Nevada’s Attorney General Aaron Ford has stepped up in a big way, locking in about $58 million for state and local governments as part of the nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. This isn’t just another payout—it’s a strong push for accountability and public safety, taking on
Las Vegas, NV – A 3-year-old girl was hospitalized after overdosing on fentanyl, prompting the arrest of her mother who allegedly traveled to Mexico multiple times to purchase the illicit drug. According to the 8 News Now Investigators, Las Vegas Metro police responded to an apartment on September 28th following
Las Vegas, NV – A Las Vegas doctor has been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for illegally distributing opioids. William Alvear received a 27-month sentence on Monday following his conviction last year on multiple counts of distributing a controlled substance. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office
Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office has released a toxicology report revealing that actor Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit sitcom “Friends,” died from an accidental overdose of ketamine, a medication with anesthetic and psychedelic properties. The
NEVADA – On September 11th, a tragic incident occurred in Fernley, Nevada, where two individuals lost their lives due to an apparent overdose. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office deputies and North Lyon Fire Department personnel promptly responded to a call on Jessica Lane in Fernley around 4:30 p.m., reporting an
Later this week, Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas will organize an opioid take-back day to help spread awareness of the risk of overdose. On Saturday, October 29, starting at 10 a.m., the hospital will conduct its third annual “Crush the Crisis” day. to 2 p.m. With drive-thru and drop-off
Despite being fact-checked twice, Senator Cortez Masto continues to run false attack ads
The Southern Nevada Health District Warns of Fentanyl Overdose Risk LAS VEGAS – Southern Nevada Health District warns about fentanyl after six overdoses in 36 hours. Four of the six overdoses were fentanyl overdoses, according to LVMPD. Fentanyl caused 46% of overdose deaths in Clark County in the past three
Carson City’s Opioid Memorial Wall Runs Through Friday Author: Nevada Globe Staff NEVADA – The Nevada Attorney General’s Office is displaying the Opioid Memorial Wall through Sept. 2. The wall is on display to raise awareness of the opioid issue in Nevada and the nation. The wall is on exhibit
LAS VEGAS – A Las Vegas mother is currently in custody with a bail set at $20,000 following her arrest on Thursday for child abuse. Authorities allege that she allowed her 17-month-old child to ingest fentanyl-laced painkillers. Regena Coyle, 39, made her initial court appearance on Friday, facing charges of