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A heartbreaking tribute at the Selma City Council brought the community together as Jeremiah Padilla's family shared their tragic story of loss and the urgent call to combat youth addiction.

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Selma parents honor son Jeremiah Padilla's memory and advocate against drug addiction
Jeremiah Padilla's family shares his story to raise awareness about youth addiction struggles.
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March 22, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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A groundbreaking peer-led program is empowering high school students to tackle vaping and addiction head-on, offering a safe space for support and recovery.

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School implements peer support program to combat vaping and drug use
Counseling program encourages students to share struggles and seek help for addiction.
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April 24, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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In Texas, shocking testimonies reveal how minors are using emojis on social media to easily buy drugs, including deadly fentanyl-laced substances.

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Social media enables minors to buy drugs with emojis amid fentanyl crisis testimonies
Social media enables minors to easily purchase drugs, raising concerns over fentanyl overdoses.
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January 13, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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Redding's youth are facing a tobacco epidemic, with usage rates skyrocketing to over double the state average, prompting urgent calls for stricter regulations.

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Redding City Council considers tobacco retail license to combat youth addiction
City leaders explore regulations to limit youth access to tobacco products in Redding.
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June 21, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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A passionate call for inclusivity and a groundbreaking recovery school to combat youth addiction sparked intense discussions at the Virginia Beach school board meeting.

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Virginia Beach police veteran advocates for recovery school to combat youth addiction crisis
Experts urge support for children’s identities and recovery school program to combat addiction.
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January 17, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Our @pannierb.bsky.social discusses how Central Asia's drug crisis worsens with synthetic narcotics and youth addiction timesca.com/central-asia... #CentralAsia #DrugCrisis #SyntheticNarcotics #YouthAddiction #CounterNarcotics
Central Asia’s Growing Domestic Drug Problem - The Times Of Central Asia
February 1 – Uzbekistan’s law enforcement agencies report raiding a laboratory producing synthetic drugs, and seizing narcotics worth more than $800,000.
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February 18, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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A groundbreaking bill could transform youth addiction treatment in Maryland by establishing a $1.5 million fund for detox services aimed at uninsured and underinsured young people.

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Delegate proposes statewide detox fund for uninsured youth amid fentanyl crisis
Delegate advocates for HB 396 to fund detox services for uninsured youth across Maryland.
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February 7, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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TN youth commits suicide after losing mother's treatment fund in online game yespunjab.com?p=74553

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TN youth commits suicide after losing mother's treatment fund in online game - Yes Punjab News
A 26-year-old youth in Chennai tragically ended his life after spending his mother's cancer treatment fund on online rummy. Investigation underway by Kottupuram police.
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December 21, 2024 at 12:42 PM
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Oregon's new Senate Bill 702 is shaking up the tobacco industry by banning online sales and aiming to protect youth from nicotine addiction—could this be the future of tobacco regulation across the U.S.?

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Oregon legislators pass SB 702 restricting tobacco and inhalant product sales
SB 702 prohibits remote tobacco sales, emphasizes face-to-face transactions by retailers.
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April 15, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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Experts warn that adolescent brains are particularly vulnerable to addiction, with alarming implications for early exposure to substances and technology.

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Experts warn adolescent brains are vulnerable to addiction from early exposure to substances
Adolescent brains are primed for addiction, increasing risks with early exposure to substances.
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January 13, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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Nebraska lawmakers are at a pivotal crossroads as they weigh the benefits of legalizing mobile sports betting against alarming concerns over youth addiction and financial distress.

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Nebraska lawmakers debate risks of online sports betting and youth addiction
Senators discuss concerns over youth gambling addiction and the impact of legalization.
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April 15, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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A mother’s heartbreaking testimony about her son's addiction to high potency THC has sparked urgent calls for legislative action to protect Georgia's youth.

