'Queen of the South': Arizona drug trafficking suspect back in U.S., federal officials say
An Arizona woman who called herself 'Queen of the South' online is back in the U.S. to face various drug trafficking and money laundering charges, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
The Supreme Court rejects a nationwide opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma
The Supreme Court has rejected a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would've shielded Sackler family members who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids but also would've provided billions of dollars to combat the epidemic.
Healthcare company execs arrested for running $100M online Adderall scheme
The founder-CEO and clinical president of a digital health company have been arrested and charged for their part in a multi-million-dollar scheme to give people easy access to Adderall and other restricted drugs, among other crimes.
US overdose deaths decline slightly in 2023, CDC reports
The CDC released data indicating a modest decrease in fatal overdoses in the United States last year.
Nearly $1M worth fentanyl seized in Louisiana
Fentanyl is killing tens of thousands of Americans each year and some cities around the country are seeing more of it. FOX's Bowen Kedrowicz is in Lafayette, Louisiana where the city had its largest fentanyl bust ever.
Houston area man arrested on fentanyl charges
A Crosby man was arrested for distributing fentanyl that allegedly killed two people and left a third person with serious bodily injury. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke with a family who lost their son due to the dangerous drug.
Fentanyl distribution arrest in Crosby, parents of victim raise awareness on the drug
A man from Crosby has been arrested for distributing fentanyl that allegedly killed two people and parents whose son was killed due to the deadly drug speak out to raise awareness on the dangers.
Police say homicide-related charges possible after teen dies days before 18th birthday
Teen dies of fentanyl poisoning, homicide-related charges could be in the works.
Teen on life support after overdosing on fentanyl
A Houston area teen is fighting for his life in the hospital all because of fentanyl. FOX 26's Abigail Dye has more on this exclusive story.
Churches have plan to save lives against Fentanyl
FOX'S Bowen Kendrowicz reports on Pastor Reginald Landry of First Evangelist Baptist Church who states, "helping others with a drug problem is personal."
What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
'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."
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.
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.
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.
Rite Aid prepares to file for bankruptcy: report
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.
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).
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.
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.