MN cracks down on kratom: Should lawmakers ban it?
Minnesota Governor Walz signed a bill that raises the age limit for purchasing and possessing kratom. Kratom is a plant from Southeast Asia that has been promoted as a natural treatment for anxiety and drug dependence. Dr. Alta DeRoo, medical director at Hazelden Betty Ford, explains what kratom does, the opioid-like effects of high doses, and why she believes the new law lacks teeth. She also shares what parents should look out for if they suspect their child is using the product.
Top Videos

MN cracks down on kratom: Should lawmakers ban it?

Juneteenth celebrations this weekend

Peggy Flanagan, Angie Craig hold debate

Hail in the Twin Cities metro on June 19, 2026

Minneapolis becomes World Cup hotspot

Walking 1,776 miles for youth mental health

Search for Burnsville vulnerable adult continues

Spirits high in Minneapolis after Team USA win

World Cup 2026: Minnesota fans react to first USA goal in US-Australia match

Neighbors react after St. Peter shelter-in-place, police incident

New amphitheater opens in Shakopee

Bemidji's Paul Bunyan statue turns 90, legacy examined

Enough Said: Being a Minnesota sports fan

Minnehaha off-leash dog park will close to preserve sacred Dakota site

Big Honking Truck Parade 2026 in Minneapolis

Juneteenth in Minnesota 2026

New charges revive scrutiny of Children’s Theatre abuse history

Flanagan calls to remember MN history during Juneteenth

Art teacher and mom crowned Miss Minnesota USA

Sen. Smith on making Juneteenth federal holiday

'Kumbayah: The Juneteenth Story' marks 30 years

Minnesota startup takes on fruit flies without chemicals

Walz receives medal of honor at Rondo Juneteenth event

Klobuchar at Juneteenth event in Rondo neighborhood

New cancer treatment technology to fight tumors in the liver
