According to the station, fentanyl killed more than 1,600 people in Los Angeles County alone in the last year, with warnings from both local and federal officials about the crisis.
The move comes on the heels of Kaitlan Collins -- who previously served in the role -- being elevated to co-host of the network's new morning show, CNN This Morning.
"Russini resigned from The Athletic this spring after Page Six published photos of her with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Now, several outlets are confirming she is poised for a comeback as soon as next week."