North Carolina couple caught with enough fentanyl to kill 13,000: cops
Two people were arrested last week in North Carolina after deputies discovered a quantity of fentanyl large enough to "potentially kill 13,000 people," authorities said.
Two people were arrested last week in North Carolina after deputies discovered a quantity of fentanyl large enough to "potentially kill 13,000 people," authorities said.
Overdose deaths in Travis County down by 22 percent in the last year: officials
Travis County is making strides when it comes to drug overdose prevention. Health officials are reporting a significant drop in drug-related deaths for the first time in years.
Travis County is making strides when it comes to drug overdose prevention. Health officials are reporting a significant drop in drug-related deaths for the first time in years.
South Austin drug bust uncovers almost 100 grams of narcotics; 3 arrested
Three people are facing first-degree felony charges after an April 1 drug bust by Austin police uncovered almost 100 grams of various narcotics, including black tar heroin, cocaine and fentanyl.
Three people are facing first-degree felony charges after an April 1 drug bust by Austin police uncovered almost 100 grams of various narcotics, including black tar heroin, cocaine and fentanyl.
Rick Harrison of 'Pawn Stars' talks about son's overdose death: 'There is nothing worse'
Rick Harrison of “Pawn Stars” fame is opening up about losing his son, Adam, to a drug overdose last year.
Rick Harrison of “Pawn Stars” fame is opening up about losing his son, Adam, to a drug overdose last year.
Travis County sees decline in opioid-related deaths: ATCEMS
For the first time in nearly a decade, Austin-Travis County EMS reported a decline in opioid-related deaths.
For the first time in nearly a decade, Austin-Travis County EMS reported a decline in opioid-related deaths.
Fentanyl-related murder warrant secured by Travis Co. Sheriff's Office
The Travis County Sheriff's Office says it has secured a fentanyl-related murder warrant in connection to a 2024 homicide in Pflugerville.
The Travis County Sheriff's Office says it has secured a fentanyl-related murder warrant in connection to a 2024 homicide in Pflugerville.
Early adult deaths rising in US: COVID-19, drug overdoses major causes
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
A study done by the University of Minnesota (U of M) found that early adult deaths are on the rise in the U.S., with COVID-19 and drug overdoses being the main causes.
FDA approves first new non-opioid pain pill in 20 years—how it works
The FDA has approved Journavx, a new non-opioid pain medication designed to reduce addiction and overdose risks.
The FDA has approved Journavx, a new non-opioid pain medication designed to reduce addiction and overdose risks.
Del Valle man sentenced to 10 years for selling fentanyl-laced fake pills
A Del Valle man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for distributing fake oxycodone pills laced with fentanyl.
A Del Valle man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for distributing fake oxycodone pills laced with fentanyl.
Walgreens sued by DOJ, alleging it knowingly filled illegal prescriptions, including 'dangerous' opioids
The suit alleges Walgreens "systematically pressured its pharmacists to fill prescriptions."
The suit alleges Walgreens "systematically pressured its pharmacists to fill prescriptions."
Suspected fentanyl dealer charged with first-degree murder in man's death
A man suspected of selling fentanyl to Troy Cernosek who died last September has been charged with his murder.
A man suspected of selling fentanyl to Troy Cernosek who died last September has been charged with his murder.
Trump effect? Mexico makes largest fentanyl bust ever
Mexican authorities seized over a ton of fentanyl in a historic bust, with experts linking the timing to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s recent threats.
Mexican authorities seized over a ton of fentanyl in a historic bust, with experts linking the timing to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s recent threats.
Overdose treatments expand as deaths decrease in Austin-Travis County
An effort to reduce overdose deaths in Travis County appears to be working. County leaders said the decrease is a good sign, but more needs to be done.
An effort to reduce overdose deaths in Travis County appears to be working. County leaders said the decrease is a good sign, but more needs to be done.
Kyle police respond to 3 fentanyl poisonings in one night
The Kyle Police Department is urging parents to educate their kids on the dangers of fentanyl after officers responded to three fentanyl poisonings in one night.
The Kyle Police Department is urging parents to educate their kids on the dangers of fentanyl after officers responded to three fentanyl poisonings in one night.
Man arrested for selling fentanyl to victim who later died from overdose in Hutto
A man was arrested for selling fentanyl to another man who later died from an overdose.
A man was arrested for selling fentanyl to another man who later died from an overdose.
CA drug bust: $1.7 million worth of fentanyl seized, some found in packages of raw meat
Inside a cooler, officers found multiple packages of carne asada beef, which were used to conceal the 11 pounds of fentanyl.
Inside a cooler, officers found multiple packages of carne asada beef, which were used to conceal the 11 pounds of fentanyl.
'Hell on earth' - Residents, lawmakers demand Bronx "open-air drug market" be shut down
A "open air-drug market" in the Bronx is drawing outrage from residents and Rep. Ritchie Torres, who demand that Mayor Adams take action.
A "open air-drug market" in the Bronx is drawing outrage from residents and Rep. Ritchie Torres, who demand that Mayor Adams take action.
New details revealed in overdose death of Bastrop County teen
A woman is behind bars for murder after investigators say she sold fentanyl to a teen in Bastrop who later died from an overdose.
A woman is behind bars for murder after investigators say she sold fentanyl to a teen in Bastrop who later died from an overdose.
Woman charged with murder in fentanyl-related death in Bastrop
A woman has been charged with murder in the fentanyl-related death of a teenager in Bastrop County.
A woman has been charged with murder in the fentanyl-related death of a teenager in Bastrop County.
Buda man receives heart transplant from teen who died from fentanyl poisoning
A Buda man and a North Texas mother said they now consider each other family after he became the recipient of her son's heart. The teen died from fentanyl poisoning earlier this year.
A Buda man and a North Texas mother said they now consider each other family after he became the recipient of her son's heart. The teen died from fentanyl poisoning earlier this year.