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Boy Struck By Lightning In Central Park As Severe Storms Knock Out Power To 500K In Northeast
A boy was struck by lightning as a potent system prompted severe thunderstorm and tornado watches and warnings across the East Coast. The 15-year-old is recovering after the incident on Thursday afternoon, June 19 at New York City's Central Park, on the upper East Side, near Fifth Avenue and East 96th Street. The NYPD say he was alert and conscious after the incident. The storms caused more than 500,000 power outages from North Carolina all the way up to Maine, hundreds of canceled flights, thousands of delayed flights, and airport ground stops in Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Newark.…
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: Hamas Hostage Edan Alexander Welcomed Home To Tenafly With Police Escort
Edan Alexander, a Tenafly native held hostage by Hamas for 19 months, was welcomed home on Thursday, June 19, with a police procession and cheers from neighbors. Edan Alexander gets tearful hometown welcome after 584 days in Hamas’ clutches: ‘Their child is our child’ https://t.co/nnp2XNqpjh pic.twitter.com/XKMYYFYkPx — New York Post (@nypost) June 19, 2025 What a moment. Hundreds of people lined the streets of Tenafly, NJ to welcome home Edan Alexander - nearly 600 days after he was captured and held hostage by Hamas. “We’re all just so excited,” one woman tells me. Full coverage…
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Video Shows SpaceX Starship Exploding In Fiery Blast At Launch Site
A SpaceX Starship exploded on a test stand late Wednesday night, June 18, as the spacecraft was preparing for its 10th flight test, according to the company. The blast happened at approximately 11 p.m. Central Time at the company’s Starbase facility in Texas. “A safety clear area around the site was maintained throughout the operation and all personnel are safe and accounted for,” SpaceX said in a statement. Video from LabPadre Space, a livestreamer that tracks SpaceX launches, shows a fiery explosion and large fireball lighting up the night sky. It looks like the anomaly originated to…
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Doctor Indicted In Sex Assaults Across 3 NJ Counties, Attorney General Says
A Middlesex County doctor accused of sexually assaulting patients at urgent care centers in three New Jersey counties has been indicted, authorities said. Gurvindra Johal, 57, of Colonia, was charged with two counts of sexual assault, 11 counts of criminal sexual contact, and two counts of falsifying or tampering with medical records, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Thursday, June 19. The incidents happened in Middlesex, Monmouth, and Essex counties, according to Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice. Investigators say five incidents happened in Middlesex County, three …
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Popular Jewish Camp Director Sexually Abused Minor For Years, Bombshell Lawsuit Alleges
A well-known Jewish summer camp for boys in Pennsylvania and several members of its leadership are being sued by a former attendee who alleges he was sexually abused by a senior staff member for years at the camp. The civil complaint, filed in Pennsylvania state court Monday, June 16, names Camp Dora Golding in East Stroudsburg, its executive director Alexander Gold, and former assistant director Binyamin Daiches. The plaintiff, identified anonymously as “John Doe,” is represented by attorneys from Stark & Stark, P.C. According to the suit, the alleged abuse occurred over multiple summe…
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Marijuana Use Linked To Heart Attacks, Strokes In New Study
A new study suggests that cannabis use may carry serious consequences for heart health, with some users facing significantly elevated risks of heart attacks, strokes, and even death. The research, published Tuesday, June 17 in the journal Heart, analyzed pooled medical data involving more than 200 million people, mostly ages 19 to 59. It found that individuals who use marijuana are 29 percent more likely to suffer a heart attack, 20 percent more likely to have a stroke, and more than twice as likely to die from heart disease compared to nonusers. The findings stem from a large-scale …
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Game, Set, Matchpoint: The 2025 US Open Is (Almost) Here And You’ll Want To Be There
Ready to feel the buzz of tennis under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium? Tickets for the 2025 US Open are officially on sale, and if you’re thinking about going, don’t wait. This is the kind of event that sells out fast. You can find tickets at StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. The US Open returns to Queens from August 24 through September 7 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. This year carries historic weight—it marks 75 years since Althea Gibson became the first Black athlete to compete at the Grand Slam tournament, paving the way for generations to follow. I…
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Karen Read Acquitted Of Murder In Death Of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe: Reports
