Scam Alert: Fake IRS Messages Target Taxpayers With Bogus Payment Offer Scam Alert: Fake IRS Messages Target Taxpayers With Bogus Payment Offer
Scam Alert: Fake IRS Messages Target Taxpayers With Bogus Payment Offer Taxpayers are being warned about a new scam involving unsolicited text messages impersonating the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The fraudulent messages falsely claim recipients are eligible for a $1,400 Economic Impact Payment and instruct them to click a deceptive link to "claim" the funds. How The Scam Works Victims receive a text message that appears to be from the IRS, stating they are owed an Economic Impact Payment. The message urges them to provide personal information to process the supposed payment. Scammers promise the money will be deposited into a bank account or mailed as a…
New York Among Least Federally Dependent States, New Study Says New York Among Least Federally Dependent States, New Study Says
New York Among Least Federally Dependent States, New Study Says Some states in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic rely heavily on federal dollars, while others send far more to Washington than they get back, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Most & Least Federally Dependent States on Monday, Mar. 10. The study ranked all 50 states based on metrics like return on federal taxes paid, federal funding as a share of state revenue, and the percentage of federal jobs. The report showed a sharp divide in federal dependency across the US, with many Democratic-leaning states contributing more in taxes than they receive a…
NASA Starts Mass Firings Of Scientists NASA Starts Mass Firings Of Scientists
NASA Starts Mass Firings Of Scientists NASA is eliminating key scientific offices— including the Office of the Chief Scientist — as part of a broad restructuring that will reduce the agency’s workforce and impact major research initiatives.  The cuts, revealed in an internal email reported by Axios, are tied to a phased reduction in force that also dissolves NASA’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, affecting about 20 employees. The implications of these cuts are significant, as they cast doubt on the future of vital NASA science initiatives, particularly those focusing on human-induced climate chang…
17 Dead In Tornado Outbreak Through Several States From Massive System Moving East 17 Dead In Tornado Outbreak Through Several States From Massive System Moving East
17 Dead In Tornado Outbreak Through Several States From Massive System Moving East A deadly tornado outbreak has left at least 17 people dead and numerous others injured as a powerful storm system carves a destructive path across multiple states, now heading toward the East Coast. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued tornado watches early Saturday, March 15, for parts of Illinois, Indiana, Texas. Alabama, Mississippi, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Entire neighborhoods have been torn apart, trees uprooted, and residents trapped under collapsed structures, according to emergency responders.  Some of the hardest-hit areas include Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, and Mississip…
NY Scores High For Supporting Immigrants But Economic Gaps Persist, New Study Says NY Scores High For Supporting Immigrants But Economic Gaps Persist, New Study Says
NY Scores High For Supporting Immigrants But Economic Gaps Persist, New Study Says A new study says some mid-Atlantic states are among the nation's leaders for having the best conditions for immigrants. Virginia ranked No. 1 as the most welcoming state for immigrants, while Arizona was named the worst, according to the study from SmileHub. The report evaluated states on 17 key factors, including the share of immigrants, job opportunities, and legal protections. The study was released as concerns rise over the Trump administration's crackdown on undocumented migrants, which is also increasing fears among immigrants legally in the US. "Over 51 million immigrants live …
Disney Drops 'Freakier Friday' Trailer: Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis Swap Bodies (Again!) Disney Drops 'Freakier Friday' Trailer: Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis Swap Bodies (Again!)
