Kratom is a natural plant. Some companies sell synthetic high-potency products under the label of kratom, but the federal government is cracking down on deceptive practices.

A new ban on THC vapes in Texas means some stores that specialize in the products could lose more than 30% of their business.

James’ enthusiastic support of Mamdani is in stark contrast to Gov. Kathy Hochul, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and other Democrats who haven’t endorsed ...