Pain clinic CEO faced 20 years for fraud. He got 18 months.
Michael Kestner, CEO of Pain MD, was convicted of 13 fraud felonies after his company gave patients hundreds of thousands of questionable injections.
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Walgreens to pay $300 million settlement in opioid prescriptions case
Walgreens has agreed to pay the government $300 million to settle claims that it unlawfully filled millions of invalid prescriptions.
Claimant: Opioid victims not getting justice in proposed Purdue settlement
Here's why people alleging Purdue Pharma's opioids harmed them may not see much of the proposed $7.4 billion settlement in a bankruptcy case.
Potential $7.4B Purdue Pharma opioid settlement frustrates some victims
Opioid victims are not getting a "fair shake" in potential $7.4 billion settlement, a claimant in the Purdue Pharmacy bankruptcy case says.
Fentanyl exposure among U.S. children spiked over the past decade: Study
The majority of fentanyl exposure cases among teens was characterized as intentional misuse or abuse, according to the study published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse.
As federal funding dries up, states turn to opioid settlement money
Uncertainty over funding for federal safety net programs may lead some state officials to turn to opioid settlement dollars to make up the difference.
Map shows drug overdose death trends by state
Data shows overdose deaths decreased by 4% between 2022 and 2023. The trend continued into 2024.
Non-opioid pain pill could be game-changer
The Federal Drug Administration last month approved Journavx, a new kind of non-addictive pain medication. Doctors say Journavx is an important alternative because the power of opioids helped fuel an overdose epidemic and a surge in fentanyl use. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Fact-checking some claims made at VP debate
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance of Ohio made several claims at Tuesday night's vice presidential debate. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins with a fact-check on the opioid crisis, immigration and more.
Man accused of selling fake pills across U.S. out of garage "lab"
Federal law enforcement officials called the case one of the largest counterfeit pill busts ever in New England.
Harm reduction program seeks to curb overdoses on Cherokee reservation
Harm reduction focuses on preventing drug overdoses and the spread of infectious diseases rather than urging abstinence.
About 1 in 3 Americans have lost someone to a drug overdose, new study finds
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
DEA cracking down on pill presses
The Drug Enforcement Administration says it seized over 79 million fake pills containing fentanyl in 2023, a more than 33% increase from the year before. To combat the crisis, officials are cracking down on drug traffickers by targeting online retailers selling pill presses. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains.
Singer Sierra Ferrell talks roving past and remarkable rise
Sierra Ferrell is touring alongside the Avett Brothers and Zach Bryan this summer, but her road to success has been unconventional.
Oregon officials declare fentanyl state emergency amid rising overdoses
Oregon paved the way as the first state to decriminalize drug use, but overdose deaths have only risen since 2020.
State starts drug testing school wastewater
New Mexico is one of the first U.S. states to drug test its public schools' wastewater for a range of opioids and stimulants. Wall Street Journal reporter Sara Randazzo joins CBS News to examine some of the data released earlier in December.
Millions in opioid settlement funds sit untouched as overdose deaths rise
Some states haven't begun using opioid settlement funds intended to help curb the opioid epidemic. Meanwhile, more than 100,000 Americans died of an overdose last year.
Supreme Court weighs legal shield for Sacklers
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case over a settlement for victims of the opioid crisis. Approving the settlement would mean shielding the Sackler family, the former owners of Purdue Pharma, from future lawsuits. Jan Crawford reports.
Purdue Pharma bankruptcy shielding Sackler family heads to Supreme Court
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in September 2019 after it faced scores of lawsuits related to the opioid crisis.
Rite Aid files for bankruptcy amid opioid-related lawsuits and falling sales
But the major pharmacy chain says the filing is part of a plan to bring it back to financial health.
Dealer gets 30 years in prison after intentionally selling laced drugs
Billy Ortega intentionally mixed fentanyl with cocaine and sold it to five people. Three died.
U.S. targets China-based fentanyl trafficking
The Biden administration on Tuesday sanctioned 25 Chinese individuals and entities for their alleged involvement in manufacturing and selling fentanyl. The Justice Department also indicted eight Chinese companies and 12 executives. Demetri Sevastopulo, U.S.-China correspondent for the Financial Times, joins CBS News to unpack the crackdown.
You can't overdose on fentanyl just by touching it. Experts explain why.
Touching fentanyl or being near it won't cause a drug overdose, experts told CBS News.
2 charged in 1-year-old's death in day care after possible opioid exposure
Authorities say Nicholas Dominici died and three other children were hospitalized due to suspected opioid exposure while in day care in the Bronx.
Kroger to pay up to $1.4 billion to settle opioid lawsuits
The grocery store chain said most of the money will go to states, local governments and Native American tribes.
Curfew in effect in downtown L.A. as Newsom blasts Trump in address
Dozens of arrests have been made since the curfew began. Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom called President Trump's deploying National Guard troops to L.A. "authoritarianism."
