The Recovery with Justice program was established by a local judge who believes jail is not always the answer.
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Sackler Family Says Opioid Lawsuit Is "Misleading"
The family’s lawyers have filed motions to dismiss the complaint filed against them by the Massachusetts Attorney General.
Sweden Rethinks Zero Tolerance Drug Policy as Cocaine Use Rises
Swedish authorities are trying to learn what factors are contributing to the rising rates of use (and overdose), including the way they police.
FDA To Investigate Whether Vaping Causes Seizures
The FDA will investigate cases of seizures possibly related to vaping—but no links have been made yet.
Prince Harry: Fortnite Is Addictive & Irresponsible
The royal soon-to-be parent feels the video game has an alarmingly strong grip on kids these days… and perhaps should be banned.
"Hope Stems" Campaign Spotlights How Opioids Affect The Brain Using Flowers
The floral exhibit coincided with the Macy’s Flower Show, and aimed to depict opioid addiction in a different light.
Are Millennials Redefining Sobriety?
Millennials may be choosing to lean into moderation more than other generations.
Celebs Petition Trump To Commute Sentence For Rapper Loon
Grammy-winning singer Faith Evans, rapper Baby Bash and NBA All-Star Kevin Garnett are among the signees of the petition.
Netflix Doc "Legend of Cocaine Island" Proves Truth Is Stranger Than Fiction
The documentary explores one man’s search for 70 pounds of cocaine allegedly buried off the coast of Puerto Rico.
Are Law Enforcement Efforts Making Cocaine Trafficking Worse?
Researchers examined the effects of law enforcement’s counter-drug strategies on drug trafficking.