by Mark ReutterMay 11, 2026
Baltimore lawmakers weigh in on why they voted against the IG records access bill
Members cite the need for a deliberative process as reason for rejecting a bill that goes against the mayor’s wishes.
Accountability
May 11, 2026
Conway says he will force City Council to hold a vote tonight on his IG records access bill
Council members have so far avoided taking a public stance on the dispute between Inspector General Isabel Mercedes Cumming and Mayor Brandon Scott.
May 8, 2026
IG Cumming attracts ardent fans at hearing to regain records access, but faces longshot odds with City Council
Scenes from the hearing on Mark Conway’s charter amendment to give the Baltimore Inspector General her powers back, including the Law Department “gotcha” that wasn’t.
May 6, 2026
After Motorola says it could drastically cut the price of $153 million police contract, Scott appointees approve it anyway
“By bypassing a formal bid process, the city has overlooked a proven opportunity to achieve a minimum of 50% in savings, amounting to over $50 million,” a Motorola vice president says.
May 5, 2026
Baltimore to spend a record amount on new police technology via single-source contract
Axon’s contract with Baltimore Police started at $11.6 million, climbed to $46 million and will now soar by another $153 million if approved by the Board of Estimates tomorrow.
Special SeriesApr 22, 2026
Mayor Scott’s chief of staff files complaint over Inspector General Cumming’s online post
Cumming apologizes for the video. City rules require complaints going before the Ethics Board to be kept confidential, but this one was leaked to the media.
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