Musk says he regrets some of his posts on Trump, conceding they "went too far"
Elon Musk says he regrets some of his recent criticisms of President Trump, in the wake of their public falling-out last week. Musk says some "went too far."
Lawyer: Abrego Garcia defending "constitutional protections for all of us"
The case could mark a turning point for due process rights in the U.S., Kilmar Abrego Garcia's attorney says.
Trump says he's restoring the original names of these Army bases
President Trump will restore seven more Army base names that originally honored Confederate military figures — but with different namesakes.
Trump's tariffs can stay in place amid legal battle, appeals court rules
President Trump's wide-reaching tariffs — including his "Liberation Day" levies — can stay in place until at least the end of July, an appeals court indicated.
California sues after 700 Marines arrive in L.A.
Some 700 Marines were deployed to Los Angeles, joining National Guard troops in the city. California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked a court to block the deployment.
TikTok's biggest star leaves U.S. after being detained by ICE agents
Khaby Lame rose to international fame during the pandemic without ever saying a word in his videos. He has over 162 million followers on TikTok.
New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver indicted on federal assault charges
The charges against Rep. LaMonica McIver stem from her involvement in a Newark ICE protest.
Florida man convicted of posing as flight attendant to get over 100 free flights
A South Florida man was convicted of wire fraud after spending six years posing as a flight attendant to book over 120 free flights.
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TikTok's biggest star leaves U.S. after being detained by ICE agents
Khaby Lame rose to international fame during the pandemic without ever saying a word in his videos. He has over 162 million followers on TikTok.
Trump's tariffs can stay in place amid legal battle, appeals court rules
President Trump's wide-reaching tariffs — including his "Liberation Day" levies — can stay in place until at least the end of July, an appeals court indicated.
Lawyer: Abrego Garcia defending "constitutional protections for all of us"
The case could mark a turning point for due process rights in the U.S., Kilmar Abrego Garcia's attorney says.
Georgia resentencing law could aid domestic abuse survivors in prison
The Survivor Justice Act would allow domestic violence survivors to ask for lower sentences if they can present evidence that abuse led them to commit their crime.
Protests against immigration raids spring up in cities across U.S.
Protests that sprang up in Los Angeles over immigration enforcement raids are beginning to spread across the country.
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Trump administration and China agree on "framework" to ease trade war disputes
The U.S. and China have agreed on a "framework" to resolve some disputes that threatened to derail fragile talks between the two countries.
Trump's tariffs can stay in place amid legal battle, appeals court rules
President Trump's wide-reaching tariffs — including his "Liberation Day" levies — can stay in place until at least the end of July, an appeals court indicated.
McDonald's shares slip after downgrade over weight loss drug adoption
Here's why McDonald's is more exposed than other fast-food brands to shifts in eating habits as a result of weight-loss drugs.
Live Nation to open 18 new venues across the U.S. Here's where.
Live Nation says it will invest $1 billion to build 18 new concert venues across the U.S., including in some smaller American cities.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is using his trial to sell pillows and raise money
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is asking for financial support during his defamation trial, urging consumers to buy his products or donate online.
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What to know about Trump's Army anniversary parade on June 14
The Army is commemorating its 250th anniversary with a festival and parade in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, June 14, which is also President Trump's 79th birthday.
Montana Supreme Court says several state abortion curbs are unconstitutional
Montana's Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling that struck down as unconstitutional several laws restricting abortion access, including a ban beyond 20 weeks of gestation.
Musk says he regrets some of his posts on Trump, conceding they "went too far"
Elon Musk says he regrets some of his recent criticisms of President Trump, in the wake of their public falling-out last week. Musk says some "went too far."
Trump administration and China agree on "framework" to ease trade war disputes
The U.S. and China have agreed on a "framework" to resolve some disputes that threatened to derail fragile talks between the two countries.
Trump's tariffs can stay in place amid legal battle, appeals court rules
President Trump's wide-reaching tariffs — including his "Liberation Day" levies — can stay in place until at least the end of July, an appeals court indicated.
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HHS budget proposal eliminates CDC centers in favor of new "MAHA" agency
The proposed budget for the Department of Health and Human Services slashes CDC and NIH funding in favor of the new Administration for a Healthy America.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs makes dozens sick across 7 states
The August Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May.
A woman's heart suddenly stopped. Two passing nurses saved her life.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
BowFlex adjustable dumbbells recalled after dislodging injuries
Nearly 4 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells are being recalled because the plates can dislodge and cause injury.
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Penguin population decline may be worse than "worst-case projections"
Emperor penguin populations in Antarctica may be declining faster than the most pessimistic predictions, according to a new analysis of satellite imagery.
U.S. allies sanction Israeli cabinet members "for inciting violence"
5 close U.S. allies sanction far-right Israeli officials Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over "extremist rhetoric" calling for "Palestinians to be driven from their homes."
