Drugs
Schumer Says 'My Thinking Evolved' on Marijuana, Promises Legalization Bill
The New York senator, who once supported tough drug laws, said he changed his mind after seeing how legalization helped Colorado.
Marijuana Legalization Isn't Delivering What Supporters Promised
Lawmakers can try to hide from the facts, but the truth consistently comes out in data addressing marijuana's impact on communities, youth and more.
Florida Man Busted for Trafficking Drugs, 'Sloppy' Homemade Bombs
Christy Daniel Cugini, a Florida physician, was arrested on Tuesday after officials found a large quantity of drugs and homemade bombs in his home.
Where You Can, Can't Smoke Weed in New York After Cuomo Legalized Marijuana
Governor Andrew Cuomo legalized marijuana on Wednesday, but there are restrictions on where a person can smoke.
Demi Lovato Tried Meth, Crack Cocaine and Heroin in Weeks Before Overdose
In Part 1 of the series, Lovato revealed she relapsed and tried meth, crack cocaine, heroin and more drugs three months before her overdose.
Demi Lovato Says She's 'California Sober,' But What Does That Mean?
The pop star's definition of "California sober" seems to differ from the way many people define the lifestyle.
Fake Plant Company Wants to Add Faux-Cannabis to Your Houseplant Collection
Greenery isn't new in homes, but Pot Plant aims to make cannabis plants as common as your succulents.
What You Need to Know About Taking Advil Before or After the COVID Vaccine
The coronavirus vaccine can have side effects, which are the result of the body's immune response being activated.
Magic Mushrooms, Ayahuasca, and Mescaline Decriminalized in Washington
Under DC Initiative 81, arrests for the possession of natural psychedelics have become the lowest priority for DC police.
Seth Rogen's Houseplant Customers Celebrate Receiving Weed Via Delivery
Houseplant sells both weed and home goods and is described as: "for people who love weed, by people who love weed."
'Cocaine Bear' Movie News Inspires Cast, Plot, Sequel and Costume Ideas
Twitter users are getting excited at the prospect of a "Pablo EscoBear" cinematic universe and Halloween costume.
U.S. Sets Record for Overdose Deaths During Pandemic
The Coronavirus pandemic has earned the United States a new record for annual drug overdose deaths at 81,000, the Centers for Disease Control reported this week.
Snorkeler Finds Cocaine Worth $1.5 Million Floating Offshore
Around 70 pounds worth of the drug was found wrapped in tape and floating off Florida on Wednesday afternoon.
Parents Find 5,000 Fentanyl Pills Inside Toy Bought for Their Daughter
The toy was purchased from a store in El Mirage, northwest of Phoenix, and intended as a gift for a little girl from her parents.
Prince Harry Lawyers: Tabloid Planned to Exploit Father With Cocaine Claim
They accused the now-defunct News of the World of planning to tell Prince Charles that Harry used cocaine in order to press the palace into confirming a "softer" exclusive about claims he smoked cannabis.
Drone Carrying Kilo of Meth Crashes Onto Roof Near U.S.-Mexico Border
Border Patrol agents were alerted after the unmanned device fell onto a business in San Diego on Sunday.
Former Panic! At The Disco Bassist, Arrested on Drug Charges in Las Vegas
A loaded Glock 17 and 62.6 grams of heroin were among discoveries made by LAPD officers in relation to the 33-year-old's arrest, police documents reportedly state.
Border Agents Seize $1.6M Worth of Drugs Smuggled in Toilet Paper, Cabinets
The cocaine and meth were found during three separate searches at the World Trade Bridge in vehicles coming in from Mexico.
Why You Should Avoid Taking Painkillers Before Having the COVID Vaccine
Common side effects of COVID-19 vaccines, which tend to be minor and short-term, include pain and swelling at the injection site, fever, tiredness, chills or a headache.
'March In' is Not the Answer
Overriding patents on drugs developed with the help of federally funded research, this so-called "march in" option, is not a good idea.
DEA Seizes $45 Million of Meth Thought to Belong to Infamous CJNG Cartel
Drug enforcement officials found nearly 2,000 pounds of the drug hidden inside an 18-wheeler in Denton County, Texas.
The Right Path Forward on Drug Policy Under Biden-Harris
Over the last several years, the marijuana industry has mounted a multi-million-dollar campaign to persuade the public that marijuana is safe, all the while saturating the market with new, extremely high potency products.
Jim Belushi Talks Marijuana Farming and the Trauma of Losing John
In advance of what would be John Belushi's 72nd birthday, the younger Belushi shares stories about grief and the healing properties of cannabis.
Man Injects Magic Mushrooms, Gets Organ Failure As They Grow in His Blood
The man spent 22 days in hospital following the incident.
Child Safety Concerns Prompt Recall of 433,000 Excedrin Bottles
"We are asking anyone who has purchased large-sized Excedrin (50 count and above) to check their Excedrin products," the company stated.
Congress Should Remove Obstacles to Marijuana Research
With a more streamlined research process, real science could guide future marijuana policy reforms.
FDA Warns Consumers Against Amazon Products With Dangerous Ingredients
The FDA found 100 percent of the Amazon products ordered and 80 percent of the eBay products ordered contained dangerous pharmaceutical ingredients.
Boat With $80 million Worth of Cocaine Washes Up in Marshall Islands
The drugs were discovered by locals who found packets hidden in a compartment inside the boat.
South Carolina Teacher Charged with Trafficking Meth
Sarah McKinnon, a second grade teacher at Aiken Elementary School, was detained after a series of traffic violations led officers to search her vehicle.
40 Charged in Massive Racketeering Plot Run From South Carolina Prison
Four inmates allegedly used contraband cell phones smuggled into the prison to run a gang's drug empire with underlings willing to commit kidnapping, assault, murder, blackmail and arson.