Spokane committee hears experts urging ordinance to ban sale and distribution of kratom Council members heard a Dec. 1 presentation urging a ban on kratom sales and distribution; experts cited concerns about adulteration, youth access and opioid-like compounds, while some council members requested more scientific evidence and raised harm-reduction questions.

Spokane officials are debating a controversial ordinance that could ban the sale of kratom, citing serious public health concerns and youth access issues.

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Spokane City Council approves budget amendments for opioid crisis and clean energy grants Council passes ordinances supporting opioid funding and clean energy community grant initiatives.

Spokane City Council is taking bold steps to combat the opioid crisis while fostering community engagement through new festival street initiatives!

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County health officials respond to fentanyl crisis with outreach strategies and treatment plans Health officials discuss interventions and support for opioid use amid rising fentanyl concerns.

Spokane is on the front lines of the fentanyl crisis, with city officials rallying to implement urgent interventions and support systems for affected families.

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Spokane Police Department implements treatment-first strategy to combat drug crisis Spokane Police partners with community to prioritize treatment over arrest for drug crises.

Spokane is launching a groundbreaking treatment-first strategy to tackle the intertwined crises of substance use and homelessness, prioritizing recovery over incarceration.

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Spokane council discusses response to downtown fentanyl crisis and medical transport needs Council members acknowledge fentanyl issues while supporting medical transport services for all residents.

Spokane's City Council is taking urgent steps to tackle the fentanyl crisis and improve medical transport services for all residents.

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Spokane health officials discuss naloxone distribution and harm reduction strategies Council members explore naloxone access and street medicine team's role in Spokane.

Spokane's Public Safety & Health Committee is tackling urgent harm reduction strategies and the distribution of vital medical supplies—discover how they're working to enhance access to treatment for those in need.

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