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'You Know Who I Am': South Jersey Councilman Flips Out On Cop During Traffic Stop (
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The New Jersey State PBA President is calling for the resignation of a councilman in Gloucester County following the release of bodycam footage of a recent traffic stop. The footage shared by NJ Advance Media shows the traffic stop involving Paulsboro Councilman Theodore Holloway at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at Penn Line Road and Wes Adams Street in the borough. Holloway immediately becomes agitated when the officer pulls him over. "You can't be serious!" Holloway yells. Holloway threatened the officer, saying he would talk to Police Chief Gary Kille about the stop…
News
Close Call: Bergen County Ticket Snags $17K as Pick-6 Jackpot Soars to $32M
The Pick-6 jackpot, New Jersey's longest-running lottery draw game, has climbed to an eye-popping $32 million after no player matched all six numbers in the Thursday, January 16 drawing. One lucky player came close, however, matching five of the six winning numbers to win $17,128. The winning ticket was sold at Food Mart, located at 168 Main Avenue in Wallington. The winning numbers were 12, 15, 19, 24, 34, and 44. No one hit the Double Play numbers of 04, 14, 20, 21, 27, and 43. The next Pick-6 drawing will take place on Monday, Jan. 20, at 10:57 p.m., with a cash value of $14.…
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Sinkhole Swallows Car, Tractor Trailer After Water Main Breaks In Wayne
A water main eruption Thursday, Jan 16 in Wayne caused the roadway to buckle and left a tractor-trailer and car stranded in large craters, police said. The North Jersey Water Commission water main on Demarest Drive, an industrial area of the township, broke around 5:13 p.m., according to Detective Capt. Dan Daly of the Wayne Police Department. Wayne officers closed Demarest Drive to additional traffic. The tractor-trailer was towed from the scene, while the driver of the car had to be rescued by Wayne Fire Department personnel using an aerial tower truck. The driver declined medical attenti…
Politics
Trump Swearing-In Ceremony, Inaugural Address Moved Indoors
For the first time in 40 years, a presidential inauguration will be held indoors. Extremely cold temperatures forecast for Monday, Jan. 20 in Washington, DC have resulted in the change. President-elect Donald Trump announced the move in a social media post at noon Friday, Jan. 17, saying, "There is an Arctic blast sweeping the Country. I don’t want to see people hurt, or injured, in any way. "It is dangerous conditions for the tens of thousands of Law Enforcement, First Responders, Police K9s and even horses, and hundreds of thousands of supporters that will be outside for many hours…
Business
Cash App Users To Get Refunds In $175M Order As Feds Target Fraud
Cash App's parent company will have to pay $175 million for poorly protecting its users from fraud and financial crimes on the payment platform, officials said. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered Block to refund up to $120 million to users harmed by fraud, the federal agency said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 16. The parent company of Cash App, which has more than 56 million accounts, must also pay a $55 million fine into the CFPB’s victims relief fund. The CFPB found that Block failed to properly investigate unauthorized transactions and deprived users of…
Business
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Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: How The App Could Survive In The U.S.
