Massachusetts Bans Kratom Amid Health Alerts | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey just slapped a temporary ban on kratom sales amid growing health concerns, while Rhode Island’s political stage ignited as Gov. Dan McKee and challenger Helena Foulkes clashed in their first debate over leadership and infrastructure. Meanwhile, a New Bedford cop faces court over alleged misuse of police cameras to track an ex, and another man is charged in a crash that left a family of five injured. In Newport County, a rare Powassan virus case has been confirmed, prompting the town to roll out a new vending machine dispensing free harm-reduction supplies…