Exclusive: NYC accounted for 10% of all fentanyl seized in U.S. in 2023
"This has been the biggest drug threat we have ever seen in the history of DEA," Special Agent in Charge Frank Tarentino said.
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"This has been the biggest drug threat we have ever seen in the history of DEA," Special Agent in Charge Frank Tarentino said.
"This has been the biggest drug threat we have ever seen in the history of DEA," Special Agent in Charge Frank Tarentino told CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram.
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Jim Hannigan's determined focus on solving a disturbing crime has led to federal charges against Perry D. Freeman.
A Westchester County man is facing up to life in federal prison. CBS New York's Tony Aiello spoke with a police officer who worked the case for many months.
Schumer led a bipartisan delegation in a meeting with China's president in October to discuss the fentanyl problems.
An agreement between the United States and China to reduce fentanyl production is being called a major step to help end the opioid crisis in New York. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3MKuSTe
Suspects allegedly gave paperwork that was sprayed with fentanyl to an unsuspecting attorney to give to a defendant in the jail.
Suspects allegedly gave paperwork that was sprayed with fentanyl to an unsuspecting attorney to give to a defendant in the jail.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
Hannah Johnson and Vanessa Gamarra are members of the DIIG team -- Drug Intelligence and Intervention Group.
CBS New York's Kristine Johnson spoke to Hannah Johnson and Vanessa Gamarra, members of the Drug Intelligence and Intervention Group.
Special Narcotics Prosecutor's Office statistics reveal 24 people die every day from fentanyl.
Special Narcotics Prosecutor's Office statistics reveal 24 people die every day from fentanyl across the five boroughs. CBS New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Nearly 400,000 packets of suspected fentanyl and heroin, worth about $4 million on the street, were seized in a raid on a Bronx apartment, according to authorities.
A 44-year-old man is alleged to have used the home on 88th Road in Bellerose as a base of operations.
Authorities said the drugs found inside Mexzzarella Pizza in Soundview have an estimated street value of $4 million.
Health data shows fentanyl was involved in 81% of all overdoses last year across the five boroughs.
However, some principals told CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram they haven't received it yet.
The drugs found inside Mexzzarella Pizza in Soundview have an estimated street value of $4 million, authorities said.
Investigators say the couple offered to sell large quantities of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine to an informant.
Seized drugs are tested at the DEA's Northeast Regional laboratory in Manhattan, and their chemists are busy.
Fentanyl is a potent drug that can kill with even the smallest of doses, but what is fentanyl? How is it made, and what's being done to track the people smuggling it into our area? CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas takes us inside a Drug Enforcement Administration laboratory for the answers. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/46s8LJb
Family summits are being held throughout October by DEA field divisions around the country.
A community event was held in New Brunswick on Wednesday with hopes of putting a stop to drug-related deaths. The Drug Enforcement Administration New Jersey Field Division hosted its second annual Family Summit on Fentanyl. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3FeAYY8
A rooftop fire in Midtown Manhattan sent black smoke into the air near the start of the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Israel says it killed Iran's top security official Ali Larijani, as America's European allies reject President Trump's demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
A rooftop fire in Midtown Manhattan sent black smoke into the air near the start of the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
The 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is taking place Tuesday in Manhattan, with numerous street closures along the parade route.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
A Palestinian woman who had been living and working in Paterson, New Jersey, has been released after a year in ICE custody in Texas, her legal team says.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to lower the speed limit around hundreds of schools in New York City as part of a major escalation of the Vision Zero initiative.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
The Jets will receive a 2027 sixth-round draft pick from the Chiefs and pick up $7 million of Fields' guaranteed $10 million salary.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku says Wednesday will be another chilly day, with temperatures barely reaching 40. However, we'll see the 50s again by Friday.
Tens of thousand of people decked out in green lined the street in Midtown Manhattan. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
Friends, loved ones and former colleagues gathered at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in New Rochelle on Tuesday to pay their respects to the beloved TV news anchor, who died last week of pneumonia at the age of 82.
Four people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in the blaze at a three-story building on College Point Boulevard. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
CBS News New York's Christine Sloan on Tuesday went to Metuchen, where one tree split open a home's upstairs bedroom.
