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Four members of the Miami Police Department’s internal affairs unit have been placed on administrative leave as part of an ongoing investigation, sources confirm.  The suspended officers include two police officers, one sergeant, and one lieutenant. The two officers were relieved of duty after reportedly failing a random drug test.  Meanwhile, the internal probe now… Continue reading Four Miami Police Officers Suspended Amid Drug Test Investigation

A wild rumor linking Celsius energy drinks to false cocaine positives in drug tests has been swiftly knocked out by Major League Baseball. The league, along with its players’ union, says there’s no credible science tying the fitness-fueled beverage to dirty results. It all started with a now-deleted X post from Emily Waldon, a sports… Continue reading MLB Shoots Down Celsius-Cocaine Rumor as Energy Drink Panic Spirals Online

California State Senator Sabrina Cervantes will not face DUI charges following a Sacramento car accident, after tests showed no signs of intoxication. The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced Friday that a blood test taken on the day of the crash was “negative for any measurable amount of alcohol or drugs.” After reviewing police reports,… Continue reading California Senator Cleared of DUI After Negative Drug Test

Julianna Peña isn’t buying Kayla Harrison’s clean bill of health. As the UFC 316 title fight looms June 7 in Newark, Peña has openly cast doubt on Harrison’s record, accusing the two-time Olympic gold medalist of bending the rules with performance-enhancing drugs. Despite more than a decade of testing with no positive results, Peña remains… Continue reading UFC 316 Spotlight: Julianna Peña Questions Kayla Harrison’s Clean Record Amid Lax Drug Testing

Naomi Osaka’s return to Roland Garros came with an unwelcome déjà vu—another 5AM knock from anti-doping officials. Speaking at her pre-tournament press conference in Paris, the four-time Grand Slam winner recounted the early morning interruption that ended in bruised arms and familiar frustration. “They’re kind of scary,” Osaka admitted, referring to the drug testers. “I… Continue reading Naomi Osaka’s 5AM Wake-Up Call: A Bruising Reminder of Tennis’ Drug Testing Regimen

Philadelphia Phillies reliever José Alvarado has been suspended 80 games without pay after testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance, Major League Baseball announced Sunday. The penalty—standard for a first-time offense—takes immediate effect, benching the club’s top closer through mid-August and ruling him out for the postseason. The Phillies, currently trailing the Mets by just… Continue reading Phillies Closer José Alvarado Hit With 80-Game Ban Over PED Violation—Postseason Dreams in Peril

Federal beats local. That was the final word from a U.S. district judge who tossed out a lawsuit by a fired Minnesota gas worker, ruling that national safety rules outmuscle state drug testing protections. In a decision with big implications for companies straddling state and federal lines, U.S. District Judge Nancy Brasel sided with Minnesota… Continue reading Federal Law Trumps Minnesota Rules in Drug Test Clash, Judge Says

In the world of UFC, where every fighter’s journey is a hard-fought battle, some comebacks don’t land with cheers. José Henrique, a Brazilian fighter who made a brief appearance on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2022, is facing a rough reception after being re-signed by the UFC. Despite never officially debuting due to a drug… Continue reading UFC’s José Henrique Re-Sign Sparks Backlash Over Drug Test Fallout

In a move that has stirred significant attention, the Trump administration has disbanded the Drug Testing Advisory Board (DTAB), a body that for over 30 years guided federal drug testing programs. Established in 1988, the DTAB ensured the credibility and precision of federal drug testing methods, notably overseeing the development of a new rule under… Continue reading Trump Administration Ends Drug Testing Advisory Board

Indianapolis police seized over 7,000 grams of drugs, nine firearms, and $34,000 in cash during a raid this week at an apartment complex on Westbury North Drive. The raid, prompted by citizen complaints, led to the arrests of Richard Watkins, 33, and Howard Harris Jr., 25. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) has emphasized that… Continue reading Police Seize Drugs, Firearms, and Cash in Indianapolis Raid, Two Arrested