The push for Narcan in schools amid rising overdose deaths
The growing calls for naloxone in schools are a response to increasing overdose deaths in young people.
The growing calls for naloxone in schools are a response to increasing overdose deaths in young people.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer also known as "tranq," was detected in more than 1 in 10 fentanyl deaths across 20 states and D.C.
Kouri Richins, who has been charged with murder in her late husband's death, was sued by his sister.
Private equity groups are cashing in on rising rates of alcohol and drug addiction in the U.S.
A judge has dismissed the murder charge against the parents of a one-year-old, who died after ingesting a massive amount of fentanyl.
A 15-year-old girl in Riverside, Calif. stopped breathing -- and that's when the school resource officer, assistant principal and other staff jumped in, authorities said.
The Food and Drug Administration warned that overdoses from xylazine mirror opioid overdoses, but may not be reversed by naloxone.
A toxicology report found a mix of alcohol, fentanyl and oxycodone in Tyler Skaggs' system after he was found dead in a suburban Dallas hotel room in 2019.
Rainbow-colored pills are "being marketed and aimed at young people," DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said.
The fentanyl crisis impacts almost all of the communities across the state of Colorado. In response, 200 public health officials have gathered for a summit.
Troopers with the Colorado State Patrol made what they believe is the biggest fentanyl bust on a highway in the United States.
Troopers with the Colorado State Patrol made what they believe is the biggest fentanyl bust on a highway in the United States.
Police in Colorado Springs released the mugshots of the parents of a toddler who died last year of exposure to fentanyl.
Police in Denver make a massive fentanyl bust while officers were trying to track down a stolen vehicle.
The district attorney's office in Boulder County formally charged a 25-year-old man of manslaughter after police say he supplied someone with fentanyl pills and that person died.
On day one of a first-of-its-kind fentanyl summit at the Denver Art Museum, law enforcement agencies and prosecutors from both Adams and Broomfield counties heard from several Colorado families who lost loved ones to the lethal drug.
Dozens of elected officials, law enforcement officers, prosecutors and victim advocates gathered in Denver on Thursday for a summit on how Colorado can better address the fentanyl crisis. The drug has killed many people and is now regularly showing up in drug tests of those who are overdosing.
A drug crisis is currently plaguing the United States, with 107,000 lives lost in 2021, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It's hitting us hard here in Colorado, and leaders say, frankly, they're sick of it.
A bill to fight the fentanyl crisis was signed into law on Wednesday by Gov. Jared Polis.
Fentanyl-related overdoses have risen 260 percent in our state since 2019.
Neighbors say drugs, including fentanyl, are rampant among dangerous groups congregating at the RTD W light rail station in Denver at Knox Court.
Colorado's Legislature capped its session by passing a bill designed to confront the fentanyl crisis by giving prosecutors more room to pursue felony convictions while providing substantial support and treatment services.
A fentanyl dealer is under arrest after police in Louisville say they saved a woman who nearly overdosed on the drug.
Opponents of a bill addressing Colorado's fentanyl crisis stepped up their efforts to derail the bill on Tuesday.
Vice President Kamala Harris said Vance "participated in blocking protections for IVF" and has indicated he backs a national abortion ban.
While Arvada High School changed its mascot long before a 2021 Colorado law banned the use of American Indian mascots, a state commission says the historical display inside the school is now in violation.
Police in Wheat Ridge are using drones to survey the scene before officers engage with potential suspects.
Kai Trump, Donald Trump Jr.'s daughter, and Donald Trump's eldest grandchild, spoke Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention.
Old images of former President Donald Trump were recirculated on social media in the days after his attempted assassination to push false claims about his condition.
While Arvada High School changed its mascot long before a 2021 Colorado law banned the use of American Indian mascots, a state commission says the historical display inside the school is now in violation.
Police in Wheat Ridge are using drones to survey the scene before officers engage with potential suspects.
A rare orange lobster is making his home at the Denver Aquarium after he almost ended up on someone's dinner plate!
Part of the mission of the Colorado Music Festival is to expand access to musical education to young musicians.
A woman who met Dr. Stephen Matthews on a dating app and subsequently got together with him in 2023, testified Wednesday in a Denver courtroom that she believed the cardiologist 'spiked' a drink he made for her at his home.
Former CU basketball stars are back in Boulder as they prepare to compete in a tournament for a chance to win $1 million.
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance made his national debut Wednesday night at the third night of the Republican National Convention, tying his own personal life story made famous in "Hillbilly Elegy" to a call for the "Make America Great Again" agenda.
While Arvada High School changed its mascot long before a 2021 Colorado law banned the use of American Indian mascots, a state commission says the historical display inside the school is now in violation.
CBS News Colorado Reporter Gabriela Vidal spoke to employees who gave that reaction to a teen being arrested after being accused of harassing and stealing from customers.
The lawyers representing former Denver Broncos star Terrell Davis say United Airlines so far hasn't done enough to right what they say was an "injustice" done to their client. They sent a letter to the airline and shared it with CBS Colorado on Tuesday.
Mayor Anne Hidalgo declared the Seine river "exquisite" after taking a long-promised dip to show its water is safe for the Paris Olympics.
It was to be a night of nationwide exposure for the rising performer and Colorado native, instead, it drew criticism and expressions of concern.
The lawyers representing former Denver Broncos star Terrell Davis say United Airlines so far hasn't done enough to right what they say was an "injustice" done to their client.
Six years ago the Nuggets learned that they would have a long wait before they would see their first round draft pick Michael Porter Jr. on the court. A similar situation has emerged this year for the Nuggets with their most recent pick.
FBI agents detained Denver Broncos Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis over the weekend after an incident that happened during a commercial plane flight.
Vice President Kamala Harris said Vance "participated in blocking protections for IVF" and has indicated he backs a national abortion ban.
Kai Trump, Donald Trump Jr.'s daughter, and Donald Trump's eldest grandchild, spoke Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention.
Old images of former President Donald Trump were recirculated on social media in the days after his attempted assassination to push false claims about his condition.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
Vice President Kamala Harris said Vance "participated in blocking protections for IVF" and has indicated he backs a national abortion ban.
Kai Trump, Donald Trump Jr.'s daughter, and Donald Trump's eldest grandchild, spoke Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention.
Old images of former President Donald Trump were recirculated on social media in the days after his attempted assassination to push false claims about his condition.
President Biden said, "I feel good," after the White House announced he had tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing mild symptoms.
In an interview with BET News, Biden said he'd reevaluate his decision to run "if doctors came to me and said you got this problem."
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
Children's Colorado is hosting it's annual Courage Classic Bike Tour to raise money for all it's departments.
At least 36 have been hospitalized after eating the mushroom "edibles."
A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it may be. Here's what experts say.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
The closure of a neighborhood Walmart on East Colfax Avenue and Havana Street left the community without a valued grocery store.
Here's how much EssilorLuxottica is paying for Supreme, the skate brand with a cult following.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
Aurora got a massive economic boost when Philip Morris International announced plans to build a 600,000 square foot manufacturing facility in the city.
A new national study from Prudential Financial shows Gen Xers are struggling to be prepared for retirement.
As temperatures heat up and Coloradans escape extreme weather outside, the heat will also put a strain on air conditioners keeping you cool inside.
Last week was scorching hot in Colorado, so many people were staying indoors and cranking up the air conditioning.
The University of Denver is launching a new certificate program to address affordable housing needs in Colorado.
Right now, Coloradans are struggling to make ends meet, and a nonprofit in Denver is providing opportunities to change that.