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Commentary: It’s time to replace the suicide hotline with a 3-digit dialing code

by Chris Stewart and Seth Moulton Special to The Washington Post August 23, 2019August 23, 2019

The FCC recommends that Congress set aside 988 for the hotline. Now let’s get it done.

His lawyers had argued that Parker Hogan was helping a friend carry out his wishes.

by The Washington Post August 15, 2019August 14, 2019

In jails and lockups, death by suicide is common, predictable and preventable.

by Associated Press July 8, 2019July 8, 2019

Native American populations are among those targeted, and support will extend to broader programs across the state.

by Jeffrey Barkin and Henry Skinner Special to the Press Herald June 10, 2019June 8, 2019

Families and schools should be aware of several warning signs.

Both the original and a compromise proposal seek to keep firearms from people who pose a threat.

Thursday’s 19-16 vote to approve the measure followed a similarly close vote in the House this week.

by Andrew Vernon Special to the Press Herald May 28, 2019May 28, 2019

Every day, 20 veterans kill themselves, and that should not be tolerated by a grateful nation.

American men are praised for self-sufficiency and rugged individuality. And it’s killing us.

by Deborah Hagler Special to the Press Herald April 19, 2019April 19, 2019

Using red flag protection orders and mandating waiting periods and safe storage could all help.