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'Good Luck To The Feds:' NJ Gov. Murphy Under Fire For Comments On Housing Immigrant 'Good Luck To The Feds:' NJ Gov. Murphy Under Fire For Comments On Housing Immigrant
'Good Luck To The Feds:' NJ Gov. Murphy Under Fire For Comments On Housing Immigrant New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is facing controversy after suggesting he was housing an immigrant, whose immigration status was unclear. "I don’t want to get into too much detail, but there’s someone in our broader universe whose immigration status is not yet at the point they are trying to get it to,” Murphy said at an event at Montclair State University on Saturday, Feb. 1. “And we said: You know what? Let’s have her live above our house above our garage. And good luck to the feds coming in to try to get her.” On Monday, border czar Tom Homan said Murphy's admission was "pretty foolish." "I…

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by Sam Barron
Business
These Retired Crayola Colors Are Back After Decades: Here's How To Get Them These Retired Crayola Colors Are Back After Decades: Here's How To Get Them
These Retired Crayola Colors Are Back After Decades: Here's How To Get Them Crayola is reviving eight long-lost crayon colors for a limited time, marking the first time in its 122-year history that it has brought back retired shades. After years of fan requests, Crayola announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 that it will sell a special edition set of retired colors. The eight-count pack will be available throughout 2025 at most national retailers, along with matching colored pencils and markers. The collection includes Dandelion, which was retired in 2017, along with Blizzard Blue, Magic Mint, and Mulberry, which exited in 2003. Also making a return are Ora…

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by Chris Spiker
Schools
South Jersey School Start Times Get Tush Push For Eagles Super Bowl South Jersey School Start Times Get Tush Push For Eagles Super Bowl
South Jersey School Start Times Get Tush Push For Eagles Super Bowl More school districts in South Jersey are delaying their start times so students and teachers can cheer on their beloved Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX. Cumberland Regional High School announced at two-hour delay for Monday, Feb. 10, when hopefully the school will be filled with happy students and teachers celebrating the big win over the Kansas City Chiefs. "This is a rare opportunity for our community to watch our local professional football team compete in the Super Bowl," the district said. "We at Colt Nation are committed to our goal of improving our attendance this year and wan…

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by Sam Barron
Politics
Trump Wants To Shut Education Department: Here's Why, What It Means Trump Wants To Shut Education Department: Here's Why, What It Means
Trump Wants To Shut Education Department: Here's Why, What It Means President Donald Trump says he's considering an executive order to dismantle the functions of the US Department of Education, aiming to eventually abolish the agency.  This move aligns with his administration's broader strategy to decrease the federal government's size and return control of education policy to the states. The proposed executive order would maintain only those functions required by statute within the department, while other programs would be transferred to different agencies. An agency can't be abolished without Congressional approval. This reflects Trump's campaign pr…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Teladoc Expands Early Disease Detection, At-Home Tests For 90M+ Patients With $65M Deal Teladoc Expands Early Disease Detection, At-Home Tests For 90M+ Patients With $65M Deal
Teladoc Expands Early Disease Detection, At-Home Tests For 90M+ Patients With $65M Deal Teladoc Health is expanding its at-home healthcare offerings by purchasing a leading company in virtual preventive care. Teladoc announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 that it will buy Catapult Health for $65 million. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, Teladoc helps more than 93 million people get virtual medical care and connects patients with doctors, nurses, and therapists. Catapult Health's platform called VirtualCheckup will be integrated into Teladoc's existing system, allowing patients to collect blood samples, check blood pressure, and complete other health screenings …

