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crime-and-public-safety1 month ago•10 min saved

Baltimore mother held without bond after six children found in condemned, unsanitary home

Teonna Brown, 34, was arrested and held without bond after six children, ages 1 to 9, were found alone in a condemned rental home in East Baltimore. The children were discovered by a city employee on September 1, 2026, in a house lacking electricity, water, food, and air conditioning. Brown faces six counts of child neglect. Mayor Brandon Scott has ordered inspections of other assisted housing units and vowed to hold city officials accountable for oversight failures.

via Baltimore Sun|

#baltimore #child-neglect #crime-and-public-safety

politics2 years ago•9 min saved

"Baltimore Poll: Brandon Scott Leads Mayoral Race and Cash on Hand"

Mayor Brandon Scott has seen a surge in support among Baltimore voters, with his favorability rating increasing by 18 percentage points and his job approval rating rising from 37% to 46%. A recent Goucher College Poll and The Baltimore Banner survey found Scott leading the Democratic mayoral primary race, with 40% of likely Democratic voters supporting him compared to 32% for former Mayor Sheila Dixon. The poll also showed that 70% of likely Democratic voters approved of Scott's response to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The primary race, which will likely determine the outcome of November's general election in deep-blue Baltimore, features a total of 9 Democratic candidates and 3 Republican contenders.

via The Baltimore Banner|

#baltimore #democratic-primary #goucher-college-poll

infrastructure2 years ago•6 min saved

"Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse: Workers Remove Wreckage from Water as Engineers Begin Cleanup"

Workers have removed a 200-tonne segment of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge from the Patapsco River, with no timeline yet for reopening the Port of Baltimore. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott responded to racist remarks falsely attributing the incident to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, calling the disaster a "national economic catastrophe." Meanwhile, a barge struck a bridge in Oklahoma just days after the Baltimore tragedy, and one of the last drivers to cross the Key Bridge narrowly escaped the collapse. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that the operation to clear the debris is complex, and the mayor called for bipartisan support for the bridge repair.

via The Independent|

#baltimore #bridge-collapse #francis-scott-key-bridge

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Confronts Racism Amid Bridge Collapse Blame"

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott dismisses "DEI mayor" labels following the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, emphasizing his focus on the loss of life and his commitment to doing his job to the best of his ability. He addresses racism and criticism, stating that he aims to prove his critics wrong by ignoring the noise and continuing to serve the people. The bridge collapsed after a cargo ship collided with it, leading to the presumed deaths of four construction workers and halting the search for the missing due to safety concerns.

via The Hill|

#baltimore #bridge-collapse #dei

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Confronts Racism Amid Bridge Collapse"

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott faced racist attacks after a bridge collapse, with critics targeting his race, appearance, and leadership. The collapse of the Key Bridge has complicated his efforts to revive the city's fortune, thrusting him into the national spotlight and making him a larger target for racist commentators. Despite the online attacks, Scott remains focused on addressing the crisis and the long-term economic consequences for the city. The incident resulted in casualties, including migrants from Mexico and Central America, and has highlighted the challenges faced by the predominantly Black city.

via The Washington Post|

#baltimore #bridge-collapse #leadership

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Uncovering the Truth Behind the Baltimore Bridge Collapse"

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott condemned racist attacks by right-wing figures who attempted to blame him for the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, stating that critics didn't have the "courage to say the N-word." Scott pushed back against online conspiracy theories and emphasized the tragedy's impact on immigrant workers. The incident has sparked wild conspiracies, despite authorities finding no evidence of deliberate intent, and has drawn criticism from lawmakers and journalists.

via Forbes|

#baltimore #bridge-collapse #mayor-brandon-scott

arts-and-entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

Kelly Rowland to Headline Artscape in Baltimore, Mayor Confident in City's Ability to Handle Multiple Events

Kelly Rowland is set to headline Baltimore's Artscape free arts festival, which is returning after a three-year hiatus. The festival, scheduled for September 22-24, will also feature performances by Angelo Moore of Fishbone, Nile Rodgers & Chic, and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. The event has been moved from its traditional July weekend and will expand its footprint to include the Station North arts and entertainment district. Despite concerns about congestion due to multiple events happening in the city that weekend, Mayor Brandon Scott reassured that Baltimore has successfully handled simultaneous events in the past.

via Baltimore Sun|

#arts-and-entertainment #baltimore-artscape #baltimore-symphony-orchestra

crime3 years ago•5 min saved

Baltimore Mayor responds to multiple playground fires.

Another Baltimore playground was set on fire, this time at Wilbur H. Waters Playground in west Baltimore. Parks and recreation workers got a look at the damage while neighbors looked on in disgust. Mayor Brandon Scott said the fires won't stop the city's recreation rollout plan and wants the community to step up and let police know who's setting the fires.

via WBAL TV Baltimore|

#arson #baltimore #community

local-news3 years ago•2 min saved

Baltimore weekend marked by multiple shootings, leaving several injured and one dead.

Four people were injured in a daytime shootout near East 21st Street and North Charles Street in Baltimore. The incident followed a violent weekend where several juveniles were shot, including a 12-year-old who was killed. Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates called for parents to be held accountable for their children's actions, while Mayor Brandon Scott referenced a Stop The Beef Hotline that has been set up to resolve conflicts among youth. Some residents are calling for more gun laws and higher penalties, while others question what can be done to stop the violence.

via CBS Baltimore|

#baltimore #gun-laws #local-news

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Quadruple shooting in Baltimore leaves three dead and one critical.

Three adults were killed and one is in critical condition after a quadruple shooting in Baltimore's North Harford Road neighborhood. The shooting began as a "dispute" between people who knew one another, and the suspect is still at large. Mayor Brandon Scott called the shooting "one of the most disgusting things" he's seen in his time in elected office and urged the suspect to turn themselves in. Homicide detectives are investigating the incident.

via Baltimore Sun|

#baltimore #crime #homicide-investigation