Health experts warn to avoid kratom products

We’re taking a look at what kratom is, why officials say it can be so dangerous and what some cities and states are doing to regulate its sales.
Published: Sep. 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - IN-DEPTH WITH SARAH WALL: The investigation continues into the deaths of two Ole Miss students in Oxford. Officials say kratom was found in both instances. We’re taking a look at what kratom is, why officials say it can be so dangerous and what some cities and states are doing to regulate its sales.