IG fights back after Scott neuters her powers

Commentaryby David A. PlymyerJul 23, 2026

A hearing next week in the legal battle that Baltimore’s inspector general never should have had to fight

A chronology of the dispute between IG Isabel Cumming and Mayor Brandon Scott that could cripple her office’s ability to investigate corruption in city government. [OP-ED]

Special SeriesJul 22, 2026

Chief of Baltimore’s wastewater division steps down following critical OIG report

Source describes the fired manager as a “scapegoat” for chronic issues facing the two sewage treatment plants.

Special SeriesPoliticsJul 21, 2026

Local Democratic Socialists of America chapter is holding a pre-election campaign launch

Aligning with successful campaigns across the country, Greater Baltimore Democratic Socialists of America tout their grassroots causes and endorsed candidates, including school board member Ash Esposito.

Jul 21, 2026

Dredging of Lake Montebello will start soon amid a sustained drought

The oft-delayed project comes as the city faces a shortfall of rain and a consent decree with state and federal regulators.

CommentaryJul 17, 2026

BGE power outages make July’s hot weather even more miserable in southeast Baltimore

“It is not unusual for us to wear headlamps similar to those used by coal miners,” says a resident who meticulously recorded a dozen power outages over 10 days. [OP-ED]

Special SeriesPoliticsJul 16, 2026

Breaking: MD Democratic Party removes Ronald Rosenbluth from 41st District Central Committee

State Party Chair Steuart Pittman says Rosenbluth, an avid Dalya Attar supporter, violated the party’s code of conduct.

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IG fights back after Scott neuters her powers

Jul 23, 2026

A hearing next week in the legal battle that Baltimore’s inspector general never should have had to fight

Fresh Water, Foul Sewage

Jul 22, 2026

Chief of Baltimore’s wastewater division steps down following critical OIG report

Campaign 2026

Jul 21, 2026

Local Democratic Socialists of America chapter is holding a pre-election campaign launch

Cold Brew

A refresher from the archives

Culture & Artsby Fern ShenMay 26, 2015

The whole world is curious about West Baltimore these days. One place to tune into the community’s struggles – and its sources of strength – is the little waterproof journal chained to a bench not far from where Freddie Gray was arrested.