I refrain - as much as possible, from the news. It's not a happy place, generally, and the general climate of fear and insecurity it promotes are at odds with my worldview. That said, I'd like to introduce you to Christine Chubbuck, a News Anchor, who shared my views, and the extremes it took her to.
Link: Wikipedia on Christine Chubbuck
WARNING: Not a happy story. Par for the news...