED]

Mar 27, 2019