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One dead, three others wounded in separate shootings on New Year’s Eve
The violence capped off a year that saw fewer deaths and gunshot victims overall but still recorded one of the highest homicide rates in the nation.
A Baltimore Police car drives down Pennsylvania Avenue.
Maryland property values up 23%, largest jump in a decade
Since the 2021 reassessment, residential values increased on average by 25.6% and commercial properties saw an average jump of 17.6%, according to state data released Friday.
A house for sale in Baltimore, Maryland.
As evictions and expenses rise, Maryland renter coalition pushes for more aid
A new report found that Maryland could see costs savings if lawmakers provided money upfront to prevent the displacement of those most at risk.
NaShona Kess, vice president of the NAACP Baltimore City chapter, speaks at a news conference at The People’s Park in Annapolis about the need for more investment in eviction prevention funding on Dec. 20, 2023.
After Anne Arundel housing bill fails, Pittman vows counter campaign finance bill
The deciding vote ultimately went to County Councilwoman Allison Pickard, a Democrat who considers housing a pet issue.
County Executive Steuart Pittman, Ann Arundel department of Health and the Ann Arundel County Public library announce a pilot program to help reduce gun-related incidents and deaths on April 13, 2023.
A Southwest Baltimore school had a chance at renewal. Then the copper thieves came.
Because of the extensive damage, there are fears that Steuart Hill Academy faces the same future as some of the city’s other shuttered schools — demolition, or more extensive disrepair.
Steuart Hill Academic Academy, in Baltimore, Monday, May 15, 2023.
Ravens fans to get a preview of renovated stadium suites at Baltimore Peninsula
The NFL team will open a "preview center" showing off models of the suites coming to M&T Bank Stadium.
New office and apartment buildings have sprouted up in the emerging Baltimore Peninsula development, on the north side of the Middle Branch.
Baltimore’s bold new plan for vacant housing has a major catch — $8 billion, actually
The appetite for change is clear. But the plan’s details, at least for now, are less so.
Mayor Brandon Scott speaks outside of vacant homes on West Saratoga Street during a press conference hosted by Build One Baltimore on Feb. 16, 2023.
Baltimore leaders propose ‘landmark’ $8 billion plan to confront vacant housing
The money would be put toward at least 35,700 properties across Baltimore, including in neighborhoods that typically don’t see much government investment.
A vacant property notice sits on the marble steps of a West Baltimore home located in the Penn-North neighborhood and owned by an ABC Capital investor.
‘This is our gift to our daughter’: Pava LaPere honored at memorial service
Frank and Caroline LaPere plan to keep Pava's memory alive.
Pava LaPere of EcoMap Technologies
Political notes: City Councilman slams housing for lack of inspectors
Gov. Wes Moore also named several new members to the Commission on Indian Affairs
Baltimore City Councilman Robert Stokes (left) said an ordinance proposed by Councilwoman Odette Ramos (right) would further burden property owners and city workers without meaningful benefits. (file photo)
So many people are cutting cable that it’s hurting Baltimore’s finances
Since July of 2020, the number of city cable subscribers has dropped by more than 40,000 — reducing the revenue the city collects from its 5% franchise fee.
The exterior of Baltimore City Hall as seen on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023.
Baltimore is one step away from more affordable rents for new housing
The Baltimore City Council on Monday night approved an inclusionary housing bill that would compel all major developments to reserve a portion of the units to be rented at reduced prices.
Demonstrators hold a sign during a rally outside City Hall during a rally for the inclusionary housing bills in Baltimore on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023.
Baltimore City Council meeting interrupted by pro-Palestine protest; vote to condemn Hamas fails
The resolution, which did not appear on Monday night’s agenda, failed with four members abstaining from the vote. Just minutes earlier, a large group of pro-Palestine protestors had been escorted out of the building after interrupting the council proceedings.
Hundreds of protesters marched from City Hall to the Inner Harbor on Oct. 21 in support of Palestine. Protesters briefly interrupted a City Council meeting Monday night with chants supporting Palestine.
Baltimore planning board delays Harborplace vote, citing livestream failure
The panel was due to vote on three bills that aim to change zoning and street design around the Inner Harbor.
MCB Real Estate released renderings of a redeveloped Harborplace on Oct. 30, 2023, that show new buildings with residential units and park spaces.
Baltimore Peninsula team unveils city’s next marketplace
The development team said the marketplace is meant to provide an accelerator space for small businesses, especially those owned by women and people of color. Ideally, vendors will use the space as a launching pad before venturing into bigger spaces.
A rendering of the the Exchange, which will open in the ground floor of Rye Street Market in Baltimore Peninsula. It's envisioned as a marketplace for small and local businesses to set up shop.
Banner political notes: Sneed qualifies for public financing; Anne Arundel housing bill advances
Shannon Sneed gave us an early peek into 2024 campaign finances this month, when the Democrat filed new records of donations in order to qualify for public financing.
Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
Baltimore City Council advances affordable housing bills without ‘cap’ amendment
The city’s inclusionary housing bill package advanced to third reader Monday, setting it up for a final vote as early as next month.
City Council President Nick Mosby speaks outside City Hall during a rally for the inclusionary housing bills in Baltimore on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023.
Anne Arundel, Baltimore City taking distinct approaches to affordable housing requirements
Though the city’s legislative package differs slightly from the county’s proposal, they share a similar goal: that housing developments exceeding a certain size or value, or already receiving large public subsidies, should allocate at least a portion of the units for people at income levels below the Baltimore-area median.
Advocates rallied Nov. 14 for an inclusionary housing bill, sponsored by Councilwoman Odette Ramos, that would require developers to include affordable units in certain housing projects.
Scott administration urges pause on Baltimore inclusionary housing bills
Both bills advanced to second reader, though City Council members said they remained largely unfinished and would need to be refined ahead of another vote.
Councilwoman Odette Ramos speaks outside City Hall before a committee hearing, where her inclusionary bill package was heard Tuesday night.
3 things to watch as Baltimore considers affordable housing requirements
One bill would require all new developments exceeding a certain size and value to reserve a portion of units for people earning below the Baltimore-area median income. Another would allow developers to apply for a property tax credit.
Samantha Gowing holds up a sign at a rally supporting an inclusionary housing law on Oct. 3, 2022.
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