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The fourth-largest wildfire in California history continues to grow and threaten thousands of homes despite armies of fire crews and fleets of bulldozers and aircraft. The fourth-largest wildfire in California history continues to grow and threaten thousands of homes despite armies of fire crews and fleets of bulldozers and aircraft.
A U.S. Coast Guard cutter intercepted a self-propelled semi-submersible vessel engaged in smuggling more than 3,800 pounds of cocaine, federal officials said Sunday. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection , on November 13, CBP and Marine Operations arrested the crew during operations in international waters, and all three suspects will face charges in the U.S. "The drug cartels are relentless and extremely innovative," National Air Security Operations Center - Corpus Christi Director Allen Durham said.
A little-known federal budget amendment that protects growers, processors, sellers and the professionals who work with them might expire this year at the behest of the Trump administration. Now known as the Rohrabacher-Blumenauer amendment, the measure prohibits the U.S. Justice Department from enforcing federal law against medical marijuana in places where it's legal, as it's been in Ohio since last year.
No details were provided about how Abi Lizotte died, but a statement was posted on the Hope on Haven Hill website Saturday: "Dear friends, the loss of Abi Lizotte has left us utterly heartbroken. Abi will always be our inspiration and her light will live in the dreams and aspirations of all who pass through our doors.
Calling it the opportunity of his lifetime, President Donald Trump's pick for health secretary pledged Wednesday to help lower drug prices and said he'd carry out the Obama-era health law his boss has been unable to erase. Alex Azar's assurances to the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions committee were met with doubt by lawmakers of both parties, especially Democrats concerned about his ties to the pharmaceutical industry.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said Wednesday that the Justice Department is examining ways to work toward a "rational" marijuana policy, though he did not provide details, including whether the DOJ will crack down on states where the drug has been legalized. "We're looking very hard on that right now.
Illinois could see up to $699 million in new revenue by legalizing cannabis use among adults through a measure that would spur economic development while protecting public safety. Lawmakers heard from advocates today during a combined Senate and House hearing.
Working as an emergency room doctor for more than 18 years, Tommy Ahlquist says he saw first-hand the "devastating effects" of opioid overdoses and deaths. But traveling around the state this year while campaigning for governor , Ahlquist said his conversations with police, first responders and health care professionals were "very eye-opening for me."
A Jersey City drug dealer was sentenced this week to more than 17 years in prison for selling heroin in Hoboken on multiple occasions, Acting U.S. Attorney William E. Fitzpatrick announced. Travis "Mush" Thomas, 27, pleaded guilty in July to an indictment charging him with one count of conspiracy to distribute heroin and seven substantive counts of heroin distribution.
Gymnast Aly Raisman details how a breathless Dr. Larry Nassar would 'close his eyes' during painful 'ungloved' sex assault 'treatments' that took place alone in her hotel rooms from age 15 PICTURED: California gunman who was shot dead after ramming through school gates at end of drive-by rampage that saw him kill four and injure ten - including boy who was hit by bullet through classroom window Rose McGowan turns herself in to police over drug possession charge after 'cocaine was found in her dropped wallet' after a flight Parents are jailed for 130 years each after their nine-month-old twin daughters were left covered in sores and looking 'like skeletons' in the worst case of neglect police had ever seen Cards Against Humanity party game buys a vacant section of the US-Mexico border to prevent Trump from building his wall 'Obviously I've made a few people mad': Roy Moore jokes that he ... (more)
People listen during a Board of Supervisors meeting about the location of recreational cannabis stores at City Hall, Monday, Nov. 13, 2017, in San Francisco. The path toward legalizing recreational cannabis in weed-friendly San... .
Duterte dancing! Trump pulls series of hilarious faces during awkward Asia leaders' group photo as he links arms with Philippines president in traditional handshake ceremony Weeds star Elizabeth Perkins holds sign naming actor James Woods as she joins hundreds of women in stand against sexual abuse at the #MeToo Survivors march in Hollywood Why everything you know about happiness is wrong: An intriguing book says the key is to wallow in your worries and remember no one cares what you think Is the CICO diet the new Keto? Internet goes mad for the latest incarnation of the classic weight loss regime - but experts question whether it is safe or sustainable They'll definitely draw a gasp! The VERY revealing children's sketches that prove little ones notice a LOT more than their parents think Boeing 757's flight controls are HACKED remotely while on the runway without the knowledge of the ... (more)
While many states are legalizing marijuana, cannabis lawyers are quick to advise that federal laws trump state laws when it comes to controlled substances. Federal prosecutors have come and gone, but one thing is certain.
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is facing international criticism for his bloody war on drugs, said his country was willing to host a "world summit" to tackle how nations can protect human rights. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte speaks during the APEC CEO Summit, taking place ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation leaders summit in the central Vietnamese city of Danang November 9, 2017.
Mayor Jim Kenney and Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro discussed Philly and America in the age of Trump - among other things - at Philly Mag's annual ThinkFest on Thursday. In conversation with 6ABC Action News anchor Matt O'Donnell , the duo addressed a range of topics, including President Donald Trump , guns, opioid issues, safe injection sites, medical marijuana, Amazon, Philly sports teams and more.
The Department of Justice has been urged to file criminal charges in court against former Bureau of Customs Commissioner Nicanor Faeldon and other respondents over the P6.4 billion shipment of illegal drugs discovered in May. In a reply to the counter-affidavits filed by the respondents, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency , represented by agent Norman Balquiedra, said charges should be filed in court for violating Republic Act 9165, the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. "It cannot be gainsaid that Republic Act No.
In this Oct. 26, 2017, photo, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie walks on the stage during after President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump spoke on combatting drug demand and the opioid crisis in the East Room of the White House in Washington. President Donald Trump's commission on the opioid crisis called Nov. 1, 2017, for more drug courts, more training for doctors and penalties for insurers that dodge covering addiction treatment.
In this August 1971 file photo, U.S. troops addicted to heroin sit together at an Army amnesty center in Long Binh, Vietnam. In the 1960s and 1970s, heroin use surged, prompted in part by Vietnam War soldiers who were exposed to it while fighting overseas.
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