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Michigan State Shooter Has NJ Ties, Previous Gun Offense Michigan State Shooter Has NJ Ties, Previous Gun Offense
Michigan State Shooter Has NJ Ties, Previous Gun Offense The 43-year-old gunman who killed three students and wounded five at Michigan State University before turning the gun on himself Monday, Feb. 13 appears to have New Jersey ties. The shooter was identified by MSU Interim Deputy Chief Chris Rozman as Anthony McRae. According to a report by the New York Post and her obituary, McRae's late mother was born and lived in Trenton. Screenshots of McRae's Facebook profile circulating on Twitter show he listed Trenton as his hometown. McRae also apparently had local ties to one town in Mercer County, authorities said. All 3 who were killed were M…

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by David Cifarelli & Cecilia Levine
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James Caan Of 'The Godfather' Dies James Caan Of 'The Godfather' Dies
James Caan Of 'The Godfather' Dies James Caan, the New York-born actor best-known for his highly acclaimed roles in “The Godfather,” “Elf,” and “Misery,” has died at the age of 82. His death was announced on Caan's official Twitter account. A cause of death was not made immediately available. “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jimmy on the evening of July 6," the tweet says. "The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time." Caan, who will forever be known for playing “Sonny” Corleone, the …

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COVID-19 Outbreak Linked To Parties Halts Rutgers Football Workouts COVID-19 Outbreak Linked To Parties Halts Rutgers Football Workouts
Covid-19 Outbreak Linked To Parties Halts Rutgers Football Workouts Rutgers' football program has halted workouts less than two weeks before training camp due to a COVID-19 outbreak among athletes. Fifteen players tested positive for the virus following series of on-campus parties, state health officials said. "We have had several circumstances where indoor and outdoor gatherings in our state have led to community clusters of COVID-19,” NJ Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli said. "Even smaller gatherings can lead to cases." Four other Big Ten teams --Ohio State, Michigan State, Maryland and Indiana – have also suspended summer workouts. “We have paused…

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by Cecilia Levine