High school students on Staten Island taught how to administer Narcan
As CBS News New York's John Dias explains, learning how to use the life-saving devices is only the beginning of the battle against fentanyl.
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As CBS News New York's John Dias explains, learning how to use the life-saving devices is only the beginning of the battle against fentanyl.
Centers for Disease Control data shows 1,600 fewer people died of overdoses in New York from August of 2023 to August of 2024 than in the 12 months prior.
A Long Island father whose son died from fentanyl poisoning is producing a video game that teaches players to avoid fentanyl, recognize the symptoms and save a life with Narcan.
A Long Island father is on a mission to save lives after the death of his son. Three years ago, the young man was at a crowded casino when he was sickened by fentanyl and no one administered Narcan. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram has been following the opioid crisis and has more on Monday's training.
"This has been the biggest drug threat we have ever seen in the history of DEA," Special Agent in Charge Frank Tarentino said.
The state has authorized the East Village shop to do so, but some neighbors say it's hurting the community.
The state has authorized the East Village shop to do so, but some neighbors say it's hurting the community. CBS New York's Lisa Rozner reports.
It's not clear yet if the mayor will sign it.
A bill passed by the New York City Council would require all public schools to carry the opioid overdose antidote naloxone. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/41fRrpe
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.
Organizers say knowing how to administer Narcan is now as important as knowing how to perform CPR.
A Brooklyn church is taking steps to help with the growing fentanyl crisis in our area. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3LTiqjH
Big box outlets expect to have naloxone, also known as Narcan, available online and on store shelves by next week.
The overdose reversal drug Narcan is set to become available over-the-counter as early as next week. CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan has more on the effort to spread awareness about the opioid crisis on Long Island. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/47RWUoZ
CBS New York has learned New York City public school nurses started to receive Narcan training on June 14.
In CBS New York's investigation earlier this year, we found school districts across our area had Narcan in their schools and nurses trained to use it, but New York City public schools were not prepared with it. As CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports, that has now changed. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3PU4wRt
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Dozens of residents of a New Jersey nursing home had to be evacuated Tuesday due to a serious water issue.
Susan Lucci shares her challenges on overcoming grief after the death of her husband, and how she nearly didn't take the iconic role of Erica Kane on "All My Children."
A flooded manhole has turned a loading dock into an ice rink in Queens.
More than 300 kilos of cocaine were seized in Nassau County in one of the largest drug busts ever on Long Island, officials said Tuesday.
Four Massachusetts residents are accused of using stolen identities in a SNAP and unemployment benefits fraud scheme worth over $1 million.
A flooded manhole has turned a loading dock into an ice rink in Queens.
More than 300 kilos of cocaine were seized in Nassau County in one of the largest drug busts ever on Long Island, officials said Tuesday.
Hundreds of Brooklyn residents have been without power for four days during this bitter cold streak.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is starting a new effort to observe and document ICE activity in New York state.
Closing arguments are set for Tuesday in the trial of New York police Sgt. Erik Duran, who is accused of killing a man by throwing a cooler at him in the Bronx.
Bundle up — New York City and the Tri-State Area's stretch of dangerously cold weather continues, and it's sticking around longer than anyone would like.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were pivotal during America's birth. This year, as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, CBS News New York is highlighting the hidden history in our own back yard.
Forecasters are watching for a chance of snow this weekend in New York and New Jersey as harsh winter weather conditions continue.
The First Alert Weather Team is tracking a storm that could bring snow to the New York and New Jersey area. Frigid temperatures will last throughout the week.
Although the snowstorm has passed, the cold weather will linger with temperatures below freezing each day.
Dozens of residents of a New Jersey nursing home had to be evacuated Tuesday due to a serious water issue.
The Gateway Development Commission is suing the federal government for withholding funding for the critical tunnel project linking New York and New Jersey. Construction will be halted if funding doesn't resume, officials said.
Tensions are running high after reports of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arresting several people in Hoboken and Jersey City earlier Sunday.
