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Kimi Yoshino

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Managing Editor at The Washington Post Founding EIC, The Baltimore Banner

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 08/08/2025
After decades of anti-dam protest from Indigenous tribes, the mighty Klamath River is now flowing free. This summer, 15 teens kayaked from its headwaters near the Cascade Mountains in Oregon to its mouth on the Pacific coast of California.
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15 teens. 300 miles. One mighty ancestral river, running free.
The removal of four dams finally made a descent of the Klamath possible. These Indigenous kayakers became the first to attempt it.
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Lee Sanderlin @leeosanderlin.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
To the outside world, Brian Matusz appeared to have it all. But inside, a battle raged. This is the story of how the once-promising Baltimore Oriole lost his way. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/brian...
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The unraveling of Brian Matusz
Brian Matusz was once the Baltimore Orioles’ next great hope. How did an ‘all-American’ kid lose his way?
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Ellie Wolfe @elliew0lfe.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
BREAKING: Amid more federal funding and research cuts, Johns Hopkins University is pausing pay increases, freezing staff hiring and reducing capital projects by up to 20%. The university is on track to lose nearly $1 billion in funding — so far. Read: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/education/hi...
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Johns Hopkins pauses pay increases, freezes hiring amid federal cuts
The Johns Hopkins University will freeze staff hiring and pay increases as it deals with federal funding losses
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Leslie Gray Streeter @lesliegraystreeter.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
My first book tour was canceled by the pandemic. Five years later, my new book, which comes out Sunday, gives me a do-over. Also, come see me at the Arbutus branch of the Baltimore County Public Library at 6:30 tonight! www.thebaltimorebanner.com/opinion/colu...
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My first book launched the week the world shut down. I'm ready for my do-over.
The pandemic shut down my memoir book tour. Will the publicity for “Family & Other Calamities,” a love letter to Baltimore and journalism, be a chance to try again?
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
👀 Look who's coming to Montgomery County. Sign up for updates here: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/montgomery-c...
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Trusted, independent news is coming to Montgomery County from The Baltimore Banner
Sign up for updates and be the first to know when we launch
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Big news: I'm stepping down as editor-in-chief of @thebaltimorebanner.com to join @washingtonpost.com as managing editor. This decision has been difficult. I love what we've built here proving local journalism can thrive. Best job of my life. 🧵 www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/ki...
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Founding editor Kimi Yoshino to leave The Banner for The Washington Post
Kimi Yoshino, who has led The Baltimore Banner for three and a half years as its first editor-in-chief, will leave to become a senior editor at The Washington Post.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
I went on NPR's All Things Considered to talk about @thebaltimorebanner.com @alissazhu.bsky.social @jessicagallagher.bsky.social and Nick Thieme's Pulitzer Prize and the state of local news. Take a listen! www.npr.org/2025/05/06/n...
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Only three years old, online publication Baltimore Banner wins Pulitzer
Three reporters from the Baltimore Banner - a relatively new publication -- won a Pulitzer for their reporting on the overdose crisis in Baltimore done in conjunction with the New York Times.
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Tim Carvell @timcarvell.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Holy shit, just three years into its existence, the nonprofit Baltimore Banner has won its first Pulitzer.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Congratulations to @alissazhu.bsky.social @jessicagallagher.bsky.social and Nick Thieme! Very proud of this work, which judges called “an example of very powerful journalism.” They also praised the sharing of our “one-of-a-kind dataset” with nine other media outlets.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
Super proud of the @thebaltimorebanner.com newsroom for winning an IRE award for our Key Bridge collapse coverage. At the time, we didn't even have a live blog, but we did have great journalists who know this community and what the bridge meant to it.
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Greg Morton @invisibae.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
@lizbowie.bsky.social & I got a chance to talk with @jemillerbalt.bsky.social about our investigation into the transit system that struggles to get Baltimore's public school students to school on time. Hope you'll listen! open.spotify.com/episode/4dVN...
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Good Data Analysis Tells a Story
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Jasmine Vaughn-Hall @jasminevaughnhall.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Fredricka Gray, Freddie Gray’s twin sister, sat down with me this week to talk about her older brother by 13 minutes. It’ll be 10 years this month since he was killed and Fredricka feels like half of her is gone. @kaitlinobscura.bsky.social 📸 www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/fr...
