An opinion piece argues that Maryland and Baltimore apply political accountability unevenly, contending that Black elected officials have historically faced harsher media scrutiny and public condemnation than others accused of misconduct.
Tag: Ivan J. Bates
Posted inBaltimore News
Funeral home founder Al Wylie celebrates his 80th birthday with street renaming ceremony
Community members gathered to celebrate the 80th birthday of funeral home founder Al P. Wylie on April 10 at Wylie Funeral Homes. Wylie received personal certificates from Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates and Baltimore City Police Department Western District’s Major Natalia Preston and a street was renamed in his honor.
Posted in!Front Page Baltimore News
Local, state and federal officials announce takedown of four criminal organizations in drug bust
By Ariyana GriffinAFRO Staff Writeragriffin@afro.com On Nov. 25, officials on the federal, state and local levels convened at Baltimore Police Department headquarters to announce a significant drug takedown. The operation, part of the “Group Violence Reduction Strategy (GVRS), was titled “Operation Tornado Alley” and successfully dismantled four individual crime organizations wreaking havoc in the southwest […]
Posted in2024 Elections
Former Mayor Sheila Dixon concedes to Mayor Brandon M. Scott in Democratic primary
Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott won the 2024 primary election with 50.96% of the votes, while former Mayor Sheila Dixon conceded after receiving 41.29% of the votes.
