Former DEA agent educates community members on dangers of fentanyl
The federal government's High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program is partnering with local communities to screen a documentary on the dangers of fentanyl.
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The federal government's High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program is partnering with local communities to screen a documentary on the dangers of fentanyl.
Over 40,000 fentanyl pills were seized during a traffic stop in Smith County last week, officials announced Sunday.
The army said the outdoor lab was discovered in the capital of Sinaloa, which is home to the drug cartel of the same name.
Dr. Atikinson, who is the medical director of the Teen Recovery Program at Children's Health , discusses what parents need to know about the growing fentanyl crisis.
Approval could come as early as later this year.
A 14-year-old girl who was a victim of fentanyl poisoning says drugs were everywhere at R. L. Turner High School in Carrollton where she was a student.
The couple is accused of selling fentanyl-laced drugs to teens.
Over 100 parents showed up to a school board meeting discussing the ongoing drug problem.
What may be the biggest threat to the health and safety of children in North Texas brought a lot of parents together Thursday night in Carrollton.
What may be the biggest threat to the health and safety of children in North Texas brought a lot of parents together Thursday night in Carrollton.
Lilia Astudillo hopes her son's death forces people to take notice and take action.
Lilia Astudillo hopes her son's death forces people to take notice and take action.
"We're not in a situation anymore where kids can learn from their mistakes. They might not have that opportunity. It might be one mistake that ends their life."
"We're not in a situation anymore where kids can learn from their mistakes. They might not have that opportunity. It might be one mistake that ends their life."
Investigators say they led a fentanyl ring which led to at least ten student overdoses and three deaths.
The victims went to middle schools and a high school in Carrollton.
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 7.4 pounds of fentanyl worth more than $170,000 on Jan. 18.
The DEA released a report on just how much fentanyl they seized across North Texas in 2022 and the numbers are shocking.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a leading cause of death for Americans 18-45 is drug overdose and poisoning.
There's a new treatment for combating fentanyl overdose many first responders are using called ZIMHI, which is administered like an epipen through the thigh and provides a stronger dose of naloxone into the body.
A North Texas mom is turning her tragedy into an opportunity for change, teaching responders about new treatments.
There are new battles at the U.S.-Mexico border over the most dangerous narcotic law enforcement has ever seen.
Brian Davis, 37, is alleged to be responsible for an overdose death in Collin County, officials said.
The seizure is notable since it marks one of the first times border protection officers in El Paso have encountered the multi-colored rainbow fentanyl pills.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Despite the holes, the firefighters were able to extinguish the fire.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
This weekend, expect warmer temperatures on Saturday with highs near 60 before a cold front moves through into Sunday.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Despite the holes, the firefighters were able to extinguish the fire.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
This weekend, expect warmer temperatures on Saturday with highs near 60 before a cold front moves through into Sunday.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
The average wait for a bed in a maximum-security psychiatric facility in Texas is over eight months.
At a legislative hearing, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Judge Rob Kelly for being absent in his county's time of need.
Texas House Democratic Caucus Chair Gene Wu of Houston discusses his reaction to the Supreme Court's ruling upholding the 2025 map so that they can be used for the March primary and next year's midterm elections. He told Jack Fink, "it's beyond disappointing."
Gov. Greg Abbott discusses the redistricting battle an hour before the U.S. Supreme Court announced that they would allow the newly drawn maps to be implemented.
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
The decision from the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the new Texas redistricting maps is a big win for Republicans in the state. Texas Republicans stand to gain up to 5 seats with the implementation of these new maps for the March 3rd primary and 2026 midterm elections. Political reporter Jack Fink explains what's next.
The U.S. Supreme Court Justices will keep the 2025 congressional maps in place for next year's all-important midterm elections.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A group of North Texas women has been working hard to preserve a style of dancing that had its heyday in the early part of the 20th century.
It's called H3N1, and it can not only cause more severe illness in older adults, but it's also proving to be resistant to flu vaccines.
A North Texas man serves the community as a full-time Crowley police officer; however, that young officer is the one who needs help after he received a life-threatening diagnosis over the summer.
The toolkit includes tips for caretakers and applies to anyone with dementia.
Louisiana Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a critic of government vaccine mandates, has been quietly appointed to one of the CDC's top positions.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
President Donald Trump's plan to cut record beef prices by importing more meat from Argentina is running into heated opposition from U.S. ranchers.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have beaten the Dallas Cowboys to stay atop the NFC wild-card race.
Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb suffered a concussion against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14 of the 2025 NFL season on Thursday.
The Dallas Stars shut out the New Jersey Devils 3-0 on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are the top two teams in the hunt for an NFC wild card and are still holding on to hopes to compete for division championships.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
The heavy metal band has not only changed lives with their music; they've also changed lives with their philanthropy – from donations to food banks and disaster relief, to their charity, All Within My Hands, which has donated to workforce education and other critical services.
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
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.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
