Midday News Wrap

NPR Pentagon correspondent Tom Bowman brings us the latest in the widening US and Israeli war on Iran, and NPR's Throughline host Ramtin Arablouei discusses the troubled history of US Iran relations.

On today's NewsWrap, Tom surveys some of the week's top state and local developments with reporter Pamela Wood, who covers Maryland politics and government for the Baltimore Banner.

WYPR's Baltimore County reporter John Lee unpacks the battle for Baltimore County's next Inspector General.

Midday hears about the state's latest attempts at juvenile justice reform and a Baltimore City coalition seeking more tax revenue from large nonprofits.

Former Delegate Maggie McIntosh discusses the latest in the General Assembly and how legislators are attempting to tackle the budget deficit.

On the Midday News Wrap we discuss the city's latest opioid lawsuit, state subsidies for trash incineration and reflect on the legacy of Mary Pat Clarke.

The Wednesday speech from Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu drew applause and condemnation from lawmakers in Congress.

Liz Bowie of the Baltimore Banner joins Midday to discuss Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Santelises' contract extension till next year.

In this week's News Wrap, Tom speaks with reporters about the most competitive City Council races and the Pro-Palestinian protests at Johns Hopkins University.

Tom gets an update on the 2024 Maryland General Assembly session including the latest on juvenile justice reform, education and youth crime victims.