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Freddie Gray died after his arrest by Baltimore police a decade ago. His twin now has words to share.
Ten years ago, Freddie Gray died at the hands of Baltimore Police. Now, his twin sister, Fredericka Gray, talks about his death.
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Christopher Mims @mims.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
“Mommy, no. Mommy.” Daughter captures the moment masked ICE agents smash the window of her mother's car in order to take her into custody. The government claims the 52-year old seamstress is an associate of the MS-13 gang. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/lo...
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Rejected at her door, ICE nabs a Maryland woman in her car after smashing her window
Video shows a U.S. ICE agents breaking the window of a Maryland woman, Elsy Noemi Berrios, after failing to detain her at home.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Congratulations to this talented, Polk Award-winning @thebaltimorebanner.com reporting team for shining a light on Baltimore’s opioid crisis, work that has prompted impact and more focus on this problem. @alissazhu.bsky.social @jessicagallagher.bsky.social and Nick Thieme.
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Julie Bykowicz @bykowicz.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
This Homeland Security quote about the need for the National Fire Academy is 👀 “We are only authorizing travel for mission critical programs. This isn’t one.” www.thebaltimorebanner.com/western-mary...
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Western Maryland town alarmed by National Fire Academy shutdown
Emmitsburg, a tiny Western Maryland town, fears the Trump administration’s suspension of the National Fire Academy classes will harm the economy. And emergency workers say the public will be less safe...
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Jasmine Vaughn-Hall @jasminevaughnhall.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Let’s connect. @thebaltimorebanner.com
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Julie Bykowicz @bykowicz.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Creditors who want their money are not cool with Chasen's recent transfer of its $5 million+ private jet. They're now seeking a forced bankruptcy and an expedited hearing on it. @dylansegelbaum.bsky.social @halliemiller.bsky.social @invisibae.bsky.social
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A Baltimore developer’s private jet transfer has infuriated its creditors
A construction arm of Chasen Cos. now faces petition for forced bankruptcy
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Greg Morton @invisibae.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
NEW: 1 in every 10 workers in Maryland is employed by the federal government. It's also home to thousands of jobs at agencies like NIH. The data tells us a lot about which communities rely the most on federal jobs. Read at @thebaltimorebanner.com www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/care...
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Where do Maryland's federal employees live and work?
Thousands of federal workers call Maryland home. Many of them also work in offices across the state.
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Greg Morton @invisibae.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Reporting by @lizbowie.bsky.social & I was cited yesterday in a Baltimore City Council hearing on the root causes of chronic absenteeism. Proud that we were able to shed some light on a challenge that thousands of students. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/education/k-...
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Baltimore City Council members press for solutions to student transit nightmare
Baltimore City Council members pressed officials in the school district and the Maryland Transit Administration to find solutions to improve mass transit students.
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Pamela Wood @pwoodreporter.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
I sat down w/ Gov. Wes Moore and talked about the Trump administration, and his role in the Democratic response. "I don’t think it’s my job to tell the Democratic Party how to find itself," he told me. He wants to focus instead on protecting Marylanders. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...
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Gov. Moore says it's not his job to chart Democrats' future
Moore said he didn’t even watch Trump’s speech Tuesday night
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Kyle Goon @kylegoon.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Now we know. The Raven's "zero-tolerance" conduct policy, which they've been asked multiple times about for at least three years, does not exist in any meaningful way. It was a convenient perception for the Ravens to let linger. Until it wasn't. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/raven...
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Kyle Goon @kylegoon.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
From Jonas Shaffer -- as fans demand answers on Justin Tucker, the Ravens have remained conspicuously silent. Some perspective from PR professionals on why, and if that's a useful course of action: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/raven...
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Very proud of our team for winning a Polk Award today for Local Reporting on the city's overdose crisis. This is a big moment for @thebaltimorebanner.com — which has not even been publishing for 3 years — and signals that we have the talent and ambition to execute journalism at the highest level.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Sometimes it feels like all roads eventually lead to Maryland: Mysterious leader of the violent Zizian group arrested in Western Maryland, @leeosanderlin.bsky.social reports. The cultlike group has been tied to several killings across the country. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...
