Redlands City Council accepts opioid settlement funds

The settlement funds from Kroger Co. come as local nonprofit Heathy East Valley hosts event Friday marking National Recovery Month

Redlands City Council accepts opioid settlement funds
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REDLANDS, Calif. — The Redlands City Council has accepted a settlement fund with Kroger Co., marking another step in the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. The settlement funds will enhance the city’s Substance Use Navigator (SUN) program and support broader opioid remediation initiatives within the community.

Why it matters: The settlement with Kroger Co. follows a series of nationwide lawsuits against opioid manufacturers, distributors, and pharmacies accused of contributing to the opioid crisis.

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