The latest from Cadence Quaranta
How to get naloxone (Narcan) in Maryland — and how to use it
Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose.
I-695 crash that killed six workers among deadliest since 1980
Life as a highway construction worker: We ‘don’t know who’s gonna go home that day’
With job training and accountability, a program helping squeegee workers is succeeding
The program aimed to pull young people off squeegee corners and give them an opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and to help them achieve their version of success.
Months into the mayor’s squeegee plan, there’s ‘significant progress’ but work remains
In the nearly seven months since banned zones went into effect, the city has seen fewer squeegee workers on street corners and young people have been connected to mentors and jobs, City Administrator Faith Leach said.
Here’s how a pumping station fire affected the rest of the water system
Officials are continuing to ask residents of Baltimore City and Baltimore and Howard counties to restrict their water use.
10 years after Tyrone West’s death, supporters won’t stop fighting to hold police accountable
Tyrone West died during a struggle with police officers on July 18, 2013, following a traffic stop. Every Wednesday since, his sister Tawanda Jones and supporters have gathered to call for accountability.
Pool’s out for summer: Patterson Park’s pool won’t reopen this season as city tackles repairs
Baltimore officials acknowledged this week that the Patterson Park pool won't reopen this summer so it can undergo much-needed repairs. It comes after a radio station's video of kids swimming without permission in a city pool's green water went viral.
Lawyers for ex-Gilman teacher charged with abuse seek school, student records
Defense lawyers argued the school and student records have information relevant to the case, but a Baltimore County prosecutor called the request a “fishing expedition.”
Feds amend criteria for new FBI headquarters, giving Maryland bid a boost
The GSA anticipates making a selection in the next few months.
Baltimore approaching deadline to expand sewage backup assistance program, advocates say
Under the order, the city will have to assist any sewage backup caused by problems in the city-owned portion of the pipe system
DPW asks residents to limit water use in Baltimore, counties after pumping station fire
The request comes after a Thursday morning fire at a DPW drinking water pumping station in Baltimore County strained the region’s drinking water system.
Marylanders urged to ‘take every precaution’ after first heat-related death of the year
A 52-year-old man died from a heat-related illness in Cecil County, according to the Maryland Department of Health.
Anne Arundel County school board narrowly rejects proposal to limit flags
Critics said they believe the measure targeted flags such as those promoting gay pride. Backers said they wanted to ensure all students were comfortable in their surroundings.
Lidl grocery store in Brooklyn Park to close on Sunday, company confirms
The discount food chain said in a statement that the store was “underperforming.” The announcement follows a mass shooting in the nearby Brooklyn section of South Baltimore that left two dead and 28 wounded.
Puttshack is bringing ‘tech-infused’ mini golf to Harbor East
The company uses a special ball that automatically keeps track of each player’s score, and unlike traditional mini golf, players try to get the highest score by racking up bonus points.
17-year-old boy shot in East Baltimore, in critical condition
A preliminary investigation indicates the shooting was 'domestic-related,' police said.
Maryland Public Service Commission to hold hearing on BGE external regulators
The commission, which regulates utilities and oversees BGE, said the hearing is meant to allow people involved in the dispute to make comments and provide information on the regulators.
Starbucks workers at Ellicott City store vote to unionize
It’s the coffee chain’s seventh location in Maryland to organize.
Anne Arundel County high school teacher accused of sexually abusing two students
In one instance, the teacher allegedly “held a knife against one of the victims and asked if he should ‘use it,’” according to police.
Man, 40, who was fatally shot by police after reportedly firing shots at officers is identified
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General has also identified the five officers involved in the shooting.
