Welcome to the Baltimore Beat. I'm Morgan Riley, bringing you the stories that matter in our city today, May 14, 2025.
Word on the streets of Baltimore is that our city continues to face challenges with violence, despite seeing improvements over the past year. Baltimore wrapped up 2024 with 201 homicides, which marked a significant drop of 60 cases compared to 2023. However, the past week has brought several concerning incidents to our neighborhoods.
Tragically, earlier this month, 6-year-old Micah Comegys was found shot in the 800 block of Vine Street. Initially investigated as a homicide, police have now reclassified this as a questionable death as of May 9th. Our community mourns this young life lost too soon.
In other incidents, 34-year-old Troy Gaigler was stabbed to death on Portal Street on May 5th, while 21-year-old Rashard Smith and 47-year-old Terrance Todd both lost their lives to gun violence over the weekend of May 3rd. Several non-fatal shootings have also occurred across the city in recent days.
In Ravens news that shocked many fans, the team has reportedly cut star kicker Justin Tucker, a move few saw coming as he's been a cornerstone of the franchise for years.
Looking around our city, the Top of the World Observation Level at the Baltimore World Trade Center will be closing later this year, according to the Baltimore Office of Promotion and The Arts. This landmark has provided breathtaking views of our city skyline for decades.
For those who haven't updated their identification yet, Maryland residents are being reminded to get their REAL ID-compliant driver's license before the May 7, 2025 deadline if they plan to board domestic flights. The deadline is approaching quickly, so don't delay.
Weather-wise, we're looking at more showers headed our way tomorrow and Friday, so keep those umbrellas handy as you navigate the city.
On a positive note, the Runners Run organization has been making strides in creating a more inclusive approach to uniting our local running community. After noticing a lack of representation at Baltimore races, they've been working to bring diverse groups together through the simple act of running.
As we reflect on these stories, I'm reminded of how resilience defines Baltimore – through challenges and triumphs, we continue to move forward together as a community.
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