The Supreme Court has upheld a new law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. unless its Chinese parent company divests from the very popular video-sharing social media app. The justices said the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" doesn't violate the First Amendment, according to the court's decision on Friday, Jan. 17. The ruling allows for TikTok to potentially be banned in the U.S. as early as Sunday, Jan. 19. TikTok, which has more than 170 million users in the U.S., has come under scrutiny over fears that ByteDance could allow the Chinese gov…
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Virus Outbreak In China Sparking Concerns: Here's What To Know About
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A surge in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China is sparking concerns five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, drawing attention to another respiratory virus circulating in the population. HMPV, a known virus, usually causes cold-like symptoms, including coughing, wheezing, a runny nose, and a sore throat. The new rise in cases, particularly among children under 14 in northern China, has officials urging caution as the Lunar New Year holiday approaches, a time when travel and gatherings often lead to spikes in illness. Data from China’s state news agency, Xinhua, shows …
Business
Microsoft 365 Raises Prices For First Time In 12 Years: Here's Why
The Microsoft 365 bundle price is increasing in the U.S. for the first time in a dozen years as the tech giant adds artificial intelligence tools into longtime products like Microsoft Word. The cost of Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions will rise by $3 per month, the company said in a blog post on Thursday, Jan. 16. It's the first price change since the software bundle launched in 2013 under the name "Office 365". Existing subscribers will see the adjustment at their next renewal. "We understand that our customers have a variety of needs and budgets, so we’re committ…
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Dramatic Videos Capture SpaceX Starship Flight 7 Explosion
Videos are circulating of SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 meeting an explosive end over the Atlantic Ocean during its Thursday, Jan. 16 test launch. The flight, conducted at 4:37 p.m. CT from Starbase, TX, aimed to achieve major milestones but faced setbacks in its journey to space. Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, commented on the test, saying, “Success is uncertain, but entertainment is guaranteed! ✨” Success is uncertain, but entertainment is guaranteed! ✨ pic.twitter.com/nn3PiP8XwG — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 16, 2025 The launch was streamed live by SpaceX on X in a video that had …
Weather
Latest Storm Snowfall Projections: Here's What To Expect In Bergen County
A widespread 2 to 4 inches of snowfall is predicted for a new winter storm taking aim at the region. Here's what to know now: Storm Timing Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan. 20 Storm Range A coating in some locations to as much as a few inches will extend from the southern Appalachians to the mid-Atlantic coast from Sunday afternoon into central and southeastern New England Sunday evening to early Monday. Snowfall Projections See the image above Darkest shade of blue - 4 inches, Next shade of blue - 3 inches, Light shade of blue - 2 inches There is the potential for…
Lifestyle
Parade Of Planets: Rare Celestial Lineup Set To Dazzle Night Skies
A rare celestial phenomenon is about to light up the heavens, offering skywatchers a chance to marvel at the dynamic beauty of our Solar System. This February, a "Parade of Planets" will see all seven of Earth’s planetary neighbors align in a dazzling display. The main event occurs on Friday, Feb. 28, when Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars will appear in the night sky at the same time. Stretching in a neat row along the ecliptic, this alignment promises to be a feast for the eyes, with bright Venus and Jupiter taking center stage while the fainter Neptu…
Weather
First Snowfall Projections For New Winter Storm: Up To Half-Foot Predicted In These Spots
The first snowfall projections have been released for a potentially major winter storm taking aim at the Northeast, with up to a half-foot of accumulation possible in a broad area. A coating in some locations to as much as a few inches will extend from the southern Appalachians to the mid-Atlantic coast from Sunday afternoon, Jan. 19 into central and southeastern New England Sunday evening to early Monday, Jan. 20 on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "This means there is the risk of snow-covered and slippery roads from parts of Interstate 77 in North Carolina to I-95 in New England for the la…
Police & Fire
CT Woman, 40, Killed In Route 287 Chain Reaction Crash: Police
A 40-year-old Connecticut woman died in a crash Thursday evening, Jan. 16 on Route 287 in New Jersey, authorities said. A Freightliner tractor-trailer, Honda Civic, Audi S5, and Ford F350 were heading north when he Freightliner struck the back of the Honda at approximately 5:40 p.m. near milepost 66.3 in Mahwah, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. What resulted was a chain-reaction crash involving the Audi and the Ford. As a result, the driver of the Honda, Lauren Kopko, of Stratford, CT, died. The driver of the Audi sustained minor injuries, and no other injuries were reporte…
News
$400M Lawsuit: Justin Baldoni Accuses Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds Of Smear Campaign
