Mass State Trooper, Father Of Infant Daughter, Killed In Off-Duty Motorcycle Crash Mass State Trooper, Father Of Infant Daughter, Killed In Off-Duty Motorcycle Crash
Mass State Trooper, Father Of Infant Daughter, Killed In Off-Duty Motorcycle Crash A 31-year-old Massachusetts State Police trooper died after an off-duty motorcycle crash over the weekend, leaving behind a wife and infant daughter.   Trooper Jacob Mick was riding his motorcycle around 6 p.m. Sunday, June 28, on Providence Road near Route 122 in Grafton, when his bike collided with a car, the Worcester County District Attorney's Office said.  The Northborough native was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car that crashed with Mick was taken to UMass Memorial Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.  Mick graduated from the…
Former NFL Superstar RB, 39, Reveals ALS Diagnosis: 'I Chose To Fight' Former NFL Superstar RB, 39, Reveals ALS Diagnosis: 'I Chose To Fight'
Former NFL Superstar RB, 39, Reveals ALS Diagnosis: 'I Chose To Fight' A former football superstar, once known as one of the NFL's most explosive running backs, said he was diagnosed with ALS. Chris Johnson revealed the diagnosis in an interview that aired on ABC's "Good Morning America" on Monday, June 29. The three-time Pro Bowl rusher's disease has progressed so quickly that he can only speak through a speech device triggered by his eye movements. Known to many football fans as "CJ2K," Johnson rose to stardom soon after the Tennessee Titans selected him in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft. The East Carolina University product rushed…
Dog, 5 Puppies Die In Enclosure, CT Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty Dog, 5 Puppies Die In Enclosure, CT Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty
Dog, 5 Puppies Die In Enclosure, CT Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty A Connecticut woman is accused of the deaths of a dog and five puppies after police say she left them inside a small enclosure for long periods of time.  Anai Martinez-Cortes, 45, of Coventry, was arrested last week and charged with seven counts of animal cruelty, police said.  Coventry police began investigating Martinez-Cortes in April after authorities discovered a pit bull and six pit bull puppies inside a 4-by-6-foot wooden structure with little to no ventilation.  Authorities did not say how the dogs died.  One puppy survived. Police said one of&nb…
'She Was A Star': Family Mourns Teen Dancer Killed In Waterford Crash Just Days Before Birthday 'She Was A Star': Family Mourns Teen Dancer Killed In Waterford Crash Just Days Before Birthday
'She Was A Star': Family Mourns Teen Dancer Killed In Waterford Crash Just Days Before Birthday A Connecticut community is rallying around the family of an 18-year-old woman who was killed in a single-car crash last week just days before her 19th birthday.  Leilani Robinson, of Norwich, was killed in a Thursday, June 25, crash on the Route 32 (Montville Connector) on-ramp to Interstate 395 North in Waterford, according to Connecticut State Police. Investigators said her vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree.  Loved ones said Robinson was a talented young woman who'd recently graduated from New London High School, where she was a standout cheerleader. She was also a …
Crocodile Drags 28-Year-Old Out To Sea, Kills Him At Resort Popular With Americans Crocodile Drags 28-Year-Old Out To Sea, Kills Him At Resort Popular With Americans
Crocodile Drags 28-Year-Old Out To Sea, Kills Him At Resort Popular With Americans A beach visit at a popular vacation spot turned into a deadly attack. A 28-year-old man was killed by a crocodile near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa in Mexico on Friday evening, June 26, ABC News reported, citing Jalisco state authorities. The attack happened around 6 p.m. local time on Marina Vallarta Beach, in front of the resort on the Pacific coast. Puerto Vallarta (marked in red) is a popular resort city located on Mexico’s Pacific coast. Google Maps The victim was reportedly from Mexico and was in Puerto Vallarta for work. His identity has not been released. Au…
Major Air Bag Safety Concern Sparks Massive Land Rover Recall: What To Know Major Air Bag Safety Concern Sparks Massive Land Rover Recall: What To Know
Major Air Bag Safety Concern Sparks Massive Land Rover Recall: What To Know More than 250,000 Land Rover SUVs are being recalled because corrosion could prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. Jaguar Land Rover North America issued the recall for about 250,857 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Friday, June 12. The affected SUVs include 2020-2026 Land Rover Defenders, 2021-2026 Land Rover Discoverys, and 2022-2026 Land Rover Range Rovers. The problem involves the driver's air bag clockspring connector, which may develop fretting corrosion over time. The corrosion can increase electrical resis…
