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SD public defense duties shift from counties to state; SCOTUS appears skeptical of restricting government communications with social media companies; Trump lawyers say he can't make bond; new scholarships aim to connect class of 2024 to high-demand jobs.

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The SCOTUS weighs government influence on social media, and who groups like the NRA can do business with. Biden signs an executive order to advance women's health research and the White House tells Israel it's responsible for the Gaza humanitarian crisis.

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Midwest regenerative farmers are rethinking chicken production, Medicare Advantage is squeezing the finances of rural hospitals and California's extreme swing from floods to drought has some thinking it's time to turn rural farm parcels into floodplains.

MD: Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault

Incarcerated women who participated in the Prisoners Too art project hug in front of the installation at a South Carolina prison. (South Carolina Department of Corrections)<br />
Project to Bring Healing from Sexual Assault Behind Bars

BALTIMORE - This month marks the four-year anniversary of the #MeToo movement, and an art project aims to help incarcerated survivors heal by telling …

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Self-isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic can put domestic abuse victims at risk, and with less access to vital services. (Adobe Stock)
Protections for MD Domestic-Abuse Victims in COVID-19 Crisis

ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- Although Maryland courts are closed to help stop the spread of the coronavirus, domestic-abuse victims can still seek protective …

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The Maryland Healthy Working Families Act also requires that businesses that employ 14 or fewer employees provide unpaid sick and safe leave for certain employees. (William Brawley/Flickr)
Mandatory Paid Sick Leave Takes Effect in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A new law requiring many Maryland employers to provide paid sick leave has officially gone into effect, despite Gov. Larry …

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A new Maryland law requires that evidence of sexual assault be kept for 20 years. (Roxanne Ready/Flickr)
Maryland Leads the Nation in Response to Sexual Assault

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Thanks to the Maryland General Assembly's rapid response and passage of several laws to help victims of sexual assault…

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With school soon back in session, teachers are being called upon to help spot human-trafficking victims. (ca.gov)
Human Trafficking: Teachers Can Help Spot It

BALTIMORE — Indictments this week in a human-trafficking ring in Prince George's County bring to light the on-going issue of human trafficking a…

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Maryland is one of four states selected to pilot an anti-dating violence program for students ages 11 to 14. (Veronica Carter)
Baltimore Tries New Approach to Curb Teen Dating Violence

BALTIMORE – Baltimore is one of four cities around the country where the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is conducting a study…

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Put a "Dot" on It to End Child Abuse and Neglect

BALTIMORE - Connect the dots to prevent child abuse and neglect. "What's Your Dot?" is a new campaign introduced for April's Child Abuse Prevention …

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PHOTO: Resiliency is considered a protective factor for kids in the world of preventing child abuse and neglect, as well as an important skill in healing from abuse. An expert says the skill can be taught. Photo credit: cat6719/pixabay.com
Teaching Resilience Key to Prevent Child Abuse, Neglect

BALTIMORE - Being resilient helps protect families during times of stress, and helps with healing when there has been abuse or neglect. Resilience is …

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PHOTO: Thousands of Marylanders are being trained through local YMCA outlets to prevent child sexual abuse through the Redwoods Group Foundation and the Stewards of Children program. Photo credit: Deborah C. Smith.
"Five Percent" Can Protect Maryland Kids from Sexual Abuse

ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Thousands of Marylanders are being trained to prevent child sexual abuse, in conjunction with local YMCA organizations, part of a …

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Photo: A new Justice Department report shows sexual abuse still plagues detention facilities, despite law passed 10 years ago. Photo credit: Microsoft images
Prison Sex Assault Report Puts Spotlight on Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, Md. - It's been ten years since Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act, but a new Justice Department inmate survey shows sexual …

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Photo: Navy veteran Brian Lewis, of Baltimore, wants the President to issue an executive order to help military sexual assault victims. Photo credit: Protect Our Defenders
Maryland Navy Veteran Calls for Presidential Action on Sexual Assaults

ANNAPOLIS, Md. - President Obama is under new pressure to deal with military sexual assaults after a new report shows the number of incidents …

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Picture: Maryland legal aid protects domestic-violence victims from additional financial abuse. Photo credit: Microsoft Images
Maryland Legal Aid Helps Domestic Violence Victims Stop Financial Abuse

ANNAPOLIS, Md. - Some victims of domestic violence in Maryland are dealing with a rare but very serious problem: their abusers are also stealing …

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