Barry Simms is a General Assignment Reporter at WBAL-TV 11 News. With a focus on regional interest and world news, Barry covers a variety of topics including court proceedings, legal reform, and environmental services, often intersecting with themes of government and politics. He has been featured in several outlets including NewsChannel 21, KSFY-TV, and WGAL 8 TV, and is recognized for his contributions to journalism by multiple professional organizations.
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By: Barry Simms
Isabel Cumming said the possible fraud includes the exposure of juvenile information and is part of the ongoing investigation into a now-ended youth diversion pilot program. The OIG said the latest report, which is 48 pages long, claims it uncovered fraudulent invoices concerning the SideStep Pilot Program, which ended in 2024.
By: Barry Simms
Three people were charged in connection with the August 2025 fatal shooting of Leon Grant in Columbia's Merriweather District, police said.
By: Barry Simms
Tyrone Epps admitted responsibility for the November 2024 death of Paul Lee Jr. Epps initially had a plea of not criminally responsible before pleading guilty on Friday. Rhonda Miller, Lee's mother, wept when she heard the statement of facts read in court as Epps, 64, admitted to shooting her son.
By: Barry Simms
TOWSON, Md. — The case against two juveniles charged with attempted murder in Baltimore County is moving closer to trial.
By: Barry Simms
BALTIMORE — A minor argument after a youth basketball game escalated into gunfire that killed a Baltimore grandmother, prosecutors said.
By: Barry Simms
BALTIMORE — Baltimore's next budget proposal invests in core city services, Mayor Brandon Scott said.
By: Breana Ross
BALTIMORE — A police shooting is under investigation Thursday on Pennsylvania Avenue.
By: Barry Simms
TOWSON, Md. — Baltimore County proposed new laws to better protect pets after investigating serious animal hoarding cases.
By: Barry Simms
BALTIMORE — A survivor of gun violence described his search to move forward after devastating trauma and how he found other men on the same journey.
By: Barry Simms
With the cherry blossoms, blooming trees, flowers and green grass, January's winter snowstorm is probably just a distant memory for most people.
