Trump Expected In NJ Ahead Of West Point Speech, FAA Issues VIP Alert Trump Expected In NJ Ahead Of West Point Speech, FAA Issues VIP Alert
Trump Expected In NJ Ahead Of West Point Speech, FAA Issues VIP Alert The FAA has issued a VIP Movement Notification for the Morristown/Bedminster area from May 23 to May 25, signaling that President Trump is expected to be in New Jersey ahead of his scheduled commencement address at West Point. The alert, published by the FAA Safety Team (FAAST), outlines temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) up to 17,999 feet MSL. It does not name Trump specifically, but notices of this kind are typically reserved for presidential-level travel, especially when they include areas like Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster. Specific restrictions will be available via NOTAM an…
Near Disaster At LaGuardia Airport: Passenger Jet Aborts Takeoff Due To Potential Collision Near Disaster At LaGuardia Airport: Passenger Jet Aborts Takeoff Due To Potential Collision
Near Disaster At LaGuardia Airport: Passenger Jet Aborts Takeoff Due To Potential Collision Federal authorities are investigating an incident in which two planes nearly collided on a runway. A Republic Airways plane nearing liftoff found a United Airlines jet suddenly in its path at LaGuardia Airport in New York City. Authorities announced on Monday, May 19, details of the event that occurred just after noon on Tuesday, May 6. The Republic jet was forced to abort takeoff because the United plane was suddenly in its path. Audio obtained by ABC News revealed a controller telling the Republic pilot: “Sorry about that, I thought United had cleared well before that.” New runway safe…
US Marshals Capture NJ Homicide Suspect In Maryland: Prosecutor US Marshals Capture NJ Homicide Suspect In Maryland: Prosecutor
US Marshals Capture NJ Homicide Suspect In Maryland: Prosecutor A 28-year-old Maryland man wanted for a deadly stabbing in New Jersey has been captured and is now facing multiple charges, including homicide, prosecutors announced. Jamari E. Dortch, of Rossville, MD, was arrested on Saturday, May 17, by the U.S. Marshals Capitol Area Regional Fugitive Task Force in connection with a stabbing Friday, May 16 on Anderson Street in Phillipsburg, according to Warren County Acting Prosecutor Jessica L. Cardone. Phillipsburg Police were flagged down around 3 a.m. after a 26-year-old woman was found unresponsive with injuries consistent with being stabbed, autho…
Teen Stabbed In Cafeteria Fight By Older Classmate In Wayne: Police Teen Stabbed In Cafeteria Fight By Older Classmate In Wayne: Police
Teen Stabbed In Cafeteria Fight By Older Classmate In Wayne: Police A 14-year-old student was stabbed multiple times in the chest during a fight inside a Wayne school cafeteria on Monday, May 19, local police said. The incident occurred just after 12:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Learning Center on Van Duyne Avenue, Wayne Police Chief Joseph Rooney said. School staff reported that the victim was bleeding heavily from stab wounds to the chest and that the offender was in the lower level of the school,” the chief said in a statement. Officers arrived and immediately treated the victim, while others located and arrested the suspect. The knife believed to have been …
NJ Man Built A Corvette-Powered Food Truck, Now He’s Gunning For A World Record NJ Man Built A Corvette-Powered Food Truck, Now He’s Gunning For A World Record
NJ Man Built A Corvette-Powered Food Truck, Now He’s Gunning For A World Record It’s part food truck, part racecar — but all New Jersey ambition. LJ Koch of West Milford, is trying to make history this summer — behind the wheel of a Corvette-powered fajita truck that just hit 126 mph at Pocono Raceway. Nicknamed The Vettro, the one-of-a-kind ride is part 1952 International Metro Van, part 2021 Corvette Stingray, and fully fueled by Jersey creativity. “We didn’t plan on making a race car food truck,” said Koch, 30. “But after a mid-engine C8 Corvette came into our lives, we all looked at each other and were like, we need to build the world’s fastest food truck.” Koch,…
DoorDash Driver Shooting: NY Highway Super Gets Attempted Murder Charge (UPDATE) DoorDash Driver Shooting: NY Highway Super Gets Attempted Murder Charge (UPDATE)
DoorDash Driver Shooting: NY Highway Super Gets Attempted Murder Charge (Update) A grand jury has indicted an Orange County town's Highway Superintendent, John J. Reilly III, on 13 felony counts, including attempted murder, stemming from the Friday, May 2 shooting of a DoorDash driver outside his home, prosecutors announced.   Reilly, 48, is now facing a slew of serious charges, including two counts of first-degree assault, attempted second-degree murder, and multiple weapons charges, the Orange County District Attorney's Office announced on Monday, May 19.  The indictment was handed up in Orange County Court on Monday. A date for Reilly’s arraignment is …
