The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Philadelphia Inquirer is a major news organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Recent news highlights its investigative journalism efforts, specifically its focus on the distribution of funds from opioid settlements. The Inquirer, in collaboration with ProPublica, is currently investigating how individual opioid victims are being compensated for addiction and related harm stemming from the prescription opioid crisis. This is newsworthy due to concerns that many victims may be excluded from receiving compensation from settlements with companies like Purdue Pharma. The Inquirer's reporting sheds light on the complexities and potential inequities in the distribution of settlement funds, highlighting the ongoing impact of the opioid crisis and the challenges faced by victims seeking redress.