NY Man Accused Of Firing Gun Into Air In CT, Police Say NY Man Accused Of Firing Gun Into Air In CT, Police Say
NY Man Accused Of Firing Gun Into Air In CT, Police Say Authorities allege that a New York man fired multiple shots into the air during an incident in Connecticut over the weekend.  William Pichardo, 51, of the Bronx, New York, was arrested following the incident just before 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, in the area of Chase Avenue and Cooke Street in Waterbury, police said.  Waterbury police were called to that area to reports of gunshots, but when they arrived, no one was there. Officers found three shell casings on the ground. There was no property damage, and no one was hurt, authorities said.  Police said they connected Pi…
Best, Worst Northeast Cities To Celebrate Fourth Of July Revealed In New Ranking Best, Worst Northeast Cities To Celebrate Fourth Of July Revealed In New Ranking
Best, Worst Northeast Cities To Celebrate Fourth Of July Revealed In New Ranking Northeast cities have some of the best and worst Fourth of July celebrations in the nation, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Best & Worst Places for Fourth of July Celebrations on Wednesday, June 24. The study scored the 100 largest US cities on 18 factors, including food and hotel prices, fireworks shows, attractions, safety, walkability, and weather. Data came from public records, tourism offices, and national databases as of Wednesday, May 27. "The Fourth of July is one of the most beloved holidays in America, allowing many of us to not only celebrate ou…
Commemorative Mountain Dew Cans Now Available For Just 5 Cents Commemorative Mountain Dew Cans Now Available For Just 5 Cents
Commemorative Mountain Dew Cans Now Available For Just 5 Cents Mountain Dew is giving fans a chance to buy a piece of the brand's history for a nickel. The soda brand will sell 1,948 limited-edition commemorative can bundles, PepsiCo announced in a news release. The bundles will be exclusively available through TikTok Shop starting on Monday, June 29. The number of bundles honors 1948, the year Mountain Dew was created by two brothers in Tennessee. The commemorative can features the brand's origin story printed on the label and is tied to Mountain Dew's "American Original - Tasting Great Since '48" campaign. Each $0.05 bundle includes a commemora…
Independence Day Outlook Emerges With Active Pattern Throughout July 4th Week Independence Day Outlook Emerges With Active Pattern Throughout July 4th Week
Independence Day Outlook Emerges With Active Pattern Throughout July 4th Week The holiday countdown is coming with more than one weather wrinkle. A more active and unsettled pattern is expected to build in the days leading up to the July Fourth weekend, with heat, humidity, storm chances, and travel impacts all on the board for parts of the Northeast. The National Weather Service Eastern Region said this week's heat will be worth watching, especially for anyone with outdoor plans ahead of the holiday weekend. AccuWeather says a large heat dome will expand across the central and eastern US before Independence Day. The core of the heat is expected to remain centered …
Harry Styles Collapses On Stage, Stunning Concertgoers: Watch Harry Styles Collapses On Stage, Stunning Concertgoers: Watch
Harry Styles Collapses On Stage, Stunning Concertgoers: Watch A concert moment meant to thrill the crowd briefly sent fans into worry mode. Harry Styles choked on water before falling to the stage during a performance at Wembley Stadium in London on Friday, June 26. The 32-year-old singer was performing "As It Was" near the end of the show when the incident happened. Videos posted on social media show Styles finishing his fan-favorite “whale” move, in which he takes water into his mouth and spits it upward like a spout. After the move, he appeared to choke on the remaining water and fell onto his back, while coughing and trying to catch his breath. …
New Dairy Queen Flavors Celebrate Summer's Return New Dairy Queen Flavors Celebrate Summer's Return
New Dairy Queen Flavors Celebrate Summer's Return Dairy Queen is adding several new flavors and treats to its menu just in time for summer. DQ is launching three new Blizzard Treats and a patriotic Stars & Stripes Misty Slush Float, the chain announced. The new items will be available at participating locations starting on Monday, June 29. The new Blizzard Cup Lineup is inspired by the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The international flavors include Strawberry Mango-flavored Mochi, Biscoff Cookie, and Mexican-style Hot Chocolate. The Strawberry Mango-flavored Mochi Blizzard Treat features mango-flavored mochi pieces and strawberr…