Karen Read — who has been the subject of national headlines and was the face of an HBO documentary — has been vindicated. On Wednesday, June 18, a jury acquitted Read, 45, of the most serious charges she was facing in connection with the death of Boston police officer John O'Keefe, whose body was found in a snowstorm after being struck by a vehicle. @cnn The Massachusetts woman had been accused of striking her off-duty police officer boyfriend and leaving him to die in January 2022 during a drunken rage, according to authorities. O’Keefe, 46, died of blunt force trauma to the head,…
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Boy Killed In Crash Cropped Out Of Yearbook, Sparking Outrage In NJ Town
A yearbook photo has reignited heartbreak in one New Jersey community. The family of Easton Beisler, a 9-year-old student killed in a crash last fall, noticed his image was cropped out of his Upper Township elementary school’s class page. The incident was brought to light this week in a viral Facebook post, prompting emotional responses from residents and a statement from the Upper Township School District, which said it is working closely with Easton's family to address the issue. “We want to acknowledge the pain and frustration many of you are feeling,” the district said in a letter to t…
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Actor Who Starred In Lilo & Stitch, Appeared On Hawaii Five-0 Dies Suddenly At Age 46
An actor who just made his big screen debut in Disney’s live-action box-office smash hit Lilo & Stitch has died suddenly. The death of 46-year-old David Hekili Kenui Bell in Hawaii on Thursday, June 12 was announced this week. An autopsy has been scheduled and an investigation is ongoing, police said, and no foul play is suspected, according to TMZ. On Lilo & Stitch, he played the "Big Hawaiian Dude" character. He also appeared on episodes of Hawaii Five-0 and Magnum P.I. He was also known in Hawaii as the voice on the PA system at Kona Airport. Bell's death was announce…
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Iran Leader Warns US Of Possible 'Irreparable Damage'; Trump Says 'The Next Week Will Be Big'
As the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates, President Donald Trump is not saying if the United States will get involved. But on Wednesday morning, June 18, Trump said, "The next week is going to be very big — maybe less than a week.” When questioned about the possibility of a US strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, Trump stated, "I may do it. I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I’m going to do.” Tehran has warned that such a move would be met with strong retaliation if it occurs. Earlier on Wednesday, Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei cautioned that any US mil…
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Pistachio Cream Linked To Salmonella Outbreak Sickens NJ Resident: CDC
A New Jersey resident has been infected in a growing multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to imported pistachio cream, the CDC and FDA announced this month. The outbreak has now sickened four people across two states — including New Jersey and Minnesota — after they consumed Emek-brand Pistachio Cream, a product made in Turkey and sold online to restaurants, wholesale distributors, and food service locations across the U.S. The CDC map shows one confirmed case in New Jersey, where officials say the contaminated pistachio cream may have been served at a restaurant. The product in question …
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Anchor Terry Moran Says 'It Wasn't A Drunk Tweet' In First Interview After Ouster
A week after his ouster from ABC News, Terry Moran is speaking about the incident that sparked the network's move. On Friday, June 10, ABC said it would not be renewing the contract of the 65-year-old anchor and senior national correspondent after Moran called deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller a “world-class hater" in a post on X three days earlier. The comment was deleted a short time later. In his first interview since the incident, Moran told The New York Times that, "It wasn’t a drunk tweet." Moran said that while walking his dog, he "was thinking about our country, and what’s happe…
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ICE Detains Bergen County Synagogue Custodian Mid-Interview, Mayor Issues Urgent Call For Help
The mayor of a Bergen County town is calling on the public to send urgent letters of support after a beloved synagogue custodian was detained by ICE officials during his asylum interview this week, without explanation or paperwork, she said. Jorge Tomas Dagar Aquino, who has lived in the United States for more than 20 years, was taken into custody around noon Monday, June 16, at the Newark Asylum Office, Glen Rock Mayor Kristine Morieko said. Jorge, who fled Colombia to escape gang violence and economic instability, has worked at the Glen Rock Jewish Center since 2013 and became a…
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Hudson County Sheriff’s Lt. Richard Garcia Dies After 24 Years Of Service
The Hudson County law enforcement community is mourning the sudden loss of one of its most respected leaders. Lt. Richard Garcia died Monday, June 16, due to health-related complications, the Hudson County Sheriff’s Office announced. Lt. Garcia was in his 24th year of service and was known across the department for his professionalism, leadership, and loyalty to the people of Hudson County, the department said. “Lt. Garcia was a respected member of this agency, known for his professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the people of Hudson County,” the department said. Over m…
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NJ Woman Dies In PA Crash Ruled ‘Natural’, Coroner Says