In an escalating legal battle featuring Hollywood heavyweights, actor Justin Baldoni is suing Blake Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds for $400 million allegedly orchestrating a smear campaign to ruin his career. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York, alleges that Lively and Reynolds used their influence to seize control of Baldoni's film "It Ends With Us," an adaptation of Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel. Baldoni directed, co-starred in, and co-financed the production through his company, Wayfarer Studios. “This is not a case about celebrities sniping at each …
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FDA Approves ZYN Nicotine Pouches For Sale, Restricts Ads Targeting Teens
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the sales of 20 types of ZYN nicotine pouches amid concerns about children and teens using the products. The decision allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be legally marketed in the U.S. to adults aged 21 and older, the FDA said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 6. The small natural fiber pouches are designed to be placed between the gum and lip. The FDA said the pouches contain substantially lower levels of harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes and most smokeless tobacco products, reducing risks of cancer and other serious …
Police & Fire
Man Punches Creep Recording Him, Gets An Apology In Wayne JCPenney Bathroom: Cops
A Central Jersey man has been charged with invasion of privacy after he was accused of using his cell phone to film another man in a restroom at the JCPenney department store in Wayne, authorities said. The incident occurred at the Wayne Towne Center store on Friday, Jan. 10, at approximately 1:30 p.m. when Wayne Police Officers Anthony Halko, John Nielsen, and Sergeant John Culic responded to reports of suspicious activity at the store, according to Detective Capt. Daniel Daly. The victim told police he was in a bathroom stall when someone reached under the front door with a cell pho…
Police & Fire
Off-Duty EMT Revives Driver In Palisades Interstate Parkway Crash, See His Dashcam Footage
A serious crash closed a stretch of the Palisades Interstate Parkway Thursday afternoon, Jan. 16. Witnesses say that the driver was trying to make a U-turn when they were struck near Exit 1 in Fort Lee just after 3 p.m. Off-duty EMT Geoff Fallows was headed northbound when he spotted the crash in the shoulder of the southbound lanes, he tells Daily Voice. With an injured knee, Fallows — who was the Little Ferry EMS captain for 16 years — says he hobbled across the highway, where another gentleman was performing compressions on the driver. Hatzolah arrived with equipment …
Business
American Express To Pay $230M For Misleading Small Business Customers
American Express said it will pay $230 million to resolve federal investigations into deceptive sales tactics and recordkeeping violations involving small business credit card and wire transfer products. The credit card company agreed to pay a $108.7 million civil penalty, the Department of Justice said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 16. The settlement resolved claims against American Express of deceptive marketing and "dummy" account information. American Express was accused of engaging in unlawful sales tactics and falsifying records between 2014 and 2021. "When financial companies …
Business
Opening Date Set For Route 17 Lidl In Paramus
Lidl, the European supermarket chain known for its wallet-friendly prices, has announced the grand opening of its newest location on Route 17 in Paramus. The store, located at 651 Route 17, will officially open its doors on Wednesday, Feb. 12, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 7:40 a.m. Shoppers eager to explore Lidl’s offerings can fuel up with a freshly baked croissant and coffee before doors open at 8 a.m. The Paramus store will operate daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., giving customers plenty of time to experience what Lidl calls the "Super-EST Market." The Paramus Lidl promises …
News
New Details Emerge After NJ Teacher Impregnated By 13-Year-Old Former Student: Complaint
Laura Caron was 28 years old when she was impregnated by a 13-year-old former student, and the whole situation unraveled when the child's father started asking questions on Facebook, according to a criminal affidavit. Caron, a 34-year-old Cape May Court House resident who teaches fifth grade at Middle Township School #2, was arrested and charged with having a sexual relationship with a student living in her home, as previously reported by Daily Voice. The relationship began when the boy was 11 years old and lasted until 2020, one year after Caron gave birth to his child, according to po…
Police & Fire
Multi-Million Diesel Fuel Theft Ring Busted in NJ: AG
A sophisticated operation that stole credit card information and used cloned cards to purchase diesel fuel, and then resold it for millions in illicit profits has been dismantled, authorities announced on Thursday, Jan. 16. The scheme involved 25 people and four companies operating in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said. The enterprise used credit card skimmers installed at gas pumps to steal data and create cloned cards, Platkin said. The group used modified vehicles with auxiliary fuel tanks to store and tran…
Business
College Baseball Player Opening New Burger Joint In Bergen County
