Police snare live abalone, a turtle and meth during Sonoma County traffic stopRoutine traffic stop reveals illegal drugs and significant wildlife violations.
An unconventional treatment for meth addicts gift card payments takes off in the Bay AreaRewarding methamphetamine users with gift cards for drug test success shows promise in supporting recovery, contrasting traditional treatment methods.
In exchange for a free vacation, she agreed to fly with 44 pounds of meth, prosecutors sayA 25-year-old Australian woman faced charges for attempting to smuggle 44 pounds of meth from LA to Brisbane.
Petaluma police arrest two on drug chargesTwo individuals were arrested for drug-related offenses in Petaluma parking lot.
In exchange for a free vacation, she agreed to fly with 44 pounds of meth, prosecutors sayA 25-year-old Australian woman faced charges for attempting to smuggle 44 pounds of meth from LA to Brisbane.
Petaluma police arrest two on drug chargesTwo individuals were arrested for drug-related offenses in Petaluma parking lot.
Tip-off led to Australian woman's 44-pound SFO meth bust, DA saysA 25-year-old Australian woman faces felony drug trafficking charges after 44 pounds of meth were found in her luggage at an airport.
San Gabriel Valley man tried to ship a literal ton of meth to Australia, feds sayA man in San Gabriel Valley was arrested for attempting to ship over a metric ton of meth to Australia, and faces federal charges.
Customs officers find $5M worth of meth disguised as watermelons at Mexico borderCBP uncovered $5 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of watermelons during an inspection in Southern California.
Tower PC used to import drugs to AustraliaA suspect was arrested for importing 100 kg of meth hidden in tower PC cases, showcasing unique drug smuggling methods.
Fake watermelons hide thousands of pounds of meth at California border, feds sayAuthorities intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as watermelons at the U.S.-Mexico border, showcasing sophisticated smuggling methods.The operation highlights ongoing challenges for border officials in combating drug trafficking.
25-Year-old Australian Woman Arrested at SFO With Alleged 21 Kilos of MethA woman was arrested for attempting to transport 21 kilos of methamphetamine to Australia after being promised a paid vacation and cash.
Tip-off led to Australian woman's 44-pound SFO meth bust, DA saysA 25-year-old Australian woman faces felony drug trafficking charges after 44 pounds of meth were found in her luggage at an airport.
San Gabriel Valley man tried to ship a literal ton of meth to Australia, feds sayA man in San Gabriel Valley was arrested for attempting to ship over a metric ton of meth to Australia, and faces federal charges.
Customs officers find $5M worth of meth disguised as watermelons at Mexico borderCBP uncovered $5 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of watermelons during an inspection in Southern California.
Tower PC used to import drugs to AustraliaA suspect was arrested for importing 100 kg of meth hidden in tower PC cases, showcasing unique drug smuggling methods.
Fake watermelons hide thousands of pounds of meth at California border, feds sayAuthorities intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as watermelons at the U.S.-Mexico border, showcasing sophisticated smuggling methods.The operation highlights ongoing challenges for border officials in combating drug trafficking.
25-Year-old Australian Woman Arrested at SFO With Alleged 21 Kilos of MethA woman was arrested for attempting to transport 21 kilos of methamphetamine to Australia after being promised a paid vacation and cash.
Manhattan meth bust leads to 2 arrests, $600K in drugs seizedA significant meth bust resulted in the seizure of 110 pounds valued at $600,000, emphasizing the ongoing drug crisis in the region.
Police in Seaside seize 5.8 pounds of meth, 14,000 pills, $15,000 in cashA major drug bust led to the seizure of large quantities of meth and suspected fentanyl, with a high estimated street value.
DEA makes 2.7-lb meth bust in PleasantonTwo men charged in connection with a significant drug bust at BART involving 2.7 pounds of methamphetamine and a large sum of cash.
Manhattan meth bust leads to 2 arrests, $600K in drugs seizedA significant meth bust resulted in the seizure of 110 pounds valued at $600,000, emphasizing the ongoing drug crisis in the region.
