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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Walgreens sued by DOJ, alleging it knowingly filled illegal prescriptions, including 'dangerous' opioids
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
Families call for accused fentanyl drug dealer to stay in jail after death of teen
Central Texas families are calling for an accused drug dealer and murderer to stay behind bars.
New fentanyl awareness billboards unveiled in South Austin
Two new billboards in South Austin aim to raise awareness about the magnitude of the opioid crisis in Central Texas.
Man charged with murder for selling fentanyl to teen who later died: APD
An 18-year-old man is charged with murder for selling fentanyl to a teen that later killed her in North Austin, police said.