The Reemergence of Stephanie Rawlings-Blake
In the aftermath of the George Floyd tragedy, the former Baltimore mayor has been ubiquitous, something that should’ve happened in 2015, writes Michael Olesker.
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Stephanie Rawlings-Blake was honored with an official portrait unveiled on Saturday, Nov. 1, at a City Hall ceremony with other former Baltimore mayors. (File photo)
In the aftermath of the George Floyd tragedy, the former Baltimore mayor has been ubiquitous, something that should’ve happened in 2015, writes Michael Olesker.
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Known for her accuracy, integrity and clarity in reporting, Pat Warren worked at WJZ-TV for nearly three decades. (FIle)
The departures of Pat Warren and Mike Schuh at WJZ point to an ongoing crisis in TV news broadcasting, writes Michael Olesker.
Read MoreMichael Olesker writes about his recent conversation with mayoral candidate and City Council President Brandon M. Scott.
Read MorePolls show that Charm City voters are highly unhappy with their six options for mayor, writes Michael Olesker.
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Spokesman of his Generation? From 1957 to 1963, actor Ken Osmond, who passed away earlier this week, portrayed the mischievous and subversive Eddie Haskell. (Photo Wikipedia)
Michael Olesker mourns the death of actor Ken Osmond, better known as TV’s immortal Eddie Haskell of “Leave it to Beaver” fame.
Read MoreMichael Olesker remembers the late, great Johnny Walker and the golden age of local AM radio.
Read MoreMichael Olesker wonders how President Trump manages to sleep at night.
Read MoreWith the passing of Little Richard, Michael Olesker shares his thoughts and memories of the flamboyant pioneer of rock ‘n’ roll.
Read MoreSheila Dixon’s TV commercials, claiming she was Baltimore’s best mayor ever, demonstrates that politics and the truth rarely mix, writes Michael Olesker.
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This framed placard is marked, “World War II Honoree: Lionel Olesker. Branch of Service: U.S. Army Air Forces. Hometown: Atlantic City, N.J. Honored by: Michael Olesker, Son." (Courtesy of Michael Olesker)
On this 75th anniversary of World War II’s end in Europe, Michael Olesker pays tribute to his father, Lionel, and his service during the conflict.
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During their era, WJZ's Al Sanders (left) and Jerry Turner were the top-rated anchor duo in America. (Photo from Facebook)
Michael Olesker pays tribute to WJZ co-anchor Al Sanders, who died 25 years ago this week.
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