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Repeat offender sentenced to life plus 35 years for deadly shooting in Baltimore

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Amir Barnes-Henderson, a repeat violent offender with prior handgun convictions, was found guilty of first-degree murder and multiple related charges. Read more.

Ivan Bates hears concerns from residents during neighborhood walk -

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Bates walked with residents through all three neighborhoods Wednesday night. Residents near Gwynns Falls Parkway and North Hilton Street in Baltimore are urging city leaders to address issues with squeegeeing and panhandling. It comes amid a meeting between Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates and Gwynns Falls, Hanlon and Auchentroly Terrace residents on Wednesday to discuss their concerns and tour their communities. Read more.

Baltimore State’s Attorney supports state police involvement for quality-of-life crimes

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However, Bates said that would only be if they are focused on quality-of-life crimes, such as car break-ins and vandalism. Bates added that the city’s biggest problem in violent crime is down. Read more.

Lift as You Climb: Alumnus and Baltimore State Attorney Ivan Bates on the Importance of Student Leaders and the Impact of HBCUs

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“I had a pretty interesting journey to Howard,” said Bates. Admitting that he wasn’t a particularly strong student while in high school, he decided to go into the United States Army. It was while stationed in Germany that the future bison learned more about the university and its students. Read more.

Baltimore man sentenced to life in prison for 2022 murder in Greenspring neighborhood

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Morris's co-defendants, Darrean Fleming and Wesley Lambert, had previously been found guilty and sentenced to life for their roles in the murder, which occurred in the 4200 block of Pimlico Road. Read more.

Students at Baltimore Collegiate School for the Boys receive 'Welcome back' handshakes

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City State's Attorney Ivan Bates was among the men who greeted the students in the tradition's 11th year. Read more.

‘Our progress is remarkable’: Ivan Bates responds to historic decline of homicides

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“This year has been historic for our city. For the first time in nearly 50 years, Baltimore has recorded fewer than 100 homicides. Read more.

Baltimore State’s Attorney hosts 2nd annual back to school cookout and giveaway

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“As Baltimore’s young people prepare to head back to school, it is crucial that they have the tools they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond,” said Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan J. Bates in a statement to the AFRO. Read more.

Baltimore State’s Attorney Bates talks progress on crime, community safety

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Bates notes that his office jailed 2,200 repeat violent offenders, compared to 1,000 under the previous administration. Read more.

'Do a better job': Ivan Bates wants state legislature to change repeat juvenile offender laws

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"I applaud Ivan's efforts in doing this. I think he's got a good mindset, but it has got to be a collaborative approach in partnership with (the Department of Juvenile Services)," said Sen. Bill Folden, R-District 4. Read more.