Disney Drops 'Freakier Friday' Trailer: Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis Swap Bodies (Again!) Lightning is striking twice, and things are about to get freakier.  Disney has officially dropped the trailer for "Freakier Friday," a sequel to the 2003 smash hit "Freaky Friday," bringing back Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis for another round of body-swapping mayhem. The highly anticipated film is set to hit theaters on Aug. 8, 2025. Production on the sequel kicked off in June 2024 in Los Angeles, and Disney is bringing back some familiar faces. Alongside Lohan and Curtis, original cast members Mark Harmon, Chad Michael Murray, Christina Vidal Mitchell, Haley Hudson, Lucille Soong…
'Gasoline And A Match:' Conservative Moms Group Accuses Church Of Pedophilia, Mayor Says 'Gasoline And A Match:' Conservative Moms Group Accuses Church Of Pedophilia, Mayor Says
'Gasoline And A Match:' Conservative Moms Group Accuses Church Of Pedophilia, Mayor Says Authorities are investigating a threat made against a Park Ridge church after it was falsely accused of supporting pedophilia in a social media post, officials said. In a letter to the community, Mayor Keith J. Misciagna said the First United Church of Christ of Park Ridge was targeted by a local chapter of Moms for Liberty, a conservative activist group, which claimed the church supported pedophilia. Misciagna condemned the accusation, calling it “heinous” and warning that hate speech can incite violence and intolerance. The controversy escalated when a social media commenter suggested th…
Child's Brain Injury Sparks Recall Of 10K+ Toddler Stools Sold On Amazon Child's Brain Injury Sparks Recall Of 10K+ Toddler Stools Sold On Amazon
Child's Brain Injury Sparks Recall Of 10K+ Toddler Stools Sold On Amazon More than 10,000 toddler stools sold on Amazon have been recalled after several children were injured in collapsing incidents — including one case where a child suffered a brain injury. The recall affects about 10,300 Onasti Toddler Tower Stools, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Mar. 13. The stools can tip over or collapse during use, creating serious fall hazards. The plastic, foldable stools come in multiple colors, including beige, blue, gray, green, and pink. They're about 25 inches long, 24 inches wide, and 32 inches tall. The stools have an adju…
Passengers Evacuate Onto Wing After Fire Erupts On American Airlines Plane In Denver Passengers Evacuate Onto Wing After Fire Erupts On American Airlines Plane In Denver
Passengers Evacuate Onto Wing After Fire Erupts On American Airlines Plane In Denver A fire broke out on an American Airlines aircraft, leading to the hospitalization of 12 people, and sending some passengers onto the wing of the plane to evacuate. The incident at the Denver International Airport occurred shortly after Flight 1006, en route from Colorado Springs to Dallas Fort Worth, safely landed at approximately 5:15 p.m. Mountain time Thursday, March 13 due to reported engine vibrations, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An American Airlines plane caught fire at Denver's airport: https://t.co/5QEzEAj6wL pic.twitter.com/xRGwoZ5hwx — 9NEWS Den…
Hamas Agrees To Release NJ's Edan Alexander, Last Living American Hostage: Reports Hamas Agrees To Release NJ's Edan Alexander, Last Living American Hostage: Reports
Hamas Agrees To Release NJ's Edan Alexander, Last Living American Hostage: Reports Edan Alexander is coming home. The 20-year-old Tenafly, NJ native is the last surviving American-Israeli hostage taken by Hamas in the Oct. 7 attack. Multiple news outlets including ABC and The Hill said on Friday, March 14, that the terrorist organization agreed to release Alexander along with the bodies of four other dual nationals. The announcement, which came on the Jewish holiday of Purim, was reportedly made on Telegram, according to The Hill. After graduating from Tenafly High School in 2022, Alexander volunteered to serve in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). He was serving at the G…
$1 Billion In Refunds Haven't Been Claimed, IRS Says: Here's Who's Eligible $1 Billion In Refunds Haven't Been Claimed, IRS Says: Here's Who's Eligible
$1 Billion In Refunds Haven't Been Claimed, IRS Says: Here's Who's Eligible More than 1.1 million Americans are owed a share of over $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds, but time is running out to collect, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced. Taxpayers have until Tuesday, April 15, to file their returns and claim their refunds before the money is forfeited to the US Treasury. The IRS estimates that the median refund is $781, meaning half of the refunds are higher and half are lower. Who’s Eligible? Many of those who haven't filed may be due more than just their refund. The IRS warns that low- and moderate-income taxpayers could also be missing out on …
MAGA Fan Loses Bet With Dropkick Murphys Frontman At Concert — But Still Wins Big (VIDEO) MAGA Fan Loses Bet With Dropkick Murphys Frontman At Concert — But Still Wins Big (VIDEO)
