substance abuse

It’s been two months since the possession of small amounts of drugs became a crime in Oregon once again. In Lane County, law enforcement officials said around 130 people are now being charged each month.

Counties will approach enforcement differently, providing yet another large-scale experiment in drug policy.

Lane County now says its new drug deflection program won’t be ready by Oct. 1, as previously planned.

Low-level drug possession is once again a jailable offense in Oregon. The change went into effect on September 1, after a three-year experiment with decriminalization.

Oregon lawmakers have rejected a proposal that would have let parents force their children into treatment for drug abuse.

The state of Oregon is launching a public health campaign that warns against the dangers of excessive alcohol use.

Oregon is one of the least prepared among states to serve residents who need and request treatment for substance abuse and addiction. Recently, the…

Last year, Oregon Governor Kate Brown declared substance abuse addiction a public health crisis. Since then, Portland, Medford, Jackson County, and…

A new clinic offering a one-stop shop to treat substance abuse, mental health and primary care held a grand opening in downtown Eugene Thursday.Willamette…