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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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As the popularity of marijuana continues to grow across the United States, and as more states legalize the plant, certain strains have emerged as consistent favorites among consumers. The marijuana landscape in the United States is vast and varied, with certain strains consistently rising to the top in terms of popularity. Based on data from … 
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West Virginia State

The Independent

The USDA recalled 6,900 pounds of hot dogs after discovering that they did not undergo federal inspection. On Monday, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a notice recalling nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs when Kentucky-based meat house AW Farms found they were “produced without the benefit of federal inspection.” The recall of the summer classic affected restaurants and hotels in Ohio and West Virginia that received the hot dogs on or after May 30, which reportedly have a shelf life of 45 days. At the time, a public health partner of the state reported the discovery to the...

Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs recalled after producer missed federal safety inspection

BLOOMINGTON, MN – Shoppers, beware! A massive recall has hit 18 states, and your favorite veggies might be contaminated. The FDA has expanded a previous recall, and the list of affected produce keeps growing. If you bought cucumbers, peppers, green beans, or other veggies recently, you might want to...

KILLER VEGGIES: 18 States Hit by Massive PRODUCE RECALL – Are You in Danger?

Newly released testing data of Diamond Shruumz-brand gummies purchased in 2023 identified the presence of psilocin, a hallucinogenic drug closely related to the magic-mushroom drug psilocybin that is classified as a Schedule I drug, alongside psilocybin, heroin, and LSD. Further Reading. The finding comes as Diamond Shruumz's current line of...

Illegal drug found in Diamond Shruumz candies linked to severe illnesses

Queen City News

Police in New Zealand have so far accounted for 41 chunks of methamphetamine enclosed in candy wrappers — each a potentially lethal amount of the drug — that were unknowingly distributed by an Auckland food bank.

New Zealand food bank unknowingly hands out lethal meth candies

More people have been stuck ill from eating Diamond Shruumz brand edibles. The FDA has posted a list of hundreds of stores and online outlets selling the products. As of July 29, a total of 78 illnesses have been reported in 28 states. Sixty-five of the 78 people have reported seeking medical care, 40 have been hospitalized, and two deaths are under investigation.

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Texas State

103.3 The G.O.A.T.

If you have purchased any of the White Coated Confectionary Items manufactured by Palmer Candy Company you are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

30+ Candies Sold at Texas Walmarts, Targets Stores Recalled

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Real Simple

The recall impacts cucumbers, jalapeños, and more.

Fresh Vegetables Sold at Walmart, Kroger Recalled in 18 States Due to Listeria

UPI News

Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken products over fears of contamination.

Perdue Foods recalls over 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

24/7 Wall St.

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Willard, OH

Before making a summer salad, check your produce. Wiers Farm, Inc, of Willard, Ohio, is expanding a voluntary recall issued on July 12 to include additional items that may be contaminated with listeria, as stated in an announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The initial recall was for...

Produce Recalled Over Listeria Risk Now Includes 20 Types of Vegetables Sold Nationwide

Douglas, GA

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Kentucky State

A vegetable recall has now been marked as a Class I risk classification by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). RS Hanline and Company, Inc., recalled jalapeno, green bean, and green pepper products due to a possible Listeria contamination in late July. The vegetables were distributed to retailers in...

Aldi’s Freshire Farms vegetable recall falls under FDA’s most severe

Denver, CO

Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

California State

USA TODAY

A sting operation by California authorities resulted in the seizure of more than 2.2 million illegal cannabis packages designed to mimic junk food.

2.2 million illegal cannabis packages mimicking junk food seized in California

NewsBreak

Ohio's cannabis dispensaries surpass $10 million during earliest non-medical sales

In the first week of legal non-medical marijuana sales in Ohio, dispensaries eclipsed $10 million statewide on the recreational side, according to data from the Department...

Ohio's cannabis dispensaries surpass $10 million during earliest non-medical sales

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