Maga Fan Loses Bet With Dropkick Murphys Frontman At Concert — But Still Wins Big (Video) Dropkick Murphys frontman Ken Casey put his money where his mouth is when he challenged a MAGA-shirt-wearing fan to a bet at a recent concert—and won in front of a roaring crowd. During a live concert in Clearwater, FL, Casey spotted the fan in the audience and proposed a "friendly wager" in the name of "dialogue and discourse." Casey, a Pittsfield, MA native, and his band have long been critics of President Donald Trump. This time, Casey bet that the hat and shirt were not made in America. Casey vowed that if the MAGA shirt-wearing fan lost, they'd switch shirts. And if he won the wager, C…
Sharp Rise In Fentanyl Poisoning Among US Children Revealed In New Study Sharp Rise In Fentanyl Poisoning Among US Children Revealed In New Study
Sharp Rise In Fentanyl Poisoning Among US Children Revealed In New Study A new study has revealed a staggering surge in fentanyl poisonings among children and teens across the US, with cases skyrocketing by more than 1,100 percent between 2015 and 2023. The findings, published in the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, highlight the growing threat posed by the deadly synthetic opioid, particularly as counterfeit pills flood the illicit market. The study examined nonfatal fentanyl exposures reported to US poison centers from 2015 to 2023, analyzing cases involving children and adolescents aged 0–19.  Researchers found a dramatic increase in poisonin…
Man Found Shot In Head In Truck: Teen Convicted In Fatal Westchester Shooting, DA Says Man Found Shot In Head In Truck: Teen Convicted In Fatal Westchester Shooting, DA Says
Man Found Shot In Head In Truck: Teen Convicted In Fatal Westchester Shooting, DA Says A 19-year-old man has been convicted of fatally shooting a 51-year-old victim who was found dead inside his truck with a gunshot wound to the head in Westchester, prosecutors announced.  Ludvin Ramos-Cervantes, 19, of Yonkers, was convicted on Thursday, March 13 in the shooting death of 51-year-old Francisco Gordillo in February 2024, the Westchester County DA's Office said.  The incident occurred on Feb. 26, 2024, at around 4:45 a.m. Ramos-Cervantes had been a passenger in Gordillo’s vehicle, as he was driving him home after a night of drinking.  After arriving, Ramos-Cerva…
Youth Bystander Hit By Pepper Spray During Shoplifting Arrest In Westchester: Police Youth Bystander Hit By Pepper Spray During Shoplifting Arrest In Westchester: Police
Youth Bystander Hit By Pepper Spray During Shoplifting Arrest In Westchester: Police A youth bystander was caught in the effects of pepper spray when police officers nabbed a shoplifting suspect at a Target in Westchester, authorities said. According to White Plains Public Safety, police responded to Target at 9 City Pl on Wednesday, March 12, at 7:12 p.m., after store employees reported a shoplifting incident.  Officers arrested a 58-year-old man from the Bronx, who was accused of stealing more than $250 worth of merchandise. However, when police attempted to take him into custody, the suspect, whose name was not released, allegedly resisted arrest.  To subdue h…
Protesters Storm Trump Tower, Demand Release Of Detained Columbia Grad Protesters Storm Trump Tower, Demand Release Of Detained Columbia Grad
Protesters Storm Trump Tower, Demand Release Of Detained Columbia Grad Protesters stormed the lobby of Trump Tower in midtown Manhattan, calling for the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian graduate of Columbia University, currently detained by US immigration authorities.
 The protest began around midday on Thursday, March 13 with an estimated crowd of 100 to 200 individuals. Participants chanted slogans such as “free Mahmoud, free them all” and “fight Nazis, not students,” expressing solidarity with Khalil, who earned his master’s degree from Columbia University in December. By early afternoon, tensions escalated as the NYPD made arrests. Khalil, who ho…
Wrong Way Drunk Driver Kills Woman, 22, On I-87 In Westchester: Will Spend Years In Prison Wrong Way Drunk Driver Kills Woman, 22, On I-87 In Westchester: Will Spend Years In Prison
Wrong Way Drunk Driver Kills Woman, 22, On I-87 In Westchester: Will Spend Years In Prison A woman who drove the wrong way on I-87 while intoxicated in Westchester, killing a 22-year-old Bedford Hills woman and severely injuring another, will spend years behind bars, officials announced. Brooklyn resident Qualasia Willis, age 29, was sentenced to five to 15 years in state prison for her role in the death of 22-year-old Isabel Steger on April 9, 2023, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Thursday, March 13.  On the day of the crash at around 4:30 a.m., Willis was driving southbound in the northbound lanes of I-87 in Yonkers for approximately fou…
Meta's Community Notes To Use Tech From Elon Musk's Social Media Platform Meta's Community Notes To Use Tech From Elon Musk's Social Media Platform
Meta's Community Notes To Use Tech From Elon Musk's Social Media Platform Meta's new Community Notes system will be based on algorithms developed by billionaire Elon Musk's social media platform, the company said. Meta will begin testing the crowdsourced program that aims to prevent misinformation on Tuesday, Mar. 18, the tech giant said in a blog post on Thursday, Mar. 13. The move comes as Meta replaces its third-party fact-checking program in the US for Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Community Notes are part of CEO Mark Zuckerberg's broader shift toward what he calls "free expression" on the company’s platforms. "We’re going to take time to …
