by Mark ReutterJun 26, 2025
Ex-Hogan cabinet secretary drafted zoning legislation that could benefit his Baltimore County estate
How a zoning bill gets crafted in Baltimore County, as revealed in emails obtained through a records request.
Accountability
Special SeriesJun 10, 2025
Johnny Olszewski’s uncle used his county-assigned vehicle for lengthy stays at Olszewski’s campaign office
A report today by Inspector General Kelly Madigan cites the improper use of a county vehicle by a “relative” of a politician, identified by The Brew as Robert W. Olszewski Sr., uncle of the former county executive and current congressman.
Jun 5, 2025
UPDATE: That 1×3 foot hole in the Baltimore Police parking garage leads to millions more in repairs
In August 2023, a slab of concrete fell at BPD’s fortress-like parking garage. The building’s flaws have since multiplied, delaying its reopening until late 2026 and sharply increasing costs.
Jun 3, 2025
An expensive no-bid contract is deferred by the Board of Estimates
Underground utility marking is a surprisingly big business in Baltimore, with a controversial $6.55 million contract taken off the BOE agenda at the last minute.
Special SeriesMay 21, 2025
Klausmeier plans to appoint a panel to review candidates for county inspector general position
Rocked by the blowback from her decision not to reappoint Kelly Madigan, Klausmeier says unnamed panelists will help her select a new inspector general.
May 19, 2025
This year’s Maryland Party: Another cozy gathering of developers and political leaders in Vegas
The Maryland real estate industry is paying at least $2.1 million to Howard Perlow’s networking company to hobnob with state and city politicians under the cover of palm trees and cabanas.
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