Civil rights leaders praised a U.S. Department of Justice investigation launched this week into the Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) over concerns about racially segregated equity meetings. The U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division launched an investigation into BCHD on Wednesday, citing a Spotlight on Maryland report from the day prior that exposed how the … [Read more...] about Civil rights leaders praise DOJ investigation in Baltimore: ‘Figure out what happened’
Former Cecil County executive speaks out after sexually graphic voicemail surfaces
The former Cecil County executive is speaking publicly after a disturbing voicemail from 2023 surfaced online this month, containing graphic and violent sexual comments allegedly made by members of the Cecil County Sheriff’s Office while she was still in office — remarks she says left her feeling violated and exposed. Danielle Robinson, formerly Danielle Hornberger while she … [Read more...] about Former Cecil County executive speaks out after sexually graphic voicemail surfaces
Asking Eric: Students give teacher gifts but her boyfriend objects
Dear Eric: I have been a preschool teacher for more than 20 years. There are a few times throughout the year where the kids and their parents give us gifts, which of course is optional. Those occasions are Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Week and Graduation. I have never asked for, nor do I expect to receive gifts from the families, but am always thankful when … [Read more...] about Asking Eric: Students give teacher gifts but her boyfriend objects
Oral histories wanted: Share memories of Stanton School, Old 4th Ward
How many Annapolis newbies know about the historic Stanton Community Center, formerly the Stanton Colored School, which opened in 1865, in a sparsely populated area of Annapolis (outside of the City Gates) occupied by immigrants, free blacks and poor whites, now, Ward 2? Seven men of color — Dr. William Bishop, William Henry Butler, William Dorsey, Charles Johnson, Charles … [Read more...] about Oral histories wanted: Share memories of Stanton School, Old 4th Ward
Manchester Valley wrestling answers coach’s challenge, sweeps Liberty, FSK in tri-meet
At this point in the season, Manchester Valley coach Dave Dodson doesn’t just hope for wins and impressive performances on the mat. He expects them. “I challenged the kids tonight,” he said after Thursday’s tri-meet. “I wanted them to come out, compete and wrestle hard.” After Manchester Valley and Liberty picked up wins against Francis Scott Key to start the evening, the … [Read more...] about Manchester Valley wrestling answers coach’s challenge, sweeps Liberty, FSK in tri-meet