A Rockland County eatery is looking to bring burgers back to basics in Bergen County. The Filling Station (TFS) Burger Works will be opening its first location in Westwood, with a prospective date of Saturday, March 1, according to an announcement shared on Instagram. TFS already has two locations, both posted along Route 9W in Rockland County. Jake Braet, a 22-year-old Old Tappan resident, will be running the restaurant, he announced on Instagram. Braet was a catcher and shortstop for Muhlenberg College's baseball team, the school's website shows. View this post on Ins…
Sports
Legendary MLB Voice Bob Uecker Dies At 90 Years Old: 'He Was A National Treasure'
The baseball world is mourning the death of Bob Uecker, an iconic broadcaster whose smooth voice helped him rise to Hollywood stardom. Uecker, 90, died at his home early in the morning on Thursday, Jan. 16, the Milwaukee Brewers and Major League Baseball said. The baseball hall-of-famer was the Brewers' primary broadcaster since 1971 and became synonymous with summer for generations of Milwaukee fans. Uecker's family said he quietly battled small cell lung cancer since early 2023. "Even in the face of this challenge, his enthusiasm for life was always present, never allowing his spiri…
Weather
Arctic Blast Will Follow Snow Showers Across NJ With Temps We Haven't Seen In Years, NWS Says
Light snow showers are forecast to begin Thursday afternoon, Jan. 16 across parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, potentially creating slippery conditions during the evening commute, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for several northeast New Jersey counties, including Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex, and Union, with snowfall set to begin after 4 p.m. Most areas are expected to see less than one inch of snow, though localized accumulations of up to two inches are possible in parts of eastern Pennsylvania near and north of …
News
Suspect, Victim ID'd After PA Hotel Homicide, NJ Standoff
A woman was fatally shot at the Sleep Inn on Street Road in Bensalem, PA, and the suspect was apprehended following a barricade situation in Trenton, police and prosecutors said during a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 16. The victim, identified as 49-year-old Maisha Coon of Trenton, NJ, was killed in the hotel room late Tuesday night. The suspect, her boyfriend, 51-year-old Orenthia Upshur, also from Trenton, fled the scene to a home in New Jersey, where he admitted to killing Koon and attempted to kill her family, authorities said. Details about Coon's life have been shared by her comm…
Business
Spirit Airlines Slashes Jobs As It Charts Path Out Of Bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines is laying off about 200 employees as the company tries to survive amid bankruptcy proceedings. The budget carrier will eliminate the positions across various departments, a company spokesperson told Daily Voice on Thursday, Jan. 16. The move came as Spirit looks to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which it filed for in November 2024. The layoffs, which follow recent pilot furloughs, aim to align the airline's staffing with its current fleet size and level of flying while achieving $80 million in annual cost reductions. "These decisions are never made lightly, and we are c…
Obituaries
NJ Town Mayor's Granddaughter Dies After Months-Long Cancer Battle: Remembering Wrenna
Sadness spread through a New Jersey community following the death of a toddler diagnosed with cancer in late 2024. Wrenna Schey — whose grandfather is Mount Olive Mayor Joe Nicastro — died on Saturday, Jan. 11 after being diagnosed with brain cancer, according to her obituary at the Stroyan Funeral Home website. She was 2.5 years old. "She fought a tough battle and was stronger than anything I have ever seen in my life," her parents, Matt and Amanda said on a GoFundMe campaign that was started in early December, around the time Mayor Nicastro announced that his granddaughter had been diagno…
Business
Inspectors Found ‘General Filth’ At Boar’s Head Plant Tied To Deadly Listeria Outbreak: USDA
Inspectors found "general filth," poor sanitation practices, and structural issues at Boar’s Head facilities, including the Virginia plant linked to a deadly Listeria outbreak that killed 10 people and hospitalized 60, according to a newly released USDA report. A detailed report by the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has revealed alarming findings at Boar’s Head’s Virginia facility, tied to a 2024 outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes that resulted in 10 deaths and 60 hospitalizations across 19 states. The outbreak, traced to liverwurst products f…
News
Rise In Dementia Cases Linked To One Of Americans' Favorite Foods, New Study Says
A rise in dementia cases could be linked to Americans' appetite for one of its favorite foods. Findings suggest that rising dementia cases in the US may be linked to a preference for meats. A study in Neurology by researchers from Mass General Brigham and Harvard indicates that diets high in processed red meats — like bacon, hot dogs, and sausage — were associated with a 13 percent increased risk of developing dementia. The research analyzed data from 133,771 participants, averaging 49 years old, over a follow-up period of up to 43 years. Among them, 11,173 developed dem…
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Jan. 15 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $303M Jackpot
The winning numbers have been announced for the Wednesday, Jan. 15 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $303 million with a $132.8 million cash option. If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18. The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 08-41-52-53-58 with a Powerball of 07 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes then range from $1 mi…
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