'Dilbert' Creator Scott Adams Has Months To Live After Same Cancer Diagnosis As Biden 'Dilbert' Creator Scott Adams Has Months To Live After Same Cancer Diagnosis As Biden
'Dilbert' Creator Scott Adams Has Months To Live After Same Cancer Diagnosis As Biden Scott Adams, the controversial creator of the comic strip Dilbert, has revealed he is battling terminal cancer and expects to die within months. In an episode of his “Coffee With Scott Adams” podcast on Monday, May 19, the 66-year-old New York native revealed he has the same aggressive form of prostate cancer that former President Joe Biden is facing — but claims he’s had it longer. “I have the same cancer that Joe Biden has,” Adams said in the video. “I also have prostate cancer that has also spread to my bones, but I’ve had it longer than he’s had it – well, longer than he’s admitted havi…
NJ Teen’s NY Lawn Job Turns Into Car Theft, Crash In Bergen County: Police NJ Teen’s NY Lawn Job Turns Into Car Theft, Crash In Bergen County: Police
NJ Teen’s NY Lawn Job Turns Into Car Theft, Crash In Bergen County: Police A 15-year-old boy is facing a series of charges in both New York and New Jersey after allegedly assaulting an elderly woman and stealing her car in the Hudson Valley under the guise of mowing her lawn before leading police on a multi-state chase that ended in a crash near the George Washington Bridge.  The events leading to the boy's arrest began around 12:22 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, in the West Ward area of the Rockland County village of Suffern. A resident contacted police after seeing her neighbor, an elderly woman, being pushed to the ground during a suspected vehicle theft, the Su…
Michael Quartey, Tropical Bowl Founder, NJ Sports Agent, Dies Suddenly At 47 Michael Quartey, Tropical Bowl Founder, NJ Sports Agent, Dies Suddenly At 47
Michael Quartey, Tropical Bowl Founder, NJ Sports Agent, Dies Suddenly At 47 Michael Quartey, a devoted father, attorney, professor, and the force behind several major college football bowl games, died suddenly on May 15, 2025, his family confirmed. He was 47 years old. Quartey, of New Jersey, founded the Tropical Bowl, FCS Bowl, and National Bowl, giving under-the-radar athletes a real shot at pro football careers. Over the past 15 years, his events drew scouts from the NFL, CFL, UFL, and beyond. “The late Mr. Michael Quartey opened doors for many small school players to showcase their talent,” wrote @scouting777 on Instagram. “While he was taken from us far too so…
Doctors Warned Him Not To Drive, He Did Anyway: Now He's Guilty In Deadly Paterson Crash Doctors Warned Him Not To Drive, He Did Anyway: Now He's Guilty In Deadly Paterson Crash
Doctors Warned Him Not To Drive, He Did Anyway: Now He's Guilty In Deadly Paterson Crash A Florida man who ran a stop sign and killed a pedestrian in Paterson in 2019 has been found guilty of reckless vehicular homicide, authorities announced. Alvin W. Mootoo, 52, of Orlando, FL, was convicted by a jury on Monday, May 19, following a trial in Passaic County Superior Court, according to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes. The jury returned verdicts of guilty for Death by Auto / Reckless Vehicular Homicide and Assault by Auto, Valdes said. According to trial evidence, the crash happened on Jan. 2, 2019, when Mootoo was driving a black Buick Encore at approximately 55 mi…
50-Year Owner Of NJ Flower Shop In Fight For His Life 50-Year Owner Of NJ Flower Shop In Fight For His Life
50-Year Owner Of NJ Flower Shop In Fight For His Life Lenny Zieff, a beloved florist and orchid grower from Morris County, is in the fight of his life — and now, his community is rallying to return the support he’s given for decades. Zieff, who has been at the helm of Victor’s Florist in South Orange for more than 50 years, has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, according to a GoFundMe launched by Barry Goldin. He’s also battling congestive heart failure and compromised lung function following recent surgery. “Due to his conditions, Lenny can no longer work, can no longer live in his home, and needs to be where the help and medical ca…
EXCLUSIVE: NJ Man With Disability Shot Execution-Style After SEPTA Ride, Family Says EXCLUSIVE: NJ Man With Disability Shot Execution-Style After SEPTA Ride, Family Says
Exclusive: NJ Man With Disability Shot Execution-Style After SEPTA Ride, Family Says The family of Paul David Ley-Harris, the New Jersey-born man gunned down after stepping off a SEPTA bus in Lower Providence, is speaking out for the first time — calling the shooter a “heartless coward” who preyed on someone unable to defend himself. In an exclusive statement to Daily Voice, Paul’s older brother, Peter Li, confirmed that the 47-year-old victim was neurologically disabled due to severe epileptic seizures, giving new context to the chilling May 17 killing that Montgomery County prosecutors have described as an execution-style robbery. "He Had The Mind Of A Child" Paul had the…
Bergenfield Mourns Loss Of Little League Coach Days After Another Tragedy Bergenfield Mourns Loss Of Little League Coach Days After Another Tragedy