FBI, Homeland Security Join 'High-Level' Probe Into Missing Student In Dominican Republic FBI, Homeland Security Join 'High-Level' Probe Into Missing Student In Dominican Republic
FBI, Homeland Security Join 'High-Level' Probe Into Missing Student In Dominican Republic The search for missing Virginia college student Sudiksha Konanki has escalated into a major international investigation, with the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) now assisting Dominican authorities, officials announced. The Dominican Republic Attorney General’s Office confirmed that it has assembled a high-level joint task force to investigate the mysterious disappearance of the 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student from Chantilly who vanished in Punta Cana last week. Authorities say they are exploring all possibilities. "The prosecuting authority is conducting extens…
New Airline Bringing Nonstop Dominican Republic Flights To NYC-Area Airport New Airline Bringing Nonstop Dominican Republic Flights To NYC-Area Airport
New Airline Bringing Nonstop Dominican Republic Flights To Nyc-area Airport An airline from the Dominican Republic will soon make its debut in the New York City area, offering budget-friendly flights to the Caribbean nation. Arajet will begin service at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), the airline said in a news release on Monday, Mar. 10. The nonstop flights to Santo Domingo will start on Monday, June 16. Newark will be Arajet's second US destination after service launches at Miami International Airport in April. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arajet (@arajetairlines) "Arajet is commit…
Mom Of 3 Found Dead In Burning Clothing Donation Bin In NY, Daughter Doubts Official Account Mom Of 3 Found Dead In Burning Clothing Donation Bin In NY, Daughter Doubts Official Account
Mom Of 3 Found Dead In Burning Clothing Donation Bin In NY, Daughter Doubts Official Account The daughter of a New York woman found dead inside a burning clothing donation bin says she does not believe the official version of events surrounding her mother’s death. Michelle McFarren, 43, was discovered around 2:20 a.m. Thursday, March 6, inside a smoldering donation bin in the parking lot of a Glens Falls restaurant on Hudson Avenue, police said. Authorities determined her cause of death was fire-related but have not released further details. McFarren, a mother of three and grandmother of three, likely climbed into the bin seeking refuge from the rain, Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins…
Dog Shoots Owner After Getting Paw Stuck In Gun, Police Say Dog Shoots Owner After Getting Paw Stuck In Gun, Police Say
Dog Shoots Owner After Getting Paw Stuck In Gun, Police Say An American dog owner was accidentally shot by his pet in a freak incident rarely seen involving animals and firearms. Officers responded to a home in Memphis, Tennessee on Whitney Avenue at 3:50 a.m. Monday, March 10, where they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his left thigh, according to the police report first detailed by WMC-TV Action News 5. He told police he had been lying in bed with a female friend when his 1-year-old pit bull jumped onto the bed and got its paw stuck in the trigger guard, causing the weapon to fire. The victim’s friend left the scene before officers arriv…
After Remains Of NY Woman Found In Woods, Police Push For Answers In Chilling Cold Case After Remains Of NY Woman Found In Woods, Police Push For Answers In Chilling Cold Case
After Remains Of NY Woman Found In Woods, Police Push For Answers In Chilling Cold Case Police are renewing calls for information after human remains discovered in a wooded preserve in upstate New York were identified as a woman who disappeared a decade earlier. The remains of Amanda King, 27, were found in the Burden Pond Preserve in Troy, near Campbell Avenue, on Oct. 20, 2024, according to Troy Police Assistant Chief Steven Barker. A local resident stumbled upon the remains, leading police to the scene. Now, investigators are asking for the public’s help in piecing together how King’s remains ended up in Troy and what led to her death. “We urge anyone who may have informat…
Gia Gentile's Funeral Procession To Pass Through Westchester HS Campus In Final Farewell Gia Gentile's Funeral Procession To Pass Through Westchester HS Campus In Final Farewell
Gia Gentile's Funeral Procession To Pass Through Westchester HS Campus In Final Farewell As the Westchester community continues to grieve the loss of 14-year-old Gia Deborah Gentile, the Mount Pleasant Central School District will pay tribute to the beloved student and cheerleader with a special procession through her high school campus following her funeral mass on Thursday, March 13.  In accordance with the Gentile family’s wishes, the funeral procession will pass through Westlake High School and Middle School sometime before noon on Thursday, the Mount Pleasant Central School District announced earlier this week. Students, faculty, and staff—led by the Westlake Stu…
Shell-Shocked! TSA Finds Live Turtle In Man’s Pants At Newark Airport Shell-Shocked! TSA Finds Live Turtle In Man’s Pants At Newark Airport
