NYT
The Ruthless Efficiency of Ultrapotent Street Drugs
Monday, August 24, 2026
Illicit drugs available in Baltimore are cheaper and more potent than they were five decades ago, according to reporting in the city. The shift follows decades of law enforcement efforts aimed at raising drug prices and reducing availability.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/24/science/drugs-opioids-fentanyl-baltimore.html
