A bill that would criminalize the possession and distribution of kratom, passed the Senate and now heads to a House committee ...

At low dosages, kratom typically acts as a stimulant; at higher ones, it can have opioid-like effects. Supporters of the ban ...

Senate Bill 154 (SB 154) would criminalize the possession and distribution of kratom in Louisiana. The bill would also ...

Kratom starts as a leaf, but can be ground up and consumed in a lot of different ways, and has been for hundreds of years.

Many law enforcement officials are calling for kratom to be banned because they said people can easily become addicted to it.

State Sen. Jay Morris, R-West Monroe, wants kratom banned outright. He said he believes the products are too dangerous to be allowed, and he has won support from many law enforcement officials. His ...

Louisiana lawmakers are currently grappling with what to do about kratom, an unregulated herbal substance that causes stimulating or sedating effects and can be purchased over the counter at gas ...

While Louisiana state legislators are preparing to discuss banning or regulating kratom, the parish is hoping to take the ...

Louisiana lawmakers want a controversial herbal substance that mimics the effects of illegal drugs banned entirely. Kratom ...

Former law enforcement officials and community leaders emphasize the importance of a united approach to combat crime.