Kane County coroner reports drop in overdose deaths, seeks dual accreditation and secures grant funding Coroner Dr. Silva told the Judicial & Public Safety Committee that 46 drug- and alcohol-related deaths were recorded in 2025 (as of Dec. 18), including 27 opiate deaths — 21 fentanyl-related — and announced reaccreditation and a grant-funded budget adjustment tied to forensic lab work.

Kane County's coroner reveals alarming drug-related death statistics while announcing a groundbreaking dual accreditation pursuit—what does this mean for the community?

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