Drug overdoses surge in some states: 5 takeaways on numbers that 'are people's lives,
Newly released figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate a staggering 107,543 drug overdose deaths in the U.S. during 2023.
Healthcare company execs arrested for running $100M online Adderall scheme
The founder-CEO and clinical president of a digital health company have been arrested and charged for their part in a multi-million-dollar scheme to give people easy access to Adderall and other restricted drugs, among other crimes.
Mom's dangerous addiction; woman shares her story with others
A new mom with a dangerous addiction shares her story. From patient to professional, learn how a woman has become a guiding light following her darkest hours.
US overdose deaths decline slightly in 2023, CDC reports
The CDC released data indicating a modest decrease in fatal overdoses in the United States last year.
Drug overdose deaths, 'Jump for Archie' hopes to curb crisis
A Wisconsin family is on a mission to reduce the number of drug overdose deaths. A "Jump for Archie" into Lac La Belle hopes of saving lives.
Wisconsin Drug Take Back Day; unwanted drugs disposed safely
Saturday, April is Drug Take Back Day in Wisconsin. It provides everyone with a safe way to get rid of unwanted prescription drugs.
Racine County harm reduction vending machine released in Sturtevant
Racine County Public Health Division (RCPH) announced on Monday, April 15 the placement of a harm reduction vending machine at its office in Sturtevant.
Drug overdose deaths, Wisconsin stakeholders discuss solutions
Wisconsin Department of Health Services data shows a steady rise in drug overdose deaths since 2018. What can be done to stop it?
Milwaukee County drug overdose deaths, lives lost recognized
Milwaukee County continues to have the highest number of opioid-related deaths in the state. Black Balloon Day recognizes those lives lost.
Waukesha County Heroin Task Force: 'Substantial decrease' in OD deaths
The Waukesha County Heroin Task Force (HTF) announced on Tuesday, Feb. 13 a substantial decrease in overdose deaths.
Opioid marketing firm settlement, Wisconsin to receive $6M
Wisconsin will receive more than $6 million as part of a multi-state opioid marketing settlement, Attorney General Josh Kaul announced Thursday.
Harm reduction vending machines; Milwaukee County urges businesses to host
Milwaukee County leaders are encouraging businesses and organizations on Tuesday, Jan. 23 to apply to host a Harm Reduction Vending Machines.
What is tianeptine? Lawmakers sound the alarm on 'gas station heroin'
Sold at gas stations across the country under names like “ZaZa Red” and “Neptune’s Elixir,” tianeptine use can lead to serious health complications and even death, officials say.
Jelly Roll gives powerful speech to Congress: 'Fentanyl transcends partisanship and ideology'
“I am a stupid songwriter y'all, but I have first hand witnessed this in a way most people have not," Jelly Roll told Congress. "Almost every person in this room has lost a friend, family member or colleague to the disease known as addiction."
Kenosha County overdose deaths; 9 cases in recent 12-day period
The Kenosha County Medical Examiner's Office is warning the public about the dangers of illegal drug use. This after nine overdoses in a recent 12-day period.
Racine County suspected opioid overdose alert: 'It's fentanyl still'
Racine County health agencies issued a public health alert due to an increase in suspected opioid drug overdoses, many linked to fentanyl.
North Carolina traffic stop uncovers enough fentanyl to kill 27 million people
In a significant development, a routine traffic stop in North Carolina unveiled a staggering amount of fentanyl, enough to potentially cause the death of 27 million people, exceeding the state's population.
Supreme Court grapples with OxyContin maker's bankruptcy deal, with billions of dollars at stake
The Supreme Court is wrestling with a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would shield members of the Sackler family who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids.
Washington County probable overdose death; Racine man arrested
Washington County investigators arrested a 26-year-old Racine man in connection with a probable fatal fentanyl overdose in Kewaskum.
National Drug Take Back Day; disposing unusable, unneeded drugs
National Drug Take Back Day events happened across Wisconsin, including in Caledonia, on Saturday.