Judge Backs Reversal of Harford County Book Ban

Judge rules Harford County schools must keep ‘Flamer’ on library shelves

A Harford County Circuit Court judge sided with the state school board Thursday afternoon, ruling that a young adult novel can remain in Harford County Public Schools libraries.

Judge backs reversal of Harford County book ban

The decision is the latest move on a controversy dating to 2025, when the Harford County Board of Education pulled "Flamer," a graphic novel after parents raised concerns over the book's content.

Harford County BOE takes battle to ban 'Flamer' to Circuit Court

A ban on young adult novel "Flamer" from Harford County Public Schools' libraries is heading to Harford County Circuit Court.