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Driver accused of DUI survives astonishing 600-foot plunge down California cliff

July 13, 2026

Driver accused of DUI survives astonishing 600-foot plunge down California cliff

A suspected impaired driver survived after a pickup truck plunged roughly 600 feet down a Northern California cliff before being arrested on suspicion of DUI.

SNAP food stamp fraud has nefarious terrorism links, top Agriculture watchdog warns Congress

June 28, 2026

SNAP food stamp fraud has nefarious terrorism links, top Agriculture watchdog warns Congress

USDA Inspector General warns Congress that SNAP fraud proceeds have reached individuals linked to terrorist groups and foreign adversary nations.

New Mexico AG launches criminal investigation into DEA over allegations agents let fentanyl flood state

June 27, 2026

New Mexico AG launches criminal investigation into DEA over allegations agents let fentanyl flood state

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a criminal investigation into allegations that the DEA allowed fentanyl pills to reach communities.

Poison centers link growing Benadryl abuse among teens to dangerous social media trends

June 19, 2026

Poison centers link growing Benadryl abuse among teens to dangerous social media trends

America's Poison Centers reports a concerning 31.9% rise in diphenhydramine abuse among teens, with cases reportedly more than doubling in 2026.

Legalizing pot didn’t kill the black market, it created a marketing department for it

June 8, 2026

Legalizing pot didn’t kill the black market, it created a marketing department for it

Legal cannabis sales in California dropped 11% as the black market captures over 60% of marijuana consumed, raising questions about legalization.

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning

June 7, 2026

Flying with cannabis? TSA's new guidance comes with a major health warning

The TSA has updated medical marijuana guidelines, but experts warn against using cannabis on flights due to health effects at altitude.

Taxpayer-funded 'Meth Mansion' under fire as crime concerns mount around homeless campus

June 1, 2026

Taxpayer-funded 'Meth Mansion' under fire as crime concerns mount around homeless campus

The Skid Row Care Campus in downtown LA faces mounting criticism over reported violence, drug activity and reportedly 693 police calls in roughly five months.

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug could reduce alcohol withdrawal damage, researchers say

May 25, 2026

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug could reduce alcohol withdrawal damage, researchers say

Researchers say an experimental Alzheimer's drug may calm brain inflammation linked to alcohol withdrawal, potentially reducing relapse and neural damage.

'Illicit' version of fentanyl linked to deadly New Mexico incident that sickened first responders

May 22, 2026

'Illicit' version of fentanyl linked to deadly New Mexico incident that sickened first responders

A mystery substance that hospitalized over a dozen first responders in New Mexico has been identified as fentanyl after three people died at the scene.

Ex-employee of taxpayer-funded nonprofit caught selling fentanyl near LA park: docs

May 21, 2026

Ex-employee of taxpayer-funded nonprofit caught selling fentanyl near LA park: docs

A California man working for taxpayer-funded needle distribution nonprofit PATH was arrested for allegedly trying to sell fentanyl, authorities said.