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A doctor talks about the effects of the wildly popular new drugs and what you should know before and after starting one.

I was having a discussion with some coworkers, and the topic of Narcan got brought up as a potential solution to drug overdoses. My initial reaction was quite literally, “What in the world is Narcan?”

Drug use continues to be an issue across the country. But one of the solutions is harm reduction. It can be a controversial topic as some say it’s enabling people to use drugs, but others say it’s saving lives.

There are only eight body farms in the country.

See how the Solutionaries team addresses educational challenges to exploring food insecurity and behavioral interventions.

There are options like palliative care available to keep people comfortable at the end of their lives. It has worked for many people. But it is not always readily accessible.

Preparing for the afterlife can be daunting. Here's a guide to help make things easier.

The thought of death can trigger anxiety for most people. However, at one nonprofit, life and death are embraced.

Donating your body to science could help solve crimes in Virginia and all over the country.

Pets -- often, they're our best friends. But it's an imperfect world, and situations can be less than ideal for our furry ones.

Potholes have been a nuisance for drivers and the majority of our viewers want to see road improvements.

There are 30 commuter rail systems in the United States, and in 2022, 266 million passengers used the service.

Common complaints about Interstate 81 range from truck traffic to crashes and safety. But there’s a multi-billion dollar plan to make it better for everyone.

We take a test drive into the world of electric vehicles -- uncovering the practicality, infrastructure challenges and the future.

Teachers at one school are finding great success with music as a therapy for children with intellectual and developmental differences.

In one city, you don't serve your time at home. There's a center dedicated to teaching students coping skills during their suspension.

Animal abuse cases have exploded in the state of Michigan.

As animal advocates are thinking of creative ways to save lives, a national nonprofit looks to pilots to help transport animals to a better life.

In 2022, The American Library Association documented 1,269 requests to remove books from libraries across the United States – the most the organization ever recorded.

When your pet needs treatment or surgery, it can get expensive fast. But there are other options your vet may not be talking to you about.

As pet owners, the thought of losing a furry friend is heart-wrenching. But what if technology could help locate lost pets faster than ever before?

Pet owners face a potentially big problem as the veterinary field deals with a growing shortage of veterinarians.

We want to know if electric vehicle drivers think the cars are worth it and if they're enjoying their experience.

According to responses we’ve gotten to the idea, many are receptive to a four-day workweek.

It’s all about breaking the cycle and keeping people out of jail and cutting down on homelessness — and saving taxpayers money at the same time.

Taking care of our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and letting students and staff take mental health days is paying off in one school system.

We might not have the answers ourselves, but we will connect you with those who do! Our Solutionaries team can’t wait to help your day get better.

The podcast features longform interviews and discussions with problem-solving members of our communities.

U.S. Census numbers show women make up 51% of the country’s population, but they make up only 12-14% of law enforcement, according to the latest data compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics.

We are working for you on solutions to keep our kids and our families safe from online predators.Online predators -- they are everywhere, and they are after our kids. But one family is working to fight them with education.