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I’m one of the thousands of car owners whose catalytic converters will be stolen this year. Why this is happening and what to do about it?
According to Baltimore City Police, there were 506 reported thefts of catalytic converters in the city between January 1, 2022 and this October 8, when my car started rumbling. But the problem is also a national one.
Baltimore City Police Department released this flier to citizens with suggestions to deter catalytic converter thefts.
On the anniversary of Maryland’s CROWN Act, why I’m happy to be nappy
As we note the second anniversary of the passing of Maryland's CROWN Act, I talk about my decision to wear my hair natural, and the social, political and even health implications.
Leslie Gray Streeter in 2021 in Fells Point, after her second Big Chop.
Baltimore Running Festival: 2 first-timers talk about why they’re hitting the streets this weekend — something they thought they’d never do
You may never have thought of yourself as a runner. That doesn’t mean you aren’t.
Members of Team Kennedy Krieger at a previous Baltimore Running Festival
Kanye West’s recent controversies have made headlines. Why can’t we stop talking about him?
I don’t have a problem with Kanye West publicly sharing his views. It’s the onus we put on those views that’s curious.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 11:  Rapper Kanye West and girlfriend Chaney Jones attend a game between the Washington Wizards and the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
Lizzo’s historic crystal flute moment, and why it matters
Lizzo's visit to the Library of Congress sparked not only controversy, but hopefully joy in music for a new generation.
Lizzo
A cold is not as serious as COVID, but deserves the same self-care
When we feel bad, are we more or less likely to take care of ourselves if it's not COVID-19?
Columnist Leslie Gray Streeter took a sick day, even though she was COVID negative, and made herself sit on the couch, watch bad dating shows and got lunch delivered. It's what at least one doctor ordered.
COVID exacerbated childhood trauma. Here’s what to look for — and how to help
A Baltimore ACE (adverse childhood experiences) trainer, and a survivor or childhood trauma himself, explains why — and how to help.
Ulysses Archie, Jr. seen here in his Irvington yard surrounded by his chickens, is a survivor of childhood trauma and a trainer in recognizing such trauma in communities.
“Thanks Brooks Day”: An appreciation of the former Oriole my son’s named after, and what that means to us
On “Thanks, Brooks Day” I have a personal message for Brooks Robinson, whom my son is named after and who created a tie between this city and my late husband.
Brooks Robinson-Streeter Zervitz at his first Orioles game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Why the Black ‘Little Mermaid’ matters
The casting of a Black actor in the live-action “The Little Mermaid” has caused a racist uproar, but also elicited a beautiful response from little Black girls. And that’s more important.
Halle Bailey plays Ariel in Disney's "The Little Mermaid"
How do you screen out serial killers on a dating app?
A Pennsylvania woman realized that her problematic ex-boyfriend was an alleged serial killer, freaking out the online dating world. A Maryland dating coach details how to protect yourself from such sketchiness.
Woman kicks away creepy man’s dating profile
As books are banned around the country, I will make sure my son learns Black history
To paraphrase George Santayana, those who forget history are condemned to repeat it. I refuse.
Photo of a child with the Alex Haley statue in Annapolis.
Baltimore as Grover’s Corners? Center Stage theater modernizes, localizes ‘Our Town’
A new production of “Our Town” places its small town in big city Baltimore.
An artist's rendering of the set of the Baltimore Center Stage production of "Our Town"
Young local author dedicates colorful caveman tale to supporting cancer patients, like his mom
The fun comic about a caveman and a time-traveling scientist is now helping with a good cause.
Maryland State Delegate Cathy Forbes meets her young constituent and author Orion Filippazzo.
‘It’s like your dearest great-aunt has passed’: British Marylanders consider the impact of Queen Elizabeth’s death
Britons with Maryland ties talk about the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
HM Queen Elizabeth II is greeted by children on her walk from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center mission control to a reception in the center’s main auditorium May 8, 2007 in Greenbelt, Maryland. The queen is on the last of a six-day visit to the U.S with her husband, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.
For the parents who don’t have help: An ode to the village we all deserve
As this week showed me, even scheduling something as simple and vital as a colonoscopy is impossible without help when you're a parent.
Illustration of women holding hands.
Student loans, taxes, race and Twitter: The impact of a viral moment
Student loans are a tax on community progress and not about systemic racism and hate.
WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 12: Student loan borrowers gather near The White House to tell President Biden to cancel student debt on May 12, 2020 in Washington, DC.
Everything starts to hurt at 50 ... but does it have to?
Most people accept that your body will start breaking down after 50. A local physical therapist says it doesn't have to be that way.
Leslie Streeter
Sending my child back to school in COVID-era 2022: I don’t know how to feel
As kids go back to school for the third academic year since the start of COVID-19, are we doing the most to keep them safe? And what does that mean?
BERLIN, GERMANY - AUGUST 10: Children wearing protective face masks arrive for the first day of classes of the new school year at the GuthsMuths elementary school during the coronavirus pandemic on August 10, 2020 in Berlin, Germany. Classes at schools across Germany are beginning this month with face mask requirements varying by state. Coronavirus infection rates are climbing again in Germany, from an average of 400 new cases per day about two weeks ago to over 1,100 yesterday, according to the Robert Koch Institute.
Need a break but can’t get away? Tips on an end-of-summer Baltimore staycation
Spend the end of summer spending time in our hometown.
Staycation , or holistay, is a period in which an individual or family stays home and participates in leisure activities.  A family visits the National Aquarium in Baltimore's Inner Harbor and  examine the jelly fish in the tanks.
Back to school offers a respite from high summer camp and child care price tags ... or does it?
Parents often welcome the start of public school because, unlike summer camp and childcare, they don't have to pay for it. But don't celebrate just yet.
Mom and son surprised by long receipt that separates them from school
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