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August 16, 2023

Parents prepping for back-to-school time are urged to talk to kids about drugs: 'Far-reaching implications'

As kids head back to school, addiction specialists share tips for parents to speak openly and honestly about drug use — and to set clear boundaries to keep kids safe and well-informed.

August 15, 2023

CRISIS IN KENSINGTON: Businesses setting up 'booby traps' for protection

In Kensington's open-air drug market, some businesses struggle to entice prospective customers as drug users loiter or pass out on their front stoops.

August 13, 2023

Florida suspect reportedly fakes heart attack during drug arrest: 'Won't learn his lesson'

Palm Coast resident Brent Heath allegedly pretending to have a heart attack after an officer smelled marijuana from his vehicle. Police said that he was carrying fentanyl.

August 12, 2023

Robert De Niro's daughter shares birthday message for son 1 month after his death: 'Hope you are at peace'

Robert De Niro's daughter on Friday marked what would have been her late son's 20th birthday with an Instagram post, calling him her "little angel" and sharing several photos of him.

August 9, 2023

US slaps sanctions on Sinaloa Cartel members, including ‘The Anthrax Monkey,’ as part of anti-fentanyl moves

The U.S. announced on Wednesday that it is sanctioning a number of cartel members involved in fentanyl trafficking and related gang violence.

July 31, 2023

GOP rep's bill would confiscate assets from drug cartels to fund border wall, tackle fentanyl crisis

A GOP lawmaker is introducing a bill that would divert the assets of drug smugglers into funds to build the border wall and tackle the fentanyl epidemic.

July 27, 2023

Drugmaker Mallinckrodt in talks with hedge funds for potential bankruptcy to avoid opioid settlements

According to the Wall Street Journal's report on Wednesday, drug manufacturer Mallinckrodt is engaging in discussions with hedge funds about the possibility of filing for bankruptcy.

July 26, 2023

Federal judge charges 2 Canadians, Colombian in connection with alleged fentanyl trafficking operation

Three men have been charged in connection with a North Dakota fentanyl trafficking operation. Two of the men are Canadians, and the other is Colombian.

July 25, 2023

House to consider bipartisan bill to crack down on Chinese opioid manufacturers

Republican Rep. Andy Barr's bipartisan bill to crack down on Chinese opioid manufacturers is expected to get a hearing on the House floor this week.

July 20, 2023

Mayorkas: China ‘bears responsibility’ in regard to US fentanyl crisis

DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Thursday said that Beijing "bears responsibility" for its role in the U.S. fentanyl crisis, pointing to action it needs to take.