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Famed Storm Chaser Captures NJ Supercell, Waterspout Amid Tornado Threat Famed Storm Chaser Captures NJ Supercell, Waterspout Amid Tornado Threat
Famed Storm Chaser Captures NJ Supercell, Waterspout Amid Tornado Threat A famed storm chaser had a front-row seat as powerful supercells swept across the region amid a tornado threat Thursday, Aug. 20. Reed Timmer, an extreme meteorologist with a PhD in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma and 3.6 million followers on Facebook, shared four videos from the storms as he chased them across Delaware Bay into southern New Jersey. Across the videos, Timmer captured a waterspout off Fortescue Beach and massive supercells crossing Delaware Bay into southern New Jersey, some of which he said produced waterspouts. "Watch this tornado warned supercell cross D…

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by Cecilia Levine
National Interest
Mother Bear Attacks Man Outside Apartment Complex's Laundry Room Mother Bear Attacks Man Outside Apartment Complex's Laundry Room
Mother Bear Attacks Man Outside Apartment Complex's Laundry Room A man was injured after a black bear swiped at him at an apartment complex in Colorado, according to wildlife officials. The attack happened near Eagle-Vail late Monday afternoon, Aug. 17, Colorado Parks and Wildlife said in a news release. The man was leaving a building's laundry room when a female black bear scratched his arm. CPW said the man tripped and injured his foot while trying to escape. A family member took him to a local medical facility, where he was treated for injuries to his arm and foot and released. Wildlife officers remained in the area overnight to try to…

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by Chris Spiker
National Interest
Near-Total Lunar Eclipse Will Put Northeast In Prime Viewing Position: When To Watch Near-Total Lunar Eclipse Will Put Northeast In Prime Viewing Position: When To Watch
Near-Total Lunar Eclipse Will Put Northeast In Prime Viewing Position: When To Watch Skywatchers across the Northeast will soon get a front-row seat to one of the year's most dramatic celestial events. Click here for a new, updated story - Lunar Eclipse Nears: These Locations Will Enjoy Best Viewing Conditions A deep partial lunar eclipse will unfold Thursday night, Aug. 27, into early Friday, Aug. 28, with the moon passing through Earth's shadow and taking on a dark, coppery appearance. NASA says the partial phase begins at 10:34 p.m. EDT Thursday, when Earth's dark central shadow, known as the umbra, begins taking a noticeable bite out of the full moon. The eclipse re…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Payments Going Out In $5B State Farm Dividend: See If You're Eligible Payments Going Out In $5B State Farm Dividend: See If You're Eligible
Payments Going Out In $5B State Farm Dividend: See If You're Eligible Millions of State Farm auto customers are starting to receive money back through the largest dividend payment in the insurance company's history. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company has begun issuing a one-time $5 billion cash-back dividend to qualifying auto customers. The nationwide distribution includes more than 49 million State Farm-covered vehicles, and many payments have already been sent to customers. Each customer's payment is based on a percentage of the premium paid for each qualifying policy in 2025. The percentage varies by state, ranging from 4% to 10%. C…

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by Chris Spiker
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These Airlines, Airports Offer Best Deals For Travelers: New Rankings These Airlines, Airports Offer Best Deals For Travelers: New Rankings
These Airlines, Airports Offer Best Deals For Travelers: New Rankings With airfares climbing throughout 2026, a new ranking reveals which airports and airlines are offering travelers the best flight deals. Travel app Going released its 2026 list of Top Airports and Airlines for Flight Deals on Monday, Aug. 17. The company analyzed more than 45,000 routes and deals sent to members from July 2025 through June 2026. Going said its airport rankings were based on average price, deal savings, and how often deals appeared. "A single cheap fare doesn't tell the whole story," Going flight expert Willis Orlando said. "With most travel headlines featuring affordab…