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Popular Restaurant Chain To Place Surcharge On Each Egg Sold: Here's How Much Popular Restaurant Chain To Place Surcharge On Each Egg Sold: Here's How Much
Popular Restaurant Chain To Place Surcharge On Each Egg Sold: Here's How Much A well-known restaurant chain is making a change that may leave customers scrambling. Regulars stopping in for their usual orders at Waffle House will soon notice a small but significant addition to their bill. Waffle House, known for its affordable, around-the-clock breakfast offerings, is implementing a 50-cent surcharge per egg due to skyrocketing egg prices caused by an ongoing avian influenza outbreak.  The surcharge, which applies to all egg-based menu items, is what it calls a temporary measure as the chain navigates higher costs. “Customers and restaurants are being…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 4 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $77M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 4 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $77M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 4 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $77M 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. 4 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $77 million, with an estimated cash option of $34.6 million. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 14-24-31-53-54 with a Mega Ball of 01 and a Megaplier of 3X. 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. 7.  Lottery players have a 1 in 302,575,350&…

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by Zak Failla
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Falcon 9 Rocket Captured Over NJ Falcon 9 Rocket Captured Over NJ
Falcon 9 Rocket Captured Over NJ A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket streaked across the East Coast sky Tuesday night, Feb. 4. The rocket launched the Maxar 3 mission into orbit from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, at 6:13 p.m. Skywatchers along the East Coast were treated to a stunning view of the rocket's ascent, with sightings reported from multiple states. A striking photo captured by Jo Lucas in Atlantic City shows the Falcon 9 cutting through the evening sky. X users up and down the East Coast shared their footage of the launch. SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launch was visible in Connecticut! Did you get a look? pic.twitter.c…

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by Cecilia Levine
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$40K In Eggs Stolen From Distribution Trailer: Police $40K In Eggs Stolen From Distribution Trailer: Police
$40K In Eggs Stolen From Distribution Trailer: Police Amid the avian flu outbreak, authorities are investigating the theft of "high-value goods" from a Pennsylvania business, State Police announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Approximately 100,000 organic eggs, valued at $40,000, were stolen from a distribution trailer at Pete and Gerry's Organics in Antrim Township, according to PSP Chambersburg. The theft occurred sometime overnight on Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Commerce Avenue facility, troopers detailed in the release. Investigators are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact PSP Chambersburg at 717-264-5161.

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by Jillian Pikora
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Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed
Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed The Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crash in Northeast Philadelphia caused extensive damage to the surrounding neighborhood, displacing families and leaving a trail of destruction. Extent Of Damage Officials confirmed that the crash on Friday, Jan. 31 had a wide-reaching impact on the Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard area: 4 homes were destroyed 6 homes sustained major damage 11 homes suffered minor damage 343 homes were impacted In addition to the structural damage, numerous vehicles were destroyed, and debris scattered throughout the area caused further property loss. NTSBgov…

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by Jillian Pikora
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‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery ‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery
‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery A 10-year-old boy critically injured when debris from the Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crash in Northeast Philadelphia struck his family’s car is awake and asking about his 4-year-old sister, his family said. Andre Howard III Severely Injured In Crash Andre Howard III was inside a car with his family near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard when the Learjet 55 exploded upon impact after taking off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday, Jan. 31. A piece of debris from the fiery wreckage smashed through the windshield, piercing Andre’s head as he tried to shield his little sister. He…

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by Jillian Pikora
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One Mystery Remains: 67 Recovered From Potomac River Plane Crash, Final Victim Unidentified One Mystery Remains: 67 Recovered From Potomac River Plane Crash, Final Victim Unidentified
One Mystery Remains: 67 Recovered From Potomac River Plane Crash, Final Victim Unidentified Nearly a week after a devastating mid-air collision over the Potomac River, recovery teams have identified 66 of the 67 victims killed in the tragedy. Among those lost were rising young ice skaters, nationally recognized coaches, and a group of Maryland hunters—each leaving behind shattered families and communities. The NTSB, in coordination with the U.S. Navy Supervisor of Salvage, recovering wreckage of the Bombardier CRJ700 on Feb. 3. NTSB But as of Tuesday night, Feb. 4, authorities have yet to confirm the identity of the final victim. “This effort was made possible through the…

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by Zak Failla