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Kirk McKoy

Kirk

Kirk McKoy is the photo editor for The Baltimore Banner. Originally a native of Charleston, S.C., Kirk grew up in the DMV area and graduated from the University of Maryland. Before returning to Maryland, Kirk worked for the Los Angeles Times for 34 years as an editor and photographer covering mostly the entertainment industry. His photos from the Los Angeles Riots and the Northridge Earthquake, led the Pulitzer Prize-winning entry for the Los Angeles Times. Kirk was inducted into the National Association of Black Journalist’s Hall of Fame in 2021. In his free time, you can find him drawing and painting, doing wood working, biking and hiking.

Latest content by Kirk McKoy

O.J. Simpson walks out of courthouse after the verdicts concerning his civil trial were read.
Reflections on covering O.J. Simpson’s murder trial as a photographer for the Los Angeles Times
Kirk McKoy covered the O.J. Simpson murder trial as a young news photographer and remembers how it affected his view of the world — and whether his football idol was innocent or not. He also shares photos he took at the time.
Apr 13, 2024
The egg hunt. Parks & People Easter Egg Hunt, Mar 30 2024, Baltimore, MD.
PHOTOS: The Easter Bunny comes to Baltimore
Parks & People celebrated its 40th anniversary with its annual Easter egg hunt.
Mar 31, 2024
Amaris Puzak (right) and Andrew Mannion join the crowd at Camden Yards for opening day Thursday.
Photos: Orioles fans flock to opening day at Camden Yards
Scenes from Camden Yards as the Orioles beat the Angels 11-3 to start the season.
Mar 28, 2024
A portion of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after it was struck by a large container ship early Tuesday morning, March 26, 2024, sending several vehicles and people into the frigid water below.
Dramatic photos show destruction of Francis Scott Key Bridge, damaged cargo ship
Eight members of a construction crew repairing potholes on the bridge deck were believed to have fallen into the water, two of whom were rescued.
Updated Mar 26, 2024
Solomon Harris and Katelyn Dwarica are proud to be Mister and Miss Lincoln University and represent the school at the CIAA tournament.
PHOTOS: FANtastic supporters of the CIAA
This year CIAA Basketball Tournament fans took center stage in Baltimore from February 26 - March 3, 2024, by applauding electrifying performances by teams at the CFG Bank Arena.
Mar 2, 2024
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson arrives for the NFL Honors award show Thursday night in Las Vegas, where he picked up his second MVP trophy.
Photos: Moments from Lamar Jackson’s MVP season
Pictures from Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's 2023 MVP season.
Feb 9, 2024
The hill in front of the Observatory at Patterson Park was dotted with hundreds of kids who had a snow day. They brought sleds, floats, trash can lids, and more to take on the massive slope.
PHOTOS: Snow is Here! Time for shoveling, sledding and snowball fights
Snow will continue through the morning before tapering off later in the afternoon and evening.
Updated Jan 19, 2024
Baltimore Ravens players make their way onto the field to battle against Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023.
Photos: Sloppy Ravens fall to Steelers in Pittsburgh
A chilly autumn afternoon Sunday in Pennsylvania felt like the perfect stage for the next clash in the epic Ravens-Steelers rivalry. Banner photographers captured the most important moments from Baltimore’s disappointing loss
Oct 9, 2023
Lauren Burnette, of Chestertown, West Virginia, and owner of Scarabeus Ceramics, interacts with an attendee. Balticon 57 at Renaissance Harborplace Hotel, Baltimore, Maryland.
Photos: Welcome all aliens to Balticon
May 30, 2023
A couple walks across the bridge at Lake Roland Park trails after completing a hike.
Ten Baltimore-area hikes to free your mind, body and soul
Where to find scenic views with friends and family an hour’s drive or less from Baltimore.
Updated Apr 21, 2023
It feels just like jelly says 10 year-old Alena Grant as she reaches in to feel the jellyfish.
Cheers and applause for students’ academic achievement
The National Aquarium celebrates students’ successes with a free Shell-ebration
Updated Apr 19, 2023
A contestant walks for a category to compete for the grand prize at the Peabody Ballroom Experience.
Photos: Scenes from the Peabody Ballroom Experience
The Peabody Ballroom Experience was an opportunity to showcase diverse talent composed primarily of gay, lesbian, transgender and gender non-conforming people of color.
Updated Apr 18, 2023
Pat McFaul of Rosedale also know by his nickname “Old School” high-fives fans as they make their way around Camden yards before the Home Opener Orioles against divisional rivals New York Yankees.
Photos: Orioles fans flock to Camden Yards to celebrate Opening Day
Apr 7, 2023
Estela Sandavol makes pie crust at Dangerously Delicious on Pi Day on March 14, 2023.
A look at how local pie shops prepped for Pi Day
For Pie Time and Dangerously Delicious Pies, March 14 is their time to shine.
Mar 14, 2023
What I chose to wear to the CIAA games. Jamestris Watson of Winston-Salem State University wore her school colors to the CIAA. The Rams won their game for the day.
Photos: Fans show off their fashion game at the CIAA Basketball Tournament
The tournament is not just a place where players on the court get to to showcase their talent.
Updated Feb 25, 2023

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