DEA issues warning about drugs used to make fentanyl even deadlier
The DEA has issued a public safety alert about an increase in reports of fentanyl being laced with a sedative used for animals.
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The DEA has issued a public safety alert about an increase in reports of fentanyl being laced with a sedative used for animals.
A man has been sentenced for leading a drug organization that operated in several cities across the U.S. including Novi, Michigan.
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Xylazine, a sedative approved for animals, is increasingly being found mixed with fentanyl, authorities said.
The Justice Department alleged Rite Aid's Government Affairs department told employees to delete internal information warning about suspicious prescribers.
A California man has been arrested after a traffic stop in Paw Paw Township led to the largest seizure of fentanyl from a traffic stop in Michigan, with around three million fentanyl-laced pills being seized, which has a street value of $9 million.
The Food and Drug Administration warned that overdoses from xylazine mirror opioid overdoses, but may not be reversed by naloxone.
An investigation that began with a PlayStation box filled with heroin ended with a fentanyl kingpin pleading guilty to drug trafficking.
Deal would make it the first major pharmacy chain to reach a nationwide settlement over its handling of opioid prescriptions.
A Texas man will spend the next 14 years in prison after he was sentenced in federal court following a huge drug bust during a traffic stop in Jackson County.
Warren Police Department busted a well-known drug dealer and confiscated a massive amount of fentanyl and guns.
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Fentanyl remains the deadliest drug in the United States. But in some areas of the country, methamphetamine kills more people.
A couple has been charged in the opioid overdose of their 18-month-old daughter who died on Christmas Day.
Every 8 minutes someone dies from an accidental drug overdose. Most of the time, it's from fentanyl.
The detective, who has not been identified, was doing routine drug testing of a white powdery substance.
"It was like they were injecting pure Fentanyl, which is obviously deadly and dangerous."
Police allege that 53-year-old Rickey Bernard -- who goes by the nickname "Hillbilly" -- sold the narcotics to the victims while working as a maintenance man at the Willows Motel in Bedford Township.
Authorities say most of the users who died from the contaminated drugs were unaware that they had been laced with Fentanyl.
Michigan drivers are paying an average of $4.27 a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, AAA says.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to negotiate a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is expiring, with no agreement in sight.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
A lawsuit filed on behalf of two Southeast Michigan residents alleges that Apple has failed to "adequately protect" people from being stalked with AirTags.
A police program in Sterling Heights is teaching vulnerable community members what to expect if they are pulled over.
Michigan drivers are paying an average of $4.27 a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, AAA says.
Service members from Michigan lost their personal belongings after Iranian missile and drone strikes overseas. The VFW in Wyandotte is working to help them recover.
A lawsuit filed on behalf of two Southeast Michigan residents alleges that Apple has failed to "adequately protect" people from being stalked with AirTags.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Nearly 130,000 utility customers statewide remained without power as of Sunday afternoon.
Kate Douglass, 24, is a five-time Olympic medalist.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.
There's no doubt in Isaac TeSlaa's mind where the Detroit Lions wide receiver group ranks among its peers.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
With a dozen days of training camp and one preseason game in the books, questions remain about the Detroit Lions offensive line starters.
Andrew Benintendi had two hits, including the go-ahead single in the seventh inning, and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers for the second straight day, 4-3.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The 10th annual Kirk Gibson Foundation Golf Classic is taking place in Rochester Hills. Steve Annear explains the foundation's goals and history.
Detroit's teachers are back at school, preparing their classrooms as announcements are made about student transportation.
Monday is the last day for Ann Arbor-area residents seeking financial help to recover from April's tornado damage to meet in person with Federal Emergency Management Agency representatives.
Friends and family members of those killed when Northwest Airlines Flight 255 crashed on August 16, 1987, held a memorial gathering Sunday evening in Romulus. The crash, which happened shortly after takeoff from Detroit Metro Airport, killed 154 people, with only a 4-year-old child surviving.
Tropical Storm Lala continued to move west and away from Hawaii early Monday after skirting past the Big Island as a hurricane, causing damaging winds and torrential rainfall.