In First Half 0f 2025, Baltimore Had Fewest Homicides in Half Century

When a bridge accident happened in Baltimore, the young Black Mayor Brandon Scott endured taunts from many on the political right about being a DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) hire.

Many saw the accident as proof that the city had elected a leader based on the color of his skin, rather than merit.

But a city that has endured a reputation of violence and urban plight recently celebrated the lowest homicides for the first half of the year in 50 years.

Not bad for a city led by a DEI hire.

Read the full article here: https://www.regalmag.com/in-first-half-0f-2025-baltimore-had-fewest-homicides-in-half-century/