domestic violence

Ashley Rivera and Lauren Williams co-organized Baltimore City’s Reach for the Stars, a walkathon during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

"The story might not have been true, but the situation does happen," said Evelyn Atieno, who has organized a program related to sexual assault at Towson High School on May 19 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The program is open to all high school students.

Alabama cornerback Cyrus Jones, The Sun's Male Athlete of the Year as a senior at Gilman, was arrested on domestic violence charges for allegedly damaging a woman's cellphone and threatening her.

The much-anticipated Mueller Report on the handling of the Ray Rice case was released last week, with most public attention centered on one key finding that the NFL never saw the video of the assault by Mr. Rice on his then fiance. But there is a danger that important recommendations of the report are being overlooked in the media buzz over the league's past failures, which would be most unfortunate. Those recommendations go to the heart of how the NFL, and other professional sports leagues, can

The video, obtained by ABC News, displays security footage that follows Rice knocking out Janay in a casino elevator.

A newly released video shows the now-wife of NFL player Ray Rice trying to hug him shortly after he knocked her out cold at a casino in New Jersey. The video obtained by ABC News shows the couple in handcuffs immediately after the February elevator fight.

During a lengthy interview on NBC's "Today" show with Matt Lauer, Janay Rice discussed a number of topics, including explaining why she apologized following her husband's high-profile domestic violence incident.

The Ravens participated in a mandatory league-wide NFL educational program Monday dealing with domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse issues.

As former Ravens star Ray Rice prepares for his appeal hearing next week, he does so in a world both changed and unchanged by the video of him striking his future wife.

Wrestling news and analysis on WWE's new no-tolerance policies, "Total Divas," the next NXT special and more.

Domestic violence prevention programs are far from the rule in many workplaces, and the House of Ruth of Maryland is hoping that might begin to change with the help of a partnership formed with the Baltimore Ravens in the wake of the Ray Rice scandal.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is considering implementing an independent panel of outside experts to advise the league on whether to place NFL players or other NFL employees on paid leave while their legal situations are pending in the court system.

In a memo sent Thursday night to all NFL chief executives and team presidents from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, the league's top executive outlined the efforts taken toward anti-domestic violence and sexual assault initiatives.

Advocates, clergy gathered Thursday afternoon to discuss methods of talking about domestic and sexual violence from the pulpit and one-on-one with congregants.

At least one Carroll County mother has decided to pull her child from an upcoming school system Project ACES event because of its association with the Baltimore Ravens in the wake of the NFL's ongoing domestic violence controversy in which former Ravens running back Ray Rice was videotaped hitting then-fiancee Janay Palmer in an Atlantic City casino.

In the wake of domestic violence incidents involving Ray Rice, Ray McDonald and Greg Hardy, the NFL is making some additions to its staff to help guide league policies.

Fans will remember Ravens running back for one thing above all else — knocking out a woman

Advocate for victims of domestic violence say video of Raven punching wife brings attention, some callers and dollars

That Ray Rice assault video did not tell us something we didn't know; it just forced us to face what we already did.

Domestic violence is often low profile, but resources to help victims are out there

A newly circulated video showing Ray Rice knocking out his then fiancee drew heightened and widespread outrage Monday, prompting the Ravens to fire the player whose dazzling runs on the field and anti-bullying efforts off of it had endeared him to Ravens Nation.

Two questions come to mind regarding Ray Rice. First, who else is to blame for the handling of his case besides Roger Goodell? Second, why do we all need a videotape to get outraged?

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced sweeping changes to the NFL personal-conduct policy, telling NFL owners in a letter obtained by The Baltimore Sun that discipline for domestic violence incidents will increase significantly.

Surrounded by his wife, about 30 of his teammates and about 15 television cameras, Ravens running back Ray Rice repeatedly apologized for his actions that led to his February arrest and vowed to speak out against domestic violence when the time is right.

For the men walking down Main Street through down town Bel Air in high-heeled shoes, raising money to help victims of domestic and sexual abuse was worth every pinched toe, heel snagged in a sidewalk crack and catcall from spectators along the route.

Ravens running back Ray Rice's felony aggravated assault case has been scheduled for an April 28 arraignment conference at Atlantic County Superior Court, according to a court spokesperson.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said today that the league continues to monitor Ravens running back Ray Rice's pending domestic violence case and indicated no timetable or decision on whether Rice will be punished by the league.

Ravens reserve offensive lineman Jah Reid was arrested and charged with two misdemeanor battery counts following an altercation at a bar in Key West, Fla., according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

Ravens running back Ray Rice and his fiancee plan to attend a couples seminar as they continue to work on their relationship following a physical altercation between them in February at an Atlantic City casino, according to coach John Harbaugh.

Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Friday that he expects Ray Rice to remain with the Ravens.

The news that Ravens running back Ray Rice was arrested and charged with simple assault-domestic violence for an incident involving his fiancee at an Atlantic City casino has triggered shock, anger and disappointment from many fans.

Ravens running back Ray Rice's simple assault-domestic violence arrest in Atlantic City will be reviewed by the NFL under its personal-conduct policy, according to a league source.

The Maryland Senate passed one of Gov. Martin O'Malley's proposals to combat domestic violence Thursday, sending the House a bill that would make it easier for assault victims to obtain permanent court orders telling their abusers to stay away.

The Domestic Violence Center of Howard County, a nonprofit that provides aid to domestic violence and sexual assault victims will change it's name on Dec. 1 to HopeWorks, a moniker the organization hopes will better convey the message and breadth of services the center offers

An attempt by Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler to pivot from character concerns to issues in the increasingly nasty gubernatorial contest yielded more vitriol Tuesday as Gansler accused rival Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown of putting politics ahead of protecting women from domestic violence.

Women's advocates met the news of Victoria Glover's murder in Parkville this week by wondering what more could have been done. They grimace at the thought of another young woman in the Baltimore region being killed in what police believe was a targeted domestic attack — just as she was breaking free from the unhealthy relationship.

New Domestic Violence Center initiative caps off with dance performance, basketball tournament

House of Ruth employee has more than 6,000 signatures supporting letter that seeks stricter rules for NFL players found guilty of domestic violence

Senior citizens can be victims of domestic violence

U.S. Rep. Todd Akin's rape comments elicit ire from Md. groups, U.S. politicians

Baltimore prosecutor launches special victims unit

A northwest Baltimore man is in critical but stable condition at Greater Baltimore Medical Center after suffering a head injury while resisting arrest in Towson.