The New York Times published no fewer than three articles about the state's drug decriminalization in a single week. "Oregon's experiment to curb overdoses by decriminalizing small amounts of ...

As states struggle with a raging opioid epidemic, many health advocates say Oregon's experience was complicated by several factors − and shouldn't discourage other decriminalization efforts ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon’s first-in-the-nation experiment with drug decriminalization is coming to an end Sunday, when possessing small amounts of hard drugs will once again become a crime.

In their defense, proponents of Measure 110 — support for which has plummeted — argue that decriminalization is still in its early days and funds for harm reduction, housing and other services ...

The ballot initiative, which would decriminalize marijuana possession of four ounces or less in Bastrop city limits, is similar to decriminalization propositions elsewhere throughout the state.

British Columbia’s drug decriminalization policies were among the world’s most progressive, but barely halfway through its three-year pilot, the Canadian province is pulling the plug.

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon’s first-in-the-nation experiment with drug decriminalization came to an end Sunday, and possessing small amounts of hard drugs is once again a crime. The ...