Sen. Andy Kim backs Kids Online Safety Act, citing rising mental health risks for youth
TRENTON, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) expressed strong support for the Kids Online Safety Act in a letter to constituents this week, emphasizing the urgent need to increase protections for…
Bronx man sentenced to 18 years for strangling girlfriend in mental health facility
BRONX, NY — A Bronx man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for strangling his girlfriend in his room at a mental health facility, leaving her body undiscovered for days,…
Cookie drive honors late teen firefighter, supports first responders’ mental health
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude for its inclusion in an annual holiday cookie drive honoring the memory of Mark Matesic, a 16-year-old junior firefighter who died by…
Cat Eating Ohio Woman Gets Year in Prison, Mental Health Evaluation
This is one of those headlines that stops you in your tracks and leaves you questioning everything you thought you knew about human behavior. Allexis T. Ferrell, a 27-year-old from Canton, Ohio,…
Individual dies in self-inflicted shooting during mental health crisis in Frederick
FREDERICK, MD — A person experiencing a mental health crisis died Saturday after sustaining a self-inflicted gunshot wound in the 300 block of West Seventh Street, according to local authorities. Frederick police,…
Monmouth Medical Center opens remodeled mental health crisis space for adults and children
NEPTUNE, N.J. — Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) celebrated the opening of its newly remodeled facility for mental health crisis intervention, offering a safe and supportive alternative to emergency room visits for adults…
Support for Mental Health Offered by Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office
Buncombe County, NC – The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office continues to prioritize the mental health of deputies and staff, especially following Hurricane Helene. They collaborate with Responder Support Services to provide necessary…
Panel on Mental Health and Law Enforcement Conducted by Union County’s CIT
Absecon, NJ – The Union County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) hosted Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office Director of Community Outreach Shavonne Davis on Thursday for a panel discussion as part of their training…
NJ Bill to For Mental Health Care for the Deaf Advances
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee has progressed legislation sponsored by Senator Linda Greenstein and Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz. The bill seeks to establish the “Right to Mental…
Woodbridge Man Arrested for Assaulting Officers During Mental Health Crisis
WOODBRIDGE, VA—A tense situation unfolded in Woodbridge when police responded to a call involving a person in a mental health crisis. The incident took place at a residence in the 15300 block…
Lawyer for Lakewood Mother Who Killed Her Children for Religious Reasons Cites Mental Illness
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — According to court documents and statements from the lawyer representing a Lakewood mother who stabbed one of her children and drowned that child and another, is blaming a long…
Philadelphia Non-Profits Receive Funding to Expand Mental Health Services for Homeless
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry announced significant financial support for two Philadelphia-based non-profit organizations, Center for Families and Relationships (CFAR) and Project HOME, to enhance their mental health services. Each…
Yardley Man Walked Neighborhood in Camo Carrying Rifle, Detained for Mental Health Screening
UNION AVENUE, NJ – A distressing situation unfolded yesterday afternoon when police were alerted to a man seen carrying a weapon around Union Avenue and Sixth Street at approximately 3:10 PM. Responding…
Discovering Peace: The Mental Health Benefits of Quitting Social Media
TRENTON, NJ – A recent internal poll conducted by Shore News Network shows that people who gave up social media are happier today than they were when they were constantly swiping through…
First Responders’ Mental Health: Ptsd-911 Movie Screening Event
“Baltimore County Police Department to Screen Documentary on First Responder PTSD at Gordon Center for Performing Arts” The Baltimore County Police Department’s Peer Support and Wellness Team is set to host a…
Lakewood’s Maggie’s Bar Trashed by Man in Mental Crisis
LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Police Department was dispatched to Maggie’s Bar at 145 County Club Drive following a burglary report on Sunday, April 7th. An early morning 911 call alerted authorities…
CARRIE SHEFFIELD: What Biden Is Conveniently Forgetting To Mention About America’s Mental Health Crisis
CARRIE SHEFFIELD: What Biden Is Conveniently Forgetting To Mention About America’s Mental Health Crisis Carrie Sheffield on March 11, 2024 During President Biden’s State of the Union address, he tried to blame…
Toms River Teachers Complete First Aid Certifications, Mental Health Training
TOMS RIVER, NJ—Staff members from Toms River Regional Schools’ three high schools have recently completed their First Aid certification, focusing on mental health. The certification, achieved during a professional development day on…
‘They Are Being Very Crafty’: Sol Wisenberg Says Biden Special Counsel Report Implies ‘Really Limited Mental Capacity’
‘They Are Being Very Crafty’: Sol Wisenberg Says Biden Special Counsel Report Implies ‘Really Limited Mental Capacity’ Harold Hutchison on February 8, 2024 Former deputy independent counsel Sol Wisenberg called out special…
Mental strain, deepening risks as Israel’s war with Hamas reaches 100 days
By James Mackenzie JERUSALEM (Reuters) – One hundred days after Hamas gunmen broke out of Gaza to launch the deadliest attack in Israel’s history, tens of thousands of Palestinians have been killed,…
Allentown Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault During Mental Health Breakdown
ALLENTOWN, PA – On Sunday, Allentown Police responded to a disturbance on the 1300 block of South Race Street at approximately 5:00 PM. Eder Odemar Montes-Samaniego, 24, from the same address, was…
New Jersey’s New Mental Health Bill Would Give Criminals ‘Get Out of Jail Free’ Card Says GOP
TRENTON, NJ – Controversial legislation, S-524, was passed yesterday by the New Jersey Senate, raising concerns from Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) about its potential impact on public safety and the justice system.…
Utica Police Successfully Resolve Mental Health Crisis with No Injuries
UTICA, NY – On November 10th, 2023, Utica Police responded to a mental health crisis on Avery Pl involving a potentially suicidal and armed individual. Upon arrival, officers located the individual inside…
‘Paranoia’: Public Safety Officials Believe Mental Health Issues Plagued Maine Mass Shooter
‘Paranoia’: Public Safety Officials Believe Mental Health Issues Plagued Maine Mass Shooter Mary Lou Masters on October 28, 2023 The suspect of the Lewiston, Maine, mass shooting struggled with mental health issues,…
Gov. Murphy Has Solution for Youth Mental Health Crisis, Others Say He Created It
TRENTON, NJ – Never one to let a good ‘National Day’ go to waste, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy spiked the football on the ongoing youth mental health crisis in New Jersey.…
Mental Health Call Ends With One Suspect Shot
COLUMBUS, OH – A mental health call escalated into violence as an officer was struck and a man was shot. The incident occurred around 10:49 p.m. in the 1600 block of Sullivant…
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