New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch said he had a brief association with Jeffrey Epstein but denied taking him up on any of his invitations and said he never went to Epstein's island.
The extreme cold temperatures have been causing water main breaks across New York and New Jersey.
More than 300 kilos of cocaine were seized in Nassau County in one of the largest drug busts ever on Long Island, officials said Tuesday.
Nassau County Police Officer Patricia Espinosa was killed Saturday in a car crash on Long Island.
The offshore wind project aimed at powering 600,000 New York homes can resume construction off Long Island, a federal judge ruled.
Authorities say online threats like sextortion are exploding, with predators increasingly pushing violence.
An off-duty Nassau County police officer was killed in a car crash with an alleged drunk driver Saturday morning, police say.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is starting a new effort to observe and document ICE activity in New York state.
The Gateway Development Commission is suing the federal government for withholding funding for the critical tunnel project linking New York and New Jersey. Construction will be halted if funding doesn't resume, officials said.
The Clintons made a last-ditch effort to avoid a contempt vote.
If you've been walking around New York City this week, you've probably noticed it -- bags stacked high, bins overflowing, and piles of trash lining the sidewalks.
All federal immigration agents in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said Monday, a policy that could be rolled out nationwide.
In New Jersey, nearly half a million people lost enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits this year, but the impact goes far beyond those who got the credits.
Starting July 1, as many as 450,000 New Yorkers will lose EP coverage and be forced into marketplace health care plans.
Striking New York City nurses returned to the bargaining table Thursday, the New York State Nurses Association said.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joined striking New York City nurses on the picket line Tuesday.
New York City's largest nurses strike is now in Week 2 and it appears negotiations toward a deal remain at a standstill.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Popular singer-songwriter Noah Kahan will be bringing his tour to New York City this summer. "The Great Divide" tour will stop at Citi Field on July 18.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
The NFL released a statement Monday on New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, whose name showed up more than 400 times in files released by the U.S. Justice Department regarding Jeffrey Epstein.
Martin Fehervary and Anthony Beauvillier scored 31 seconds apart in the second period, and the Capitals beat the Islanders 4-1 on Monday night.
OG Anunoby scored 25 points, Landry Shamet added 23 and the Knicks beat the Lakers 112-100 on Sunday night.
Jalen Duren had 21 points and 10 rebounds after being added to the All-Star Game on Sunday night as an Eastern Conference reserve, and the Detroit Pistons routed the Brooklyn Nets 130-77 in the most-lopsided victory in franchise history.
New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch said he had a brief association with Jeffrey Epstein but denied taking him up on any of his invitations and said he never went to Epstein's island.
A flooded manhole has turned a loading dock into an ice rink in Queens.
Jamaica Colosseum Mall is set to close for good on Jan. 31.
A volunteer effort launched during the winter storm paired younger residents with elderly homeowners, offering snow removal assistance while creating new community ties across generations.
A home-visit initiative in Brooklyn connects aging Holocaust survivors with social workers as war abroad and antisemitism at home reopen old wounds.
A critical seasonal blood shortage is prompting renewed calls for New Yorkers to donate.
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.
Senior citizens were wheeled out of the lobby one by one and outside into below-freezing temperatures, where they were met by a caravan of ambulances, emergency response vehicles, and more. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
Susan Lucci left us spellbound for more than 40 years as one of the most famous characters on daytime television, Erica Kane of "All My Children." Lucci talked to Mary Calvi about her friendships and losing the love of her life, her husband Helmut Huber. They were married in 1969 and spent 52 years together until his death in March 2022. Watch their full discussion.
Susan Lucci shares her challenges on overcoming grief after the death of her husband, and how she nearly didn't take the iconic role of Erica Kane on "All My Children."
Investigators say officers seized more than 300 kilograms of cocaine.
The Tri-State Area could see light snow Friday into Saturday with freezing temperatures and strong winds. CBS News New York Meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the latest forecast.
