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CBS News
11 hours ago
- Health
- CBS News
Baltimore mass overdose survivor says "chill came though body" after bad batch of drugs
Almost 5,000 people have died from drug overdoses in Baltimore in the past five years alone. Despite a drop in deaths last year, recent mass overdoses in Penn North show there is still a serious problem, and the city council tried to get to a deeper understanding at an oversight hearing Tuesday. Joseph Calloway Jr. told WJZ Investigates he was one of at least 27 people who overdosed at Penn North on July 10. "When I took that hit, it was like a chill came through my body," Calloway said. "My cousin was like, 'Are you alright?' I said, 'I'm cool,' and then in about 15 or 20 minutes, I was gone. I wasn't good to anybody. If you're ready to die, then keep doing what you're doing." Calloway was not ready to die. The overdose scared Calloway so much, he is now in treatment and feels lucky to be alive. He called the overdose, "My start date to being drug free." Calloway said he has had "quite a few wake-up calls" and admitted it is hard to know what is in the illicit drugs being sold in Penn North. "They don't have any heroin on the streets of Baltimore or any streets for that matter," Calloway said. "It's just a bunch of crushed-up pills." Baltimore City has not said what was in the bad batch of drugs at Penn North, but a federal laboratory identified fentanyl and sedatives. Calloway said this experience was far different than any other for him. "I never had a chill go through my body," Calloway said. At an oversight hearing Tuesday, Baltimore City Council members were told Black men are the group most likely to die from drug overdoses in the city. Public Safety Chairman Mark Conway said he has seen two overdoses in front of his own district office along York Road. "One in which I specifically had to find my own dosage of naloxone," Conway said. "Fortunately, that person woke up and was able to get back on his feet before I had to apply it. It just shows the urgency, and the fact that this can really be affecting people anywhere." Conway also noted, "This issue cannot be solved in closed-door rooms. It cannot be solved by really smart people working alone. It takes all of us." In Baltimore City, 777 people died from drug overdoses last year compared to 1,043 in 2023. First responders in Baltimore have used Narcan, the brand name of the drug that reverses overdoses, 635 times through June of this year. The generic name is naloxone. Most overdoses happen in the afternoon, with noon having the most overdose calls. Fentanyl is behind most deadly overdoses, followed by cocaine. Baltimore's Health Department outlined the waves of overdose deaths and responses. Baltimore City Needle Exchange (syringe services program/SSP) (1994), drug take-back programs, opioid prescribing guidelines, Baltimore City Staying Alive program (2004) First responder naloxone access, prescription drug monitoring program (2014), overdose fatality review (2014) Wide naloxone distribution, fentanyl test strips, peer recovery outreach, Baltimore City naloxone standing order (2015) Mobile treatment, harm reduction vending machine, syringe disposal drop boxes, overdose prevention center advocacy, addition of backpacking model for SSP, expansion of SSPs to CBOs, Kids Off Drugs, data dashboards Penn North has seen two mass overdoses in the past month, one week apart. The second mass overdose impacted seven people, sending five of them to hospitals. "I hope that we're just prepared for the next one, and the next one, and the next one. I hope that everyone is out here—and the organizations still show up," said David Carter. "We need resources. We need people to get into housing. We need accurate treatment. Baltimore City got $16 million for housing and $16 million for drug treatment. Where is that money at?" Sam Graves spoke about the open-air drug market at Penn North. "It's open to you, where you can just walk over to who got it—you got this and you got that—and there you go," Graves said.
