Marines May Be Next As Trump Sends National Guard To LA Amid ICE Protests Marines May Be Next As Trump Sends National Guard To LA Amid ICE Protests
Marines May Be Next As Trump Sends National Guard To LA Amid ICE Protests In response to escalating protests against immigration enforcement, the Trump administration has announced the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles. It follows two days of confrontations between demonstrators and immigration agents during raids on local businesses, raising concerns among California officials regarding public safety. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth indicated that active-duty US Marines could also be mobilized from Camp Pendleton in North San Diego County if violence persists. "The violent mob assaults on ICE and Federal Law Enforcement are designed to pre…
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Garden State Parkway Crash, Police Say Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Garden State Parkway Crash, Police Say
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Garden State Parkway Crash, Police Say A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an early morning crash on the Garden State Parkway, New Jersey State Police said. Troopers responded to the scene in Clifton at 1:33 a.m. on Sunday, June 9, near milepost 156.8 on the southbound side of the Parkway in Passaic County. According to a preliminary investigation, the Verona man, 53, was riding south when he "lost directional control, and the motorcycle overturned." The motorcyclist was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained serious injuries, police said. “The crash remains under investigation,” officials said Sunday. “No additional inf…
North Jersey Fire Lt. Convinced Child To Send Him Pornography, Records Show North Jersey Fire Lt. Convinced Child To Send Him Pornography, Records Show
North Jersey Fire Lt. Convinced Child To Send Him Pornography, Records Show A North Jersey fire lieutenant was jailed last week on multiple child sex abuse charges on accusations he convinced a child to engage in pornography stemming from an online relationship, law enforcement officials tell Daily Voice. Bradford "Brad" Flaker, 42, of North Haledon, was booked in the Monmouth County Jail on June 6, with no bond, according to inmate records.  Flaker is listed as a 2nd lieutenant with the Hawthorne Fire Department. His Facebook page shows he works as a service tech for Bobcat of North Jersey. Flaker is accused of having a sexual online relationship with a chil…
NJ Second In Nation's Highest Income Rankings, Study Says: Here's Why NJ Second In Nation's Highest Income Rankings, Study Says: Here's Why
NJ Second In Nation's Highest Income Rankings, Study Says: Here's Why Many Northeast residents are bringing home some of the highest incomes in the country, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of States Where People Have the Highest Income. The study compared all 50 states and Washington, DC, based on the average annual income of the top 5% and bottom 20% of earners, along with the median income for all residents. The report highlights wealthier communities and those facing financial hardship, showing wide wealth gaps in some areas. "The highest-earning 10% of individuals in the United States earn over 12 times more than thos…
These Are Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations, Survey Reveals These Are Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations, Survey Reveals
These Are Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations, Survey Reveals When Americans daydream about the perfect getaway, it’s not about jet-setting halfway across the world. It’s about comfort, calm, and connection. A new survey finds the ideal US vacation lasts 11 days, costs just under $8,800 per person, and happens about three hours from home. Most want more than just a long weekend, and six in 10 believe that dream trip is right here in the States. So, where are they headed? According to the findings, these are Americans’ favorite types of vacation destinations: Sunny beaches: 63 percent Outdoor escapes: 53 percent Major cities: 43 percent Historic site…
L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival Coming To Hackensack L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival Coming To Hackensack
L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival Coming To Hackensack The L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival is coming to Hackensack. The event runs Wednesday, June 18 through Sunday, June 22, at Foschini Park and supports L.E.A.D. — Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence, a nonprofit that works to keep youth drug- and violence-free through school-based programs and outreach. The carnival supports Hackensack PD's L.E.A.D. programming. 🎟️ Carnival Hours & Pricing are as follows: Saturday and Sunday: 3 p.m. to close Hours subject to change. Gate admission: $5 Wristbands: $28.25 (includes admission if purchased online before Wednesday, June 18 at 4 p.m.) 3 to 6 …
