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Tuesday, feb 18
Politics
Another American Hostage To Be Freed Following Teacher's Return From Russia, US Envoy Says
One day after Pennsylvania teacher Marc Fogel returned home from Russian imprisonment, another American hostage is expected to be freed, President Trump’s special envoy for hostages, Adam Boehler, told Fox News. The unnamed hostage is expected to be released on Wednesday, Feb. 12, Boehler, an Albany native and UPenn graduate, said during an interview with Sean Hannity on Tuesday evening, Feb. 11. “It’s another in a stream of hostages. It’ll be unilateral as well. And I can’t release [the person’s name] until the person’s released, obviously it could endanger the hostage release and that I c…
Politics
American Teacher Marc Fogel Returns Home After Release From Russian Prison
Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania teacher detained in Russia since 2021, is back in the United States following a negotiated exchange facilitated by President Donald J. Trump and his administration, officials announced on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Fogel, who had been serving a 14-year sentence for possessing medical marijuana prescribed for chronic pain, was freed after diplomatic efforts led by Trump and his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. His return follows years of advocacy from his family and lawmakers across the political spectrum. Fogel, Family Express Gratitude In his first public remarks since return…
Police & Fire
Bergen County Man Arrested In Florida Swattings, Sheriff Says
A 22-year-old Bergen County man was arrested last month after making swatting calls to police in Florida, authorities said. Maywood PD In August 2024, officers in south Florida responded to reports of shootings at two different residences, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said. One call said a person was shot in the chest and being held hostage, while another call said the caller, later identified as Justin Flavien, shot his sister, authorities said. Once on scene of both incidents, deputies determined the reports were unfounded and no one was injured, police said. Despite Flavien's effo…
News
Giant Schnauzer From NJ Wins Top Prize At Westminster Dog Show
A giant schnauzer from the Jersey Shore and a human handler from northeastern Connecticut have captured the biggest award on the dog show circuit. Monty, a five-year-old male from Ocean City, New Jersey, won Best in Show at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday, Feb. 11. He was handled by co-owner Katie Bernardin of Chaplin, CT. The schnauzer with a dignified black coat defeated more than 2,500 other dogs during two days of judging in New York City, culminating with the group and Best in Show competitions at Madison Square Garden. "He always tried so hard and I'…
Police & Fire
Clifton Student Made Bomb, Shooting, Death Threats That Were 'Highly Specific,' Police Say
A 17-year-old Clifton High School student has been arrested and charged with making multiple violent threats targeting students, staff, and the school itself, authorities said. Detectives from the Clifton Police Juvenile Division arrested the teen male on Monday, Feb. 3, following an investigation into four reported incidents between Jan. 27 and Jan. 29, Clifton Police Lt. Robert Anderson said. The threats, which included bomb threats, school shooting threats, and death threats, were sent electronically and were highly specific in nature, Anderson said. The threats resulted in large-…
Lifestyle
SNL's Joe Piscopo Returns Home To North Jersey For Book Signing
As "Saturday Night Live" celebrates its 50th anniversary, former cast member Joe Piscopo, a North Jersey native, is ready to tell his story. Piscopo, who was born in Passaic and grew up in North Caldwell, is signing copies of his new book, "Average Joe: The Memoirs of a Blue-Collar Entertainer" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. In the book, Piscopo talks about getting started in the New York standup scene where he befriended Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David and Gilbert Gottfried, according to a synopsis. On SNL, he made millions laugh with his skits with Eddie Murph…
News
New Surge In Flu Cases Reported Nationwide; NJ Among States Are Seeing Biggest Spikes
Flu cases are surging across the nation, closing nearly a dozen schools and swamping hospitals in some states. At least 24 million cases, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 13,000 deaths —including 57 children —have been reported for this flu season, which began in October, according to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday, Feb. 7. The two strains of flu circulating this season are H1N1 and H3N2. Both are covered in this year's flu vaccine, but only about 40 percent of Americans have taken the vaccine each of the last two years, compared to 50 percent t…
Business
Major Grocers Putting Limits On Egg Carton Purchases
Egg shortages are hitting grocery stores nationwide, prompting retailers to impose limits on how many cartons customers can buy. Major chains, including Trader Joe’s, Costco, and Whole Foods, have restricted egg purchases as supply chain disruptions and an ongoing avian flu outbreak send prices soaring. Some locations are limiting customers to one or two dozen eggs per visit in an effort to prevent stockpiling and ensure availability for more shoppers. What’s Behind Egg Shortages? The latest bird flu outbreak has severely impacted egg production, with millions of chickens culled to …
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 11 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $110M Jackpot
The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday Mega Millions drawing with a recently reset jackpot. The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday, Feb. 11 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $110 million, with an estimated cash option of $50 million. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 07-30-39-41-70 with a Mega Ball of 13 and a Megaplier of 3X. MegaMillions If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14. Lottery players have a …
Police & Fire
Murder
: Ex-UConn Hoops Star Charged With Mom's Florida Killing, Sheriff Says
Former UConn basketball standout Eric Cobb has been arrested in his mother's murder in Florida, officials announced Tuesday, Feb. 11. The 28-year-old former athlete was taken into custody after officers responded to a disturbing scene on 15th Street West in the Mid-Westside area, the sheriff's office said. Officers arrived to find 51-year-old Erika Winford unresponsive, wrapped in a blanket and towels in the backyard. She had suffered a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. Cobb was detained as he attempted to leave the home, police said. Following an interview with detective…
Lifestyle
Casting Call: 'Fun, High-Energy People' Sought For Segment On Nationally-Syndicated Talk Show
Are you the life of the party? This could be your chance to shine. A nationally-syndicated daytime talk show is on the hunt for “fun, high-energy people” in the New York area to participate in a game segment. The casting, posted in the "Long Island Casting Calls" Facebook group by former The Drew Barrymore Show and CNN producer Catie Perry, does not name the show in question. Hopefuls are encouraged to send a video including their name, age, hometown, and some fun facts about themselves. If you think you’ve got what it takes to keep the audience entertained, email catiep.castin…
News
Husband Orchestrated Murder Of Renowned NY Art Dealer Brent Sikkema, DOJ Says
The estranged husband of acclaimed New York City art dealer Brent Sikkema orchestrated his killing, prosecutors alleged. Daniel Sikkema, 54, was indicted on murder-for-hire and related charges in Manhattan federal court on Tuesday, Feb. 11, in the death of Brent Sikkema. The art dealer and co-founder of Manhattan-based Sikkema Jenkins & Co, 75, was found stabbed to death inside his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in January 2024, according to the US Attorney’s Office. An investigation found that the couple was in the midst of contentious divorce proceedings when Daniel Sikkema hired a hit man…
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