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.
Former correctional officer indicted for bribery scheme bringing meth, fentanyl into Seattle jail
A former King County Jail guard and five others were indicted on Thursday for a bribery scheme that brought drugs like meth and fentanyl into jail.
‘The goal is treatment’: Seattle City Attorney weighs in on drug possession ordinance
Waiting on the numbers. It's been almost two weeks since the new drug possession ordinance went into effect in Seattle. On Wednesday the Seattle City Attorney addressed community members in Queen Anne on the role her office will play in the process.
‘This is not about arresting people:’ SPD rolls out enforcement of new drug possession ordinance
The Seattle Police Department (SPD) delivered a press conference regarding a drug ordinance enforcement operation that was conducted in the downtown area on Friday.
Everett housing complex dealing with meth, fentanyl contamination
Officials in Everett and Snohomish County are working to provide a safe space for tenants and workers at Clare’s Place following reports of methamphetamine and fentanyl contamination.
Seattle Police Chief sheds light on plan to enforce new drug law
Beginning Oct. 20, Seattle Police will have the authority to arrest anyone publicly using or possessing drugs. Police Chief Adrian Diaz is shedding light on how officers will enforce the new rules.
Seattle mayor signs executive order giving guidance on city's new public drug use law
The law begins in 30 days, allowing the city attorney’s office to prosecute cases of open drug use and possession.
Washington, Oregon drug laws have not led to more fatal overdoses, study finds
Laws decriminalizing drug possession in Washington and Oregon have not led to more fatal drug overdoses, according to a recent study by the New York University School of Medicine.
Current deadly fentanyl overdose statistics surpass 2022 levels in King County
The year 2023 is trending to be the deadliest year yet when it comes to fentanyl overdoses. King County just passed its 2022 death toll and there are still three months to go in the year.
Kent showing early signs of progress on public drug use laws as more people seek treatment
Washington is more than one month into the enforcement of open drug use and possession laws. One city is already seeing some early signs of progress.
Snohomish County, tribal law enforcement issue warning of rainbow pastel fentanyl-laced pills
Officials with the Tulalip Police Department say they found a new kind of fentanyl that is scaring them due to its similarities to candy.
Docs: 2-year-old dies of fentanyl overdose, M.E. says it's the 'most pills she's ever seen in a child'
A 2-year-old girl has died from a fentanyl overdose in Washington state, and her father has pleaded not guilty in connection to her death.
Health officials use TikTok and Instagram ads to warn kids about fentanyl
The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department is using social media to warn children of the dangers of fentanyl use.
Seattle City Council approves new ordinance to prosecute public drug use
The Seattle City Council on Tuesday adopted its own version of the state’s public drug use laws.