Constant Exposure To Tragedy Like What Officers Saw During Capitol Riot Can Take Heavy Mental Toll
Almost seven months after the attack on the U.S. Capitol, officers are still reeling from mental scars.
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Suicide Attempts Rose Among Adolescent Girls During Pandemic, ER Data Suggest
The United States saw a significant rise in suspected suicide attempts among teen girls during the pandemic, a new study from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds.
Anne Arundel County Executive Declares June 4 As Gun Violence Safety Awareness Day
Anne Arundel County Executive, Steuart Pittman, declared June 4 as Gun Violence Safety Awareness Day for the county.
How The Coronavirus Pandemic Is Affecting Our Kids' Mental Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data shows suicide is now the second-leading cause of death for people ages 10 to 24.
Parents Hope Heartbreaking Loss Of Teen Son To Suicide Will Raise Awareness Of Depression, Isolation While Schools Are Closed
A Baltimore County family is hoping to use their loss to raise awareness about teen depression and suicide as schools remain virtual due to COVID-19.
UMMS, State, Focus On Mental Health Aspect Of COVID-19 Pandemic
With COVID-19 cases surging and a difficult winter expected, state and local officials as well as health care professionals are taking steps to raise awareness about getting help during a time of rising mental health concerns, particularly during the holiday season when the problem can become more acute.
COVID-19 School Closings Linked To Increase In Depression And Suicide, Study Finds
Primary school students in China experienced more depressive symptoms and made more suicide attempts after schools closed for the pandemic, a new study found.
1 In 4 Young People Are Reporting Suicidal Thoughts. Here's How To Help
New psychological data taken during the pandemic shows the nation's mental health is languishing, according to data reported this week as part of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
Opioid Drug Overdose Deaths Are Down In US, Study Finds, But COVID-19 Could Change That
More than 151,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, alcohol and suicide combined in 2018, slightly lower than the overall numbers in 2017, and leveling off for the first time in two decades, according to a new study.
Increasing The Minimum Wage By $1 Could Reduce US Suicide Rates, Study Finds
An increase in the minimum wage could help prevent thousands of suicides every year among workers with a high school degree or less, especially during times when unemployment rates are higher.
Jeffrey Epstein's Guards Could Face Charges This Week, Source Says
The charges are likely to include falsifying prison records.
One Person Dies Every 40 Seconds From Suicide, WHO Says
The number of people worldwide who die from suicide is declining but one person still kills themselves every 40 seconds, according to new figures from the World Health Organization, which said countries needed to do more to stop these preventable deaths.
Howard County To Air Suicide Prevention PSA In All Movie Theaters Next Month
A suicide prevention PSA will air in all Howard County movie theaters August 9 to September 5.
The US Suicide Rate Is Up 33% Since 1999, Research Says
The suicide rate in the United States continues to climb, with a rate in 2017 that was 33% higher than in 1999, new research finds.
US Suicide Rate Is Up 33 Percent Since 1999, Research Says
The suicide rate in the United States continues to climb, with a rate in 2017 that was 33% higher than in 1999, new research finds.
Suicide Rates Among America's Young People Continues To Rise, Study Shows
Suicide rates among young people have continued to soar in recent years -- so much so that the rate among 15- to 24-year-olds climbed in 2017 to its highest point since 2000, new research has found.
Storing Loaded Gun At Home Raised Soldiers' Risk Of Death By Suicide, Study Finds
Over 1,000 active duty US Army soldiers have died by suicide since 2015.
Suicide Rates In Girls Are Rising, Study Finds, Especially In Those Age 10 To 14
Suicide rates for young girls are rising at a pace faster than that of boys, changing the established patterns that boys are more likely to die by suicide and that girls are more likely to consider it and attempt it, according to a new study.
Man Accused Of Threatening Shooting At W Virginia University
A West Virginia University student from Maryland is accused of threatening to shoot people at the school and then kill himself.
Teen Suicide Rates Spiked After Debut Of Netflix Show, '13 Reasons Why', Study Says
The rate of suicide among US boys ages 10 to 17 surged in the month after the Netflix show "13 Reasons Why" premiered in March 2017, according to a new study.
Suicide Rate Among Active-Duty Marines At A 10-Year High
The number of confirmed and suspected suicides in the active-duty Marine Corps reached a 10-year high in 2018 with 57 cases, according to new Marine Corps data obtained by CNN.
Suicide Survivor Gets 'Ultimate Second Chance' After Historic Face Transplant
A young woman has been given a new lease on life one year after becoming the youngest person to undergo a face transplant in the U.S.
Study Claims Higher Temperatures, Climate Change Linked To Suicide
A new study from Stanford University is claiming that suicide rates will continue to rise as the Earth gets hotter.
Official: Former Md. Deputy Accused Of Molesting Girl Kills Self In Jail
Florida authorities say a former law enforcement officer accused of molesting a young girl was found dead in his jail cell from an apparent suicide.
Celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain Found Dead In France At 61
Anthony Bourdain, the celebrity chef and citizen of the world who inspired millions to share his delight in food and the bonds it created, was found dead in his hotel room Friday in France.
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Teen suspects have been targeting cars in Glen Burnie, police say
These are just the latest incidents in a rash of car thefts, carjackings, and attempted carjackings in Maryland.
Student describes how Seed School of Maryland changed her life
The second annual run-up to the Juneteenth 5K Run hosted by the Seed School of Maryland is just a few days away.
Firefighters free injured tree trimmer from tree in Baltimore County
Fire crews have rescued an injured tree trimmer who was seriously injured and stuck in a tree in Baltimore County.
Community MVP: I Believe In Me Girls empowers young women to thrive and lead
A local non-profit is empowering young women to thrive in their communities.
Fire-damaged buildings in Cockeysville need to be stabilized before investigation can begin
The buildings are more than a hundred years old—originally built in 1920, according to state property records.
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Indictment against Trump in documents case unsealed
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
Harrison explains why he's leaving Baltimore Police, acting commissioner promises stability
Michael Harrison's departure follows a city council hearing earlier this week where he faced questions about his future with the Baltimore Police Department.
Air quality alert downgraded in Baltimore, but health risks from smoke remain
Though the air quality improved Friday, not everyone is safe.
First Alert Forecast: Brief evening shower or storm possible
Haze and smoke will continue to decrease this evening, but there is the chance of a shower or t-storm.
2 dead, including Baltimore man, in Harford County I-95 crash
Investigators said excessive speed and possible impairment are possible causes of the crash.
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Move your cars: Baltimore City still ticketing while residents are advised to stay inside
Residents will still need to move their cars if they're parked in a restricted area or risk landing a hefty ticket, despite advice from state and city authorities to limit time outdoors.
Maryland school districts cancel after school activities over wildfire smoke
Howard County and Montgomery County announced Thursday morning there will be no outdoor afterschool activities held.
Why skies in the Northeast are turning orange from the smoke
The air is an eerie shade of orange and the visibility is low.
Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin will decide on Senate run 'before the Fourth of July'
Ben Cardin announced last month that he would not seek reelection in 2024 after three terms in the Senate.
Annapolis Pride celebration set for Saturday, theme "Protecting LGBTQIA+ Youth"
Nearly 200 vendors and community organizations will set up festival tables. Plus many local businesses plan to open early for the event.
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Mitchell School of Fine Arts hosting art summer camp in Baltimore
The Mitchell School of Fine Arts is hosting a summer camp for 10 to 17 year olds where art is centerstage.
Food Truck Fridays: Did you know Jimmy's Famous Seafood can come to you?
Jimmy's Famous Seafood has been based in Baltimore since 1974
Baltimore-bred comedian Jess Hilarious on her upcoming performance at MGM National Harbor
Born and raised in Baltimore, Jess has appeared on MTV's WILD N' OUT, Russell Simmons' ALL DEF COMEDY on HBO, and various shows on VH1, BET, and many others.
Black bear gets stuck in DC tree; roads closed
A black bear got stuck in a tree Friday morning in Northeast DC, Metropolitan police said.
Baltimore Magazine's Crab Fest to take place at Rash Field
Baltimore Magazine's Crab Fest to take place at Rash Field
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Orioles return home to face the Royals
Baltimore has gone 17-12 at home and 38-24 overall. The Orioles have a 16-8 record in games when they hit two or more home runs.
Johns Hopkins baseball falls short in bid for first DIII championship
Johns Hopkins needed to win two games against Lynchburg on Thursday in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in order to win the school's first Division III baseball title.
Gunnar Henderson's blast helps Orioles beat Brewers, 6-3
Gunnar Henderson belted a late two-run home run as the Orioles beat Milwaukee, 6-3, on Thursday to avoid a sweep.
MLB postpones games as wildfire smoke continues to wreak havoc on US sports
The highest level of poor air quality - level 6 of 6 - became widespread over Washington, DC, and Baltimore, according to readings from the airnow.gov website.
Brewers roll to 10-2 victory over Orioles Wednesday night
Baltimore avoided the shutout by scoring two runs off Bennett Sousa in the ninth.
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Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
Donald Trump indicted in documents probe. Here's what we know so far.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
Horses at Arlington National Cemetery will be suspended for a year for rehab
The horses tasked with leading the caissons carrying the caskets of fallen service members during funeral honors at Arlington National Cemetery are taking a year-long pause for rehab.
Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
Trump informed he is target of special counsel criminal probe
Donald Trump's legal team has been informed that the former president is a target of the federal criminal investigation into possible mishandling of classified information.
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Annapolis Pride celebration set for Saturday, theme "Protecting LGBTQIA+ Youth"
Nearly 200 vendors and community organizations will set up festival tables. Plus many local businesses plan to open early for the event.
