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The public’s faith in the safety and efficacy of prescription drugs and vaccines has been shaken as never before. There’s skepticism about the role the big pharma plays in rolling out new medications, yet there are amazing breakthroughs in treating once fatal diseases. And then there’s the price for critical treatments that can be beyond the reach for many. How did we get here and how can we fix it? We are joined by Dr Jerry Avorn, professor of medicine at Harvard University Medical School and author of the new book, “Rethinking Medications: Truth, Power and the Drugs you Take.”

The San Antonio Area Foundation has commissioned a report on the state of the local news landscape and its findings were released at the first-ever Local News in the Heart of Texas Summit on Thursday, April 17, at UTSA's downtown campus.

Also: Gregg Popovich recovering after medical emergency; San Antonio, Central Texas to see unstable weather conditions; Buy emergency supplies tax-free this weekend

Public libraries are perhaps the most American of institutions. But today, libraries are under assault. There is book banning, and the Trump administration is gutting the federal agency that provides funding to public libraries. A new PBS documentary, “Free for All: The Public Library,” defends the importance and continued relevance of the local library.

Also: Bill takes aim at abortion pill manufacturers; Bexar County introduces new election night reporting system; Heightened security continues in week 2 of Fiesta

Also: San Antonio celebrates revitalized housing project; Advocates sound the alarm on Head Start cuts; Federal agency walks back plan on autism registry

Bexar County is in a prolonged exceptional drought, and we’re already dealing with 100-degree days.And due to climate change it’s only going to get hotter and dryer in the coming years. How do we garden and landscape using drought and heat tolerant plants? How can you make your lawn Texas tough and beautiful?

Also: SA implements new metal reycling rules; New details on teen, mom terrorism arrest; Sheriff Salazar endorses a mayoral candidate

Also: Applications open for temporary SA council vacancy; Shells from Fiesta's Oyster Bake serve new purpose; Trump administration enforces travel ban on prominent Mexican politicians

Also: Mental health initiative sees positive outcomes; SAISD partners to send students to Trinity, UTSA; YOSA Invitational welcomes students to the stage