A New Jersey woman died in a single-vehicle crash in Pennsylvania, and her death has been ruled natural, the Northampton County Coroner's Office announced. Lowayne J. Kuhar, 79, of Blairstown, NJ, was found dead at the scene of a crash on the 700 block of Main Street in Tatamy Borough, Northampton County around 8:04 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, 2025, according to Coroner Zachary Lysek. Kuhar was the sole occupant of the vehicle, which appeared to have left the roadway. Following an investigation, the coroner determined the cause of death to be a natural disease, and the manner of death was offi…
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Ex-Hoboken Official Who Stole Half A Million In Taxpayer Funds For Lavish Life Sentenced
A former top Hoboken official who oversaw city recreation programs will spend the next two years behind bars for embezzling nearly half a million dollars from taxpayers, federal officials said. Pantaleo “Leo” Pellegrini, Hoboken’s former Director of Health and Human Services and Director of the Department of Environmental Services, was sentenced to 24 months in prison for embezzling money from the City of Hoboken and filing a false tax return, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba said on Tuesday, June 17. Pellegrini had previously pleaded guilty to the charges before U.S. District Judge Michael E. Far…
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Israeli Tech Guru Hillel Fuld Mistakenly Declared Dead After Teaneck Cousin With Same Name Dies
Prominent Israeli tech guru Hillel Fuld is assuring his followers he’s alive after a hit-and-run crash on Long Island killed his New Jersey relative bearing the same name. In a tragic case of mistaken identity, the incident initially sparked a wave of grief online when a news outlet erroneously reported that Fuld had been killed by a driver who fled the scene in Wyandanch on Friday, June 13, as Daily Voice reported. Taking to social media Tuesday, June 17, Fuld–a well-known Israeli tech influencer, startup mentor, and vlogger–clarified that he is alive and that the victim was actually his c…
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: ICE Arrests NYC Mayoral Hopeful Brad Lander In Clash At Immigration Court
New York City Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by immigration authorities during a dramatic encounter at an immigration court in Manhattan on Tuesday, June 18, his campaign confirmed. Video from the scene shows Lander confronting federal agents as they attempted to take a man into custody near 26 Federal Plaza. In the footage, Lander is seen clutching the man’s shoulder and repeatedly demanding to see a judicial warrant. Hi, this is Meg Barnette, Brad's wife. While escorting a defendant out of immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza, Brad... Posted by …
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Jenna Bush Hager Finally Shows Off New Haircut She Got Live On '
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The big reveal has arrived. The "TODAY" show finally shared a photo of Jenna Bush Hager's new 'do. The "TODAY" host got the on-air chop from Chris McMillan, the celebrity stylist behind iconic looks like "The Rachel" (Jennifer Aniston), Michelle Williams, and Jessica Biel on Monday, June 16. Finally, Tuesday evening, the show shared a photo of Jenna's new look on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TODAY with Jenna & Friends (@jennaandfriends) View this post on Instagram …
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Don’t Answer If You Get This Call, FBI Says
If you get a call from someone claiming to be the FBI or another government agency and threatens arrest unless you pay up, hang up. Scammers across the country are impersonating federal authorities and spoofing legitimate government phone numbers in a rising wave of fraud, authorities say. Victims are being told they face immediate arrest unless they send money via prepaid gift cards, wire transfers, cash, or cryptocurrency. The threats are fake, but the financial losses are very real. Here’s how the scam works: Caller ID spoofing — Scammers manipulate phone numbers so it looks like the …
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Beware Of These Airport Mistakes, TSA Says
Think twice before you plug in or log on at the airport. Travelers who rely on free Wi-Fi or public charging stations could be putting their personal data at serious risk, federal officials say. In a warning aimed at cyber-safety during peak travel season, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) flagged two common behaviors that could make travelers targets for hackers: Avoid USB charging stations. Hackers can install malware at public ports — a method known as “juice jacking” or “port jacking.” Instead, use a TSA-compliant power bank or wall charger. Don’t trust public Wi-Fi. Ne…
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$5.6M Multi-State Fraud Scheme With 1K+ Stolen IDs Lands Pennsylvania Man Federal Charges: DOJ
A Pennsylvania man is accused of stealing over $5.6 million in pandemic aid using more than 1,000 stolen or fake identities, federal prosecutors announced on Monday, June 16. Adepoju Babatunde Salako, 32, has been indicted in Colorado on multiple federal charges after allegedly orchestrating a nationwide COVID-19 benefits scam, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado. Salako faces six counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, and four counts of aggravated identity theft, according to t…
