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Baltimore to overhaul how it responds to calls for mental health and other services

WYPR - 88.1 FM Baltimore | By Scott Maucione
Published July 15, 2026 at 4:49 AM EDT

Baltimore is setting up a fourth branch of first responders in addition to fire, police and EMS. They will handle calls for people needing mental health support, but also connection to city services.

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