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Marquette County Issues Health Warning After Kratom Overdose Death
Marquette County Health Department warns residents about kratom derivatives after a fatal overdose death connected to retail kratom products. The department says kratom derivatives can be up to 13 times more potent than morphine and can cause death by respiratory depression.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Kalamazoo County Jail Under Investigation Over Lead and Copper in Water
Kalamazoo County Jail water testing reveals elevated lead and copper levels in some fixtures. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says water should not be consumed but is safe for other uses. Investigation continues with more testing expected in late May.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source