Bergenfield Mourns Loss Of Little League Coach Days After Another Tragedy Bergenfield is mourning the loss of another community leader. John “Johnny” Gallagher, a longtime Little League coach, board member, and community volunteer, died early Monday morning, May 19, according to former Mayor Norman Schmelz. His death comes less than a week after that of Coach Robert Violante, who died in a fiery crash on the Taconic State Parkway last week. “Early this morning Bergenfield lost another great one,” Schmelz said. “John Fitzgerald Gallagher coached hundreds of kids in Little League and was on their executive board for many years even after his kids were no longe…
Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, 3 Other Celebrities Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, 3 Other Celebrities
Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, 3 Other Celebrities After firing back at Bruce Springsteen for criticizing him during a concert tour, President Trump is now calling for “major investigations” into Springsteen and other celebrities for their support of his opponent, Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election. In addition to Springsteen, Trump also named two other singer/songwriters — Bono and Beyoncé — as well as longtime TV host, actress, and producer and l Oprah Winfrey. Giving the all-caps key his usual workout, Trump posted on his Truth Social platform on Monday, May 19: “HOW MUCH DID KAMALA HARRIS PAY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN FOR HIS POOR PERFORM…
Morris County's Hottest New Coffee Shop Is Run By Husband-Wife Duo, Her Family In Colombia Morris County's Hottest New Coffee Shop Is Run By Husband-Wife Duo, Her Family In Colombia
Morris County's Hottest New Coffee Shop Is Run By Husband-Wife Duo, Her Family In Colombia A Colombian coffee shop with deep roots in family, farming, and cultural tradition is now brewing in Morris County. Tierra Encanto Coffee, which roughly translates to enchanted land and is located at 35 N Beverwyck Road, is a labor of love from husband-and-wife team Jesus Gueits Pereira and Yenifer Osorio, who opened the shop last month. “So far so good — the people are very happy,” said Gueits Pereira, 38. “There wasn’t any coffee shop in the area… we’re basically the only specialty Colombian coffee company here. The community is very active and we’re very grateful for the support.” Yenif…
Sunny Days Ahead: Netflix Welcomes Sesame Street To Streaming Platform Sunny Days Ahead: Netflix Welcomes Sesame Street To Streaming Platform
Sunny Days Ahead: Netflix Welcomes Sesame Street To Streaming Platform More than 50 years after first welcoming viewers to its sunny neighborhood, Sesame Street is heading to Netflix with a revamped 56th season and 90 hours of classic episodes – even as the show's creators face layoffs, unionizing staff, and lost funding. Sesame Street will debut its 56th season on Netflix later in 2025, the show said in a news release on Monday, May 19. The deal gives Netflix exclusive global premiere rights to the show, which will also remain free to US viewers through PBS and PBS Kids digital platforms. The reimagined season features one 11-minute story per episode, new int…
$20K And $10K Scratch-Offs Sold In Bergen County On Same Day $20K And $10K Scratch-Offs Sold In Bergen County On Same Day
$20K And $10K Scratch-Offs Sold In Bergen County On Same Day Sunday, May 18 was a lucky day for two New Jersey Lottery players in Bergen County. One hit big at a liquor store in Bogota and another at a 7-Eleven in South Hackensack. According to New Jersey Lottery officials, a $20,000 Loaded ticket worth $20,000 was sold at Riverview Liquors, located at 55 River Road in Bogota. That same day, a $1,000,000 Spectacular ticket worth $10,000 was purchased at 7-Eleven #34695, located at 310 Huyler Street in South Hackensack. Both wins came from scratch-off games. Winners are encouraged to sign the back of their tickets immediately and file a claim with …
NJ Transit Strike Ends, Rail Service To Resume Tuesday NJ Transit Strike Ends, Rail Service To Resume Tuesday
NJ Transit Strike Ends, Rail Service To Resume Tuesday New Jersey commuters can breathe a sigh of relief. Governor Phil Murphy and NJ TRANSIT CEO Kris Kolluri announced Sunday, May 18, that a tentative agreement has been reached with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) — officially ending a three-day rail strike that disrupted transit for tens of thousands across the region. “I am pleased to announce that we have reached a fair and fiscally responsible contract settlement that provides a generous wage increase for BLET members while saving taxpayers and customers the burden of fare increases,” said Murphy. Weekday rail …
VP JD Vance Raises Doubts About Biden’s Fitness As President Post-Cancer Diagnosis VP JD Vance Raises Doubts About Biden’s Fitness As President Post-Cancer Diagnosis
