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‘Scary Mommy’ Founder Jill Smokler Faces Glioblastoma Diagnosis With Her Trademark Wit and Aplomb
That Smokler, 48, is navigating her grim diagnosis with humor isn’t a surprise to those who have been following her since her early blog days. Her brand has always been radical honesty.
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Arts & Culture
‘The Wire’ 20 Years Later: How Does “The Greatest Television Show Ever” Hold Up?
When the show ended its run, David Simon said he wanted his portrayal of Baltimore judged against the future.
Charmed Life
Laura Lippman Uses Fashion to Tell Stories During Quarantine
The novelist has some fun reaching into her closet.
The Chatter
Baltimore City Takes on Trump after President’s Vitriolic Attacks
Donald Trump adds people of Baltimore, Rep. Elijah Cummings, Maryland Congressional District to growing list of black and brown targets.
The Chatter
Local Politicians React to Mayor Pugh’s Leave Announcement Amidst Scandal
City council members Zeke Cohen and Ryan Dorsey have called for Pugh’s resignation.
News & Community
The Misfit Matrix
With a nod to New York magazine, check out our guide to some of the most Baltimore moments from the past year.
Arts & Culture
Book Reviews: May 2018
The latest work about The Wire and Maryland's musical history.
Arts District
David Simon Discusses New HBO Series The Deuce
Co-creator talks about his creative process and what he’s working on next.
Arts & Culture
The Wire: Where Are They Now?
Wherever these Wire actors end up, they remain a part of Baltimore, and we’re happy to follow them.
The Chatter
David Simon To Host Rally Protesting Trump’s Immigration Ban
Wire creator says the executive order “is personal.”
Arts & Culture
Q&A With Laura Lippman
Baltimore crime novelist discusses her latest book Wilde Lake.
Arts & Culture
David Simon and Laura Lippman
The creative couple talks about authorial autonomy, the complicated legacy of The Wire, and why Simon had no idea who Channing Tatum is.
The Chatter
President Obama Interviews The Wire’s David Simon on YouTube
White House video shows the president and Simon discussing the consequences of the drug war.
The Chatter
David Simon on Robin Williams
The writer remembers the actor's guest appearance on Homicide: Life on the Streets.
The Chatter
HBO Greenlights New David Simon Project
Six-part miniseries will focus on race relations and politics in Yonkers, NY.
The Chatter
Breaking Beer: O’Malley and Simon
The Maryland governor and The Wire creator make peace over Coronas on Amtrak.
