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Tale of two cities: What DC could learn from Baltimore's crime reduction approach
As the work to save lives and reign in gun violence continues across the nation two Mid-Atlantic cities are of particular interest for those who do this work: Baltimore and the District of Columbia. Both cities had historic years in 2023 but in very different ways. Last year, Baltimore saw historic declines in homicides while the District saw a historic…
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Inside Baltimore's crime prevention plan
Last year, Baltimore saw a historic decline in killings while D.C. saw a spike. The News4 I-Team has been investigating the reasons for the gun violence and looking for solutions over the past two years. Investigative Reporter Tracee Wilkins traveled up Interstate 95 to talk to experts working on the frontlines to make a difference.
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Former top prosecutor for Baltimore Marilyn Mosby convicted of mortgage fraud
A former top prosecutor for the city of Baltimore has been convicted on one count of mortgage fraud for lying on a loan application. The federal jury announced a split verdict Tuesday evening. Marilyn Mosby was found not guilty on a second mortgage fraud charge. She was previously convicted on two counts of perjury in November. The charges stemmed from...
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Slain CEO's parents implore Maryland lawmakers to end good behavior credits for rapists
The parents of slain Baltimore tech CEO Pava Marie LaPere are urging Maryland lawmakers to end good behavior credits leading to early prison release for people incarcerated for first-degree rape. Frank LaPere struggled to speak at times as he testified in favor of a bill to do that. Jason Billingsley, who is charged with first-degree murder in LaPere’s death, was...
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The Baltimore Sun is returning to local ownership — with a buyer who has made his politics clear
The return of a struggling newspaper from an investment firm to a local owner would normally be cause for celebration in the troubled news industry. But The Baltimore Sun’s newly announced owner has a very specific political background, and some are concerned about what the 187-year-old publication could become. The new owner is David D. Smith, who is executive chairman...
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Preakness Stakes could temporarily move to Laurel Park under Pimlico upgrade plan
Horse racing officials are calling on lawmakers to upgrade the state’s horse racing model. The plan would temporarily relocate Preakness, the second leg of the Triple Crown, from Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore to Laurel Park in Anne Arundel County for two seasons.
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Preakness could move to Laurel for two seasons
Maryland’s storied Triple Crown race, the Preakness Stakes, could be moving to a different track temporarily. Horse racing officials are calling on lawmakers to upgrade the state’s horse racing model, including Pimlico, the home of the Preakness.
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Baltimore celebrates historic 20% drop in homicides even as gun violence remains high
Baltimore recorded less than 300 homicides last year for the first time in nearly a decade.
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DC attorney general announces new violence prevention grants
D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb announced a series of grants to promote “leaders of tomorrow.” News4’s Derrick Ward spoke with the attorney general and a hopeful recipient about how the grants could help D.C.’s crime crisis.
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Maryland officials approve a lease extension for the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards
Maryland officials have approved a lease extension for the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. The deal was approved Monday by the state’s Board of Public Works, which is a three-member panel chaired by Gov. Wes Moore. They unanimously voted for the lease extension, hours after it was approved by the Maryland Stadium Authority. The deal extends the lease for 30...
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says Orioles lease at Camden Yards headed to a vote
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says a long-term agreement between the Baltimore Orioles and the Maryland Stadium Authority to extend a lease at Camden Yards is moving forward for a vote by state officials next week. The governor announced the agreement is slated to go before the Maryland Stadium Authority on Monday. It also is expected to go before the state’s...
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FBI to exhume body of Maryland woman whose unsolved 1969 killing was featured in Netflix's ‘The Keepers'
Joyce Malecki was found strangled after she went Christmas shopping and never returned. The case received renewed attention after “The Keepers” raised questions about whether Malecki’s disappearance was linked to that of Sister Cathy Cesnik.
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Baltimore Orioles lease deal for Camden Yards is ‘imminent,' Maryland governor says
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says he believes a new lease agreement with the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards is “imminent,” as an end-of-the year deadline approaches.
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What Archdiocese of Baltimore bankruptcy proceedings mean for survivors of abuse
Here are four of the big issues the News4 I-Team and legal experts say they’re watching as the Archdiocese of Baltimore bankruptcy process unfolds.
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What Archdiocese of Baltimore bankruptcy means for survivors of abuse
Here are four of the big issues the News4 I-Team and legal experts say they’re watching as the Archdiocese of Baltimore bankruptcy process unfolds.
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1 suspect arrested, 2nd sought in Morgan State mass shooting
A 17-year-old boy was arrested for his role in the mass shooting at Morgan State University. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports police are still searching for a second suspect – an alleged member of a violent D.C. gang who has been running from a federal indictment since summer.
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17-year-old arrested in DC in Morgan State campus shooting; 18-year-old still sought
A 17-year-old boy was arrested in D.C. for his role in the mass shooting at Morgan State University during homecoming last week, authorities say. The teen, whose name was not released, was charged with multiple counts of attempted murder, Baltimore police said Friday. He was arrested in D.C. a day earlier. Authorities are still searching for Jovan Williams, 18,...
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Police clear vehicle in BWI investigation
The suspicious incident closed a roadway terminal heading to the airport while they investigated.
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Morgan State University shares plans to build a wall around campus
Morgan State University leaders have announced they plan to build a wall around most of the campus and add additional security personnel after five people were shot during homecoming festivities.
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Baltimore police ask for help IDing ‘persons of interest' seen in video in Morgan State shooting
Police released surveillance video late Wednesday that shows several people walking in a grassy area.