Shell-Shocked! TSA Finds Live Turtle In Man’s Pants At Newark Airport A Pennsylvania man was caught with a turtle concealed in his pants when a Transportation Security Administration body scanner triggered an alarm near his groin on Friday, March 7 at Newark Liberty International Airport, the TSA said in a release. A pat down by an officer revealed there was something concealed in the man’s groin, the TSA said. When asked if there was something hidden in his pants, the man, a resident of East Stroudsburg, ,reached down the front of his pants and pulled out a live turtle that was wrapped in a small blue towel. The turtle was estimated to be about 5-inches in le…
Billy Joel Postpones Concert Tour After Fall Onstage Billy Joel Postpones Concert Tour After Fall Onstage
Billy Joel Postpones Concert Tour After Fall Onstage Billy Joel is rescheduling dates on a lengthy tour so that he can focus on recovering from surgery. The moves come after he fell onstage at a concert on Saturday, Feb. 22 in Connecticut at the Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino in Uncasville. “While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first," Joel wrote in an Instagram post. "I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding.” The extensive tour schedule, which was set to continue through November 2025, has been pushed back four months, during wh…
Don't Fall For This Fake Email Scam, Feds Warn Don't Fall For This Fake Email Scam, Feds Warn
Don't Fall For This Fake Email Scam, Feds Warn A new scam is targeting people with a fake email and officials are urging the public to stay vigilant. The Social Security Administration (SSA) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has issued the warning about fraudulent emails impersonating the agency.  These emails, which carry the subject line “Claim Benefits!”, falsely claim that recipients must apply for their 2025 Social Security benefits through a provided link. How Scam Works The scam email appears to come from SSA and directs users to a fake website disguised to look like SSA’s official page. However, clicking on the link l…
Doctors Said It Was The Flu — Days Later, 10-Year-Old Girl Was Gone Doctors Said It Was The Flu — Days Later, 10-Year-Old Girl Was Gone
Doctors Said It Was The Flu — Days Later, 10-Year-Old Girl Was Gone A Maryland mother is grappling with unimaginable loss after her once-healthy 10-year-old daughter died from complications doctors initially brushed off as the flu. Minka Aisha Greene, of Capitol Heights, had never been seriously ill before, her mom, Kymesha Greene White told Daily Voice in a phone call Tuesday, March 11. So when Minka stopped eating and playing outside in late January, Greene White knew something was seriously wrong. “She was never one of those kids who had a cold or anything,” Greene White said. “So when I noticed she wasn’t eating or asking to go outside, I was like,…
International Search Intensifies For Missing American College Student In Dominican Republic International Search Intensifies For Missing American College Student In Dominican Republic
International Search Intensifies For Missing American College Student In Dominican Republic The search for a missing Virginia college student who vanished while on vacation in the Dominican Republic is intensifying as officials establish a high-level commission to oversee the case, authorities announced. The Dominican Republic National Police, in coordination with the Attorney General’s Office, FBI, and the US Embassy Liaison, has expanded their investigation into the disappearance of 20-year-old Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student from Chantilly who went missing on Thursday, March 6 while on a trip with friends in Punta Cana. Officials confirmed that Konanki, a c…
First Measles Case Confirmed Outside Of NYC In 2025, Health Officials Urge Vaccination First Measles Case Confirmed Outside Of NYC In 2025, Health Officials Urge Vaccination
First Measles Case Confirmed Outside Of NYC In 2025, Health Officials Urge Vaccination A child under 5 years old on Long Island has been diagnosed with measles, marking the first case outside of New York City in 2025, health officials announced Tuesday, March 11. The case in Suffolk County, confirmed at the New York State Department of Health’s Wadsworth Laboratory, comes as measles cases rise globally and across the United States, including in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. The New York State Department of Health, Suffolk County health officials, and Northwell Health are investigating the case and tracking potential exposures. The child is currently being treated at…
Trump Dismisses Safety Concerns In PA Plane Crash That Left Pilot, Son Critical Trump Dismisses Safety Concerns In PA Plane Crash That Left Pilot, Son Critical
Trump Dismisses Safety Concerns In PA Plane Crash That Left Pilot, Son Critical President Donald Trump downplayed concerns about Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) oversight following the Lancaster County plane crash, which left two victims in critical condition and triggered an ongoing environmental cleanup effort. Victims’ Conditions The pilot, Matthew White, and his son, Judah White, remain in critical condition at a Lehigh Valley Health Network facility, according to hospital officials told Daily Voice. The status of the other three occupants has not been released. Trump’s Response Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One late Sunday night, Trump was asked abo…