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Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NFL Player Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NFL Player Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ
Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-nfl Player Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ A former New York Giant faces dogfighting charges after authorities seized what they called the largest amount of dogs taken from a single person in a federal case. A grand jury indicted LeShon Johnson of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, on charges related to animal fighting and trafficking, the Department of Justice said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25.  Johnson, 54, was charged with possessing 190 pit bull-type dogs for use in an animal fighting venture, along with selling, transporting, and delivering a dog for use in an animal fighting venture. "Dogfighting is a cruel, bloo…

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by Chris Spiker
Weather
New System Will Bring Severe Storms To Much Of East Coast: Here's Timing New System Will Bring Severe Storms To Much Of East Coast: Here's Timing
New System Will Bring Severe Storms To Much Of East Coast: Here's Timing The first weeks of spring are marked by a push-and-pull between cold and warm air masses and in the days ahead, it will lead to the arrival of a massive system that will trigger thunderstorms across most of the East Coast. A look at the broad area where severe storms are possible Sunday night, March 30, into Monday, March 31 is shown in the first image above from AccuWeather. The system will be sparked by an approaching cold front clashing with warmer air. Some of the storms may be severe, with strong wind gusts, hail and flash flooding. Warmer air will prevail throughout much of the Nort…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Recall Issued For Tostitos Chips Sold In 13 States Recall Issued For Tostitos Chips Sold In 13 States
Recall Issued For Tostitos Chips Sold In 13 States Shoppers in more than a dozen states are being urged to check their snack shelves following a new safety alert involving a popular brand of tortilla chips. Frito-Lay has issued a voluntary recall of a limited number of 13-ounce bags of Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips after it was discovered the bags may contain nacho cheese chips with undeclared milk.  The company said people with a milk allergy or severe sensitivity could face a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume the product. The impacted chips were distributed through retail and e-commerce c…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help More than ever, success in business is determined by reach in your community. Daily Voice provides a direct line of communication to your neighbors. Whether you’re a new business or an experienced marketer, we want to work with you. Our products make it easy to reach local customers. Our team of experts can fit any budget. We’re your trusted source for news and information. We also want to be your trusted partner in advertising. Reach out whenever you're ready—we'll be here.

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News
Chain Guard Dangers Force Recall Of Popular E-Bikes Due To Falling Risks Chain Guard Dangers Force Recall Of Popular E-Bikes Due To Falling Risks
Chain Guard Dangers Force Recall Of Popular E-Bikes Due To Falling Risks Tens of thousands of electric bicycles have been recalled due to a defect that could cause riders to fall. Specialized Bicycle Components issued the recall for more than 32,000 of its Vado and Como IGH e-bikes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a news release on Thursday, Mar. 27. The problem affects e-bikes with a faulty chain or belt guard that doesn't fully cover the belt drive. Loose clothing can get caught in the exposed belt, posing a fall hazard. The recall involves e-bikes sold nationwide between March 2021 and November 2024. The e-bikes w…

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by Chris Spiker
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King Charles Hospitalized Due To Cancer Treatment Side Effects King Charles Hospitalized Due To Cancer Treatment Side Effects
King Charles Hospitalized Due To Cancer Treatment Side Effects King Charles III was hospitalized amid ongoing medical treatment for cancer, Buckingham Palace announced. He experienced “temporary side effects” after scheduled medical treatment on Thursday, March 27. The 76-year-old king is now back at his residence at the Clarence House in London, located about 10 miles from Buckingham Palace. In what is described as a precautionary measure, his public schedule for Friday, March 28 has been canceled. It was first revealed the king was diagnosed with cancer in early February 2024.

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by Joe Lombardi
News
MLB.TV Crashes On Opening Day As Furious Fans Miss First Pitch MLB.TV Crashes On Opening Day As Furious Fans Miss First Pitch
MLB.TV Crashes On Opening Day As Furious Fans Miss First Pitch Millions missed their favorite team's first pitch on Opening Day when MLB.TV suffered widespread outages.  Tens of thousands of baseball fans reported that the app was not working for them as games kicked off around the country on Thursday afternoon, according to Down Detector. More than 20,000 complaints were lodged on the website as of 4:20 p.m. on March 27. Across MLB, 10 games were scheduled to start between 3 p.m. and 4:10 p.m., causing millions to flock to the app.  There was a cacophony of complaints on social media as customers were unable to watch or listen to their gam…

