The Debate on the Drinking Age

The Debate On The Drinking Age – Some, including the police chief of Boulder, Colo., advocate lowering the drinking age as a way to combat binge drinking deaths. But Mothers Against Drunk Dr…

Marijuana enforcement numbers sky-high

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The idea was to move the first-offense possession prosecution from district court, which triggered a federal law that could affect student loan eligibility, to city court, where the process was much like getting a ticket. The flip side of that is that …
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5 Biggest Health Dangers Facing College Freshmen

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However, alcohol-related death rates are lower than what most people believe. In fact, college students are much less likely to die than people of the same age who are not seeking higher education. “While they're still … Half of all accidental …
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Early Talkers More Likely to Grow into Teen Drinkers

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"Everybody increases their risk [of addiction] if they drink at a young age," said Tammy Granger, the corporate director of Caron Treatment Centers' Student Assistance Program, which provides alcohol prevention and intervention services. Granger said …
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Three Republicans running in state House primary to replace Mike Fasano

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Mathieu supports a cap on Citizens' insurance rates and increased competition from private insurers to lower rates. He said Internet sales should be taxed to … All three candidates back the state's Stand Your Ground self-defense law. They also …
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