Baltimore police have released bodycam footage showing the fatal shooting of 70-year-old Pytorcarcha Clark-Brooks, a mentally ill woman who approached officers with a knife during a welfare check. The NAACP is demanding an independent investigation, condemning the use of lethal force and calling for systemic change in how mental health crises are handled.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Elevating teen voices and the parents who listen
Teen mental health advocate Peyton Griffin and her mother Brittany Williams are sharing their journey with mental health. The two emphasize the importance of early support, therapy and compassionate listening. Their story highlights how open dialogue and emotional awareness can change lives.
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PRESS ROOM: Baltimore County prepares to assist residents who need shelter during cold weather
Baltimore County activates its Freezing Weather Shelter Plan from Nov. 15, 2024 to April 15, 2025 to protect homeless individuals from freezing weather, with public facilities and emergency shelters open during the day and night to provide shelter.