Detroit, MI

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Federal agents working at ports of entry in northern U.S. cities and in small towns along the U.S.-Canadian border are continuing to thwart illegal activity.
                Federal agents working in Detroit, Chicago, Cincinnati and in a small border town of North Dakota continue to interdict fentanyl, weapons, fake e-cigarettes and illegal prescription drugs stemming from the border crisis.
                In Detroit, U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of...

Fentanyl, weapons, other drug seizures at northern border setting records

(The Center Square) – A leading medical group has called for decriminalizing personal use of a synthetic opioid used for treatment of opioid addiction without a prescription.
                The American Medical Association took a fresh stance on buprenorphine, a prescription synthetic opioid used to treat pain and opioid use disorders, during its annual meeting.
                The American Medical Association, a professional association and lobbying group for physicians and medical students, adopted the...

Medical group backs decriminalization of opioid for addiction treatment

A two-drug combination may help reduce methamphetamine use for up to 12 weeks after starting treatment, according to a clinical trial led by researchers at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. The study, published in the journal Addiction, found that participants who received injectable naltrexone plus extended-release oral...

Two-drug combination shows promise against meth use

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Experimenting with substances at social gatherings can seem like a rite of passage for some. However, when it comes to cocaine, the stakes are alarmingly high. This powerful stimulant may appear harmless or even glamorous in party settings, but the reality is starkly different. Cocaine poses serious risks that can lead to immediate and long-term consequences. Understanding these dangers is crucial for anyone considering its use, especially in social environments.

Why cocaine is dangerous to experiment with at a party

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NewSantaAna

The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

Pontotoc County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Pontotoc, MS - The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of the Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department reported a significant narcotics operation on Sunday, June 30, 2024. The operation, conducted by the Narcotics Unit, led to the seizure of marijuana, marijuana paraphernalia, and drug money during routine patrols on highways, county roads, and streets within Pontotoc County accordtin to a press release from the Pontotoc Sheriff.

Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department Seizes Marijuana and Drug Money in Traffic Stop

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Those orange bottles are no accident—they were specifically designed to keep both medications and people safe.

Why Do Prescription Pills Come in Orange Bottles?

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Contributed Photo/Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Many individuals facing addiction find themselves at a crossroads, pondering the options for recovering from methamphetamine (meth) addiction. Meth is a stimulant known for its impact on both the body and mind of users. Yet there is optimism, as treatment and encouragement can guide individuals towards recovery and empower them to take charge of their lives more. In this featured article, we will delve into some of the avenues for meth recovery, offering crucial insights to those seeking help.

What Are the Most Effective Options for Meth Recovery?

UPI News

An experimental two-drug therapy has yielded promising results  to treat methamphetamine use disorder, UCLA researchers report.

Two-drug therapy shows promise in treating meth addiction

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Cass County, IN

NBC News

Indiana State Police are asking for help locating the 14-year-old son of former NFL player Daniel Muir after the boy’s grandmother alleged his father gave him a black eye and split lip. Bryson Muir was picked up by his parents from a relative’s home near Cleveland on June 16,...

Former NFL player Daniel Muir's mother-in-law accuses him of hitting 14-year-old son, now missing

Los Angeles, CA

California State

Nick Davies

In the picturesque landscape of California, where golden beaches meet lush vineyards and towering redwoods, lies a hidden epidemic that is tearing apart families and communities: methamphetamine abuse. While the state often basks in the glow of its technological advancements and cultural diversity, the shadow of methamphetamine addiction looms large, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.

California's Hidden Epidemic: Methamphetamine Abuse and Its Devastating Effects

More than 30% of adults in the United States experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Finding the right treatment can significantly diminish the effects of anxiety on a person’s daily life. However, the right treatment isn't the same for everyone. A healthcare provider can help...

Vistaril (Hydroxyzine) vs. Xanax (Alprazolam) for Anxiety

Georgia State

The Independent

For 34 years, the brutal slayings of a brother and sister in Georgia remained a mystery – until a decades-old rape kit led to an arrest.Kenneth Perry, 55, was charged this  week in the deaths of Pamela Sumpter, 43, and John Sumpter, 46, who were stabbed at the Atlanta suburb apartment on July 15, 1990, according to the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office.John Sumpter died at the scene. His sister Pamela, who was raped and also stabbed, was rushed to the hospital where a rape kit was collected and male DNA belonging to her attacker was found.While in the hospital,...

A pair of siblings were stabbed and the sister’s dying words were that the killer was a man from Detroit. Thirty-four years later, he’s been arrested.

Kratom is a $1.5 billion a year industry in the U.S., but too few people know anything about it. You can find kratom at gas stations, vape shops, convenience stores, coffee shops, grocery stores… it’s more common than you may realize. But is it a beneficial botanical or a lethal opioid? Stay Tuned spent weeks talking to health experts, chronic and recreational users, a family who lost a loved one, the American kratom Association and others to find out what it is, what it’s used for, whether it’s dangerous, how should it be regulated, and ultimately, should it be legal. Find out why the substance is so difficult to regulate, and ultimately, whether or not it should be illegal.

Lethal drug or beneficial supplement? Here’s the truth about kratom

Colorado State

Denver, CO

Calls to poison control centers spiked across the U.S. for adolescents and young adults exposed to the hallucinogen psilocybin, according to our analysis of data from 55 U.S. poison centers between 2013 and 2022. The calls increased after 2019 when psilocybin was decriminalized and legalized in several cities and states.

An Alarming Thing Happens Whenever Magic Mushrooms Are Decriminalized

Houston, TX

Law & Crime

After a man shot allegedly shot three people to death, he told Texas cops he was defending himself during a home invasion. But cops quickly determined that was not true as the victims were family members who were living with him.
The post ‘All executed’: Man allegedly told cops he killed 3 burglars during home invasion, but victims were his mother, sister and brother-in-law first appeared on Law & Crime.

Man allegedly told cops he killed 3 burglars during home invasion, but the victims were his mother, sister and brother-in-law

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

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A dangerous new animal sedative is making its way into the illegal drug supply

Another powerful animal tranquilizer has made its way into street drugs, added to illicit fentanyl and other opioids to prolong a user’s high. The drug, called...

A dangerous new animal sedative is making its way into the illegal drug supply

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