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Photos: New organization emphasizes need for harm reduction for returning citizens and their communities


Photos: New organization emphasizes need for harm reduction for returning citizens and their communities

Avery Shelton (from left), Bryan Winters and John Coburn pose in front of the Men Mending Men in the Community banner as they prepare for the day. Shelton and Winters are board members and Coburn is the program director. (Photo by Devin Blake) “Men Mending Men in the Community” is a new organization founded with […]

Life-saving drug saves Topeka residents from opioid overdose


Life-saving drug saves Topeka residents from opioid overdose

TOPEKA, Kansas (WIBW) – A large shadow hangs over the city of Topeka and affects many of its residents. “We have a huge opioid crisis here in Topeka among youth and homeless people. There is no discrimination. All age groups and walks of life are affected,” said Kathleen Link of Positive Connections. There is a […]

Hamilton County sees nearly 30% drop in fatal overdoses in first half of 2024


Hamilton County sees nearly 30% drop in fatal overdoses in first half of 2024

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — The number of fatal overdoses appears to be declining in Hamilton County. This is according to data from the latest Hamilton Counted report, which found that fatal overdoses have decreased by almost 30% compared to 2022. On Wednesday, we spoke with district leaders and stakeholders about what led to this change. […]