He says he was 18 years old when he first joined a gang in Ecuador a decade ago. Now a senior commander with a wife and kids, the man almost casually acknowledges he’s contributing to the deadly drug ...

Some people who have tried the drinks — which contain kratom and kava — say they became addicted. Experts have cautioned about kratom use.

A TikTok user’s viral video has sparked national attention on a popular herbal drink containing kratom and kava.

Hailed as a natural wonder tonic, Kratom is popping up all over local gas stations and smoke shops. But experts warn they’re ...