Spring 2016 – Page 3 – Reporting Public Policy

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

Heroin Causes Deaths and Overpopulation of Jails in Portage County

An in depth look at the heroin epidemic in Portage County by Rex Smith.

One in four families has someone who works part-time as a college faculty member and is enrolled in at least

By Portia Booker, Neville Hardman, Bryan Heraghty, Stephen Means, Matt Poe and Lexi Walters Following the 9/11 attacks, Muslims have

The Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery is home to over 27,000 of our countries veterans, some who have died serving

A union is a group of workers who come together to have a voice in their workplace. There are many

by Justin McKinney, Jacob Runnels and Jessa Schroeder. Note: the Freedom House has asked we do not disclose last

Adjunct professors are non-tenured faculty teaching in higher education and are hired by institutions on a part-time basis. Adjuncts are

Words by Marissa Barnhart “I’m self-employed. That’s where I make my money, honey,” she said, flicking her wrist for emphasis.

By Neville Hardman and Nadia Assim Kent City Council members discussed issues such as rental licensing and the language

By Neville Hardman and Nadia Assim An independent investigation was completed after four Kent City Police officers were involved in