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An investigation of millions of death records in partnership with The New York Times, Big Local News and nine newsrooms across the country reveals the extent to which drug overdose deaths have affected one group of Black men in dozens of cities across America at nearly every stage of their adult lives.

Baltimore addiction programs draw patients with free housing while collecting millions. Some say one program—PHA Healthcare—offered little help.

Mayor Brandon Scott’s administration has opted to remain silent on the city’s response to overdose deaths as it navigates litigation with opioid makers and distributors.

Unprecedented overdose rates from fentanyl and other drugs have left signs of loss across the city.

The same drug that Jackie Ferguson had used to ease her mother’s pain had also taken her son Jaylon’s life.

Nearly 6,000 people have died over the past six years — an unparalleled number among U.S. cities.

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