Mikenzie Frost

6 days ago | foxbaltimore.com | Mikenzie Frost

A program designed to divert young offenders away from the criminal justice system in Baltimore City is facing criticism as concern grows over a lack of accountability for offenders. The SideStep program is a partnership between the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, MONSE, and the Baltimore Police Department. First piloted in the Western Police District, Mayor Brandon Scott announced nearly $500,000 for the program in February 2024.

1 week ago | foxbaltimore.com | Mikenzie Frost

The calls continue to grow for the leader of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services to be replaced after an audit revealed several failures within the agency, from improper contracts and a lack of background checks to unchecked overtime and mismanaged supplies. The audit uncovered that one employee, who works directly with juveniles, has a criminal record, including convictions for assault and possessing a dangerous weapon.

1 week ago | foxbaltimore.com | Mikenzie Frost

Changes to Maryland's hallmark education spending plan are now in law, but the changes don't go as far as Gov. Wes Moore wanted. The Blueprint for Maryland's Future is a decades-long, multi-billion-dollar education spending plan that calls for pumping billions of dollars into classrooms around Maryland hoping the educational outcomes improve. At the start of session, Gov.

1 week ago | foxbaltimore.com | Mikenzie Frost

About one month after the end of the legislative session, leadership was back in the State House talking about the budget. This time, however, it was about the impacts more federal cuts could have on Maryland's bottom line and what's next for a possible special session.

1 week ago | capitalgazette.com | Mikenzie Frost

UPDATED: May 5, 2025 at 11:14 PM EDTHis trips and national appearances have fueled the conversation that he is a 2028 Democratic presidential candidate contender. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To log in, click here. Originally Published: May 5, 2025 at 10:59 PM EDTShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)