Malarie Pinkard-Pierre

As the debate over banning books continues, Midday hears from a librarian, community advocates and an author directly involved in this issue.

The annual contest encourages Baltimore area youth to "Dream Big" for their future.

Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman joins Tom to talk about the actions she’s taken in her first few months in office to strengthen communication between her agency and various constituent groups.

Real estate developers P. David Bramble and Christopher Mfume discuss how they envision the future of Harborplace and Baltimore's cityscape.

Baltimore Peace Movement and Baltimore Tree Trust partnered to honor loved ones lost to gun violence in Baltimore City.

J. Wynn Rousuck reviews "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by the Vagabond Players until June 11.

Mark Cudek and members of The Peabody Consort perform live on Midday.

The Disenchantment is author Celia Bell debut novel. It’s a tale of palace intrigue and forbidden love that takes place in the court of Louis XIV in 17th century France.

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Jr. has proposed a nearly $5 billion dollar budget for the state’s third largest jurisdiction. We talk with him about what’s in the budget, and what it will mean for County residents.

Carrie Engel and Farmer Chippy help Midday listeners get their gardens ready this weekend.