Drugs - Page 164

Fentanyl penalties could get harsher in this state with decriminalized drugs

June 28, 2023

Fentanyl penalties could get harsher in this state with decriminalized drugs

When Oregon voters decriminalized drug possession, limits were set on what constituted personal use amounts of heroin, meth and other drugs. But not fentanyl.

Florida police arrest 12 people spanning 3 generations, in alleged family-run drug trafficking operation

June 26, 2023

Florida police arrest 12 people spanning 3 generations, in alleged family-run drug trafficking operation

The Polk County Sheriff's Office in Florida arrested 12 individuals, some spanning three generations of a family, on numerous drug trafficking charges on June 22.

California doctor convicted of illegally distributing opioids, leading to one fatal overdose

June 26, 2023

California doctor convicted of illegally distributing opioids, leading to one fatal overdose

A doctor in San Jose, California, was convicted of illegally prescribing opioid pills to people who claimed they lost the drugs and even shared the pills with friends and coworkers.

Burma burns $446 million worth of seized drugs to mark annual anti-drug trafficking day

June 26, 2023

Burma burns $446 million worth of seized drugs to mark annual anti-drug trafficking day

To mark an annual anti-drug trafficking day, Burma burned $446 million worth of seized drugs as experts reported that the country’s production of opium and heroin has increased.

Los Angeles police raid drug 'super lab' disguised as pizzeria: 'This takes the pie'

June 25, 2023

Los Angeles police raid drug 'super lab' disguised as pizzeria: 'This takes the pie'

Los Angeles police officers discovered a drug "super lab" disguised as a pizzeria in North Hollywood, where illegal THC concentrate and cannabis honey oil was produced.

Psychedelics are not yet ready for ‘prime time’: Dr. Marc Siegel

June 24, 2023

Psychedelics are not yet ready for ‘prime time’: Dr. Marc Siegel

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joined ‘Fox News Tonight’ to discuss NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers and his interest in psychedelics.

Florida police dismantle squatters' booby-trapped 'meth island'

June 24, 2023

Florida police dismantle squatters' booby-trapped 'meth island'

Florida officials say an island known for its drug use that was taken over by squatters is being dismantled as the structures are a safety hazard during hurricane season.

Man receives life sentence for fatally shooting mail carrier over failed marijuana delivery

June 23, 2023

Man receives life sentence for fatally shooting mail carrier over failed marijuana delivery

A man has been sentenced to life Thursday for fatally shooting a mail carrier over a failed marijuana delivery. She left a note at the door requring the man to go to the post office.

Portland residents outraged after bags of fentanyl found in popular city park: 'No playground is safe'

June 23, 2023

Portland residents outraged after bags of fentanyl found in popular city park: 'No playground is safe'

University Park Neighborhood Association chair Tom Karwaki said residents need to demand "a lot more" action from public officials.

Portland residents 'outraged' after bags of fentanyl were found in public park

June 23, 2023

Portland residents 'outraged' after bags of fentanyl were found in public park

Tom Karwaki, Portland resident and University Park Neighborhood Association chair, argues no playground is safe as deadly drugs are 'everywhere.'