By Will Godfrey

Colorado to vote on recreational pot legalization, Wyoming's welfare drug test plans gain momentum, and photo booth shows potential drunk drivers themselves—behind bars. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Debate rages on delisting OxyContin in Canada, feds end medical marijuana truce in California, and Lil Wayne "did not" pass out drunk before Bahamas concert. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Addiction to cutting spreads to urban girls, weight-loss drug Qnexa recommended by federal panel, and Lindsay Lohan is in the "homestretch" of probation, says judge. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Bob Ryan tells The Fix why he lost his recall election last night—and why it felt good to throw reporters out of his post-election party. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Mexican riot that killed 44 was cover for Zetas Cartel jailbreak, smoking bans outside bars can curb "social smoking," and Asian kids seem at higher risk of gambling addiction. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Bob Ryan's run as the publicly-relapsing alcoholic mayor of Sheboygan, Wisconsin has ended with defeat in a recall election. Just over 200 days sober, he tells us why his recovery is different this time. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Out-of-staters find comfort in Oregon medical marijuana cards, how networking fuels the painkiller boom, and another offensive vodka ad from Wodka. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Young Wall Street bankers face growing alcoholism and eating disorders; why prescription drugs are booming among teens; and police subpoena Whitney Houston's medical records. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

A faulty battery leaves a Florida man with severe facial injuries. MORE  

By Will Godfrey

Whitney Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina is rushed to hospital, marijuana decrim question must appear on Detroit ballot, and Peru captures wounded Shining Path "narco-terrorist." MORE