You can't overdose on fentanyl just by touching it. Experts explain why.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
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Opioid crisis awareness efforts continue on Long Island
Big box outlets expect to have naloxone, also known as Narcan, available online and on store shelves by next week.
N.J. lawmakers announce action against fentanyl crisis
The new legislation expands access to life-saving affordable test strips that can detect fentanyl.
On Call with Dr. Kumar: How to talk to kids about dangers of fentanyl
Fentanyl impacts every neighborhood across the country, and the consequences can be deadly.
New Fentanyl Act targets opioid traffickers
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez talked about the bill's urgency Tuesday in Passaic County, joined by mothers who lost sons to fentanyl.
Menendez, N.J. mothers announce passage of Fentanyl Act
The bill also allows the Treasury Department to take special measures to combat fentanyl-related money laundering.
New bill targets opioid traffickers in fight against fentanyl
The New Jersey senator talked about the bill's urgency Tuesday in Passaic County, joined by mothers who lost sons to fentanyl.
Schumer urges sanctions on countries that send deadly opioids to U.S.
The senator says countries like China and Mexico would be forced to stop sending those drugs to the U.S.
CBS2 team takes home 12 Fair Media Council Folio Awards
The CBS2 News team took home 12 Fair Media Council Folio Awards on Friday.
U.S. alleges Rite Aid ignored red flags in filling opioid prescriptions
The Justice Department alleged Rite Aid's Government Affairs department told employees to delete internal information warning about suspicious prescribers.
Federal officials say opioid overdoses rising among youth
The city health department says 72 people ages 15-24 died from opioids in 2021, compared to 94 in 2020.
NYC bars stocking up on opioid overdose rescue kits
In 2021, there were 2,668 overdose deaths in New York City, compared with 2,103 in 2020.
Recent increase in opioid overdoses reported on Long Island
There has been an unusual increase in both fatal and non-fatal overdoses in the last week.
Report shows 14% jump in opioid overdose deaths across NYS
It's a problem that's leaving parents grieving and doctors pushing for change.
Teva Pharmaceuticals to pay $4.2 billion opioid settlement; New York to get $523 million
Attorney General Letitia James says the agreement is the largest settlement she's reached with an individual opioid defendant.
Walk held in Westwood, N.J. to help those suffering from addiction
Nearly a thousand people came together for the annual A Walk to Remember: Addiction Awareness and Recovery.
NYC will receive $88.9 million to address overdoses in 2022
The funds are the first round of payments from the approximately $1.5 billion that James has secured for the state.
NYC leaders say overdose crisis needs more attention
Every four hours someone dies of a drug overdose in New York City.
Long Island receiving first opioid settlement money
As CBS2's Carolyn Gusoff reports, the funds are promised to communities that have been most impacted.
Lawmaker's bill would put Narcan in NYC clubs, bars
Lawmakers in the city are taking action to prevent opioid overdoses.
N.J. using over $640M from settlements to fight opioid crisis
New Jersey's share is a part of a $26 billion settlement with several states.
Biden offers "Unity Agenda" for the U.S.
President Biden offered a "Unity Agenda" during his State of the Union address, highlighting issues that cross partisan lines such as supporting mental health, helping veterans, beating the opioid epidemic and developing cures for cancer. Watch that portion of his remarks here.
Attorney General James: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. And Affiliates Found Liable In Landmark Opioids Trial
A verdict was reached Thursday in a precedent-setting trial in New York state, pitting victims, their families, towns and communities in a class action lawsuit against a dozen pharmaceutical companies.
Nation's Eyes On New York As Unprecedented Opioid Trial Begins On Long Island
The first opioid trial in America is underway. Pharmaceutical companies are accused of fueling the epidemic that has claimed thousands of lives and affected millions more.
McKinsey & Company Agrees To Pay $537 Million For Role In Opioid Epidemic
Prosecutors, including New York's Attorney General, say McKinsey & Company raked in millions of dollars by helping opioid companies market and sell their drugs.