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by Zak Failla
Business
US-Canada Air Travel Down 70% Amid Trump's Trade War, '51st State' Aggression US-Canada Air Travel Down 70% Amid Trump's Trade War, '51st State' Aggression
Us-canada Air Travel Down 70% Amid Trump's Trade War, '51st State' Aggression Bookings for flights between the US and Canada have plummeted as President Donald Trump threatens tariffs on Canadian goods and challenges the country's sovereignty.  Airline capacity between the neighboring nations has been reduced through October, aviation data firm OAG said on Wednesday, Mar. 26. Forward bookings between the US and Canada are down more than 70% compared to 2024. The most significant cuts are hitting peak travel months in July and August, when millions of Canadian tourists traditionally head south of their border. "For all scheduled airlines operating…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Actress From Popular '90s Sitcom Dies At Age 58 Actress From Popular '90s Sitcom Dies At Age 58
Actress From Popular '90s Sitcom Dies At Age 58 One of the best-known cast members of a popular 1990s sitcom has died. Cindyana Santangelo was 58 years old. On Married ... With Children, she played the recurring role of The Jiggly Room dancer Sierra Madre under the name Cindyana Lair. First responders were called to her California property in Malibu on Monday, March 24 for an unspecified medical emergency, and she was then rushed to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead, according to TMZ.  An autopsy is pending. A New York native with the given name Cindy Lehrer, she was born in Manhattan in 1967, and grew up …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Pollen Bomb Could Hit Northeast Bringing Allergy Season From Hell, Experts Warn Pollen Bomb Could Hit Northeast Bringing Allergy Season From Hell, Experts Warn
Pollen Bomb Could Hit Northeast Bringing Allergy Season From Hell, Experts Warn If you live in the Northeast and suffer from seasonal allergies, it’s time to stock up on tissues. Allergy experts at Hackensack Meridian Health say the 2025 spring allergy season is shaping up to be one of the worst in recent memory, fueled by an unusually cold winter and warmer, drier weather ahead. This season has already kicked off with pollen counts 10 to 20 percent higher than average in some parts of the country, according to Dr. Leonard Bielory, allergist, immunologist, and professor of medicine at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. According to Dr. Bielory, trees across the N…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Stepmom Accused of Holding Connecticut Man Captive For 20 Years Returns to Court Amid Outrage Stepmom Accused of Holding Connecticut Man Captive For 20 Years Returns to Court Amid Outrage
Stepmom Accused of Holding Connecticut Man Captive For 20 Years Returns to Court Amid Outrage Donations continue to flood in for the 32-year-old man from Connecticut who was allegedly held captive inside a tiny room in a Waterbury home for two decades. The global outpouring of support comes as prosecutors seek harsher penalties for his stepmother, who is currently out on bail. Safe Haven of Greater Waterbury has raised nearly $200,000 on GoFundMe as of Thursday morning, March 27 — more than double its original goal. The funds will help cover the man's medical expenses and therapy and help him build a new life. "I cannot fathom what you went through all those lost years," one donor …

