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July 14, 2023

Eight Tennessee inmates treated after two smuggle drugs in 'body cavities,' police say

Eight Tennessee inmates were transported to a medical center for treatment after allegedly snorting a mixture of fentanyl and heroin smuggled into the jail by two other inmates.

July 13, 2023

West Virginia state health officer to join board overseeing distribution of opioid settlements

Health officer Dr. Matthew Christiansen, of West Virginia, was selected to join a board to help oversee the distribution of the state’s opioid settlements.

July 12, 2023

What is xylazine? White House launches national response plan for combating drug deaths

The White House released a response plan this week to address the emerging threat of fentanyl combined with xylazine in the U.S. But, what is the drug and what are its effects?

July 11, 2023

White House calls for more research into ‘zombie drug,’ stops short of reclassifying it

The White House launched a plan Tuesday to counter a "zombie drug" growing in popularity, but did not mandate a classification of the substance for stricter regulations.

July 10, 2023

County health department to distribute foil, straws to fentanyl users, despite local mayor's wishes

Health department workers plan to distribute foil and straws to fentanyl users across Portland starting this month as part of their harm reduction efforts.

July 10, 2023

Network anchor suspended after allegedly paying cocaine-addicted teen for explicit photos

A well-known BBC host who has not been identified was suspended after allegations surfaced he paid a teen for explicit photos, the network has confirmed.

July 10, 2023

‘Snorting kits’ for drug users to be distributed in Portland despite Dem opposition: ‘Reckless’

The county surrounding Portland, Oregon, is set to distribute “snorting kits" for drug users as a part of a harm reduction plan opposed by the city's Democratic mayor.

July 10, 2023

Massachusetts detective accused of tawdry love affair with heroin kingpin's fiancee: report

A retired New Bedford, Massachusetts, police detective has been accused of having a years-long affair with the fiancee of an alleged heroin dealer and using her as an informant.

July 7, 2023

PSYCHEDELIC CITY: How magic mushrooms could cause ‘psychedelic trauma’

Early studies have shown certain psychedelic drugs are highly effective in treating some mental illnesses. But those findings, along with increasing decriminalization, could lead to more at-home drug use, which carries heavy risks.

July 6, 2023

Feds order 6 companies to stop selling cannabis edibles that look like kids’ snacks

The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning Wednesday to six companies that sell cannabis products they say can be mistaken as snacks by children.