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Though first responders risk their lives by fighting fires and crime every day, an investigation by the News4 I-Team found thousands of public safety personnel in the D.C. region may be risking their safety in another way: by declining to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

First responders put their lives on the line fighting fires and crime every day, but the News4 I-Team found many across our area could be risking their lives in another way. Thousands haven’t been vaccinated even though they’ve been eligible for months. Investigative Reporter Jodie Fleischer shows what some departments are doing about it.

A 15-year-old and 13-year-old were last seen Sunday near the Harry James Creek in St. Mary’s County.

Studies show it’s five times more common for first responders to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder than the average person, a sobering reminder of the realities they face as they help others on the worst days of their lives. News4’s Melissa Mollet spoke with three Montgomery County firefighters who have had different mental health struggles, but the same advice...

The Nationals handed out swag bags filled with World Series t-shirts and other apparel Friday to police and firefighters to honor those who have been on the front lines.

As the world watched the Capitol riot unfold Wednesday, there were first responders who headed toward it, answering the call of duty despite crowds and chaos. Aimee Cho reports.

In parts of Maryland, local health officials are working to convince reluctant first responders to take the COVID-19 vaccine.

In parts of Maryland, local health officials are working to convince reluctant first responders to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The issue is that reluctance could slow down the process of distributing the shot to other groups. Prince George’s County Bureau Chief Tracee Wilkins reports on how the process is going.

As the world watched the Capitol riot unfold Wednesday, there were first responders who headed toward it, answering the call of duty despite crowds and chaos.

Many frontline workers will be on duty and away from their families this Christmas. News4’s Mark Segraves introduces a husband and wife team of first responders who will work through the holidays for the public good.

Starbucks is giving thanks to first responders and health care workers on the front lines of the fight against the spread of COVID-19 with a free cup of coffee.

And as New York and the nation Friday marked the 19th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks while in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the ranks of the nearly 200,000 Americans who have died from COVID-19 have been filled by dozens of heroes like these who risked their lives to save others when the twin towers fell.

Operation Gratitude is sending thousands of care packages at the D.C. armory as a way to commemorate 9/11. News4’s Juliana Valencia

Nurses on the front lines of New York’s COVID-19 pandemic are calling for the state to enact minimum staffing standards ahead of another wave of infections

As the first wave of coronavirus cases peaked in the Northeast U.S. this spring, eight healthcare workers from New York City and across the country shared their intimate experiences fighting the virus — through exhaustion, grief and fear.

Montgomery County fire crews rolled through neighborhoods Friday evening to say thank you to the very communities they protect. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports.

Estuary and its sister bakery, Ebb & Flow, have funded the meals, in part, through a GoFundMe campaign.

Washington Capitals’ forward Garnet Hathaway surprised a young fan who has made 1,200 masks for first responders with his mom. Cary Chow reports.

News4’s Melissa Mollet profiles Operation Gratitude, which seeks to thank first responders and essential workers.