VP JD Vance Raises Doubts About Biden’s Fitness As President Post-Cancer Diagnosis Vice President JD Vance is questioning former President Joe Biden’s ability to serve as commander-in-chief following the announcement of Biden’s diagnosis with advanced prostate cancer.  Vance made the statement while speaking to the media aboard Air Force Two on Monday, May 19, on the way back from Rome where he attended the papal inauguration at St. Peter's Square. While Vance conveyed his hopes for Biden’s recovery, the VP stated, "Look, I will say, whether the right time to have this conversation is now or at some point in the future. We really do need to be honest about whether th…
Liquor Store Fight, NJ Restaurant Shooting Leads To PA Arrest Of Teen By SERT Liquor Store Fight, NJ Restaurant Shooting Leads To PA Arrest Of Teen By SERT
Liquor Store Fight, NJ Restaurant Shooting Leads To PA Arrest Of Teen By Sert A New Jersey teen accused of opening fire on a group outside a restaurant after a liquor store fight has been arrested in Lancaster, authorities announced on Monday, May 19. Jaylen A. McCray, 18, of Union, is accused of firing six shots toward a group of people on the 200 block of Morris Avenue in Elizabeth City around 9 p.m. on Friday, May 9, according to police. One man was struck in the leg. The gunfire erupted just minutes after McCray had been involved in a physical altercation with the same group inside a nearby liquor store, investigators said. Both the fight and the shooting were ca…
NJ Infant Dies After Struck By Car Driven By Mother: Prosecutor NJ Infant Dies After Struck By Car Driven By Mother: Prosecutor
NJ Infant Dies After Struck By Car Driven By Mother: Prosecutor A 10-month old infant was fatally struck by a vehicle driven by his mother in Jackson Township on Saturday, May 17, authorities said. Wendy Castillo-Torres, a 30-year-old Lakehurst resident, was driving without a license when she struck her son with her car, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. At 6:15 p.m., Castillo-Torres was cleaning motor vehicles in a friend's garage in Jackson, Billhimer said. The infant was positioned in a bouncer seat between two vehicles, Billhimer said. After cleaning the cars, Castillo-Torres entered one of the vehicles to move it, but instead of plac…
Storm System Will Arrive Leading Into Memorial Day Weekend Storm System Will Arrive Leading Into Memorial Day Weekend
Storm System Will Arrive Leading Into Memorial Day Weekend A significant weather shift, characterized by persistent rain and unseasonably cool temperatures, will arrive just days before Memorial Day. Meteorologists predict that by mid-week, conditions will be more typical of early spring, prompting the need for umbrellas and jackets. AccuWeather Meteorologist Nicole Joniak noted, “The dreary weather should be quite noticeable as we are heading into the time of year when people are starting to open up their pools.” After sunny and seasonable days on Monday, May 19, and Tuesday, May 20, increasing cloud cover will signal a storm’s approach…
Pilot Killed In NJ Plane Crash: Officials Pilot Killed In NJ Plane Crash: Officials
Pilot Killed In NJ Plane Crash: Officials A pilot was killed in a plane crash in Hunterdon County on Friday, May 16, authorities said. At 4:40 p.m., a Chinook Plus 2 crashed in Alexandria Township, the Federal Aviation Administration said. The pilot was the only person on board the plane, the FAA said. The plane crashed in a heavily wooded area near Airport Road and Mechlins Corner Road, the Quakerstown Fire Company said. The pilot was found deceased after a fire was extinguished, firefighters said. New Jersey State Police also responded to the scene, firefighters said. The FAA said it and the National Transportation Safety Board…
Trump Jr. Draws Fire For Raising Questions About Biden Cancer Disclosure Trump Jr. Draws Fire For Raising Questions About Biden Cancer Disclosure
Trump Jr. Draws Fire For Raising Questions About Biden Cancer Disclosure Donald Trump Jr. has sparked controversy by suggesting news of former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer was hidden. “What I want to know is how did Dr. Jill Biden miss stage five metastatic cancer or is this yet another coverup???” the first son wrote on both the Truth Social and X social media platforms. Biden was actually diagnosed with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), not Stage 5 cancer.  Biden's office said in a statement on Sunday, May 18, that he received the diagnosis on Friday, May 16, and that the cancer had spread to the bone. That came after a “small nodule” was fo…
These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals
These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals A new nationwide analysis is shedding light on how states compare when it comes to a major public health challenge, and the results show striking geographic patterns. The report from U.S. News reveals which states are most affected by obesity and which are faring better — a factor that plays a critical role in overall health rankings. The data is part of the 2025 Best States rankings. It is based on self-reported obesity rates from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, a collaboration between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state health departments. Obesi…