Toronto Sun
20-06-2025
- Toronto Sun
MANDEL: Double killer found NCR spared more jail time for earlier stabbing of his friend
Get the latest from Michele Mandel straight to your inbox Toronto Police at the scene at 15 Pin Lane, in the Scarborough Golf Club and Kingston Rds. area, on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021 after two bodies were found on Sunday. Photo by Kevin Connor / Toronto Sun A man found not criminally responsible for butchering his parents with a golf club has avoided more prison time for stabbing his friend two years before the double murder. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The way is now clear for Kyle Sequeira to be moved to a psychiatric hospital where he'll be under the jurisdiction of the Ontario Review Board. But prosecutors are still hoping to ensure that he isn't released any time soon. In March, Superior Court Justice Anne Molloy ruled Kyle Sequeira, 29, was not criminally responsible due to undiagnosed and untreated schizophrenia when he used a Calloway golf club to smash in the head of his mother Lynette Sequeira, 65, and to beat and mutilate his father Francis ' Frank ' Sequeira, 68, in the master bedroom of their Scarborough home over Labour Day weekend in 2021. His parents had been sureties for the Toronto Metropolitan University business dropout who was set to go on trial that week on charges he stabbed his friend Christopher Smith 13 times in June 2019. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Following a night where they'd shared five pitchers of beer and Sequeira did a 'bump' of cocaine, he'd been kicked out of the bar and they were walking to Smith's home. Sequeira complained the security guard was racist but his buddy didn't agree and told him to 'chill.' Lynette Sequeira, 65, and her husband Francis, 68, were found dead in the Scarborough home on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2021. The couple's son, Kyle Sequeira, 26, was subsequently charged with two counts of second-degree murder. GOFUNDME 'As they were walking, Mr. Sequeira came up behind Mr. Smith and without any warning, started stabbing him,' Molloy said. 'Mr. Smith was able to wrestle the knife away from Mr. Sequeira, at which point Mr. Sequeira fled the scene and went home, leaving his friend bleeding profusely on the ground.' Smith could have died if witnesses in nearby homes hadn't called 911 to come to his aid, she said. Court heard his wounds required 12 hours of emergency surgery. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'His attack on his friend was grossly disproportionate to any grievance there could have been between them. However, I was not able to conclude that his thinking was so disordered that he didn't know that stabbing Mr. Smith was morally wrong,' the judge said. Read More Molloy found Sequeira was criminally responsible – though likely already suffering from mental illness – and convicted him of aggravated assault. In her sentencing decision Friday, she said he's already served the equivalent of six years in custody and sentenced him to time served plus one day. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Mr. Sequeira was undiagnosed and untreated for several years. He is reportedly responding well to treatment in custody,' Molloy said. 'The sooner he can be transferred to a psychiatric hospital, as opposed to a prison, the better his prospects for rehabilitation will become because of the improved environment and the access to specialized psychiatric and social services.' But the court is not finished with him yet. Crown attorney Dimitra Tsagaris is planning to apply next month to have Sequeira designated a 'high-risk accused,' which, if granted by Molloy, would keep him safely in hospital and curtail any freedoms he may have under the ORB, including unescorted passes. And when the ORB believes Sequeira is ready to be discharged back into the community, he can't be released before the Superior Court agrees. Another safety valve we need to keep us safe from this very dangerous man. mmandel@ World Columnists MMA Hockey World
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Gov. Hochul's review now pending on Medical Aid in Dying Act
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The New York State Senate has passed the Medical Aid in Dying Act for the first time since the legislation was introduced in 2016. The bill allows terminally ill adults with incurable diseases and six months or less to live the ability to make the decision to peacefully end their lives through a prescription. If signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, New York State will join 11 other U.S. states in legalizing the end-of-life option. News 8 heard from those in support of and against the legislation, as it now goes to the governor's desk for signature. Andrea Calloway serves as executive director for the Sunset House, which is Irondequoit's only comfort care home for terminally ill patients. The Sunset House has been offering end-of-life care, supported by donations, for over 35 years. 'Here at the Sunset House, we allow the resident to be in control of decision making, as long as it's safe. I believe, personally, people should have the right to their own decisions of what will work best for them,' said Calloway. New York State Assemblymember Josh Jensen has opposed the bill from the beginning and led the debate on the state Assembly floor before it passed. 