Opioid Epidemic Ravaging Lives Across America, Maryland
In the streets of Charm City and across America, the opioid epidemic has a grip like never before.
In the streets of Charm City and across America, the opioid epidemic has a grip like never before.
One woman's son went to rehab seven times in five years before he overdosed and died. Now she's working to save the lives of others.
Organizations across Baltimore are trying to shoulder some of the responsibility to stop the epidemic.
The number of people hooked on heroin or other prescription opioids has skyrocketed, but there are some finding relief in another prescription drug.
If you need help with addiction, here's a list in every county near Baltimore, Maryland
One Maryland facility is using scientific-based treatment to address the opioid epidemic and lead the way in recovery efforts.
Md. Congressman Elijah Cummings is co-sponsoring a bill that would provide $100 million to help fight opioid addiction.
Addiction and overdoses happening on an epic scale impacting thousands of families. Where do we go from here?
Baltimore County has announced plans to renovate a building for a privately operated opioid treatment facility.
Stories and resources from the Feb. 28 town hall.
Reducing overdoses by creating safe spaces for people to take drugs is an initiative under consideration in Maryland and other states.
Dr. Susan Sherman talks about creating safe spaces for those addicted to opioids.
Baltimore's 11 hospitals are pledging to do more to combat the opioid epidemic.
Opioid addicts in Anne Arundel County can find help in police and fire stations.
The Chairman of the DEA Educational Program discusses how Maryland can continue to fight the opioid epidemic.
Maryland's opioid crisis is setting off alarms throughout the state, and now the Drug Enforcement Administration has issued a call to action.
Hear how the Opioid Operational Command Center is helping Maryland fight the opioid epidemic.
Maryland Congressman Elijah Cummings has introduced federal legislation to fight the opioid epidemic nationwide.
As opioid-related deaths skyrocket across the country, local police and public health officials are fighting the epidemic from their cellphones.
Cities like Baltimore are feeling the financial squeeze as they rely on naloxone to try and counteract rising overdose rates.
Can legalizing marijuana fight the problem of opioid addiction and fatal overdoses? Two new studies in the debate suggest it may.
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BeHEARD Baltimore is a citizen engagement project of the Schaefer Center for Public Policy at the University of Baltimore.
An elite Hartford County task force is gaining international recognition for its progressive approach to getting drugs off the streets.
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An Alert Day continues through Sunday evening for the potential of a few rounds of strong to severe storms.
Beyond the Badge Foundation members hung up their law enforcement uniforms Saturday to assure thousands of students are ready for their first day of school.
Josh Johnson completed all 11 pass attempts to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a 13-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
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Convicted sex-offender Jeffrey Epstein's 'Little Black Book' is up for auction in Maryland, according to the Alexander Historical Auctions
An Alert Day continues through Sunday evening for the potential of a few rounds of strong to severe storms.
Doctors are warning that the increasing spread of monkeypox in Africa, also known as monkeypox might ultimately spill across international borders.
Beyond the Badge Foundation members hung up their law enforcement uniforms Saturday to assure thousands of students are ready for their first day of school.
Josh Johnson completed all 11 pass attempts to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a 13-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Marty Bass is live in Middle Branch Park bouncing around with Big Bounce America.
Nancy Trice, General Manager and Co owner of Gunther & Co. highlights their Fried Chicken Sundays and some other delicious dishes and drinks.
Owners KaTrina Jones and Montrae Jones join us to share some of their delicious sundaes and milkshakes.
Blonka Mack stops by to talk about her 4:44 Financial Literacy World Tour, the Book Of Keyz College readiness book, and how she is making a difference in Baltimore.
Dr. Christina Brown talks about local back to school events, why childhood vaccinations are important, and other health tips as children return to school.
Josh Johnson completed all 11 pass attempts to lift the Baltimore Ravens to a 13-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Tucker made 32-of-37 field goals last season. Four of those misses were from 50-plus and the other was from 40-plus. He has a career 90.2 field goal percentage.
Zach Eflin pitched six impressive innings to improve to 4-0 since joining the Orioles, and Gunnar Henderson and Cedric Mullins homered in Baltimore's 5-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night.
Baltimore Orioles fans will get to listen to Kevin Brown's play-by-play on the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network for years to come.
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris appeared together to announce lower costs on 10 prescription drugs for Medicare recipients.
Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz once had an "A" rating from the NRA. Now, he has an "F." Here's what he's said about his views on gun laws.
Kamala Harris has selected Tim Walz, the popular two-term governor of Minnesota, as her VP running mate, selecting a Midwestern Democrat to join her on the ticket.
Harris is expected to campaign with her newly announced running mate in battleground states on Tuesday.
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Beau Brade, a Howard County native, is trying to make the Ravens' 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie.
Family and friends celebrated the life of murdered Baltimore rapper David Boykin, also known as "President Davo," with a mural and a community vegetable garden in his honor.
A month after completing a 24-mile swim from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Katie Pumphrey took on another swimathon.
Morgan State University's Magnificent Marching Machine will appear on the world stage Friday, performing in Normandy, France on the 80th Anniversary and Commemoration of D-Day.
The theme of the race is "Monuments and Masterpieces." As usual, some parking restrictions and lane closures will be in place Saturday to accommodate the whacky race.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Doctors are warning that the increasing spread of monkeypox in Africa, also known as monkeypox might ultimately spill across international borders.
Officials have been warning of a return to the pre-pandemic trends of pertussis, also known as whooping cough.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
Rock musician Greg Kihn, best known for his 1980s hits "Jeopardy" and "The Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)" and his long-running radio show in the Bay Area, has died at the age of 75, according to his management.
"Big Brother" announced Tuesday the 16 new Houseguests who will move into the "Big Brother" house and, for the first time ever, have the power to vote in a 17th houseguest.
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
A female chimp was born last month at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, the zoo said Tuesday, and the public will be able to name it.
Paramount Global, the owner of Paramount Pictures and CBS, will merge with a media company founded by David Ellison.
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