#fentanyl-crisis

#fentanyl-crisis

San Francisco's fentanyl crisis continues to escalate despite sanctuary city policies, leading to numerous drug-related deaths and federal interventions.

Daniel Lurie aims to declare a state of emergency on fentanyl as San Francisco's mayor-elect, focusing on combating drug markets while showing compassion.

Mayor Lurie is addressing San Francisco's fentanyl crisis through a proposed ordinance supported by local organizations and individuals affected by addiction.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has gained the authority to expedite measures addressing homelessness and the fentanyl crisis, beginning with a behavioral health center.

San Francisco's fentanyl crisis is prompting city leaders to adopt deportation as a controversial measure to combat open-air drug markets.

Executive order designates international cartels as terrorist organizations to combat the fentanyl crisis.

Street fentanyl claims misrepresented as justification for tariffs on Canada, China, and Mexico.

Oregon's experiment with drug decriminalization ended due to rising overdose rates, reverting to misdemeanor charges for small amounts of drugs.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro suggests that legalizing cocaine could reduce drug trafficking and likens it to wine in a recent government meeting.

Overdose deaths are increasing in Western states despite a national decline, partly due to fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Mayor Lurie's recent actions aim to consolidate power over police oversight, effectively influencing the future of police leadership amidst political maneuvering.

Mayor Lurie's fentanyl crisis proposals are set to pass with potential supermajority support, marking a shift towards collaborative governance.

Trump's announcement reiterates his perspective on immigration as a national security threat, despite recent trends showing a decline in border crossings.

Trump's announcement emphasized border security, claiming Mexico and Canada contribute to illegal immigration and crime while proposing tariffs on goods from these countries.

Trump's administration continues to frame immigration as a national security threat, leveraging voter concerns about crime and drug issues.

Toronto police seized a record amount of cocaine as U.S. and Canada face growing tensions over drug trafficking and border security.

Older Black men in America face disproportionately high rates of drug overdoses due to the ongoing fentanyl crisis.

Breanna Garcia faces charges for distributing fentanyl that caused two deaths, reflecting the ongoing fentanyl crisis in the U.S.

Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a record decline of about 10% from April 2023 to April 2024, driven by intervention efforts.

San Francisco is experiencing a decline in fatal overdoses, attributed to public health measures and increased access to Narcan.

Opioid overdose deaths in the U.S. have slightly declined but remain high, primarily attributed to fentanyl. The trend may not signify a permanent turn, but there are hopeful signs.

Fentanyl-related overdoses are rising significantly among construction workers, prompting new safety measures and support initiatives like recovery meetings and Narcan distribution.

The struggles of treatment failure and the consequences of inadequate care in addiction recovery facilities highlight urgent systemic issues.

Trump's selection of Sheriff Chronister highlights a preference for local law enforcement experience over international investigative skills for the D.E.A. leadership.

Mexico has intensified its fight against fentanyl in response to Donald Trump's rhetoric, leading to historic drug seizures and escalating violence.

Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China may signal a serious commitment to combating the US opioid crisis.

Increased collaboration and actions are needed alongside tariff proposals to effectively tackle the opioid epidemic.

There is a notable decline in drug overdose deaths across the U.S., generating hope among advocates and communities battling addiction.

Cecilia Gentili's death from fentanyl-laced heroin has led to guilty pleas from her drug suppliers.

Drug overdose deaths have decreased overall, but adolescent overdose rates are climbing, necessitating effective education and prevention tactics.

Imposing punitive anti-drug laws does not prevent overdose deaths, but rather exacerbates the public health crisis by criminalizing individuals with substance abuse disorders.

Non-marquee speakers at the Republican National Convention highlight impactful stories and criticisms of Democratic policies.

Proposition 36 seeks to modify criminal justice reforms from Proposition 47, with a focus on retail theft and fentanyl-related issues.