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To Address the Overdose Crisis, Listen to the People Who Know the Most

Trish Perry organizes weekly outreach for homeless populations in Newark, Ohio. (William Widmer / Redux) On a street corner in Newark, Ohio, every Saturday, rain or shine, Trish Perry distributes harm-reduction supplies—syringes, Neosporin, saline, and the overdose-reversal drug naloxone—to people who use drugs. She also provides food, clothing, tents, and …

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The 2020 Olympics: 7 Sports We’re Watching

Our writers and editors share what they are eyeing in the coming weeks of competition. Ashley Landis / AP Every weekday evening, our editors guide you through the biggest stories of the day, help you discover new ideas, and surprise you with moments of delight. Subscribe to get this delivered …

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White Woman Charged With Hate Crime May Have Charges Dropped

A white woman accused of spitting on a Black activist during protests at the Connecticut state Capitol earlier this year was granted special probation on Wednesday (July 21) and may even have the hate crime charge she faces dismissed. According to the Hartford Courant, 45-year-old Yuliya Gilshteyn was granted accelerated rehabilitation, a special …

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Georgia Congressman Hank Johnson Arrested While Protesting for Voting Rights in Washington D.C.

0 Georgia Congressman Hank Johnson was arrested, along with other activists, on Thursday for participating in a voting rights demonstration near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The 66-year-old Democratic congressman, who represents Georgia’s 4th District, was arrested while protesting against Senate inaction on voting rights legislation and filibuster reform. …

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