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Police are still investigating the shocking overdose of five women at a New Jersey mall this week. The case is bringing to light the fentanyl crisis in the Tri-State Area and across the country. CBS2's Nick Caloway went to find out just how bad the problem is.
Officials say the women, between the ages of 29 and 41, had to be revived, and four were taken to the hospital.
Police say the women who overdosed at a mall in New Jersey on Wednesday likely ingested the drug fentanyl, but it might not have been on purpose. CBS2's Alecia Reid takes a closer look at the fentanyl crisis impacting our community.
Officials say five employees between the ages of 29 and 41 had to be revived Wednesday after they apparently overdosed on fentanyl. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
Police say it appears they women overdosed on fentanyl at the upscale Shops at Riverside. CBS2's John Dias has the latest on the investigation.
Police say they responded to a call at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack. First responders gave CPR and Narcan to the five women found unresponsive. CBS2's Maurice Dubois reports.
The Justice Department alleged Rite Aid's Government Affairs department told employees to delete internal information warning about suspicious prescribers.
With fentanyl becoming a bigger danger for our kids, and overdoses rising among teens, there's now growing concern they could happen in schools. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram reports.
The student was said to have vaped a marijuana concentrate, which may have contained fentanyl.
A student reportedly vaped marijuana that police believe was laced with fentanyl before being saved with Narcan.
Officials said the student apparently vaped marijuana concentrate that may have contained something more dangerous. CBS2's Tony Aiello reports.
Agents seized 1.9 million fentanyl-laced pills across the state in 2022.
Authorities say drug cartels are targeting the younger generation with social media and colorful pressed pills.
The opioid crisis is gripping our area, and fentanyl is taking more and more lives every day. Now, dealers have found new ways to market the deadly drug. Jennifer Bisram went inside the DEA's laboratory in a CBS2 News exclusive.
The opioid crisis is gripping our area, and fentanyl is taking more and more lives every day. Now, dealers have found new ways to market the deadly drug. Jennifer Bisram went inside the DEA's laboratory in a CBS2 News exclusive.
Some families need extra help this holiday as they struggle with empty chairs at the table. Accidental overdose has claimed hundreds of young lives this year. CBS2's Jennifer McLogan spoke with parents who are using their grief to raise public awareness about the dangers of fentanyl.
A working theory is the victims intended to use cocaine and may not have known the drugs contained fentanyl.
CBS2's Tony Aiello spoke with police and addiction experts after the horrifying discovery.
Two suspects now face multiple charges in connection with the bust.
The Senate majority leader is calling for an additional $290 million in funding to help in the fight.
The Senate majority leader says drug dealers are targeting teens and children with this highly addictive form of the drug. CBS2's Thalia Perez reports.
The Senate majority leader says he wants $290 million in funding to fight the influx of the dangerous drug. CBS2's Dana Tyler reports.
The city says the initiative is meant to lower the more than 2,000 New Yorkers who die from overdoses every year.
The city says the initiative is meant to lower the more than 2,000 overdose deaths every year, CBS2's Christina Fan reports.
Many grieving families need financial help because they've emptied bank accounts paying for treatment programs.
Elie Wiesel is just the 18th honoree in the United States Postal Service's "Distinguished Americans" series.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
Elie Wiesel is just the 18th honoree in the United States Postal Service's "Distinguished Americans" series.
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
The victim's daughter says her mother has not been able to verbally communicate.
Adams is also issuing an executive order to strengthen oversight of the longstanding, and controversial, industry.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
The bear was euthanized after it bit a woman. Witnesses said it had been acting strange before the attack.
Before a bill signing last week, New Jersey residents who were interested would have to seek the process out of state.
With Justin Fields still feeling the effects of a concussion, winless New York will turn to its veteran backup on Sunday.
Just about everyone who lives on Hopper Street tells a similar story. The smell has been around for a while and nobody seems to know why.
Grab the umbrella before you leave the house today, because rounds of rain are possible off and on throughout the day.
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
The state comptroller's office says a new law is helping New Yorkers get faster returns.
The KPMG Women's PGA will be played on the Black Course at Bethpage Black in 2028, while the PGA Championship will go to Bethpage Black for the second time in 2033.
A new bug in New York that is small in size is causing serious damage to certain trees.
The boy's emergency cellphone helped locate him.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday for a second day of questioning by lawmakers.
Former CDC Director Susan Monarez and Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry testified before a Senate panel weeks after departing in a dramatic shakeup at the health agency.
Former President Barack Obama addressed recent acts of political violence during remarks at a Pennsylvania nonprofit on Tuesday.
The agency said it is working to identify and notify people who may have been exposed.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
ABC's announcement came after media giant Nexstar announced in a news release that it would preempt Kimmel's show indefinitely on all its stations over Jimmy Kimmel's remarks.
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is pregnant and having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.
Pictures show Robert Redford in classic films including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "Three Days of the Condor."
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
More than 250,000 spectators will be in Farmingdale next week. Volunteers will be tasked with everything from giving directions to keeping Bethpage State Park shining.
The KPMG Women's PGA will be played on the Black Course at Bethpage Black in 2028, while the PGA Championship will go to Bethpage Black for the second time in 2033.
With Justin Fields still feeling the effects of a concussion, winless New York will turn to its veteran backup on Sunday.
David Bednar just held on to get the final three outs, and the New York Yankees held on to beat the Minnesota Twins 10-9 after nearly wasting a nine-run lead.
The Mets hit four home runs in their 8-3 victory over the visiting Padres on Tuesday night.
Christopher Burke estimates he's covered almost the entire western half of the borough, and is more than halfway through.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
New York residents may be owed unclaimed funds, the state comptroller says.
The NYPD says it's taking steps to keep observances safe as Rosh Hashanah begins next week.
Opponents of a bike lane in Queens claim it will compromise school safety and create bottlenecks for first responders in emergencies, but supporters say the data paints a very different picture. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan has more on the heated debate.
Following a recent string of water main breaks, some construction projects in Hoboken have been paused.
A new poll has Democrat Mikie Sherrill leading Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the race for New Jersey governor.