Annual Charles Street Promenade returns in June
Historic Charles Street will once again become a pedestrian mall for a day of outdoor shopping, dining and strolling, this time on the first Saturday of June from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Maryland creamery nominated in USA Today contest for "Best Ice Cream Shop"
The creamery's flagship was founded in Chincoteague, Virginia in 1975, but opened its Berlin and Salisbury locations in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
Orioles help 22 BARCS animals find home after overcrowded shelter pleas for help
The shelter said Orioles management saw the widely circulated call for help and were quick to respond.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy surprises Johns Hopkins grads with 2023 commencement speech
The president appeared in a live stream from Ukraine on screens at the ceremony at Homewood Field in Baltimore.
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Baltimore's DuClaw brewing acquired by New Jersey company, will move production
Each brand would be managed separately, the company said, but they would share production capacity and certain distribution partnerships.
The return of dumb phones? Teens ditch easy internet access for mental health
It's getting harder to truly unplug in a tech-dominated world, but a "dumb phone" could help us balance the scale just a little bit.
Here's what's open and closed on Memorial Day 2023
Many office workers and schoolchildren will see a day off to start the summer season.
Flying Dog Brewery moving from Maryland after acquisition by New York company
Flying Dog said it plans a "seamless transition" to cease operations in August.
Brace yourselves, travelers: This summer could be 'one for the record books'
Air travel is expected to be up by 11% over last year, with 3.4 million people expected to fly over the holiday weekend.
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Baltimore's DuClaw brewing acquired by New Jersey company, will move production
Each brand would be managed separately, the company said, but they would share production capacity and certain distribution partnerships.
Baltimore restaurant closed over rodent infestation after TikTok goes viral
"This is not Ratatouille," an unidentified man said in the post.
Beloved Little Italy restaurant Joe Benny's shutters this weekend
The popular spot on South High Street is known for its meatballs.
New President, COO named for Sinai Hospital of Baltimore and Grace Medical Center
Shlossman currently serves as COO of Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, and before that she was the COO of another medical center in Arizona.
Tastykake recall: some products may contain peanut allergens
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
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Are Canadian wildfires under control? Here's what to know.
The fires, which are still burning, brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans this week.
Air quality alert downgraded in Baltimore, but health risks from smoke remain
Though the air quality improved Friday, not everyone is safe.
Haze could hang around Northeast and beyond for days, experts warn
One cardiovascular specialist cautions that breathing the air laden with smoke from the Quebec and Nova Scotia wildfires is "probably worse than smoking a cigarette" in some places.
Maryland resident has confirmed case of measles, the first case in the state since 2019
Measles is a highly contagious viral illness, which can spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes or shares germs by touching objects or surfaces.
Overusing disinfectants can contribute to health problems, study finds
Most cleaning products and antibacterial soaps contain what's called QACs. It's the active ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi and viruses, but too much of it is not good for your health, the study said.
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Teen suspects have been targeting cars in Glen Burnie, police say
These are just the latest incidents in a rash of car thefts, carjackings, and attempted carjackings in Maryland.
76th Annual Tony Awards to air live Sunday, June 11 on CBS and Paramount+
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
AFRAM to host pop-up events around Baltimore ahead of festival
The festival is bringing energy to the city by hosting pop-ups across Charm City in early June.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
What to know about this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee
The 231 elementary and middle school students in the national spelling bee this year are as young as 9 and as old as 14.
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Steve Sosna has your Friday evening forecast (6/9/2023)
Steve Sosna has your Friday evening forecast (6/9/2023)
First Alert Forecast: Brief evening shower or storm possible
Haze and smoke will continue to decrease this evening, but there is the chance of a shower or t-storm.
How does air quality impact our health? Johns Hopkins experts discuss air pollution
Johns Hopkins experts gathered today to provide updates on air conditions in the region, and tips for avoiding pollution exposure.
Marty Bass has your Friday afternoon forecast 6/9/2023
Marty Bass has your Friday afternoon forecast 6/9/2023
Marty Bass has your Friday morning weather 6/9/2023
Marty Bass has your Friday morning weather 6/9/2023
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A local expert weighs in on the historic charges filed against Donald Trump
There are a lot of questions in the wake of a multi-count indictment against former President Donald Trump.
Teen suspects target Glen Burnie cars
Anne Arundel County Police are investigating two attempted car thefts that happened in Glen Burnie overnight.
Seed School of Maryland student describes how her life changed for the better
The second annual run-up to the Juneteenth 5K Run hosted by the Seed School of Maryland is just a few days away.
Community MVP: I Believe In Me Girls empowers young women to thrive and lead
A local non-profit organization is making sure the voices of girls are not only heard but amplified.
Fire-damaged buildings in Cockeysville need to be stabilized before investigation can begin
The buildings are more than a hundred years old—originally built in 1920, according to state property records.