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Mother advocates for restrictions on high potency THC amid son's recovery journey
A mother urges lawmakers to pass restrictions on high potency THC to protect youth.
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March 3, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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A powerful push for youth addiction prevention is gaining momentum in Minnesota, sparked by the inspiring words of ROTC student Dexter at a recent legislative meeting.

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Advocate praises Dexter's role in supporting youth addiction prevention bill
Speaker commends ROTC student Dexter for highlighting addiction impacts on communities and youth.
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March 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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A Senate hearing revealed the heartbreaking truth behind counterfeit pills, where a tragic loss of young lives is fueled by a drug crisis costing just 10 cents to produce.

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DEA Los Angeles chief highlights synthetic drug crisis impact on American youth
DEA's Los Angeles chief emphasizes the tragic loss of youth lives to counterfeit pills.
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June 30, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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North Dakota lawmakers are igniting a heated debate with House Bill 1003, aiming to clamp down on vaping regulations amid rising youth nicotine addiction concerns.

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North Dakota Assembly enacts checks on electronic smoking device retailers
Legislature implements oversight on retailers selling electronic smoking devices with nicotine.
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February 19, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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The Newton City Council is debating whether to raise the minimum age for tobacco purchases to 26, igniting a fierce battle between public health advocates and personal freedom supporters.

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Newton City Council considers raising tobacco purchase age to 26 to curb youth addiction
Council supports gradual tobacco age increase to combat youth addiction and public health issues.
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January 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Oregon is stepping up to protect its youth from tobacco addiction with a bold new bill that targets harmful marketing tactics and flavored products.

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Senate Bill 1198 aims to curb youth tobacco addiction in Oregon
Jessica Adamson supports Senate Bill 1198 to prevent youth tobacco and nicotine addiction.
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June 9, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Clay County students are rallying to uphold the ban on flavored tobacco sales as alarming vaping rates among their peers soar.

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Clay County students urge commissioners to uphold flavored tobacco sales ban
Community members advocate for maintaining flavored tobacco ordinance amid rising youth vaping rates.
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March 19, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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Nebraska lawmakers are torn between the economic allure of expanded gambling and the urgent need to protect young adults from the perils of addiction and financial ruin.

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Senator Kaut highlights risks of expanded gambling in Nebraska during legislative debate
Senator Kaut warns of financial risks and addiction linked to expanded gambling in Nebraska.
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April 15, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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The Wisconsin Rapids School Board is taking a stand against the alarming vaping crisis at Lincoln High School, where nearly 20% of students are daily users—find out how they're tackling this growing issue!

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Lincoln High School addresses vaping issue with strict search protocols
Administrators implement targeted searches and maintain vape detectors to combat rising vaping rates
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April 29, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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Senator McKinney raises alarms over the dangers of online sports betting, warning that its allure could lead young men down a path of addiction and financial ruin.

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Senator McKinney highlights risks of online sports betting in Nebraska
Senator McKinney warns about gambling addiction risks among young men in Nebraska.
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April 15, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Oregon is taking a bold step to protect its youth by proposing Senate Bill 702, which aims to restrict flavored tobacco sales to state-run liquor stores.

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Oregon legislators propose Senate Bill 702 to limit flavored tobacco sales at liquor stores
Senate Bill 702 aims to restrict flavored tobacco sales to Oregon's OLCC liquor stores.
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April 9, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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Massachusetts is taking a bold step to protect its youth by proposing a significant tax hike on cigarettes to combat nicotine addiction.

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Massachusetts legislators propose tax increase on cigarettes to combat youth nicotine addiction
Bill aims to raise cigarette taxes to reduce youth nicotine addiction in Massachusetts.
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September 24, 2025 at 6:03 AM
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MNS School Board members are tackling the urgent issues of addiction and transportation barriers that middle school students face as they transition to high school.

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Muskegon Lakes Educators Highlight High Expectations at ASSAW Conference
Muskegon Lakes team shares success in fostering high expectations for student achievement.
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July 19, 2025 at 2:29 PM