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Police officers and members of the community are joining forces Tuesday for National Night Out. The night will consist of an evening of events intended to generate participation and support for local crime prevention activities. The annual national event helps to strengthen trust and foster good relationships between the police and the communities they serve. […]
The Baltimore City Police Department is working to close an officer shortage gap. It welcomed its newest trainees at the police academy at 3500 W. Northern Parkway. “Most millennials today when applying for police officer positions apply to ten or more departments,” said Baltimore Police Commissioner, Michael Harrison. He said that’s why he is proud […]
Baltimore’s City Council hosted a public hearing Tuesday to discuss banning plastic bags. The bill would ban bags in corner grocery stores and supermarkets. Retailers who choose not to comply could face up to six months in jail. In addition, store owners could face a $1,000 fine. It’s a debate that’s nearly 10 years in the […]
A 4-year-old boy suffered severe, untreated burns before he was found dead in a trash bin, according to Baltimore Police. Malachi Lawson (Baltimore Police) Charging documents released Monday detail the gruesome end to the life of Malachi Lawson, whose disappearance prompted an intense search . The documents say his mother, Alicia Lawson, and her wife, […]
Baltimore’s Ceasefire Weekend ended on a low note with the city logging its 200th homicide. Ceasefire Weekends, a segment of the citywide Safe Streets initiative, are held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on the first weekend of the month in February, August, and November and Mother’s Day weekend and are typically accompanied with rallies and community […]
The body of 4-year-old Malachi Lawson was found inside of a dumpster last night in northwest Baltimore. City Police say his mother confessed late Friday night that the child was not missing, but dead and then she provided a location of his remains. According to Fox 45, Malachi’s family reported he went missing Thursday afternoon […]
Four fans were kick out of Camden Yards during Thursday’s Orioles game for unveiling a banner supporting President Trump’s reelection. The banner which said, “Trump 2020” was unveiled for less 10 minutes in 8th inning before Baltimore Police and stadium officials had the fans take banner down and escorted out Oriole Park. Stadium policy is […]
Baltimore City Police are investigating after robbers broke into the home of Congressman Elijah Cummings. According to WJLA, authorities said the burglary was reported on Saturday, July 27, at 3:40 a.m. at the home located in the 2000 block of Madison Avenue. At this time, police don’t know if any property was taken. Hours after the […]
Baltimore City Council’s newest president Brandon Scott laid out his list of priorities Wednesday and said reducing crime is a top priority. Scott said all city agencies should be involved in the mission of lowering crime and serving those with violence-related trauma. “Violent crime is the biggest impediment to the quality of our life. People […]
President Donald Trump spent Wednesday night tweeting about Congressman Elijah Cummings once again. “The Radical Left Dems went after me for using the words “drug-infested” concerning Baltimore. Take a look at Elijah C.,” President Trump said. The Congressman has tweeted that he will continue to “serve as a check on the Executive Branch.” Trump’s latest […]