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Maryland’s Drug Crisis: A Decline in Overdoses, But Far from Victory

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Maryland’s opioid crisis persists despite a reported 38% decline in overdose deaths from 2023 to 2024. Fentanyl remains the primary cause, with Baltimore leading in overdose rates. Demographics show disproportionate impacts among males and Black individuals. Effective solutions require addressing trafficking, law enforcement, and root causes of addiction beyond harm reduction efforts.

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No Lifeguards, No Accountability: How Washington’s Bureaucratic Failures Put Maryland Families at Risk at Assateague

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In summer 2025, Assateague Island faces a safety crisis as a lack of lifeguards leaves visitors at risk. Blame is directed at federal inefficiencies and budget cuts. The situation highlights a broader failure of government to prioritize public safety, as local solutions demonstrate that effective management is possible. Families are urged to remain vigilant.

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