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The exterior of the Baltimore County Courts Building in Towson is pictured in this photo from June 16, 2022.
Judge chides prosecution for delays in Linthicum case, tells them to turn over evidence
The rulings settle parts of a monthslong dispute in the case, though the judge did not hold the state’s attorneys office in contempt of court following delays and excuses for not sharing evidence that the defense requested.
The Safe Streets outpost in Belair-Edison in Northeast Baltimore is seen in this photo from Oct. 26, 2023.
With search warrant still under seal, judge postpones trial of supervisor at Safe Streets site
David Caldwell, a supervisor at the Safe Streets outpost in Belair-Edison, is charged with illegally possessing ammunition.
Chesley Patterson, the general manager of La Scala Ristorante Italiano, who was fatally shot during an attempted robbery in Fells Point in 2022, is pictured.
Man pleads guilty to killing general manager of La Scala in Baltimore
Samuel Wise Jr., 24, of Baltimore County, was set to stand trial on Monday, but pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, use of a handgun during the commission of a crime of violence, and first-degree escape.
In a 2-1 opinion, the U.S. 4th Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday ruled that Maryland cannot enforce a law that requires people to get a license before they can buy a handgun. For now, the law remains in effect.
Maryland’s handgun qualification license law was struck down. Here’s what you need to know.
In a 2-1 opinion, the U.S. 4th Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday ruled that Maryland cannot enforce a law that requires people to get a license before they can buy a handgun.
A caucasian man drawing his modern polymer (Glock) .45 caliber pistol from an IWB (inside the waistband) holster under his leather jacket.
Appeals court strikes down Maryland’s gun license law; Gov. Moore vows to fight for measure
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit on Tuesday issued the 2-1 decision about Maryland’s handgun qualification license law.
Patrick Wojahn, who served as the mayor of College Park from 2015-2023, is pictured in this photo from Nov. 1, 2022.
Ex-College Park mayor sentenced for child sex abuse material: ‘I am truly, truly sorry’
Patrick Wojahn, a Democrat who served as the mayor of College Park from 2015 to 2023, was sentenced to 30 years in prison plus five years’ probation on 140 counts of possession and distribution of child pornography.
6/28/22—The exterior of the Baltimore City Circuit Courthouse., Elijah E. Cummings Courthouse, Courthouse East
A Baltimore Police officer got free weed at his side gig. He unwittingly sold it to an informant.
Cejus Watson pleaded guilty on Thursday to theft for leaving work, selling the cannabis at his tattoo shop in Baltimore County and going home before his shift ended on Sept. 29, 2022.
Maryland  Attorney General Anthony Brown speaks during a news conference on April 5, 2023.
Drugs, drones, forgery: A Maryland prisoner’s alleged escape scheme
Jose Tapia is charged in two new cases with 53 counts including obstruction of justice, forgery and identity theft scheme.
Photo illustration of cut out gavel descending on crushed car against a teal background. Behind the gavel and the car is the seal of Baltimore City Hall.
Baltimore sued over a spike in car thefts. Can the city make Kia and Hyundai pay?
“These cost-cutting measures employed by Hyundai and Kia at the expense of public safety are unacceptable,” Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said in a statement. “They have left our residents vulnerable to crime and are significantly burdening our police resources.”
Ex-Baltimore Police Sgt. Ethan Newberg is pictured in this undated submitted photo.
Ex-Baltimore Police sergeant sentenced to six months on home detention for misconduct
Prosecutors once said Ethan Newberg, a more than 28-year veteran, engaged in a “pattern and practice of harassment and intimidation.”
David Boykin, a rising local rapper who was best known around Baltimore as President Davo, is seen in this publicity photo. He was shot and killed on Oct. 6 in East Baltimore.
Police arrest man in deadly shooting of popular Baltimore rapper President Davo
Earl Lee, 27, is charged with first- and second-degree murder, use of a firearm during the commission of a crime of violence and related offenses, according to court records.
Police respond to reports of a shooting at the corner of S Catherine St. & Frederick Ave. on May 11, 2023.
Baltimore Police won’t face charges in pursuit before fatal crash, shooting of 17-year-old
Prosecutors with the Public Trust and Police Integrity Unit detailed their legal review on Thursday in separate reports posted online.
In this photo from June 23, 2023, Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, flanked by Mayor Brandon Scott, speaks during a news conference at Baltimore City Hall.
Perjury, shoplifting, murder: Why police officers are on the ‘Do Not Call’ list in Baltimore
The Baltimore Banner recently obtained a spreadsheet through a Maryland Public Information Act request to the Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office.
Former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby leaves the courthouse after a federal jury found her guilty of two counts of perjury.
Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby found guilty of perjury
Federal prosecutors alleged Mosby lied about experiencing an “adverse financial consequence” to take advantage of a provision in the CARES Act to make an early withdrawal from her retirement account.
In this submitted photo from WJZ-TV, 13-year-old Kelsey Washington is pictured.
Man found guilty of murder in fatal shooting of 13-year-old girl in Baltimore
“This verdict is a testament to the steadfast commitment and skill of our prosecutors, the diligence of law enforcement, and the integrity of our justice system,” Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates said in a statement.
Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby just arrived at the federal courthouse in Greenbelt for her federal perjury trial, which starts this morning with opening statements.
Perjury trial begins for former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby
Mosby, 43, who served two terms in office from 2015-2023, is charged with two counts of perjury.
Mourners gather at the memorial service of firefighter Capt. Dillon Rinaldo
‘Heart of a lion’: Baltimore firefighter Dillon Rinaldo remembered at funeral
The funeral service took place at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in North Baltimore.
Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby enters U.S. District Court in Greenbelt on Tuesday for jury selection in her perjury trial. She’s accused of falsely claiming under oath that she experienced an adverse financial consequence from the COVID-19 pandemic to withdraw money early from a retirement account under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act.
Jury selection begins in perjury trial of former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby
Mosby, 43, is accused of lying about experiencing adverse financial consequences to withdraw money early from her retirement account under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.
Three students shot in front of Baltimore’s Carver Vo-Tech High School as classes begin.
Parents of 15-year-old accused of shooting at Carver Vo-Tech High School in Baltimore face charges
William Dredden, 40, and Tiffany Harrison, 37, are charged with first- and second-degree assault, conspiracy to commit first- and second-degree assault, use of a firearm during the commission of a crime of violence and related offenses.
Baltimore City firefighter Rodney Pitts’ memorial service took place at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen with hundreds of loved ones and mourners.
‘A Baltimore Hero’: Thousands remember fallen firefighter Rodney Pitts III at funeral
Scores of first responders, state and city leaders and mourners gathered for the funeral of Baltimore City firefighter Rodney Pitts III, who died in the line of duty Oct. 19.
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