'Enough to kill every American': DEA details just how bad the fentanyl crisis is in America
Fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said on Jan. 17. The agency is calling fentanyl the "deadliest drug threat our country has ever faced."
Fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said on Jan. 17. The agency is calling fentanyl the "deadliest drug threat our country has ever faced."
North Carolina traffic stop uncovers enough fentanyl to kill 27 million people
In a significant development, a routine traffic stop in North Carolina unveiled a staggering amount of fentanyl, enough to potentially cause the death of 27 million people, exceeding the state's population.
In a significant development, a routine traffic stop in North Carolina unveiled a staggering amount of fentanyl, enough to potentially cause the death of 27 million people, exceeding the state's population.
Supreme Court grapples with OxyContin maker's bankruptcy deal, with billions of dollars at stake
The Supreme Court is wrestling with a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would shield members of the Sackler family who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids.
The Supreme Court is wrestling with a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would shield members of the Sackler family who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids.
Texas doctor sentenced for operating massive opioid pill mill
A Texas doctor has been sentenced to seven years in prison for operating a pill mill clinic in Houston prescribing over 600,000 pills.
A Texas doctor has been sentenced to seven years in prison for operating a pill mill clinic in Houston prescribing over 600,000 pills.
Rite Aid prepares to file for bankruptcy: report
Rite Aid is facing numerous lawsuits regarding its alleged role in the opioid crisis
Rite Aid is facing numerous lawsuits regarding its alleged role in the opioid crisis
Fentanyl prevention efforts in Galveston County, man sets up Narcan vending machine
The number of drug overdose deaths continues to climb in Texas and across the country federal agents and civilians team up to reverse the trend.
The number of drug overdose deaths continues to climb in Texas and across the country federal agents and civilians team up to reverse the trend.
Project HOMES: Houston recovery homes help residents remain drug-free
Project HOMES is a saving grace for Sarah Saidock, drug-free more than three years. She is benefitting from one of the country's largest research projects through The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) and the Health and Human Services Commission’s Texas Targeted Opioid Response Program (TTOR).
Project HOMES is a saving grace for Sarah Saidock, drug-free more than three years. She is benefitting from one of the country's largest research projects through The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) and the Health and Human Services Commission’s Texas Targeted Opioid Response Program (TTOR).
Nevada parents face murder charges after 8-month-old dies from fentanyl exposure: police
The parents told Boulder City police that a bag of meth and fentanyl spilled on a bed, where they later allowed the child to crawl.
The parents told Boulder City police that a bag of meth and fentanyl spilled on a bed, where they later allowed the child to crawl.
Florida man swallows cocaine during traffic stop, deputies say | 'Could have died'
A Florida man desperate to hide drugs chose to swallow cocaine he had in his possession during a traffic stop Tuesday night, according to deputies.
A Florida man desperate to hide drugs chose to swallow cocaine he had in his possession during a traffic stop Tuesday night, according to deputies.
Houston man sentenced for hiding meth worth $500K in speaker box
Officials said they learned Martin Carreno, 32, back in March 2022 was expecting a large shipment of meth and when investigators searched his home found 9 kg hidden inside a speaker box.
Officials said they learned Martin Carreno, 32, back in March 2022 was expecting a large shipment of meth and when investigators searched his home found 9 kg hidden inside a speaker box.
Georgia mom who lost son to drug overdose speaks out on opioid crisis
After losing her son to a drug overdose, Cammie Wolf Rice transformed her grief into a mission to prevent other families from enduring the same tragedy.
After losing her son to a drug overdose, Cammie Wolf Rice transformed her grief into a mission to prevent other families from enduring the same tragedy.
FDA approves nasal spray to reverse fentanyl, other opioid overdoses
U.S. health regulators on Monday approved a new easy-to-use version of a medication to reverse overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids driving the nation’s drug crisis.
U.S. health regulators on Monday approved a new easy-to-use version of a medication to reverse overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids driving the nation’s drug crisis.
Rainbow fentanyl: Ohio AG warns of ‘death disguised as candy’
Authorities in Ohio are issuing another warning about the so-called “rainbow fentanyl" after hundreds of these pills were seized near Columbus.
Authorities in Ohio are issuing another warning about the so-called “rainbow fentanyl" after hundreds of these pills were seized near Columbus.
Record seizure of fentanyl, opioids in largest international darknet trafficking operation
A total of 288 arrests were made, 117 firearms, 850 kg of drugs, 64 of fentanyl or fentanyl-laced narcotics were seized as well as $53.4 million in cash and virtual currency.
A total of 288 arrests were made, 117 firearms, 850 kg of drugs, 64 of fentanyl or fentanyl-laced narcotics were seized as well as $53.4 million in cash and virtual currency.
Corpus Christi man who hid meth in air freshener faces life sentence
Authorities said they first found Sean Graham, 57, at a local restaurant, who "appeared nervous and soon admitted he had methamphetamines in his truck." Shortly afrerward, a warrant was executed to search his home.
Authorities said they first found Sean Graham, 57, at a local restaurant, who "appeared nervous and soon admitted he had methamphetamines in his truck." Shortly afrerward, a warrant was executed to search his home.
?Benadryl? keyword removed from TikTok search after deadly viral challenge
What parents need to know about dangerous TikTok challenges and how to control their children?s access to these terrible trends.
What parents need to know about dangerous TikTok challenges and how to control their children?s access to these terrible trends.
Acclaimed journalist Ioan Grillo to speak on 'Fentanyl Crisis and Cartel Violence' in Houston
Grillo highlights the overlooked link between gun trafficking, and the drug war in his book: “Blood Gun Money" and during a visit to Houston, hopes to share his eye-opening accounts while also shedding light on the impact of fentanyl.
Grillo highlights the overlooked link between gun trafficking, and the drug war in his book: “Blood Gun Money" and during a visit to Houston, hopes to share his eye-opening accounts while also shedding light on the impact of fentanyl.
Ioan Grillo to speak on 'Fentanyl Crisis and Cartel Violence' in Houston
Acclaimed journalist Ioan Grillo has examined the drug crisis in Mexico for more than 20 years have always tried to make sense of it all. And during a visit to Houston, hopes to share his eye-opening accounts while also shedding light on the impact of fentanyl.
Acclaimed journalist Ioan Grillo has examined the drug crisis in Mexico for more than 20 years have always tried to make sense of it all. And during a visit to Houston, hopes to share his eye-opening accounts while also shedding light on the impact of fentanyl.
Major Narcotics unit established in Harris County DA's office to target fentanyl dealers
As law enforcement officials continue cracking down on the ongoing drug battle in and around the Greater Houston Area, new strategies will be implemented to tackle the problem head-on.
As law enforcement officials continue cracking down on the ongoing drug battle in and around the Greater Houston Area, new strategies will be implemented to tackle the problem head-on.
Major Narcotics unit established in DA's office to target fentanyl dealers
(FULL PRESS CONFERENCE) “I am confident we can save lives by targeting the profiteers of death for the most severe punishment the law allows and diverting addicts into treatment instead of prison," DA Kim Ogg said in a statement.
(FULL PRESS CONFERENCE) “I am confident we can save lives by targeting the profiteers of death for the most severe punishment the law allows and diverting addicts into treatment instead of prison," DA Kim Ogg said in a statement.