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Pinellas County parents push for online safety legislation after 16-year-old daughter takes her own life
wfla.com
Nearly three years after 16-year-old McKenna Brown took her own life, her parents are calling for legislation to protect children from the dangers of the digital world.
My daughter’s suicide was linked to online bullying. Here’s a solution.
Tampa Bay Times
The world can be a dangerous place. That’s why we lock our doors at night, wear our seatbelts and password protect sensitive information. And yet most of us — and most of our children — spend hours a day on social media where the risk of online harms, including various forms of sexual harassment and assault, are severe and only growing.
The McKenna Way Memorial Day honors life and legacy of local teen 2 years after tragic death
ABC Action News
Community celebrates the life of Mckenna Brown with hockey and charity.
We lost our daughter to cyberbullying. Don’t let it happen to yours.
Tampa Bay Times Op-Ed
Nearly half of U.S. teens report having experienced at least one of six common cyberbullying behaviors. McKenna Brown’s parents want a law to address it.
Family and friends honor McKenna Brown’s legacy one year after her tragic death
ABC Action News
McKenna Brown was a star goalie on a traveling hockey team. But McKenna died by suicide after her family says she was bullied online.
Yellow bench outside Tampa Bay Skating Academy serves as reminder to those struggling to ask for help
FOX 13 News
McKenna Brown was a goalie on the ice, but in the hours before her death, her parents say she became the victim of a severe cyber-bullying campaign by teammates.
Florida teen speaks out against cyberbullying in Tallahassee
Spectrum Bay News 9
A bipartisan effort is underway on Capitol Hill in Washington, as senators call for the passage of legislation to regulate big tech and social media platforms. It is a cause one local teen is advocating for, after the heartbreaking loss of a friend to suicide.
Suicide prevention training in Florida schools – McKenna Brown
WTSP 10 Investigates
From a little performer to an all-star athlete. “She had that energy about her that people just gravitated towards,” Hunter Brown said. “She was the light of our life.”
Palm Harbor teen suicide victim’s family finds purpose amidst grief
Patch News
Cheryl Brown and her family are healing by taking positive action.
High school and college families affected by suicide
We’re All a Little "Crazy" Podcast
Parents of two of high-profile suicides, Washington State QB Tyler Hilinski and HS hockey goalie McKenna Brown, discuss ways in which families, advocates and schools can all better work together.
Why this 16 year old took her own life
Seen.TV
McKenna’s parents describe the days leading up to their daughter taking her own life. They warn teenagers to be careful with their words, speak up, and know there is help.
Pinellas mother says cyberbullying played a part in daughter’s death
ABC Action News
Since 2008, child suicide rates have increased by up to 150%. Local mom lost her daughter to suicide, and she believes online bullying played a big part.
“Bounce Back With Coach Tracey”
Bounce Back with Coach Tracey influences positivity and gives viewers tools for fighting back for mental health. This episode features McKenna Brown and suicide awareness, prevention tips, and resources.
Parents remember daughter after suicide by cyberbullying
FOX “America’s Newsroom”
McKenna Brown’s parents joined ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss what led their daughter to take her own life and what they hope to gain from sharing their tragic story.
Teen hockey player’s bullying went unchecked before her suicide, parents say
The Daily Beast
Three Florida hockey players were suspended for their alleged role in a cyberbullying campaign.
Dr. Phil: In just five days, bullied to death
Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil talks with Hunter and Cheryl Brown just two months after they lost their daughter to suicide following an intense, five-day bullying campaign by former friends.
Palm Harbor parents call for empathy, kindness after daughter dies by suicide days before start of senior year
FOX 13 News
McKenna Brown was a star athlete with a bright future. Her parents are now sounding the alarm on the needs surrounding teenage mental health.