Israel deports activist Greta Thunberg after seizing Gaza protest ship
Israel, accused by activists of piracy, says it lawfully seized a Gaza-bound protest ship carrying Greta Thunberg as the crew was planning to breach its naval blockade.
Hiker dies after bear knocks him into 2,600-foot ravine
A veteran Greek hiker died in a ravine fall in the north of the country after a bear encounter, rescuers said.
Smuggler stopped with lizards, tarantulas, possums, authorities say
Indian customs officers caught a passenger arriving from Thailand carrying nearly 100 creatures including lizards, sunbirds and possums, India's government says.
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TikTok's biggest star leaves U.S. after being detained by ICE agents
Khaby Lame rose to international fame during the pandemic without ever saying a word in his videos. He has over 162 million followers on TikTok.
At Tribeca Festival, VR and other tech fuels immersive storytelling
The Tribeca Festival in New York City features powerful examples of storytelling through the use of virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, interactive media and other technologies.
Highlights from the BET Awards
The BET Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary Monday in Los Angeles, honoring excellence in Black culture and entertainment. Big winners of the night included Kendrick Lamar, Doechii and SZA. "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Kevin Frazier has more.
Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
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At Tribeca Festival, VR and other tech fuels immersive storytelling
The Tribeca Festival in New York City features powerful examples of storytelling through the use of virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, interactive media and other technologies.
OpenAI tools ChatGPT, Sora image generator are down
ChatGPT maker OpenAI suffered an outage that took its generative AI tools down on Tuesday.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass user interface at its WWDC
There is a slight catch to keep in mind: These new iOS26 features will be reserved for iPhone 11 and later models.
New college grad? Here's what experts say you should know about AI.
We asked three experts what fresh college graduates can do to prepare as artificial intelligence changes how Americans work. Here's what they said.
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What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Looking at Iran's uranium enrichment
Iran's foreign minister says his country will not accept any nuclear deal with the U.S. that completely bans uranium enrichment. Anna Erickson, professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Fungus in "agroterrorism" arrest already widely prevalent in U.S., researcher says
Two Chinese researchers were charged with trying to smuggle strains of a fungus called Fusarium graminearum into the U.S.
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Suspected girlfriend of NOLA escapee arrested
Police are still searching for two of the ten New Orleans inmates who broke out of jail more than three weeks ago. The Louisiana Attorney General's Office said the suspected girlfriend of one of the inmates has been arrested for allegedly helping with the escape plan. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Georgia resentencing law could aid domestic abuse survivors in prison
The Survivor Justice Act would allow domestic violence survivors to ask for lower sentences if they can present evidence that abuse led them to commit their crime.
Grandfather of escaped New Orleans inmate pleads for grandson's surrender
Lee Taylor, the grandfather of Antoine Massey, told CBS News that he's concerned for his grandson's safety and is pleading for him to turn himself in.
Day 11 of manhunt for suspected killer father
The intensive manhunt continues for a Washington State man suspected of kidnapping and killing his three daughters. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Combs' ex-girlfriend continues testimony
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, who is testifying under the pseudonym "Jane," gave more details about her relationship with the music mogul. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has the latest.
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Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Implications of Trump-Musk feud on NASA
The emerging feud between President Trump and Elon Musk could have a ripple effect on America's space program. Jeff Foust, senior staff writer for Space News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
Japanese lander makes hard landing on moon
A Japanese lander crash-landed on the moon in its second straight failure to touch down on the lunar surface. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the mission, and President Trump and Elon Musk feud's potential impact on the U.S. space program.
Latest on Japanese lunar lander
Officials are waiting for a status update from a private Japanese space company on its second attempt to land a private lunar lander on the moon. The lander was set to touch down Thursday afternoon, but communication with it has been completely lost. Leroy Chow, a retired NASA astronaut, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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U.S., China agree on "trade framework"
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says the U.S. and China have reached a "trade framework" after two days of negotiations in London.
Gov. Gavin Newsom responds to troops in L.A.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered remarks about President Trump's mobilization of National Guard troops and Marines in response to the anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles. CBS News anchor Jessi Mitchell leads a special report.
More military troops arrive in response to L.A. protests
Protesters were blocking the entrance as a bus believed to be carrying ICE detainees arrived at Los Angeles' federal detention center. It was a moment of tension on an otherwise calm day. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois reports.
L.A. mayor announces curfew for part of city
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced a curfew for downtown L.A. amid looting and vandalism in the area, sparked by protests over the Trump administration's immigration operations. The curfew will begin at 8 p.m. PT and last until Wednesday morning.
Suspected girlfriend of NOLA escapee arrested
Police are still searching for two of the ten New Orleans inmates who broke out of jail more than three weeks ago. The Louisiana Attorney General's Office said the suspected girlfriend of one of the inmates has been arrested for allegedly helping with the escape plan. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.