Drugs
After Losing Custody of Her Son, Medical Marijuana Advocate Could Lose Her Freedom
Shona Banda faces decades in prison because her son questioned anti-pot propaganda.
Claiming to Smell Pot, Airport Cops Steal $11,000 From College Student
Charles Clarke says he is a smoker, not a dealer, but it may not matter.
South Dakota Indian Reservation Becomes First to Approve Pot Sales
The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe plans to offer marijuana as early as this fall.
Flakka 'Turns People Into Zombies,' Just Like Krokodil and Jenkem
Flakka-fortified humans reportedly are stronger than Vulcans.
How Non-Citizens Are Imprisoned and Exiled for Minor Drug Crimes
The immigration system treats drug offenders with senseless severity.
Colorado Supreme Court Says Businesses May Fire Cannabis Consumers
The justices rule that a state law protecting "lawful activities" does not cover marijuana use.
The Disposable Life of a 20-Year-Old Confidential Informant
Andrew Sadek was bullied into becoming an informant by an unaccountable drug task force. When he turned up dead, police washed their hands of him.
Marijuana Federalism Beats Prohibitionist Meddling
Presidential candidates prefer Carly Fiorina's stance on legalization to Chris Christie's.
On Marijuana Legalization, Most Presidential Candidates Agree With Fiorina, Not Christie
Cannabis federalism is popular among Republicans and Democrats.
Carly Fiorina Cries Federalism on Marijuana
Without a clear, crowd-pleasing conservative position on issues like marijuana and same-sex marriage, the safe spot for GOP politicians is in invoking federalism.
Unchanged Rider Language Suggests Anti-Pot Congressmen Are Resigned to Legalization in D.C.
Proposed restriction aims to block commercialization but leaves possession, sharing, and home cultivation untouched.
Kansas Medical Marijuana Patient Faces Years in Prison
After losing custody of her son, Shona Banda may now lose her freedom.
Medical Marijuana Growers in Washington Face Prison
Three of the Kettle Falls Five are scheduled to be sentenced this week.
5 Drug PSAs That Tried to Scare the Sh*t out of Us (But Didn't)
Preachy, hyperbolic, often incorrect
5 Drug PSAs That Tried to Scare the Sh*t out of Us (But Didn't)
Preachy, hyperbolic, often incorrect
House Tells the Feds to Respect Medical Marijuana Laws (Again)
Congressional support for marijuana federalism seems to be rising.
Libertarian Party Rejects ResponsibleOhio's Marijuana Legalization Plan
Cronyist was the word the plan's backers were looking for, not responsible.
The DEA Bypasses Federal Oversight to Better Snoop on Us All
Agents turn to local judges and prosecutors to get permission more quickly.
Vince Vaughn Celebrates Snowden, Denounces Drug War, and Defends Guns in Schools!
True Detective star calls Edward Snowden "a hero," the drug war "fucking ridiculous," and denounces gun free school zones.
Armed Robbers With Badges: 'They Took Everything'
In response to mounting reports of abuses, Michigan legislators consider forfeiture reform.
Ross Ulbricht's Lawyer Josh Dratel Talks After His Client Gets Unjust Life Sentence
Hints at appeals strategy and that untried murder for hire accusations shaped the absurdly excessive life sentence.
Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht Gets Life in Prison
Reporting from outside the courthouse, Kurt Loder caught up with Ross' mother, Lyn, and filmmaker Alex Winter.
Judge in Ulbricht/Silk Road Case Did Not Believe that the Site Could Reduce Drug Use Harm
Even Though There is No Reason Not to Believe It.
State Legislators Reconsider Forfeiture Laws That Turn Cops Into Robbers
As reports of abuse mount, Michigan may join New Mexico and Montana in limiting legalized larceny.
Ross Ulbricht Gets Life Sentence for Silk Road Conviction
The sentence is a miscarriage of justice, and will likely harm drug users down the road.
Is On the Run Flawed Sociology or Interesting Impressionistic Journalism?
There may be a touch of Hunter S. Thompson in Alice Goffman's tale of inner-city life
Will Washington's Liquor and Cannabis Board Be More Efficient Under Its New Name?
The historically slow LCB is now charged with licensing medical as well as recreational suppliers.
How to Tell When the Latest Drug Scare Story Is Just the Usual BS
Five hallmarks of anti-drug hysteria
Maryland to Allow Some Leeway in Mandatory Minimum Sentencing
Court will be able to depart from guidelines on some drug cases.
The Border Patrol's Unconstitutional Drug Dragnet
How immigration checkpoint stops lead to illegal detention and searches
Maryland Governor Vetoes Asset Forfeiture Reform, Marijuana Decriminalization Bills
Spurious drug war reasoning invoked
Missouri's Governor Commutes a Marijuana Offender's Life Sentence
After 21 years in prison, Jeff Mizanskey is eligible for parole.
A Young Woman's Shocking Encounter With Drug Warriors Disguised As Immigration Agents
How the Supreme Court allows drug dragnets while calling them unconstitutional
More Reasons to Be Nervous About Amtrak: Illegitimate Federal Agent Hassles
The train service sells out its customers to the DEA.
Glenn Beck Calls for the Repeal of Federal Drug Prohibition
"I'm moving deeper into the libertarian realm," says the talk show host.
Washington Driver Gets Six Months for 'Marijuana-Related' Crash That May Have Had Nothing to Do With Marijuana
The state's new standard for stoned driving can make innocent people guilty.
Texas House Approves Cannabis Oil Bill That Seems Unworkable
The bill, which could be signed by the governor soon, requires "prescriptions" instead of "recommendations."
Marijuana Prohibition Is a Moral Scandal Built on a Mountain of Lies
Why the war on weed is unscientific, unconstitutional, and unjust
Tased Motorist to CBP Agent: 'What the Fuck Is Wrong With You?'
Would-be CBP agent gets the full CBP treatment at an internal checkpoint.
Marijuana Prohibition Is Unscientific, Unconstitutional, and Unjust
The war on weed is a legal and moral outrage built on a mountain of lies.
Cops Forget Not Guilty Doesn't Mean Innocent, When It's One of Their Own
Cops accused of wide array of misconduct found not guilty, jurors said evidence was lacking
Israel's Police Chief Suggests Marijuana Should Be Decriminalized
Politicians on the left and right say recreational use should be legal.
Music Videos, Drugs, Whatever: The DEA Will Take That $18,000, Young Man
Civil forfeiture tactics are increasingly making the news.
Why Is That Cop's Finger in Your Butt?
The war on drugs now features roadside sexual assaults.
