DEA says Fentanyl laced with Xylazine found in NKY, Louisville, indicating ‘third wave’ of opioid epidemic
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Fentanyl in Kentucky may be now laced with an animal tranquilizer called Xylazine, what…
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Naloxone can help save someone suffering overdose; what we all should know about this lifesaving drug
By Dr. Trish Freeman University of Kentucky Chances are you or someone close to you has been directly impacted by…
Kentucky Attorney General defends ‘Casey’s Law’ in court as necessary tool for fighting drug epidemic
In furthering his commitment to fighting the drug epidemic, Attorney General Daniel Cameron has announced his office is defending a…
Traffic stop by Boone County Sheriff deputies on I-75 results in seizure of pharmacy of illegal drugs
Boone County Sheriff’s deputies conducting a traffic stop on Interstate 75 south of Richwood got much more than they bargained…
After years of steady increases, Kentucky’s overdose deaths declined in 2018; first time since 2013
Kentucky’s targeted approach to protecting its citizens from drug overdose deaths has resulted in the first decline since 2013. There…
Keene’s bill to put opioid settlement dollars in permanent fund is legislative priority for AG Beshear
Attorney General Andy Beshear and several Democratic lawmakers are supporting legislative reforms to ensure Kentucky can halt its opioid epidemic,…
Kentucky Health News: CDC study shows state has high rate of addicted mothers — and it’s rising
By Melissa Patrick and Al Cross Kentucky Health News Kentucky has had a very high rate of opioid-use disorder among…
AG Beshear tours Kenton County Detention Center, speaks with inmates in drug treatment program
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear was at the Kenton County Detention Center last week…
Andy Beshear: From coffee grounds to opioid disposal pouches, Kyians join fight against addiction
Over the years, you have heard me say that in order to tackle our state’s opioid epidemic, it’s going to…
State’s Overdose Fatality Report has no good news for NKY; Kenton has most fatalities per capita
Illicit fentanyl, a powerful and unpredictable opioid, has inflicted another harrowing year on the Commonwealth, claiming more lives than ever…
Beshear fighting temporary injunction request seeking to halt nation’s health care system
Attorney General Andy Beshear is fighting a request for a temporary injunction filed this week by a group of states…
Boone, Campbell, Kenton counties to enhance Northern Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy
The Boone, Campbell and Kenton County Fiscal Courts are partnering with several key organizations to enhance the Northern Kentucky Office…
Melisa Martin: ‘Pillbillies’– another stereotypical word about Appalachia that we can choose not to use
“A stereotype is a generalized statement or belief applied to everyone in a group, as though the entire group is…
Covington PD’s nine-month investigation results in drug charges for more than 50;14 already in custody
NKyTribune staff Covington Police Thursday released the results of a joint operation that resulted in charges against more than 50…
Boone County seeks volunteers to distribute literature in Walton to educate public on heroin issue
The Boone County Sheriff’s office and the Judge/Executive’s office are working to sign up volunteers to distribute literature in the…
Boone County needs volunteers to distribute door hangers Sat, raise awareness for Heroin Help Line
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office and the Judge/Executive’s Office are working to sign up volunteers to distribute literature in the…
Sanders at Northern Kentucky Convention Center Sunday; speaks against repeal of Affordable Care Act
Sen. Bernie Sanders was at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center in Covington for a rally Sunday evening. A large crowd…
Gov. Bevin launches public awareness campaign to help combat opioids, highlights resources, treatment
Gov. Matt Bevin is urging all Kentuckians to help beat back the opioid epidemic with a new public awareness campaign…
Boone County creates Quick Response Team to deal with addiction; region’s No. 1 public safety issue
Boone County has initiated a plan to combat the drug addiction crisis that has crippled the region by creating a…
Sen. McConnell: Battle against opioid addiction continues; increased federal funding will help
As many as two million Americans are struggling with prescription drug addiction across the nation. Tragically, heroin and opioid overdoses…
Kenton County Detention Center addiction treatment programs featured in KET documentary
Innovative programs at the Kenton County Detention Center are highlighted in KET’s Journey to Recovery documentary, which takes an in-depth look at…
Burr Travis receives Ray of Hope Award at Friends of NorthKey Community Care Apple Blossom Brunch
Northern Kentucky attorney Burr Travis was recognized with the Ray of Hope Award at the Friends of NorthKey Community Care…