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Mysterious Zizian leader Jack LaSota arrested in Western Maryland
Jack ‘Ziz’ LaSota, the apparent leader of the Zizians, a cult-like group tied to at least six deaths, was arrested Sunday evening in western Maryland.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
In all, 9 women from 5 different high-end spas have shared allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior by the Ravens Justin Tucker with @thebaltimorebanner.com. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/raven...
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Ravens’ Justin Tucker faces new allegations from 3 massage therapists
Three additional massage therapists are accusing Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of sexually inappropriate behavior.
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Kyle Goon @kylegoon.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
People have questions about our investigation into Justin Tucker — why we looked into it, how we reported it, and why we published it as newsworthy. This podcast with lead reporters Julie Scharper, Brenna Smith and Justin Fenton answers these questions and more: open.spotify.com/episode/34ch...
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Justin Tucker accused of inappropriate sexual behavior. Here is how we reported the story
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Kyle Goon @kylegoon.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
It is painful to pore over the details of The Baltimore Banner’s investigation into Ravens kicker Justin Tucker, someone we thought we knew well. My column: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/raven...
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Justin Fenton @justinfenton.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
New @BaltimoreBanner investigation: Ravens' Justin Tucker accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by six massage therapists www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/raven...
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Ravens' Justin Tucker accused of inappropriate behavior by six massage therapists
Women say Justin Tucker repeatedly exposed his genitals and, in three instances, apparently left ejaculate on tables after massages.
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Zuri Berry @zuriberry.com · 08/01/2025
The value of liquor licenses in this Baltimore neighborhood are artificially inflated because ... neighbors and businesses want it that way. Great for incumbents. Tough for newcomers. Great reporting by my colleague Christina Tkacik. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/culture/food...
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The Dish: Why doesn’t this Dave Portnoy-approved pizza spot have its liquor license?
TinyBrickOven, which recently received $60,000 from Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy, doesn’t have a liquor license. But the issue isn’t as simple as one lawmaker waving a magic wand.
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Justin Fenton @justinfenton.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
In 2007 I wrote about how officials in Aberdeen were having regrets about a stadium deal for hometown hero Cal Ripken’s minor league baseball team, which never got worked out. So when Cal sold his majority stake in the fall, I wondered if something was up: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/oriol...
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Cal Ripken Jr. broke up with his hometown baseball team, the IronBirds
The ‘Iron Man’ moved a minor league club to Aberdeen in 2002, but after years of tension, Cal Ripken Jr. sold his namesake team.
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Baltimore Banner @thebaltimorebanner.com · 06/01/2025
Hey Baltimore, send us your snow pictures and tell us how you're spending the day! Tell us where and when they were taken. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/cl...
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
Follow our live coverage -- everything you need to know about the weather forecast, closures, where to go sledding and more!
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Baltimore Banner @thebaltimorebanner.com · 21/12/2024
Following controversy, Moore receives Bronze Star
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Following controversy, Moore receives Bronze Star
Moore, a veteran of the Army Reserves, had served a deployment to Afghanistan in 2005 and 2006, and his supervisor nominated him for the Bronze Star.
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Baltimore Banner Sports @sports.thebaltimorebanner.com · 21/12/2024
Steelers get the ball to start the second half Follow along live ⤵️
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Live updates and analysis: Steelers cut Ravens’ lead to 17-10 as first half ends
Follow all the action of Steelers at Ravens with our reporters and photographers at M&T Bank Stadium.
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Ryan Little @ryanlittle.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Local news partnership: Drug overdose deaths plague one generation of Black men in Baltimore and in cities across the country. @thebaltimorebanner.com partnered with @nytimes.com and @biglocalnews.bsky.social plus 9 local newsrooms to tell a story we found first in Baltimore. Threading links below.
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Julie Bykowicz @bykowicz.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
The Mangiones are prominent in Baltimore — and are particularly known for their philanthropy and work in the healthcare sector. Via @justinfenton.bsky.social @brennasmith.bsky.social Follow @thebaltimorebanner.com for much more.
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Justin Fenton @justinfenton.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
“When officers asked him whether he’d recently been in New York, police claim, the man grew quiet and started to shake” www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/cr...
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Luigi Mangione updates: New details emerge about his Baltimore ties
Luigi Mangione, a Maryland native, has been arrested on gun charges in Pennsylvania and is a person of interest in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Not a good combination: Gusty winds and piles and piles of lumber and tree waste. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/lo...