25-Year-Old Microbiologist Shot Dead On PA Sidewalk; Boyfriend Charged With Murder: DA 25-Year-Old Microbiologist Shot Dead On PA Sidewalk; Boyfriend Charged With Murder: DA
25-Year-Old Microbiologist Shot Dead On PA Sidewalk; Boyfriend Charged With Murder: DA A 25-year-old woman was shot and killed on a West Conshohocken sidewalk early Sunday morning, and her boyfriend has been charged with her murder, Montgomery County authorities announced on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Alyssa Rose Wiest, a Quality Control Microbiologist at GSK, was found face-down with multiple gunshot wounds to her torso on the 200 block of Moorehead Avenue around 12:25 a.m., according to West Conshohocken Police and District Attorney Kevin R. Steele. Officers administered first aid before she was rushed to Lankenau Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Wiest, a graduate of the…
Gruesome Dolphin Decapitation On Remote East Coast Island Sparks Federal Probe Gruesome Dolphin Decapitation On Remote East Coast Island Sparks Federal Probe
Gruesome Dolphin Decapitation On Remote East Coast Island Sparks Federal Probe Wildlife authorities are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the capture of whoever decapitated a dolphin off the coast of North Carolina. The incident was reported last week, when a dolphin was found dead — but intact — near a remote island off the Tar Heel State's coast. Days later, however, when experts returned, they discovered the animal had been gruesomely mutilated. “This animal was intentionally decapitated, a violation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The remote location where the dolphin was found adds to the difficulty of investigating this incident and the c…
Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form Of Cancer That's Spread To The Bone Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form Of Cancer That's Spread To The Bone
Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form Of Cancer That's Spread To The Bone Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to the bone. Last week, a “small nodule” was found on the 82-year-old Biden's prostate after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms, according to a statement from his personal office released late Sunday afternoon, May 18. The statement went on to say that on Friday, May 16, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone, said the statement.  "While this represents a more aggressive form…
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Agents with the U.S. Secret Service spoke to former FBI Director James Comey after an Instagram post sparked speculation that he was advocating for the assassination of former President Donald Trump, his one-time boss. Last week, Comey posted a photo of seashells arranged to spell out “8647.” The number 86 is often used as slang for “to get rid of” something, NPR reported. In the restaurant industry, it means to eliminate an item from the menu. Many observers interpreted the number 47 as a reference to Trump potentially becoming the 47th president. Comey said in the caption that he found a …
Mexican Navy Cadets, 20 And 22, Killed As Ship Crashes Into Brooklyn Bridge Identified Mexican Navy Cadets, 20 And 22, Killed As Ship Crashes Into Brooklyn Bridge Identified
Mexican Navy Cadets, 20 And 22, Killed As Ship Crashes Into Brooklyn Bridge Identified Two Mexican Navy cadets were killed and 19 others injured when a large sailboat with a tall mast crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge during a mechanical failure on Saturday night, May 17, officials said. Crash After Mechanical Failure The "Cuauhtémoc", a Mexican Navy training ship, had just departed from Pier 17 when it lost steering control around 8:26 p.m., according to the NYPD and preliminary findings from the U.S. Coast Guard, FDNY, and NYC Department of Transportation. The ship drifted into the Brooklyn Bridge, where its masts struck the structure and snapped apart. The vessel was carryi…
First US-Born Pope Vows Unity At Historic Inauguration In Rome First US-Born Pope Vows Unity At Historic Inauguration In Rome
First Us-born Pope Vows Unity At Historic Inauguration In Rome In a historic celebration, Pope Leo XIV, the first United States-born pontiff in the nearly 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church, made a pledge to work for unity during his inauguration mass on Sunday, May 18, at St. Peter's Square in Rome. Addressing a crowd of over 200,000, including many world leaders, he expressed gratitude for the support he has received as he steps into his new role after Pope Francis died at age 88 on Easter Monday, April 21. “Following the death of Pope Francis, we felt like sheep without a shepherd," Pope Leo said. "Yet, having received his final blessing on E…