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A new day dawns in Oregon, but it's a return to the drug policies that have failed for the past century. (Creative Commons)

OR Law Recriminalizing Drug Possession Now in Effect [FEATURE]

The country's first experiment with state-level decriminalization of drug possession is over, but what will change -- other than more drug arrests?
The Intuit Dome Arena under construction last year. A California bill would let its billionaire owner sell booze later than anyone else in the state. (Creative Commons)

CA Bill Would Allow Arena VIP Lounge to Sell Booze Until 4:00am, More... (8/26/24)

A California appeals court has ruled that marijuana crumbs on the floorboard of a car can be probable cause for a vehicle search, Maine moves forward on clearing the criminal records of marijuana offenders, and more.