Seattle attempt to keep addicts out of jail shines in study
Most had just been arrested; others were suspected of recent drug or prostitution activity. Instead of being booked, they were referred to a case manager. Many were provided motel rooms, groceries, clothing, drug treatment and job training. Some were … Read more on KVOA Tucson News

Patriots RB Blount suspended for 2015 opener
Under NFL policy, Gregory will enter the league in Stage 1 of the substance abuse program for a minimum of 90 days because he failed the drug test at the combine. Another failed test while in Stage 1 would cost Gregory three game checks and move him … Read more on ESPN

McCoy: Eagles' Kelly doesn't like, respect 'stars'
At what point will a team determine that prodigious talent trumps the risk of selecting a player who failed a drug test at the scouting combine and has admitted habitually smoking marijuana? From a football … Gregory instead enrolled at Arizona … Read more on ESPN

DEA topples Spice manufacturer in Casa Grande
Turner and two other individuals face charges including drug possession, manufacture and transportation for sale. After seizing the synthetic marijuana, DEA agents and police dismantled a large manufacturing facility in Phoenix where they found … Read more on Arizona Daily Sun