Environmentby Fern ShenOct 6, 2026

Part 2: MDE abruptly cancelled plan to allow independent testing of BRESCO’s incinerator ash

South Baltimore community members had lined up university experts to oversee testing and assess health impacts. Then, the state backed out.

Special SeriesCommentaryOct 6, 2026

What we’ve learned from the battle between the mayor and the inspector general

Stepping back from the procedural wrangling between the two, here’s a look at the bigger picture and the constitutional issues. [OP-ED]

Special SeriesCrime & JusticeOct 5, 2026

Marilyn Mosby faces possible disbarment in wake of today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision

A bar counsel proceeding to suspend the law license of Baltimore’s former top prosecutor was blocked until her federal appeals were exhausted. Now they are.

EnvironmentOct 5, 2026

Part 1: Citing toxic ash, residents again call for the BRESCO incinerator to be shut down

As MDE announces closure of one aging medical waste incinerator, communities blast the state for allowing Baltimore City’s even older and bigger incinerator to live on.

Special SeriesAccountabilityOct 1, 2026

Appellate Court denies city’s request for a protective order against the inspector general

For the third time in nine days, the high court has dismissed filings aimed at blocking the waste and corruption watchdog’s access to city records.

EnvironmentSep 30, 2026

Curtis Bay medical waste company is closing incinerator operations following years of community opposition

Pushed by persistent pollution reporting by local residents, Maryland officials will announce tomorrow a settlement agreement by the company to stop functioning as an incinerator. UPDATED

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IG fights back after Scott neuters her powers

Oct 6, 2026

What we’ve learned from the battle between the mayor and the inspector general

Marilyn and Nick Mosby

Oct 5, 2026

Marilyn Mosby faces possible disbarment in wake of today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision

The Future of Baltimore’s Harborplace

Sep 21, 2026

Community and labor groups protest Harborplace developer’s secret tax break deal

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Politicsby Fern ShenJun 16, 2025

Stopped and grilled at the grocery store? Voices from the rally at Patterson Park, including descriptions of interactions with ICE agents that have left city residents feeling fearful and silenced.