During a major sweep of Rikers Island, officials found both weed and coke stashed in the backpacks of two of the prison’s guards. Maybe “Orange Is The New Black” sparked the thought of a sweep, but no one was safe from the city Department of Investigation’s sweep of Rikers, as they looked for drugs, weapons and contraband. More details after the jump!
Bosnian Police Step Up Against Organized Crime
Authorities in Bosnia stepped up Wednesday as they plan to put a stop the ongoing organize crime in Bosnia. They launched a major operation against several organized crime groups suspected to be involved in at least six murders, major robberies, illegal money transfers, and drug trafficking. Click below to read more. Jason J.
University Of Colorado, Boulder Issues Crackdown On 4/20 Campus Weed Party!
The University of Colorado in Boulder is famous for its annual “4/20 smoke-out” however, the school has issued a warning this week that students who participate in the event will face serious consequences. Full story after the jump! Wendy L.
Pot Growers Struggling After Federal Crackdown
An intensifying federal crackdown on growers and sellers of state-authorized medical marijuana has badly shaken the billion-dollar industry, which has sprung up in California since voters approved medical use of the drug in 1996, and has highlighted the stark contradiction between federal and state policies. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. @WiLMajor
