More states legalize fentanyl test strips to fight rising opioid deaths
Roughly 20 states have legalized the test strips to stop rising deaths from the opioid crisis. The strips are still technically illegal in some states under drug paraphernalia laws.
Opioid crisis: Sackler family granted immunity from Purdue OxyContin lawsuits
Court grants billionaires liability protection from lawsuits seeking damages over the opioid crisis
Alexandria supplying Narcan in restaurants
Recently, the Alexandria Health Department ended its inspections and checkups at restaurants by asking if eateries would be interested in being trained on and receiving Narcan.
FDA approves new nasal spray to reverse fentanyl, other opioid overdoses
U.S. health regulators on Monday approved a new easy-to-use version of a medication to reverse overdoses caused by fentanyl and other opioids driving the nation’s drug crisis.
Rainbow fentanyl: Ohio AG warns of ‘death disguised as candy’
Authorities in Ohio are issuing another warning about the so-called “rainbow fentanyl" after hundreds of these pills were seized near Columbus.
A look at the DEA's fentanyl-related investigations in the DC area
Investigations have led to the arrest of 240 criminals, the seizure of 98 pounds of fentanyl powder, more than 224,000 fake pills, 126 pounds of methamphetamine, more than 500 guns, and $4.5 million.
MCPS students now allowed to bring Narcan to class
It's now okay for students in Montgomery County Public Schools to carry Narcan as a means to save the lives of classmates who overdose on fentanyl-laced opioids.
Maryland, Virginia leaders hold drug safety meeting on Narcan
Drug safety is taking center stage in Maryland and Virginia as Montgomery County Public School leaders and Virginia Congressman Don Beyer hold separate events to discuss the use of the opioid reversal drug Narcan.
Arlington firefighters may start handing out Narcan at overdose scenes
A partnership with Virginia’s Department of Health will allow all Arlington County firefighters in the engines, and medic trucks to leave Narcan at overdose scenes for free.
Virginia plans to track fentanyl use through wastewater
As the nation continues to deal with the deadly fentanyl crisis, Virginia is looking to track wastewater to try to fight the epidemic.
'Accessibility is critical' when it comes to fentanyl test strips, group says
Fentanyl test strips are an inexpensive way to prevent overdoses and reduce harm, but some in the community say they need to be more accessible in the DMV area.
Gov. Moore signs law requiring Maryland hospitals to test for fentanyl
As the country grapples with an ongoing fentanyl crisis, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has signed a first-of-its-kind bill into law that aims to save lives.
Alexandria City leaders turn to community for help in combatting drug overdoses
Students spoke out Thursday about the dangers of drugs as Alexandria City leaders are turning to the community for help in cracking down on drug overdoses.
Man sentenced in deadly fentanyl linked overdose of 14-year-old Virginia boy
A Woodbridge, Virginia man was sentenced to over four years in prison for selling pills to a 14-year-old boy who died of a fentanyl overdose, authorities say.
Ghost gun, fentanyl among contraband seized by Maryland State Police during searches, crashes
Maryland State Police say a ghost gun and fentanyl were among the contraband law enforcement officers seized recently during vehicle searches and crashes.
DC police hosts drug take back day
The Metropolitan Police Department is partnering with the DEA for a prescription drug take back day on Saturday, April 22.
Opioid overdoses increase in Montgomery County as leaders work to curb spike
The drug crisis continues to grow in Montgomery County as more children and teens are ending up in the emergency room due to opioid overdoses.
Alexandria Public Schools, DEA host substance abuse prevention workshop for parents
Alexandria Public Schools is teaming up with the DEA to provide families with the tools they need to keep their kids safe from drugs.
90% increase in kids visiting ER due to opioids, new report says
A new report says kids overdosing on opioids is up 90% from last year in Montgomery County.
2-year-old revived with Narcan in Manassas
A 2-year-old was revived with Narcan after overdosing Friday in Manassas, police say.