BALTIMORE (AP) — In a vacant home across from where Freddie Gray was arrested one year ago, Baltimore officials see an eyesore that needs to be destroyed.
Galvanized by Gray's death, a coalition of activists have spent months renovating, clearing debris, painting, and laying the groundwork for a community center.
The "1619 Coalition" — which includes the community groups Baltimore United for Change, Friend of a Friend, Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle and others — started rehabbing the property without permission. Читать дальше...