Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
Maryland has approved the demolition and reconstruction of the historic Pimlico Race Course, crucial for preserving the Preakness Stakes and revitalizing local economic development. With over $400 million invested, the project aims to transform Pimlico into a modern multi-use venue, creating jobs, enhancing the community, and securing the racetrack’s future in Baltimore.
Maryland’s HB0707, or Eric’s ID Law, allows residents to voluntarily designate a “nonapparent disability” on state IDs. This initiative aims to foster understanding during law enforcement interactions, especially for individuals with autism, PTSD, and similar conditions. Inspired by Eric Carpenter-Grantham, the law promotes empathy and awareness while signifying a significant step towards inclusive policing.
Eric’s ID Law: Maryland’s New Driver’s License Option for Nonapparent Disabilities Marks a Major Step Toward Safety and Inclusion Read More
The author, a disabled parent with ADHD and PTSD, struggles to gain access to his son amid systemic failures within the legal system. Despite numerous attempts for accommodations and filing complaints, he faces ongoing discrimination and bureaucratic indifference. The piece highlights the challenges disabled individuals encounter in seeking justice, emphasizing a need for reform.
Nowhere to Turn: How Maryland’s Civil Rights System Abandons Disabled Parents Read More