Lexy Smith

Jan 10, 2025 | air1.com | Jeanice Lee |Marya Morgan |Rafael Sierra |Lexy Smith

(Air1 Closer Look) – Overdose deaths by fentanyl are down for the first time in the U.S. since the COVID-19 pandemic, but the potentially lethal anesthetic still threatens unsuspecting online buyers. In 2024, the U.S. DEA seized more than 367 million deadly doses of cheap and easy counterfeit medicine, after nabbing 390 million deadly doses the previous year.

Jan 10, 2025 | klove.com | Jeanice Lee |Marya Morgan |Rafael Sierra |Lexy Smith

(K-LOVE Closer Look) – Overdose deaths by fentanyl are down for the first time in the U.S. since the COVID-19 pandemic, but the potentially lethal anesthetic still threatens unsuspecting online buyers. In 2024, the U.S. DEA seized more than 367 million deadly doses of cheap and easy counterfeit medicine, after nabbing 390 million deadly doses the previous year.

Sep 8, 2024 | klove.com | Felipe Aguilar |Jeanice Lee |Lexy Smith |Ron Turner

Posted on Sunday, September 8, 2024 by Ron TurnerIn this interview, Ron Turner speaks with Corey Morris, Director of Community Impact at Meals on Wheels Chicago, about the growing issue of food insecurity among seniors and individuals with disabilities in Chicago. Morris highlights the organization's services, including home-delivered meals and a monthly food pantry, emphasizing their importance in underserved communities.

Jul 11, 2024 | air1.com | Rafael Sierra |Marya Morgan |Lexy Smith |Billie Jean Wright

(Air1 Closer Look) – Yellow beads for overnight stays in the hospital. Black for every needle poke. Colorful glass beads from Beads Of Courage are worn as visual reminders for brave kids fighting pain or disease. “It’s a really cool record for their family,” says Katie Hacker, Director of Engagement. “Something really amazing to see what they've been through together.”The unique arts-in-medicine program is based in Tucson, Ariz. but serves more than 60,000 children in 400 hospitals in 9 countries.

Jun 13, 2024 | air1.com | Lexy Smith |Marya Morgan |Billie Jean Wright |Monika Kelly

(Air1 Closer Look) –  Your loved one suddenly needs round-the-clock care. “Your whole world can be turned upside down,” says Marvell Adams Jr, CEO of Caregiver Action Network. It happened to him as a teenager when his own mother suffered a debilitating stroke. “Caregiving is hard work, whether you do it 1 hour a day or 10 hours a day or several days a week.” He currently heads the non-profit CAN to provide advice, support and community for people caring for the elderly, sick or disabled among us.