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Fire crews battle massive fire in Woodberry neighborhood near I-83
Fire crews are battling a massive fire in Baltimore’s Woodberry neighborhood near Interstate 83.
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Justin Fenton @justinfenton.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Federal authorities are deciding whether to criminally charge the companies that own and manage the ship that struck the Key Bridge. Donald Trump’s control of the Justice Department could influence the decision www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...
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Prosecutors nearing criminal charges in Key Bridge collapse
Prosecutors are weighing whether to bring criminal charges against the Singapore-based companies who own and operate the Dali cargo ship that hit the Key Bridge.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
The @thebaltimorebanner.com launched commenting today. Every day, we'll offer subscribers the opportunity to comment on a select number of stories. Learn more here: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/re...
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City Council's new blood wants to do ‘really dope stuff’
These four freshmen say they’re here to shake up the status quo.
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Ben Conarck @conarck.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
BREAKING: Maryland releases a damning audit of its corrections department and private for-profit healthcare vendors (Corizon/YesCare an Centurion). @pwoodreporter.bsky.social and I have the scoop. Threading key findings and reactions here: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...
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State failed to scrutinize prison health care companies, audit finds
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services did not sufficiently check in on its health contractors to ensure that patients were getting timely care and having their complaints investiga...
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
In honor of #GivingNewsDay, every gift today to @thebaltimorebanner.com will be matched dollar for dollar. Please consider a donation to help us deliver trustworthy local journalism in Baltimore and Maryland! www.thebaltimorebanner.com/give/
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Support The Mission of The Baltimore Banner
The mission of The Baltimore Banner is to be an indispensable resource for the Baltimore community. We accomplish this by delivering local news that readers are willing to support.
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Greg Morton @invisibae.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
NEW: Massive day ahead for parents and educators in Maryland as the state prepares to release rankings and star ratings for every public school in the state. @kris10griffith.bsky.social & I on what we'll be watching for when ratings are released. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/education/k-...
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Maryland schools get new ratings today. Here’s what to know.
How many stars did your school earn this year? The answer is coming later today.
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Kaitlin Newman @kaitlinobscura.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
I am currently going through my visual work from 2024. I am so lucky to be able to do photojournalism for a living, here in Baltimore. Thank you to everyone who trusts me with their image and vulnerability. There's something special about doing this line of work in my home city.
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Kimi Yoshino @kyoshino.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Join me and reporter Adam Willis at noon today to chat about what's next for environment coverage @thebaltimorebanner.com!
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rickhutzell.bsky.social @rickhutzell.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
It takes many types of people to make a newsroom, and Pat Furgurson played a role you can’t fill with a good resume and a fat file of clips. To my friend. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/opinion/colu...
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Pat Furgurson, journalist who covered his colleagues’ murders, dies
Pat Furgurson covered a tragedy that swept up him, the newspaper he worked for, Annapolis, and for a moment, the nation.
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Ben Jacobs @benjacobs.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Great piece on the total collapse of the Baltimore Sun since its acquisition by David Smith of Sinclair Broadcasting niemanreports.org/sunset-in-ba...
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Sunset in Baltimore – Nieman Reports
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Maya Lora @mayaklora.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
As a reporter who takes all her notes in cursive, I wanted to find out: is anyone teaching the kids cursive anymore? Turns out, in a lot of places they are, and it’s really good for their brains! You can read this story in cursive (below) or there’s a link inside to read in print
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Julie Bykowicz @bykowicz.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
High staff turnover and deep unease at Howard Community College. Superb reporting by @jessmnocera.bsky.social and @brennasmith.bsky.social
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‘Trust no one:’ Howard Community College’s president rattles a changing campus
Howard Community College President Daria Willis has been facing mounting criticism and controversy. Detractors turned to an anonymous website, which has become a ledger of grievances from employees, s...
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Giana Han @giana-jade.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Los Angeles has so much to offer, how do you decide what to do with your free time on a Ravens road trip? Former Lakers reporter @kylegoon.bsky.social and his girlfriend Daryl are here to guide you: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/sports/raven...
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Ravens road trip guide: What to see (and eat) if you travel to an away game this year
The Banner turned to local reporters for suggestions on where to eat, where to stay and what to do while you’re in town.
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