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Roy Crosse was epically inspired by his connection to creative communities in Baltimore

Roy Crosse was epically inspired by his connection to creative communities in Baltimore I’m standing in the foyer of the home of artist Roy Crosse (alias roycrosse) and his wife, Anelda Peters, 12 years after his passing. Big windows beam light in every direction. I’m surrounded by thousands of spirited works that Crosse created during his prolific career.  Towering sculptures mad...

Almost a year after the police killing of Pytorcarcha Brooks, her family still hasn’t seen change or accountability

Almost a year after the police killing of Pytorcarcha Brooks, her family still hasn't seen change or accountability Her family called her Baby Sis. A quiet, gentle woman, Pytorcarcha Brooks couldn’t have weighed more than 100 pounds soaking wet. On June 25, 2025, the 70-year-old was deep in a mental health crisis that had been pulling her away from her family for a long time. Her son tried to get her help in [....