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Jackpot for Monday night's Powerball drawing rises to $785 million, fourth largest in history
The jackpot is now the fourth largest in the history of the Powerball game.
Bronx residents protest possibility of former college building to be used as migrant shelter
Bronx residents gathered in Riverdale Sunday evening, protesting the possibility of a former Manhattan College building being turned into a shelter for asylum seekers.
Four displaced after fire on Main St. in South River, New Jersey
A fire along Main St. in South River, New Jersey left two families, and four people displaced Sunday evening.
Yankees miss playoffs for first time since 2016 with windy 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks
The New York Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, getting mathematically eliminated with a 7-1 loss Sunday to the Arizona Diamondbacks as Zac Gallen pitched six innings and got his 17th win.
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Jackpot for Monday night's Powerball drawing rises to $785 million, fourth largest in history
The jackpot is now the fourth largest in the history of the Powerball game.
Bronx residents protest possibility of former college building to be used as migrant shelter
Bronx residents gathered in Riverdale Sunday evening, protesting the possibility of a former Manhattan College building being turned into a shelter for asylum seekers.
The Point: Rep. Mike Lawler on asylum seekers, government shutdown and more
Rep. Mike Lawler is a freshman congressman with a lot on his plate. He spoke with Marcia Kramer about the possibility of a government shutdown and much more.
Baruch College ranked top value of any university nationwide
Baruch College ranked number one on the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 survey for having the best value of any university nationwide.
First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
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First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
First Alert Weather: Red Alert as Topical Storm Ophelia heads toward NYC
Friday we'll see increasing clouds ahead of the storm that will likely impact your Saturday plans. Stick with CBS New York for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
First Alert Weather: Another nice day, before rain moves back in
Today we'll see mostly sunshine and low humidity with temperatures in the low 70s, but our First Alert Weather team is tracking rain that could impact your weekend plans.
Westport Police discuss rise in carjackings, car thefts
Authorities say the thieves are using stolen vehicles from Westport to commit crimes in other areas.
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Four displaced after fire on Main St. in South River, New Jersey
A fire along Main St. in South River, New Jersey left two families, and four people displaced Sunday evening.
First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
Tropical Storm Ophelia triggers coastal flooding in N.J.
At high tide, water spilled over bulkheads and filled streets down the the Jersey Shore.
1 injured when tree falls onto Manalapan Township home
"The steps were blocked. The whole roof caved in," homeowner Paul Kimmel said.
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First Alert Forecast: Yellow Alert Sunday as Ophelia's remnants soak our area
While what Ophelia delivers won't be as intense as what was seen on Saturday, it's enough to warrant a Yellow Alert for all of Sunday.
Ophelia downgraded to Tropical Depression
As Ophelia slowly moves north, effects will still be felt across our area through Sunday.
Long Island's first Ironman Triathlon held despite rain, wind
Not only did participants have to swim, bike and run, they also had to compete with Mother Nature.
Long Island bracing for floods from Tropical Storm Ophelia
The Long Beach Boardwalk was mostly empty Saturday morning and the surf intensified as the huge storm got nearer.
NTSB begins investigation into Farmingdale H.S. bus crash
The NTSB says their investigation is expected to take about five to seven days.
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The Point: Rep. Mike Lawler on asylum seekers, government shutdown and more
Rep. Mike Lawler is a freshman congressman with a lot on his plate. He spoke with Marcia Kramer about the possibility of a government shutdown and much more.
Ocasio-Cortez says New Jersey's Menendez should resign after indictment
"I think the situation is quite unfortunate, but I do believe that it is in the best interest for Sen. Menendez to resign in this moment," Ocasio-Cortez told "Face the Nation."
Rep. Andy Kim to challenge Robert Menendez for Senate seat
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife were indicted Friday, accused of accepting lavish bribes in exchange for official acts.
