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Opioid Crisis

Opioid epidemic, fentanyl, overdose prevention, and substance abuse coverage.Page 1 of 3

Michigan GOP bill proposes opioid funds for psychedelic therapy trials - Wikimedia Commons

Michigan GOP bill proposes opioid funds for psychedelic therapy trials

A GOP lawmaker wants to fund psychedelic drug trials for veterans using opioid settlement money, despite federal prohibition of the substance.

James WhitfieldDETROIT, MICHIGAN16h ago

U.S. Senator Husted Hires Utility Lobbyist as Top Aide Amid Billing Crisis

Crime & EmergenciesMay 15, 2026

U.S. Senator Husted Hires Utility Lobbyist as Top Aide Amid Billing Crisis

Florida Drug Overdose Deaths Drop 42% as Fentanyl Deaths Fall 46% - Wikimedia Commons

HealthMay 13, 2026

Florida Drug Overdose Deaths Drop 42% as Fentanyl Deaths Fall 46%

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

Ohio Lawmakers Study Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine for PTSD, Addiction Treatment

Politics & GovernmentMay 13, 2026

Ohio Lawmakers Study Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine for PTSD, Addiction Treatment

Judge Denies Missouri AG's Bid to Halt American Shaman Kratom Sales - Wikimedia Commons

Politics & GovernmentMay 8, 2026

Judge Denies Missouri AG’s Bid to Halt American Shaman Kratom Sales

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI

NC Athletic Association Backs Bill Requiring Mental Health Training for Coaches

HealthMay 7, 2026

NC Athletic Association Backs Bill Requiring Mental Health Training for Coaches

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA

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