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Baltimore Inspector General Cites Concerns in Former Youth Diversion Program

Report details data tracking gaps, billing issues in SideStep program run by Mayor's Office

Baltimore County Councilman Pushes Local Energy Purchasing Plan

Councilman Julian Jones wants to give Baltimore County more control over energy costs and sources.

Baltimore Mayor Addresses Dispute with Inspector General

Scott and Cumming at odds over financial records and investigations

Baltimore City Council Moves to Ban Private Detention Centers

Proposal aims to prohibit private detention centers through zoning regulations

Baltimore Cracks Down on Vacant Properties with New Tax Law

Homeowners who purchased rehabilitated houses may face higher taxes if properties still have vacant building notices.

Baltimore Mayor Signs Bill Raising Wages for Security Guards

New law affects around 4,500 security workers in the city

Baltimore Leaders Host Annual 'Baltimore Night' in Annapolis

City and state officials gather to discuss legislative priorities and partnership

Baltimore City Leaders Host Annual 'Baltimore Night' in Annapolis

Event brings city and state officials together to discuss legislative priorities and partnership

Baltimore City Council Presses BGE on Conduit Safety After Underground Fires

Utility company says it has made progress in modernizing the underground conduit system.

Baltimore Leaders Vow to Prevent Future Underground Fires

City and utility companies say progress is being made to address dangerous conduit issues.

State Leaders, Residents Push Back Against Major BGE Power Line Project

Proposed transmission line would tear up streets in historic South Baltimore neighborhoods, raising concerns about costs and community impact.

Maryland Senate President Criticizes BGE's South Baltimore Project

Ferguson says planned transmission line route through historic neighborhoods is "wholly unacceptable"

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