SWAT Team Arrests NJ Gym Owner Who Beat Worker With Handgun: Cops SWAT Team Arrests NJ Gym Owner Who Beat Worker With Handgun: Cops
SWAT Team Arrests NJ Gym Owner Who Beat Worker With Handgun: Cops A Kearny gym owner was arrested after allegedly beating a store employee with a handgun during a violent robbery, then fleeing to a nearby gym, police said. The incident happened on Friday, June 6, at 3 p.m. on Schuyler Avenue, after Edsel M. Brown, 35, of Kearny, was confronted by an employee at Seabra Foods for stealing merchandise, Kearny police said. Brown then pulled out a black handgun and beat an employee with it," police said. The victim was taken to a local hospital and later transferred to a trauma center due to the severity of the facial injury. Detectives quickly iden…
Simone Biles Condemns 'Truly Sick' Comments On Trans Athlete, Calls Riley Gaines 'Sore Loser' Simone Biles Condemns 'Truly Sick' Comments On Trans Athlete, Calls Riley Gaines 'Sore Loser'
Simone Biles Condemns 'Truly Sick' Comments On Trans Athlete, Calls Riley Gaines 'Sore Loser' As Elon Musk and President Donald Trump trade blows on social media amid their fractured political alliance, another feud — this time between two of the most prominent figures in women’s sports — is heating up online. Tension between Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and former NCAA swimmer turned conservative commentator Riley Gaines escalated this week after Gaines got angry that a transgender girl competed in a high school state championship softball game. Gaines, who has 1.5 million followers on X, formerly Twitter, called out the Minnesota State High School League for allowing transgender p…
S'more, Please! McDonald's Unveils Summer-Ready McFlurry With HERSHEY'S Twist S'more, Please! McDonald's Unveils Summer-Ready McFlurry With HERSHEY'S Twist
S'more, Please! McDonald's Unveils Summer-Ready McFlurry With Hershey'S Twist McDonald's is bringing a summertime staple to its menu as the weather begins to heat up. The fast-food giant announced that it will be introducing the HERSHEY’S S’mores McFlurry, just in time to "gather around the campfire because summer just got sweeter."  "Our newest McFlurry flavor made with our classic vanilla soft serve, blended with HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows – perfect for making the hot days a little cooler," the company posted. The announcement comes on the heels of McDonald's bringing back the fan-favorite snack wrap. "Whether you’re…
NFL RB Derrick Henry Lands Shot At Sandler Movie — But He’s Gotta Earn It On The Field NFL RB Derrick Henry Lands Shot At Sandler Movie — But He’s Gotta Earn It On The Field
NFL RB Derrick Henry Lands Shot At Sandler Movie — But He’s Gotta Earn It On The Field Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry has a unique incentive for the upcoming season. An outspoken Adam Sandler fan, Henry, 31, has been offered a role in one of his movies — but there's a catch. "Can you do me a favor? If you ever see him again, tell him I'm a really big fan and would really love to meet him one day," the running back shared on The Dan Patrick Show when he spotted the host wearing a sweatshirt for Sandler's upcoming Happy Gilmore 2.   Patrick then called Sandler and said that he made a promise that if Henry rushes for 2,000 yards — a feat only accompl…
Americans Bombarded By Robocalls In May: See Most Common Scam Americans Bombarded By Robocalls In May: See Most Common Scam
Americans Bombarded By Robocalls In May: See Most Common Scam Americans received more than 4.8 billion robocalls in May, a significant increase from 2024, according to a new study. YouMail released its Robocall Index on Friday, June 6. May's call volume dropped slightly by 2.5% from April but was still 7% higher than May 2024. April's data showed the highest number of robocalls since August 2023. "It's nice to get a breather from 2025's trend of higher robocall volume," said YouMail CEO Alex Quilici. "However, it's disappointing that the volume continues at a high level, and consumers still need to protect themselves from these annoying and some…
‘Track And Field Bully’ Heckled Gabby Thomas During Race — Now He’s Banned From FanDuel ‘Track And Field Bully’ Heckled Gabby Thomas During Race — Now He’s Banned From FanDuel
‘Track And Field Bully’ Heckled Gabby Thomas During Race — Now He’s Banned From FanDuel The braggadocious sports bettor who boasted about heckling Olympic champion sprinter Gabby Thomas during a recent event in Philadelphia has been banned by FanDuel, according to reports. Last weekend, a heckler who described himself as "The Track and Field Bully" in his Twitter bio, bragged that he made Thomas lose by heckling her, "and it made my parlay win," in a post accompanied by a photo of the win.  ESPN first reported the bettor had been banned by FanDuel. Not the Slam results I hoped for, but when you race as often as I do, you can’t win em all. On the bright side, this is t…