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by Josh Lanier
News
Toxic Chemical Found In Children's Jewelry Kits Triggers Massive Recall Toxic Chemical Found In Children's Jewelry Kits Triggers Massive Recall
Toxic Chemical Found In Children's Jewelry Kits Triggers Massive Recall A New Jersey toy company is recalling hundreds of thousands of children's jewelry design kits because the crafts have a toxic resin. LaRose Industries recalled about 224,100 Cra-Z-Art Gemex and Gel2Gem kits, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a news release on Thursday, Mar. 27. The agency said the jewelry kits contain a chemical banned in children's products, violating the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The resin, hydroxyethylmethacrylate (HEMA), can cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation or sensitization if not fully cured. "Once cured, the resin no longer presen…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Revamped Mega Millions Game Promises Better Odds, Boosted Prizes: Here's What's New Revamped Mega Millions Game Promises Better Odds, Boosted Prizes: Here's What's New
Revamped Mega Millions Game Promises Better Odds, Boosted Prizes: Here's What's New An updated Mega Millions game is set to launch with bigger prizes, better odds, and a higher starting jackpot of $50 million. Mega Millions announced the first major change to the game since 2017 in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25. The first drawing under the new structure will take place at 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Apr. 8. The lottery game said the changes aim to bring higher non-jackpot payouts, improved odds, and faster-growing prizes. "Beyond big jackpots, players told us they want bigger non-jackpot prizes and that's exactly what this new game delivers," said Joshua Johnson, l…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Hidden Notes Found In Accused CEO Killer Luigi Mangione's Socks At Court Hearing Hidden Notes Found In Accused CEO Killer Luigi Mangione's Socks At Court Hearing
Hidden Notes Found In Accused CEO Killer Luigi Mangione's Socks At Court Hearing Accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione was found with notes hidden in a package of socks before a recent court appearance. Mangione, age 26, is charged with fatally shooting 50-year-old UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel in December ahead of an investor conference.  Two heart-shaped notes were tucked away inside the cardboard packaging of argyle socks delivered to Mangione by his defense team before his court appearance in New York City last month, "Secreted in the cardboard were two personal heart-shaped notes, one addressed to an unknown person named …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Ed Sheeran Opening Pop-Up Pub In MA: See Why Your Old Phone Is The Cover Charge Ed Sheeran Opening Pop-Up Pub In MA: See Why Your Old Phone Is The Cover Charge
Ed Sheeran Opening Pop-Up Pub In MA: See Why Your Old Phone Is The Cover Charge A superstar singer known for a song reminiscing about a photograph now wants you to grab an old cellphone and come to his pop-up pub on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Ed Sheeran will open up the limited-time bar called "The Old Phone Pub", the singer-songwriter confirmed on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The pub will be in Ipswich, which shares a name with Sheeran's hometown in England. The pub will only stand for two days – Friday, Mar. 28, and Saturday, Mar. 29 – and is inspired by Sheeran's new song "Old Phone" from his latest album "Play". It's his fi…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
This MA Kohl’s Is Among 27 Closing For Good This Weekend, Company Confirms This MA Kohl’s Is Among 27 Closing For Good This Weekend, Company Confirms
This MA Kohl’s Is Among 27 Closing For Good This Weekend, Company Confirms Twenty-seven underperforming Kohl’s stores are set to close their doors for good this weekend, with Saturday, March 29 marking the final day of business for more than two dozen locations across the country. Closures include stores in the following states: Pennsylvania: Pottstown, 351 W. Schuylkill Road New Jersey: East Windsor, 72 Princeton Hightstown Road Massachusetts: Stoughton, 501 Technology Center Drive Virginia: Herndon, 2100 Centreville Road; Williamsburg, 100 Gristmill Plaza In addition to the store closures, Kohl’s announced it will shut down its San Bernardino E-commerce Fulfill…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
RFK Jr. To Cut Around One-Quarter Of Federal Health Staff RFK Jr. To Cut Around One-Quarter Of Federal Health Staff
RFK Jr. To Cut Around One-Quarter Of Federal Health Staff Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is preparing to make significant reductions within the department, as reported in documents obtained by The Wall Street Journal.  The planned changes involve the elimination of at least 10,000 full-time positions across various departments responsible for critical functions such as disease outbreak response, insurance provision for low-income Americans, and drug approval, according to the story published Thursday morning, March 27. If enacted, these measures would result in the department losing nearly one-quarter of its personn…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Active, Volatile Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted Active, Volatile Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted
Active, Volatile Atlantic Hurricane Season Predicted A dynamic and potentially volatile Atlantic hurricane season is being predicted this year, with several similarities to the historic destruction seen last year. “Everyone needs to start planning and preparing for hurricane season,” AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jonathan Porter said. “Climatology, weather patterns, water temperatures, and many other factors all point to yet another active Atlantic hurricane season with more tropical storms and hurricanes forming compared to the historical average.” “We expect fewer named storms this year compared to last year. The total number of stor…

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by Joe Lombardi
Obituaries
Carbon Monoxide Killed 3 Mass Women On Belize Birthday Trip: Report Carbon Monoxide Killed 3 Mass Women On Belize Birthday Trip: Report
Carbon Monoxide Killed 3 Mass Women On Belize Birthday Trip: Report Three Massachusetts women found dead last month in a seaside Belize hotel died from carbon monoxide poisoning, according to an investigation by the Belizean government, CBS Boston reported Wednesday, March 26. The bodies of Wafae El Arar, Imane Mallah, and Kaoutar Naqqad — all lifelong friends from Revere — were discovered on Feb. 22. The trio had traveled to Central America to celebrate El Arar’s 26th birthday, their families said. Related: Communities Rally Around Families of 3 Women Who Died in Belize Initial reports from officials indicated that the women died of acute pulmonary edem…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
'Screaming Banshee' With History Of Assaulting Cops Charged With Deadly MIT Crash, Records Show 'Screaming Banshee' With History Of Assaulting Cops Charged With Deadly MIT Crash, Records Show
'Screaming Banshee' With History Of Assaulting Cops Charged With Deadly MIT Crash, Records Show The intoxicated woman charged with striking and killing a 73-year-old pedestrian near the MIT campus in Massachusetts has a long record of arrests in New Jersey — including multiple assaults on law enforcement officers, court records show. Lauren Mullins, 32, of Roselle Park, NJ, was identified by family members of the victim, Daniel O'Neil, in a series of social media posts after the deadly crash near MIT on Thursday, March 21. Mullins was charged with operating under the influence of liquor and negligent operation of a motor vehicle, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Mullins' …

