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Baltimore Police Department Implements New Scheduling System
The Baltimore Police Department has announced a change to its scheduling plan to enhance operational efficiency.
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Two Baltimore Police Officers Face Indictment for Alleged Misconduct
The indictment of two veteran officers highlights ongoing concerns about police conduct in Baltimore.
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Former Baltimore Police Official Named Person of Interest in Homicide Investigation
A recently dismissed Baltimore police officer is now being investigated in connection with a homicide case.
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BPD and PERF Launch Summer Internship Program with Local HBCUs
A new initiative pairs Baltimore Police with Morgan and Coppin State Universities for student internships in policing.
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ACLU Sues Baltimore Police Over Aerial Surveillance Program
The ACLU and ACLU of Maryland have filed a lawsuit against the Baltimore Police Department, challenging a controversial aerial surveillance initiative.
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Two Baltimore Teens Charged with Gun Violations After Downtown Chase
Two 16-year-olds, both with prior robbery arrests, face charges after a foot pursuit in downtown Baltimore led to the recovery of a loaded handgun.
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Gaithersburg Man Arrested for Impersonating Police Officer
Melvin Pinkney Jr. faces charges after attempting to pull over a real Montgomery County Police officer.
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Tragic BASE Jumping Accident Claims Lives of Two Adventurers in Utah
A fatal BASE jumping incident near Moab, Utah, resulted in the deaths of stunt performer Andy Lewis and 68-year-old Danny Kregle.
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Man Arrested for Impersonating Police After Pulling Over Officer in Silver Spring
A Maryland man was taken into custody for posing as a police officer after stopping an actual officer in an unmarked vehicle.
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Education
Baltimore City Schools Unveil $1.95 Billion Budget Amid Financial Constraints
The proposed budget for FY27 reflects a 4.3% increase but highlights disparities in funding across schools.
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Inspector General Raises Safety Concerns at Baltimore DOT Facility
A new report highlights ongoing safety issues at a Baltimore Department of Transportation facility, including fire safety violations.
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21-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder After Shooting Two Teens in Baltimore
Donnell Thomas faces multiple charges following two separate shootings involving teenagers in Southeast Baltimore.
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Firefighters Successfully Manage Two-Alarm Blaze in Penn North
A two-alarm fire in the Penn North neighborhood was contained by Baltimore firefighters without any reported injuries.
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Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Auto Parts Store in Baltimore
A fire at a retail auto parts store prompted a significant response from local firefighters, highlighting safety challenges.
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Emergency Response Team Deployed to Bus Collision in Baltimore
Maryland's Shock Trauma GO TEAM was activated following a bus accident in Baltimore, providing critical medical assistance.
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Fire at Auto Parts Store Labeled a 'Near Miss' by Safety Officials
A recent fire at a Baltimore auto parts store trapped a firefighter, prompting Maryland safety officials to label the incident a 'near miss.'
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Firefighters Respond to House and Barn Fires
Multiple fire crews were dispatched to combat separate blazes at a residential property and a nearby barn in Baltimore County.
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Education
ICE Claims Detainee Resisted Arrest Near Baltimore School
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reports a detainee resisted arrest outside a school in Baltimore, escalating the situation.
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Public Safety
Investigators Examine Fatal B-52 Crash at Edwards Air Force Base
A B-52 crash shortly after takeoff at Edwards AFB has left eight dead, prompting an investigation into the incident.
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Firefighter Injured, Resident in Critical Condition After Blaze in Baltimore
A firefighter sustained injuries while responding to a fire that left a resident in critical condition in Baltimore.
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