What do you think of the city’s stricter curfew?

1) I think they should keep it. There’s too much conflict going on. Kids have too much time on their hands. — Delroy Dixon, Baltimore More  Read More →

Should there be an age restriction on the sale of violent video games?

1. “I think that there should be because they have the same kinds of restrictions for videos that you can’t purchase them under a certain age.” — Dawn McGinty, Severn 2. “I don’t think it should be an age restriction. I think that parents need to be more aware of what their kids are coming out to buy because there’s going... More

Are gangs a serious problem in the Baltimore area?

1. “There’s a problem with them everywhere. I definitely see a rise in crime because of them.” — Tom McAllister, Baltimore 2. “Yes. If you watch the news, you can see it—especially people getting shot every day. It’s not like it was when I was a kid growing up in the city. Everybody wants to be a gangster.” — Sonny Brown, Baltimore 3. “I think the crime and the attacks... More

Should video gambling be legal in Baltimore-area bars and shops?

1) There is no reason the government shouldn’t benefit—it’s revenue we should try to make up. — Thad Say, Hunt Valley 2) If it’s legal then they’d be able to tax it. I don’t see anything against legalizing it if they can keep track of the winnings. The city and state can get some of the money. — Arlene Holsey, Baltimore 3) No, I don’t. It’s... More

Should bars and restaurants be allowed to provide outdoor areas for smokers?

Yes, they should. I don’t smoke, but my wife does. If she wants to go outside in a smoking area, she should be able to. − James Bell, Baltimore That’s a tough one. I’m largely in favor of the ban for health issues, but there’s the issue of the right to control one’s own business. If smokers have a place to be and others aren’t exposed to secondhand smoke, then it sounds reasonable. − David Diggs, Severna Park Yes, I think they should. But it shouldn’t turn into another room where... More