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
‘Uncle Miles’ Killed In Virginia Hit-Run; Family Raising Funds To Bring Mass 'Legend' Home ‘Uncle Miles’ Killed In Virginia Hit-Run; Family Raising Funds To Bring Mass 'Legend' Home
‘Uncle Miles’ Killed In Virginia Hit-Run; Family Raising Funds To Bring Mass 'Legend' Home A man remembered as a "local legend" in Massachusetts and beloved mentor to many was killed in a devastating hit-and-run crash in Virginia, and now his family is pleading for help to bring him home. Miles Jonathan Moore, 53, was struck and killed while crossing Richmond Highway near Easy Street around 9 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20 in Woodbridge, according to the Prince William County Police Department.  Investigators say he was hit by two vehicles — one of which fled the scene. The first driver, operating a Toyota Highlander, stayed and cooperated with police. The second driver — beli…

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by Zak Failla
News
Measles Case Confirmed In Person Who Rode Amtrak Train From New York Measles Case Confirmed In Person Who Rode Amtrak Train From New York
Measles Case Confirmed In Person Who Rode Amtrak Train From New York A person with a confirmed measles case may have exposed Amtrak passengers on a recent train trip. An infected passenger with a rare breakthrough infection may have exposed others during the trip last week between New York City and Washington, DC, health officials say. The vaccinated person from Minnesota became infected while traveling abroad after returning to the US, boarded the train from NYC before becoming sick several days after arriving in DC. DC Health said the person visited multiple locations in DC while contagious.  Amtrak is contacting passengers who may have been exposed…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Trump Slaps 25% Tariff On Foreign Cars, Trucks As Economic Fears Rise Domestically Trump Slaps 25% Tariff On Foreign Cars, Trucks As Economic Fears Rise Domestically
Trump Slaps 25% Tariff On Foreign Cars, Trucks As Economic Fears Rise Domestically President Donald Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on all foreign-made autos, the latest in a chaotic series of tariff threats and trade war escalations that have fueled significant economic turmoil and anxiety. Trump signed an executive order to place the tariffs on cars and light trucks at the White House on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The tariffs go into effect Wednesday, Apr. 2, and the US will begin collecting duties on the following day. The measure builds on the existing 2.5% auto tariffs, which Trump has claimed would generate more than $100 billion in new annual revenue for the…

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by Chris Spiker
Schools
Kermit The Frog Confirmed As 2025 UMD Commencement Speaker — And The Internet Has Best Reaction Kermit The Frog Confirmed As 2025 UMD Commencement Speaker — And The Internet Has Best Reaction
Kermit The Frog Confirmed As 2025 UMD Commencement Speaker — And The Internet Has Best Reaction It's not easy being green, or delivering an epic commencement speech.  But Kermit the Frog, a Peabody Award winner and best-selling author (and muppet) will do both in May, when he will return to the campus where he was first brought to life (by creator and alum Jim Henson, Class of 1960) to deliver the commencement speech in May. The school made the announcement this week, and the internet's reaction is everything you could've ever hoped for. "Kermencement," one absolute genius commented on UMD's post on Facebook. Others begged for the event to be live-streamed, while many …

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by Zak Failla
Business
Dollar Tree Sells Family Dollar For $1B As Tariffs, Online Rivals Pressure Discount Chains Dollar Tree Sells Family Dollar For $1B As Tariffs, Online Rivals Pressure Discount Chains
Dollar Tree Sells Family Dollar For $1B As Tariffs, Online Rivals Pressure Discount Chains Family Dollar is being sold for $1 billion — about one-ninth of what Dollar Tree paid for it a decade ago — as discount chains nationwide face fierce online competition and President Donald Trump's tariff threats. Dollar Tree will offload Family Dollar to Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The deal follows a full review of strategic alternatives and is expected to close later this spring. Family Dollar will stay headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia. The chain's current president Jason Nordin w…