Sen. Menendez's indictment shakes up NJ political landscape
Menendez and his wife are accused of taking thousands of dollars in cash and gold bars in exchange for official acts.
Rep. Mike Lawler discusses possible government shutdown
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been unable to convince hard-right Republicans to approve a temporary funding bill.
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New freezing treatments used to fight prostate cancer
Doctors use new imaging tools to more precisely isolate the cancer, then they freeze the area.
Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
Earlier this month, Sufjan Stevens said he was transferred to acute rehab, where he is undergoing intensive physical therapy after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.
Hackensack University Medical Center
The CDC says more than 1 in 4 older adults falls each year, but fewer than half tell their doctor about it.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Mount Sinai study shows health disparities in preschoolers
Mount Sinai studied nearly 4,000 preschool students in Harlem; Bogota, Columbia, and Madrid, Spain.
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Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
Thousands brave the rain to attend Global Citizen Festival
The festival advocates for equality across various global campaigns.
Global Citizen Festival returns to Central Park for 11th year
The show will go on rain or shine, but grab a good raincoat or poncho because umbrellas are not allowed.
Bronx native reflects on photographing hip-hop history
Hip-hop icons like Fat Joe credit him for documenting the music, the battles, the breakdancing and the art.
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Yankees miss playoffs for first time since 2016 with windy 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks
The New York Yankees missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, getting mathematically eliminated with a 7-1 loss Sunday to the Arizona Diamondbacks as Zac Gallen pitched six innings and got his 17th win.
Patriots beat Jets 15-10 to extend their winning streak to 15 straight over New York
Mac Jones threw a touchdown pass, Matt Judon had a late safety and the New England Patriots extended their winning streak over the New York Jets to 15 games with an ugly 15-10 victory.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
Red Bulls beat DC United 5-3 in 101st meeting
New York won consecutive games in the series for the first time since a three-match run in 2017-18.
Harper sparks Phillies to come-from-behind win over Mets
Quintana (3-6) gave up six runs — five earned runs — and eight hits in six innings with a season-high 10 strikeouts.
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NYPD data appears to show racial disparities in traffic stops
The NYCLU obtained this information through litigation against the NYPD.
Looking back 45 years after Greenpoint Oil Spill discovery
In 1978, a Coast Guard helicopter on routine patrol found oil flowing into the Newtown Creek.
Advocates help uplift South Asian abuse survivors in NYC
Studies show nearly half of South Asian people in the United States report experiencing gender-based violence.
East Harlem monument honors Hurricane Maria victims
Six years after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Ricans are still struggling to rebuild.
Riverdale residents blame retaining wall for flooding
Residents and business owners on a stretch of Riverdale Avenue say a retaining wall is causing properties to flood.
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Photos: Crowd turns chaotic during Union Square giveaway
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Photos: Crane catches fire, partially collapses in NYC
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
Tony Bennett, N.Y. native and music legend, through the years
The Grammy Award winning singer who graced the stage for generations died at the age of 96.
Inside the Gilgo Beach murders investigation
A suspect has been charged in connection with a long-unsolved string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Macy's 4th of July fireworks show dazzles NYC skyline
The 47th annual Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Show lit up the skies over the East River on Tuesday night.
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Growing calls for Senator Bob Menendez to resign after indictment on bribery charges
Growing calls for Senator Bob Menendez to resign after indictment on bribery charges
Fire at Bed-Stuy apartment building displaces 19 families, injures three
Dozens of families are now displaced after a fire ripped through a Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn apartment building.
First Alert Weather: Yellow Alert extended through Monday morning
Vanessa Murdock has a look at your First Alert forecast
Bronx residents protest possible conversion of former college building into Migrant Shelter
Bronx residents gathered in Riverdale Sunday, protesting the possibility of a former Manhattan College building being turned into a shelter for asylum seekers.
MTA rolls out free bus service in pilot program
There will be one fare-free bus route in each borough as part of a pilot program to improve service.
