The Wire, an American crime drama television series created by David Simon, premiered on HBO.
The Wire aired its final episode, concluding the series after five seasons.
The Barksdale drug organization is introduced as a major drug trafficking operation in West Baltimore, led by Avon Barksdale.
Due to the mounting drug problems and lack of progress in traditional police methods, a special police unit is formed to target the Barksdale Organization using wiretaps and surveillance.
D'Angelo Barksdale, the nephew of Avon and a mid-level drug dealer, is arrested following wiretap evidence.
Stringer Bell assumes control of the day-to-day operations of the Barksdale organization after Avon is arrested.
After deep investigation and arrests, the Barksdale drug operation faces major disruption leading to its decline.
Marlo Stanfield begins his rise as a major drug kingpin, challenging the remnants of the Barksdale empire and others.
A police commander creates a de facto open-air drug market in designated zones to reduce street violence.
Higher authorities shut down the Hamsterdam zones after public and political backlash.
Following the rise of Marlo Stanfield, a new detail is formed to bring down Stanfield's operations with updated surveillance techniques.
Marlo Stanfield is arrested after extensive police investigation and surveillance efforts.
The public school system faces challenges including budget cuts, political interference, and efforts at reform highlighted through the experiences of key teachers.
Political corruption and manipulation are investigated, involving characters like Tommy Carcetti aiming for reform.