'What was really prevalent in the Assembly debate is it's not a partisan issue and not a conservative issue, it's a question of morality. It's a question of life or death. I think that was shown not just through opposition of people like me, but I think 21 Democratic no votes and six Democratic no votes in the Senate last night. Certainly, there was bipartisan opposition, but not bipartisan support,' said Asm. Jensen. From the perspective of hospice care, Calloway adds it's unclear what the future of this option might look like for providers like the Sunset House, should it become law. 'It's a jigsaw puzzle of a thousand pieces. There's a lot of moving parts here. There's family involved, friends involved, a doctor involved, and the individual person involved. [It's a question of,] 'Do you have everything in order before you make this decision to do this?' There's lots of pieces involved,' said Calloway. Assemblymember Harry Bronson also weighed in, saying the bill offers a 'compassionate choice.' 'While I understand and respect the concerns of those who object, I believe the Medical Aid in Dying Act is fundamentally about offering a compassionate choice to qualified patients who wish to die on their own terms. This legislation represents a careful balance between providing end-of-life autonomy and maintaining essential protections to ensure that this profound decision is made voluntarily by those who are truly facing the end of their lives.' As the legislation goes before Gov. Hochul for review, the president of the New York State Bar Association issued the following statement to encourage her approval: 'Medical Aid in Dying offers both dignity and compassion to those experiencing a terminal illness. It ensures that New Yorkers have a full array of end-of-life options and provides them with the autonomy to make their own choices to avoid needless suffering. We commend the legislature for passing this important bill and will continue to offer our support and advocacy in encouraging the governor to sign it into law.' More information about the Sunset House and ways to support their care can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
28-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Lauderdale Lakes criticizes couple facing 6-figure fines for code compliance violations caused by inspection delays
City leaders defended code compliance staff after hearing complaints about six-figure fines caused by inspection delays. "The suggestion that the city has acted improperly, has (dragged) its feet or slowed the process: not with respect to the Bordeauxs," City Attorney Sidney Calloway said at the end of Tuesday's City Commission meeting. Two weeks ago, CBS News Miami Investigates shared the complaints of Kenneth Bordeaux, 82, and his wife, Mildred, 80. They own a duplex that the couple rents. The income pays their bills and is also an asset they hope to pass to their family. However, the property faces $366,000 in liens from five violations, according to city records. Those violations included a broken window handle and a cracked electrical plate cover. The couple fixed the violations; however, it took more than 220 days for inspectors to verify those cures. The couple blamed code inspectors for the delays. "It's an absolute misrepresentation of the factual record," Calloway said during the meeting. The couple's nearly 450-page case file with the city's code compliance office has 20 violations that did not meet "minimum standards" for a dwelling, Calloway said. He said there is no evidence that staff caused delays and blamed the Bordeauxs for their months-long wait to meet compliance. Calloway also insisted the fines are justified and have nothing to do with a line in the city's adopted budget that projected a 161% increase in lien and fine collection while directing staff "...to seek strategies to reduce expenses and/or create new revenue opportunities." The Bordeauxs insist they fixed violations as quickly as they could and insist staff delays left them with a lien they cannot afford. Now, the couple is in a situation they struggle to believe. "It's going to put us both in a box," Kenneth Bordeaux said. One of the city's biggest taxpayers, Levy Realty Advisors, faces $740,000 worth of liens. Two weeks ago, their owners told CBS News Miami Investigates that staff delays caused fines to rise. The company's representatives, though, left Tuesday's meeting optimistic for two reasons. First, the city commissioners approved a deal to use OpenGov software to improve the efficiency of departments, including code compliance. Also, the city attorney invited Levy Realty Advisors and the Bordeauxs to meet with him about reducing how much they owe. Levy representatives plan to meet with the city attorney this week.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
HUD Secretary Scott Turner Tours Champion® Homes Models as Offsite Construction Is Showcased as a Vital Solution to the U.S. Housing Shortage
