Heroin Epidemic – Reporting Public Policy

A Reporting Project of the Kent State University School of Media and Journalism

Xylazine emerging as new threat

The use of xylazine, a drug that leads to amputations, is increasing in Ohio. Xylazine is a veterinary drug that

When I was first introduced to John Hallisy, 25, he seemed like any other college-aged, 20-something. What I didn’t know

Ohio residents will vote on Issue 1 in the Nov. 6 ballot. Along with the goal of reducing the number

Juvenile crime rates in Portage County climbed in the past year despite rehabilitation efforts from the juvenile/probate division of the

RAVENNA, Ohio– Medical marijuana is at the beginning stages of growth in Ohio, but 11 different companies were recently announced

Last year, the Ohio Department of Health reported 4,050 residents died in unintentional drug overdoses. Fentanyl and other related drugs

Overcoming addiction: Which route is for you? from Jake Ruffo on Vimeo. Heroin use is a problem that continues to

. One of the major problems with the heroin epidemic affecting so many families in Ohio is that the addiction

By Jon Huntsman When it comes to the heroin epidemic in Portage County, the local police and coroner’s office have

The Portage County Jail will be receiving a $13 million expansion. The jail has become incredibly overcrowded and lacking beds.