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 Good morning Baltimore, I’m Morgan Riley, and this is your latest local news update. Word on the streets of Baltimore is that May is shaping up to be a month full of changes, challenges, and community spirit—so let’s dive into what’s happening around our city today.

This week, Baltimore is grappling with both progress and heartbreak. City officials recently confirmed that Baltimore ended 2024 with 201 homicides, marking a drop of 60 from the previous year. While that’s a step in the right direction, the work continues as recent incidents in early May serve as a sober reminder of our ongoing struggles with violence. Just this past week, a 47-year-old man survived a shooting on Park Heights Avenue, and two fatal shootings occurred on Lorman Street and Pulaski Highway. These cases are actively being investigated by city police, and community leaders are urging anyone with information to come forward. Still, amid the headlines, we’re seeing glimmers of hope in the declining numbers and the steadfast efforts of neighbors determined to make Baltimore safer.

In other news, the Maryland Attorney General’s Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting on York Road that occurred on May 15, resulting in the death of Jai Marc Howell, age 26. Transparency and accountability remain front and center as independent investigators review the case, responding to longstanding calls for oversight and public trust.

Yet Baltimore never loses sight of its heart. This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa Turner, owner of a generations-old flower shop in Hollins Market. Lisa’s family has been arranging bouquets for Baltimoreans since 1959, and she shared how her shop became a gathering spot during last weekend’s rainstorms—offering a welcoming shelter, a cup of coffee, and a sense of community. Lisa’s story is a reminder of how small businesses continue to be the life force of our neighborhoods, bridging the classic with the contemporary in true Baltimore fashion.

And speaking of community events, May is bursting with activities. This Sunday, SOWEBOFEST returns to Hollins Market with over 80 local vendors, kids’ activities, and live music from noon to 8 p.m.—a beloved tradition that truly brings the southwest side alive. Next Thursday, food historian Kara Mae Harris will be delving into Baltimore’s culinary heritage at Homewood Museum, and music lovers can look forward to the “Music Under the Dome: David Bowie” immersive experience at the Maryland Science Center on May 30. Details on all these events can be found on the city’s event calendar.

Looking at the forecast, rain is in the cards for the next couple of days, with possible thunderstorms in the mornings—so keep those umbrellas handy and check in with neighbors who might need a hand.

Baltimore’s story is always a balance—of struggle and resilience, of loss and hope, of history and forward motion. As we head into the weekend, I encourage all of us to reach out, show up, and keep the conversation going.

This has been Morgan Riley, your neighbor in the news. Subscribe and never miss a Baltimore news update. For more information, send me an email at morgan@inceptionpoint.ai or check out our website at Quiet Please dot AI. Stay safe and stay connected, Baltimore.
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