Police in Seaside seize 5.8 pounds of meth, 14,000 pills, $15,000 in cashA major drug bust led to the seizure of large quantities of meth and suspected fentanyl, with a high estimated street value.
DEA makes 2.7-lb meth bust in PleasantonTwo men charged in connection with a significant drug bust at BART involving 2.7 pounds of methamphetamine and a large sum of cash.
Kristi Noem, a homeland security chief hopeful, banned in parts of her stateGov. Kristi L. Noem's actions linking a meth dealer to Mexican cartels on tribal lands have sparked controversy and concern over her approach to tribal relations.
Seedy discovery at U.S.-Mexico border: $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelonsA large methamphetamine smuggling attempt used fake watermelons, revealing advanced tactics by drug cartels.U.S. Customs and Border Protection successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as produce.
Happy Holidays? Woman Busted Carrying Millions in Meth She Tried to Disguise as Christmas Gifts at AirportA Canadian woman attempted to smuggle $2 million worth of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas gifts at Auckland Airport.
Seedy discovery at U.S.-Mexico border: $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelonsA large methamphetamine smuggling attempt used fake watermelons, revealing advanced tactics by drug cartels.U.S. Customs and Border Protection successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as produce.
Happy Holidays? Woman Busted Carrying Millions in Meth She Tried to Disguise as Christmas Gifts at AirportA Canadian woman attempted to smuggle $2 million worth of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas gifts at Auckland Airport.
Majority of border methamphetamine seizures occur in California, while fentanyl moves eastNearly half of all illegal drugs seized by U.S. authorities at the California-Mexico border were detected in fiscal 2024.
HIV Diagnosis Linked to Higher Risk of Meth Use in Gay and Bisexual Men - News CenterThe study found that individuals assigned male at birth from sexual minorities are twice as likely to use meth after an HIV diagnosis.
It gets hold of you': Crystal meth from Myanmar floods Australia streetsCrystalline methamphetamine, commonly known as ice, is increasingly prevalent in Australia, with 70% sourced from northeastern Myanmar.
SFDPH Is Handing Out Anti-Psychotic Drugs to Meth Users to Keep Them Out of the Emergency RoomSF General Hospital is using Olanzapine, an anti-psychotic, to reduce ER visits among meth users, showing a 32% decrease in visits.
New Zealand Charity Accidentally Gives Away Meth Disguised as CandyA charity mistakenly distributed methamphetamine disguised as candy, leading to health risks for the community.
Santa Clara County homeless deaths dip slightly - San Jose SpotlightHomeless deaths in Santa Clara County have decreased this year despite an ongoing opioid crisis, with notable reductions in fentanyl and methamphetamine-related deaths.
It gets hold of you': Crystal meth from Myanmar floods Australia streetsCrystalline methamphetamine, commonly known as ice, is increasingly prevalent in Australia, with 70% sourced from northeastern Myanmar.
SFDPH Is Handing Out Anti-Psychotic Drugs to Meth Users to Keep Them Out of the Emergency RoomSF General Hospital is using Olanzapine, an anti-psychotic, to reduce ER visits among meth users, showing a 32% decrease in visits.
New Zealand Charity Accidentally Gives Away Meth Disguised as CandyA charity mistakenly distributed methamphetamine disguised as candy, leading to health risks for the community.
Santa Clara County homeless deaths dip slightly - San Jose SpotlightHomeless deaths in Santa Clara County have decreased this year despite an ongoing opioid crisis, with notable reductions in fentanyl and methamphetamine-related deaths.
Meth (and melon) found in fruit vendor's vehicle, police sayA Hermosa Beach street vendor was arrested for possessing methamphetamine and falsifying vehicle registration during a police patrol.
U.S. drug deaths declined slightly in 2023 but remained at crisis levelsThe influx of fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills remains a pressing issue, but methamphetamine and cocaine are the main culprits causing more deaths in the U.S.