Opioid-related deaths rising in Chicago Ryan Voyles 4 years ago Opioid-related deaths over the first half of the year in Chicago have increased by 55 percent, according to a report released Monday by the city’s Department of Public Health.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.