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by Chris Spiker
News
New Update: Vehicle Of 4 US Army Soldiers Presumed Dead Found Submerged In Water New Update: Vehicle Of 4 US Army Soldiers Presumed Dead Found Submerged In Water
New Update: Vehicle Of 4 US Army Soldiers Presumed Dead Found Submerged In Water This story has been updated. The armored vehicle of four US Army soldiers feared dead after going missing during a tactical training exercise in Lithuania has been found submerged in a body water. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told reporters Wednesday afternoon, March 26, in Poland that the four had died, but that there were no details yet surrounding the circumstances. The vehicle they were operating was an M88 Hercules armored recovery vehicle. The Lithuanian Defense Minister called the search-and-rescue operation "very complicated," saying that, "It will definitely take some time."…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Burrito Panic Over: Chipotle Denies Closure Rumors After Bankruptcy False Claim Spreads Burrito Panic Over: Chipotle Denies Closure Rumors After Bankruptcy False Claim Spreads
Burrito Panic Over: Chipotle Denies Closure Rumors After Bankruptcy False Claim Spreads Don't worry, Chipotle fans. Barbacoa burritos aren't going anywhere. Chipotle Mexican Grill has denied social media rumors that claimed the fast-casual restaurant chain is closing locations and filing for bankruptcy. A company spokesperson confirmed Chiptole isn't downsizing in an email to the Daily Voice on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The rumors appear to have started with a story by Madrid-based outlet Unión Rayo, Newsweek reported. The aggregate site from Spain used an image of the Chipotle logo while reporting on the closure of the chain's spinoff, Farmesa Fresh Eatery. The test location …

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant Inspired By Hit Show Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant Inspired By Hit Show
Chili's Honors 'The Office' With Retro Restaurant Inspired By Hit Show Like Pam Beesly, you just might feel God in this Chili's one night. Chili's will open a special restaurant inspired by "The Office" in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, a few miles outside the TV show's hometown of Scranton, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The "Scranton Branch" was announced 20 years after the US version of the comedy classic debuted on Thursday, Mar. 24, 2005. "The Office" was set at the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company and its Scranton branch. The NBC hit prominently features Scranton, right down to a parody of a song from "Saturday Nig…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
4 Men Linked To Multi-State Burglary Ring After Massachusetts Break-In: Police 4 Men Linked To Multi-State Burglary Ring After Massachusetts Break-In: Police
4 Men Linked To Multi-State Burglary Ring After Massachusetts Break-In: Police Four men believed to be part of a nationwide burglary ring were arrested this week following a months-long investigation that began with a home break-in in Westchester County, police said. The suspects—Jose Hevia-Irribarra, 28; Sebastian Figueroa-Urzua, 30; Yordy Hernandez-Ramos, 21; and Alexander Silva-Yanez, 28—were taken into custody on Monday, March 24, in a joint operation by the Harrison Police Department and the FBI, authorities announced on Tuesday, March 25.  All four, who are Chilean nationals, were arrested under full extradition warrants connected to a recent home burglary …

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by Ben Crnic
News
Bone Voyage: New Dog-Friendly Airline To Offer Flights At NY Airport Bone Voyage: New Dog-Friendly Airline To Offer Flights At NY Airport
Bone Voyage: New Dog-Friendly Airline To Offer Flights At NY Airport It'll soon be wheels – and paws – up for a new airline taking off from a Long Island airport. RetrievAir, a pet-centric airline built entirely around traveling with dogs, will begin service out of Republic Airport (FRG) in Farmingdale, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 26. Flights will begin on Thursday, May 22. From the executive airport, RetrievAir will offer service to seven US cities with weekly departures. The cheapest flights go to West Palm Beach, Florida, on Thursdays for $749 one way. Other destinations from Farmingdale's airport include Chicago,…

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by Chris Spiker
News
New Texts, Including Specific Attack Plans, Released From Leaked Chat Involving Trump Advisers New Texts, Including Specific Attack Plans, Released From Leaked Chat Involving Trump Advisers
New Texts, Including Specific Attack Plans, Released From Leaked Chat Involving Trump Advisers The Atlantic has just released the precise attack plans laid out by Trump Administration advisers during a leaked chat on a commercial app prior to a military strike against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen earlier this month. Two days ago, Jeffrey Goldberg, who edits The Atlantic, published a story stating that US national security leaders included him in an encrypted Signal messaging group chat. However, Goldberg did not release specific details regarding the attack itself. In a new story published Wednesday morning, March 26, headlined "Here Are the Attack Plans That Trump’s Advis…

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by Joe Lombardi