Heathen imagery appears during video of fatal shooting of a Black woman

Earlier this month, Sonya Massey, a Black woman living near Springfield, Illinois, was killed in her home by a sheriff’s deputy after she called for assistance. The body camera footage shows another deputy on the scene had prominent Norse-themed tattoos. TWH explains the symbols on display and reactions from members of the Heathen community.

DEA bust at metaphysical store

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Federal agents arrested the 71-year old manager of Mystic Enchantments on April 13. The manager, Letha Dean, has been charged with selling synthetic cannabinoids. A cannabinoid acts in the brain to produce the effects of marijuana; these drugs are manufactured versions, rather than organic. Unlike marijuana, synthetic cannabinoids can have serious negative health consequences.