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Baltimore mourns ‘LayedBack Jack,’ community activist
A small red sign attached to a black gate outside Opus Auto said simply, “RIP LBJ,” a nod of appreciation to LayedBack Jack, a friend, mentor and powerful influence to the many residents and business owners he met over the years.
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How to get rid of your Christmas tree in Baltimore area
Make sure to remove all ornaments, lights, tinsel and other decorations. They don’t make for good mulch.
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2 people, including firefighter, injured in house fire in West Baltimore
The fire broke out at a home in the 3700 block of Edmonson Avenue around 10 p.m. Thursday. Flames then spread to a second home, authorities said. The injuries to people were minor.
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Woman fatally stabbed in Northeast; suspect in custody
Police found a 37-year-old woman and an 18-year-old man suffering from stab wounds in the 3500 block of Chesterfield Avenue early Thursday. The woman later died, becoming the first homicide victim of 2020. A suspect was taken into custody Thursday afternoon.
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Man robbed, set on fire in East Baltimore
Police said during the robbery, the 59-year-old victim felt a liquid thrown against the back of his head and, before he could turn around, he was set on fire. He was robbed of his wallet and headphones. The man was taken to an area hospital to be treated for burns to the back of his head.
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