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Bloodied 'Protester Edition' Truck Post Sparks Backlash Against PA Sheriff
A since-deleted photo shared by Adams County Sheriff James Muller on Facebook is drawing backlash from residents and officials amid national “No Kings” protests against the Trump administration. The image showed a white pickup truck splattered in red, resembling blood, with the caption: “The All New Dodge Ram Protester Edition.” It was later deleted, but screenshots have been widely circulated in Facebook groups around central Pennsylvania, including in Gettysburg where protests have recently taken place. The photo—posted in the midst of nationwide demonstrations—sparked outrage online and …
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Alex Cooper Breaks Down Recalling Alleged Sex Harassment By BU Soccer Coach: ‘She Owned Me’
Alex Cooper, host of the wildly popular “Call Her Daddy” podcast, is speaking out about what she describes as a years-long pattern of sexual harassment and psychological manipulation by her college soccer coach. Cooper, a Pennsylvania native and Boston University alum, made the allegations on the Monday, June 16 episode of Dax Shepard’s "Armchair Expert" podcast, where she discussed the experience in greater depth. The story is also at the center of the newly released Hulu documentary "Call Her Alex," which hit the streaming platform on Tuesday, June 10. View this…
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Investigation Into Priest Sexual Abuse Can Proceed, NJ Supreme Court Rules
The New Jersey Supreme Court unanimously ruled on Monday, June 16 that a grand jury investigation into New Jersey archdioceses for sexual abuse can proceed. The Diocese of Camden had challenged the original grand jury investigation, which began in 2018, and a trial court had ruled in favor of the church, blocking the investigation, ruling it was not authorized by law. "We find that the State has the right to proceed with its investigation and present evidence before a special grand jury. If the grand jury issues a presentment, the assignment judge should review the report and publ…
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Gunman Went To Total Of 4 Lawmakers’ Homes Night Of Double-Fatal Shooting: Feds
The man accused of fatally shooting a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband also went to the homes of two other elected officials that same night, Federal authorities say. Before ambushing Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and after wounding State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, Vance L. Boelter allegedly drove to the homes of two other elected officials — both of whom he failed to reach, according to a federal complaint unsealed Monday, June 16. The Justice Department says Boelter, age 57, wore body armor, posed as a police officer, and used a vehicle rigged to resemble a la…
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$1M Lottery Jackpot: Man Gifted Winning Ticket From Friend
A Worcester man won a $1 million lottery prize on a ticket a friend gifted him. Matthew Tracy won the seven-figure prize playing the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$10,000,000 Bonanza," a $20 scratch-off ticket. Tracy elected to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years. He said he has no idea how he'll spend the money because he's still in shock. The winning ticket was bought at Wachusett Farms, 106 Worcester St. in West Boylston. The store will get a $10,000 bonu…
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! Two NJ Lotto Players Split $816K Jackpot
It was a sensational Saturday for two lottery players in New Jersey. Tickets sold in Middlesex County and on the Jackpocket app both won the Jersey Cash 5 drawing on Saturday, June 14, winning $816,218. Each player will receive $408,109. The Middlesex ticket was sold at ShopRite in Spotswood at 380 Summerhill Rd. The winning numbers were 22, 35, 37, 40 and 42. The XTRA was 04 and the Bullseye was 35.
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$10K Scratch-Off Ticket Sold In Englewood
A $50,000 Powerball ticket led a streak of big lottery wins across Bergen County, where three more players also struck it rich on scratch-off games, according to the New Jersey Lottery. The Powerball ticket was sold at Stop & Shop #828 on Washington Avenue for the June 11 drawing, officials said. Between June 9 and June 15, Bergen County saw four prizes of $10,000 or more, including three scratch-off wins: $50,000: $50,000 Jumbo Bucks, sold at 7-Eleven #38990, Paterson Ave, Carlstadt $25,000: Crossword Bonanza, sold at Village Stationers, West Main St, Ramsey $10,000: Mega Hot 7's, so…
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Bergen County Native Killed After 100+ MPH Crash On Route 22: PA State Police
A 27-year-old man originally from Wallington, New Jersey, was killed when his car flew off Route 22 at over 100 mph and struck multiple trees, Pennsylvania State Police said. David Puchala, of Youngstown, Ohio, was ejected from his car and died in the violent crash around 2:55 a.m. Saturday, June 15, along Route 22 East in Bethlehem Township, Northampton County, state police announced. Puchala had been speeding in his Subaru Impreza—traveling over 100 mph in the left lane—when he swerved to avoid a car bumper lying in the roadway near mile marker 330.9, about a mile west of Route 191, accor…
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