TROY, Mich., May 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) ("Champion Homes") today announced that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner last week toured the company's homes to increase public awareness of offsite construction as an essential solution to the nationwide housing shortage. The tour highlighted Champion's offsite-built homes as a high quality, affordable housing solution built on efficient timelines for American families. "It's clear from spending time with Secretary Turner that he's committed to making home ownership more attainable across the nation and that he's a great advocate for manufactured homes," said Champion Homes President and CEO Tim Larson. "We're proud to provide an affordable housing solution for individuals and families across the country that delivers high-value, attainable homes at an expedited pace through an outstanding purchase experience." On May 6, Secretary Turner toured Champion Homes models at the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) Congress & Expo in Orlando, Fla., where he delivered the keynote address. Secretary Turner viewed two of Champion's single-family manufactured homes, the Bal Harbour and the Sawgrass, and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the Calloway. During the tour, Secretary Turner had the opportunity to view the homes' high quality construction, durable materials and beautiful design aesthetics. An advocate for offsite construction as a source of attainable housing, Secretary Turner emphasized during his Senate confirmation hearing in January that he would prioritize the availability and affordability of manufactured housing during his term. According to a 2024 report by the National Association of Home Builders, the U.S. has a shortage of approximately 1.5 million housing units. Offsite-built homes are an ideal solution to the housing shortage because they're high quality, durable homes that are more affordable and faster to build than traditional site-built homes. Notably, offsite-built homes are cost-effective without compromising on quality or durability. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the U.S. median new home price was $419,200, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index. The average price of a manufactured home — including the cost of the home, delivery and installation without land — is $159,300, based on MHI home cost figures and other national average estimates. Manufactured homes are built to the National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, or "HUD code," which regulates homes to a national quality standard. This allows Champion Homes to deliver a high volume of homes through streamlined construction techniques, bolstering quality and affordability for homebuyers. Furthermore, the company uses high quality, durable materials that are comparable to those in site-built homes. Not only are offsite-built homes more affordable than site-built homes, but Champion's homes are also built an average of 12 weeks faster than site-built homes. This allows developers and government entities to increase the national housing supply faster, so families can move in at an expedited pace. With 48 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and western Canada, Champion Homes boasts significant production scale that makes affordable homes more attainable for families across North America. Through Champion's streamlined purchase process, homebuyers can choose from pre-designed floor plans or adjust the designs to fit their lifestyle, including appealing options like different kitchen configurations, a standalone bathtub or additional bedrooms depending on the model. This balance of standardization with variety delivers an unmatched purchase process for buyers looking for affordability, value and quality in a home of their own. Champion Homes employs skilled, centralized workforces in manufacturing facilities where homes are protected from the elements during construction. These efficiencies allow Champion to capitalize on economies of scale and lower costs. Employees are able to work a full day indoors while being protected from the elements year-round, mitigating against weather-related work stoppages, reducing site waste expenses and elevating the overall quality of the homes. Shorter construction timelines also reduce interest costs and lower overhead capital charges for developers, further bolstering affordability. Additionally, Champion's homes undergo a rigorous quality check process during manufacturing, including a third-party audit to verify the homes adhere to HUD code specifications. HUD regulates the builders, retailers and installation companies of manufactured homes, and 33 states also have a State Administrative Agency that offers additional regulation. The federal oversight of manufactured homes provides homebuyers confidence in the durability and value of their investment. About Champion Homes, Inc. Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) is a leading producer of factory-built housing in North America and employs more than 9,000 people. With more than 70 years of homebuilding experience and 48 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and western Canada, Champion Homes is well positioned with an innovative portfolio of manufactured and modular homes, ADUs, park-models and modular buildings for the single-family, multi-family and hospitality sectors. In addition to its core home building business, Champion Homes provides construction services to install and set-up factory-built homes, operates a factory-direct retail business with 72 retail locations across the United States and operates Star Fleet Trucking, providing transportation services to the manufactured housing and other industries from several dispatch locations across the United States. Manufactured and Modular Park Model Star Fleet View source version on Contacts InvestorsName: Jason Blair, Investor Relations ManagerEmail: jablair@ Phone: (248) 614-8211 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
