Brian Mann
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National
Purdue Pharma Reaches $8B Opioid Deal With Justice Department Over Oxycontin Sales
Critics say the settlement doesn't hold company executives or members of the Sackler family accountable for their aggressive marketing of Oxycontin which helped fuel the nation's opioid epidemic.
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Sharp Rise In Drug Overdose Deaths Seen During 1st Few Months Of Pandemic
New data from the CDC show more than 19,000 Americans died from drug overdoses during the first three months of 2020 with the country on pace to set a grim new record.
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National
We Asked Americans How They Feel About The U.S. Flag. It Got Interesting.
There is a lot of love for the Stars and Stripes, but some people say the flag's meaning has changed in ways that make them uncomfortable.
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National
Some Health Workers Suffering From Addiction Steal Drugs Meant For Patients
The Drug Enforcement Agency relies on hospitals to identify nurses and doctors who misuse drugs such as morphine and fentanyl. But "only a fraction of those who are diverting drugs are ever caught."
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Politics
Tell Us: What Does The American Flag Mean To You Right Now?
Are you seeing more American flags these days or maybe flying one yourself? Tell us what the United States flag means to you and whether that has changed over time.
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National
Rochester Police Chief Resigns Amid Protests Over Black Man's Death
Chief La'Ron Singletary and other leaders are leaving the department in Rochester, N.Y., as protests continue over the March death of a Black man by asphyxiation after being restrained by officers.
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National
Rochester, N.Y., Police Chief Resigns Amid Protests Over Daniel Prude's Death
Rochester, N.Y.'s police chief resigned Tuesday along with other department leaders. The department has been the subject of protests after the death of a Black man during his arrest.
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National
Reporter's Notebook: Covering New York's Racial Justice Protests
While tear gas and rage get most of the attention in the demonstrations, there are also tender and hopeful moments — including singing, poetry, and talk of healing — taking place.
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Politics
Former Top NRA Exec Says Greed, Corruption Pushed Gun Group Into 'Death Spiral'
Josh Powell left the group facing claims of sexual harassment and improper spending. In Inside the NRA, he calls for gun reforms — and confirms the harshest criticisms against the group.
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National
Opioid Scandal Haunts Drug Companies As They Respond To Pandemic
Thousands of lawsuits that ground to a halt because of COVID-19 are moving forward again as local, state and federal courts reopen around the U.S.