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Join the conversation with TJ Smith. Dive into a compelling conversation with Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, where strategies to combat crime and ensure justice are discussed in depth. As the community grapples with the impact of violent crime and joyous news of decreasing rates, Bates shares insights on partnerships, accountability, and the need for systemic changes in juvenile justice. This episode sheds light on the balance between reform and public safety, offering a narrative that underscores the importance of community engagement and legislative support. Read more.

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The event, titled “Justice in Action: Tackling Crime, Reform, and Community Safety,” will be streamed live on baltimoresun.com starting at 7 p.m. Monday. Read more.

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Created: 09 July 2025

Baltimore Circuit Judge Lynn Stewart Mays is set on April 29 to sentence Jackson on charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree assault, second-degree assault, use of a handgun during the commission of a crime of violence and possession of a regulated firearm under 21. Read more.

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Created: 09 July 2025

"This sentence ensures that a dangerous individual who has continually demonstrated a propensity for violence throughout his life will spend the majority of his remaining years behind bars, unable to inflict harm on another innocent person," Baltimore State's Attorney Ivan Bates said. Read more.

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In January 2024, Baltimore Police responded to a “domestic-related stabbing” at the boy’s home in the Morrell Park neighborhood. Read more.

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Authorities say McCrae is seen in the footage leaving the game while making a phone call, and then entering a grey sedan that followed the victim's Honda CRV to the scene of the shooting. Read more.

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Mary Margaret Philpot said her husband David was approached by a man who asked him for money. When David said he did not have any money, the man - later identified as 43-year-old Timothy Clinedinst - pushed him to the ground and kicked him. Read more.

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Created: 09 July 2025

Brunson faced similar charges in a different case on Nov. 15, 2021 which was dismissed on Aug. 8, 2023. Shelton said Brunson has a history of depression and is grieving the deaths of several of family members. Brunson’s mental woes prompted him to join the 39 Babies, Shelton said. “The final nail on the coffin was when I had to bury my only sister at the beginning of COVID-19,” Brunson told Judge Howard. “I lost my father after he OD’d. I felt like I was losing everything.” Judge Howard said he recognizes Brunson needs mental health treatment to ensure he’ll no longer be a threat to society. Read more.

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David Sanford, the attorney representing Lee's family, acknowledged the court's decision. "The family understands the court's decision and respects it," he said. Sanford had previously challenged Syed's request for a sentence reduction, arguing, "We've said all along we've never wanted Syed to spend the rest of his life in jail. The question was did he meet the factors of the test and we argued he failed 7 out of 10 factors and the judge should not grant the motion at this time." Read more.

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Created: 09 July 2025

Assadollah Hashemi, 66, of Reservoir Hill, pleaded guilty in Baltimore Circuit Court to setting a fire and damaging a religious building. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison but will only serve the time he’s already spent in custody. Read more.