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by Chris Spiker
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Nationwide Fruit Bar Recall Issued Over Possible Glass Contamination Nationwide Fruit Bar Recall Issued Over Possible Glass Contamination
Nationwide Fruit Bar Recall Issued Over Possible Glass Contamination A freezer staple sold across the country is being pulled from shelves after an unwelcome discovery. Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream announced on Tuesday, Aug. 18, that it is voluntarily recalling limited lots of Outshine Fruit Bars because they may contain glass. The affected products were distributed to retailers nationwide, according to the company announcement posted on the US Food and Drug Administration website. The recall covers 6-count packages of 2.5-ounce Outshine Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine, and Black Cherry Fruit Bars. It also includes a 24-count Outshine Variety Pack of 2…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Sailor Accused Of Murdering Colleague On USS John F. Kennedy Sailor Accused Of Murdering Colleague On USS John F. Kennedy
Sailor Accused Of Murdering Colleague On USS John F. Kennedy A sailor assigned to one of the Navy's newest aircraft carriers is facing a slate of serious charges tied to a colleague's death. Multiple reports say Aviation Boatswain's Mate Jayjrion L. Rodriguez is charged with murder and involuntary manslaughter in the death of Boatswain's Mate Seaman Jesse Braswell aboard the future USS John F. Kennedy.  Rodriguez is accused of pointing a loaded service pistol at Braswell's head and shooting him Saturday, June 6, while both men were serving with the ship's in-port security force, according to Military Times. Braswell, a Colorado native, died fro…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Feds Detail NY Woman's Alleged Plan To Bomb State Capitol, Kill Senators For ISIS Feds Detail NY Woman's Alleged Plan To Bomb State Capitol, Kill Senators For ISIS
Feds Detail NY Woman's Alleged Plan To Bomb State Capitol, Kill Senators For ISIS Federal officials are detailing a New York woman's alleged plan to bomb the State Capitol, kill senators, and flee to ISIS-controlled territory in Syria. Jessica Bowie, 35, of Albany, made her initial appearance in federal court on a charge of attempting to provide material support to ISIS, the US Department of Justice said (see criminal complaint attached at the bottom of this news story). Bowie was arrested Wednesday, Aug. 19, as she took possession of what she believed was an explosive device intended for an attack on the New York State Capitol and state senators, authorities said. …

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by Cecilia Levine
National Interest
Trans Athlete Piece Spiked By News Outlet — So Veteran Reporter Quits Trans Athlete Piece Spiked By News Outlet — So Veteran Reporter Quits
Trans Athlete Piece Spiked By News Outlet — So Veteran Reporter Quits A Seattle Times sports columnist resigned after 11 years, saying the newspaper's decision not to publish his column on transgender athletes was the final straw. Matt Calkins announced his resignation Thursday, Aug. 20, on X. "After 11 years as a sports columnist at the Seattle Times, I have decided to resign," he wrote. "It was entirely my choice, and it was not an easy one." Calkins said the column followed a rally supporting WNBA player Sophie Cunningham, who had spoken out against transgender girls and women competing in female sports. He also interviewed two student-athletes who descri…

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by Cecilia Levine
Breaking News
Viral Wawa Video Has Twist Ending In Bergen County Viral Wawa Video Has Twist Ending In Bergen County
Viral Wawa Video Has Twist Ending In Bergen County A driver seen in a viral video apparently backing into a police vehicle at a Bergen County Wawa has been located, authorities said. The video shared by Jersey Talks on Instagram shows a small, black hatchback backing into the police vehicle at the Wawa on Essex Street in Lodi. The officer appears not to realize the vehicle was struck. Lodi police announced Wednesday, Aug. 19, that the driver had been found after asking the public for help. "We received numerous messages, shares, and tips from members of the public," the announcement said. "Your support and willingness to help made a differ…

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by Cecilia Levine
Breaking News
Motorcycling Couple Killed When NJ Driver 'Freaked Out' Over Bug Mourned: Report Motorcycling Couple Killed When NJ Driver 'Freaked Out' Over Bug Mourned: Report
Motorcycling Couple Killed When NJ Driver 'Freaked Out' Over Bug Mourned: Report A motorcycling couple who shared 14 years together are being remembered after they were killed in a head-on Pennsylvania crash allegedly caused when a New Jersey driver became distracted by a bug that flew into her vehicle. Miranda Sue Wormuth, 30, and her "lifelong partner," Anthony Myles Sones, 34, died in the Wednesday, Aug. 12 crash on Carson Hill Road in Brady Township, Clearfield County, according to their obituaries and as previously reported by Daily Voice. Bernadette Cobb, 55, of Brick, NJ, was driving a 2021 Nissan Rogue east when she crossed into the westbound lane and struck the…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Reckless Driver Drove Drunk: Denville PD Reckless Driver Drove Drunk: Denville PD
Reckless Driver Drove Drunk: Denville PD A 49-year-old Denville man was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated, authorities said. At 1:27 a.m., on Sunday, Aug. 14, officers pulled over a vehicle on Route 10 West after observing a moving violation, Denville police said. The driver, Zarko Tamburin, was determined to be operating the vehicle while intoxicated and he was arrested and transported to police headquarters for processing, police said. Tamburin is charged with driving while intoxicated, careless driving, speeding, open container in a motor vehicle, consent to breath samples and refusing to submit to a chemical …

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by Sam Barron