16-Year-Old Charged In Drive-By Shooting: Burlington County Prosecutor 16-Year-Old Charged In Drive-By Shooting: Burlington County Prosecutor
16-Year-Old Charged In Drive-By Shooting: Burlington County Prosecutor A 16-year-old Willingboro boy is facing charges following a drive-by shooting, authorities announced Tuesday, Aug. 4. On Saturday, July 25, officers responded to a report someone had fired multiple shots from a moving vehicle at a family member who was in the front yard, Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw and Willingboro Township Police Chief Ian Bucs said. The intended victim was not struck, but the residence was hit by gunfire, authorities said. The teen was taken into custody Friday, July 31, following the execution of a search warrant, authorities said. He was charged wi…
Charging Bison Chases Child In Terrifying Yellowstone Incident: Video Charging Bison Chases Child In Terrifying Yellowstone Incident: Video
Charging Bison Chases Child In Terrifying Yellowstone Incident: Video A peaceful wildlife sighting turned into another heart-pounding close call at Yellowstone National Park. A viral video recorded Tuesday, July 28, shows a bison briefly chasing a child after a group walked toward the grazing animal near a park boardwalk. No injuries were reported. The child began running when the bison turned toward the group, triggering a brief chase. Witnesses can be heard shouting warnings as the child races along the boardwalk and reaches safety. The footage was recorded by park visitor Brittany Peteler, according to 6abc Philadelphia, which published a Storyful r…
Family Said She Had Schizophrenia — NJ Cop Was Just Cleared In Her Death Family Said She Had Schizophrenia — NJ Cop Was Just Cleared In Her Death
Family Said She Had Schizophrenia — NJ Cop Was Just Cleared In Her Death In the months following Deborah Terrell's death, her family publicly maintained that the 68-year-old, who had schizophrenia, was not given enough time to respond to officers' commands before she was fatally shot. Nearly a year later, a state grand jury reached its decision. The panel voted "no bill" on Monday, Aug. 3, declining to bring criminal charges against New Brunswick Police Officer Josue Plaza in the Aug. 8, 2025 encounter that killed her, New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced. Investigators reviewed 911 calls, police radio transmissions, body-worn camera footage…
NYPD Cop Dies After Breast Explant Surgery: Reports NYPD Cop Dies After Breast Explant Surgery: Reports
Nypd Cop Dies After Breast Explant Surgery: Reports The NYPD is mourning the loss of a 31-year-old officer who reportedly died of a botched breast implant surgery in the Dominican Republic. Rebecca De Paula's family members tell Spanish outlet Noticias SIN that she developed a bacterial infection after having her breast implants removed in the Dominican Republic. De Paula developed severe diarrhea and her condition rapidly worsened before she died at a clinic in Santo Domingo following the procedure on Sunday, Aug. 2, according to the outlet. Her family is urging officials to probe whether or not medical malpractice or negligence contributed…
NY Police Official Was Getaway Driver In Son's Gang Shooting: Report NY Police Official Was Getaway Driver In Son's Gang Shooting: Report
NY Police Official Was Getaway Driver In Son's Gang Shooting: Report A high-ranking police official in Westchester County has been fired after being charged in an alleged Bronx gang-related shooting involving her son, city officials announced.  The City of Mount Vernon announced on Tuesday, Aug. 4, that Jennifer Lackard, who served as the department's Deputy Commissioner of Wellness, was terminated effective immediately following criminal charges filed by the Bronx County District Attorney's Office.  The New York Post reported that Lackard was arrested Tuesday morning alongside her son, Chase Lackard, 20, after prosecutors alleged he opened fire on…
‘Jersey Store’ Star Closing Business In NY While NJ Stores Thrive ‘Jersey Store’ Star Closing Business In NY While NJ Stores Thrive
‘Jersey Store’ Star Closing Business In NY While NJ Stores Thrive About 30 months after it first opened, The Snooki Shop is closing its Long Island location. The company’s Huntington branch at 42 Gerard Street will close in October, the store announced Monday, Aug. 3 on Instagram. “We’re celebrating with exclusive in-store sales over the next few weeks,” the store’s post read. “Stop by, shop your favorites, and help us make these final moments unforgettable.” The deals will only be available at the Huntington store, not online or at The Snooki Shop’s three other locations in Madison, NJ; Seaside Heights, NJ; or Nashville, TN. Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi LaV…
UFC Fighter Dies Suddenly At 34, Teammate Says He 'Lost A Brother' UFC Fighter Dies Suddenly At 34, Teammate Says He 'Lost A Brother'
UFC Fighter Dies Suddenly At 34, Teammate Says He 'Lost A Brother' A Brazilian mixed martial artist who fought in the Ultimate Fighting Championship died after suffering an apparent heart attack. Allan Nascimento was found unresponsive on the morning of Monday, Aug. 3, the UFC announced. The flyweight and São Paulo native was 34 years old. Nicknamed "Puro Osso," which means "All Bones" in Portuguese, Nascimento made six appearances in the UFC, posting a 4-2 record inside the Octagon. "A fixture on the doorstep of the Top 15, Nascimento was a constant presence alongside his teammates whenever they made the walk, sharing an especial…
17-Year-Old Struck By Vehicle: Galloway PD 17-Year-Old Struck By Vehicle: Galloway PD
17-Year-Old Struck By Vehicle: Galloway PD A 17-year-old was hospitalized after he was struck by a vehicle in Galloway Township on Sunday, Aug. 2, authorities said. At 8:57 p.m., officers responded to Wrangleboro Road and Navesink Drive after a 40-year-old Atlantic City man was traveling northbound and navigating a curve when struck the 17-year-old, who was crossing the roadway, Galloway Township police said. The 17-year-old sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he remains in stable condition, police said. The crash remains under investigation, police said.
Amazon Trapped NJ Drivers In Lower-Paying Jobs, State Says In Landmark Lawsuit Amazon Trapped NJ Drivers In Lower-Paying Jobs, State Says In Landmark Lawsuit
Amazon Trapped NJ Drivers In Lower-Paying Jobs, State Says In Landmark Lawsuit New Jersey has filed yet another lawsuit against Amazon, this time alleging the company illegally used its dominance over delivery drivers to suppress wages, block unionization and restrict workers from finding better-paying jobs. Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Tuesday, Aug. 4, that the state filed an antitrust lawsuit in U.S. District Court in New Jersey against Amazon, Amazon.com Services LLC and Amazon Logistics Inc. Amazon abused its dominant position in the labor market for Delivery Service Partner, or DSP, drivers by preventing companies in its delivery network from hir…
NJ Detective Dies After Battle With Rare Disease: Officials NJ Detective Dies After Battle With Rare Disease: Officials
NJ Detective Dies After Battle With Rare Disease: Officials A New Jersey police department is mourning the loss of one of its detectives who died after a battle with a rare cancer. Evesham detective Jared Halpern died on Monday, Aug. 3, after his second battle with rare germ cell cancer, his department said. He was 43 years old. He is survived by his wife, Jillian Halpern, and their two children, Paige and Hunter, who were the center of his life, according to his obituary on the Bradley Funeral Home website. He was remembered as a devoted husband and father who treasured spending time with his family above all else. Halpern graduated from East Brun…
NJ Teen Arrested For Shooting: Police NJ Teen Arrested For Shooting: Police
NJ Teen Arrested For Shooting: Police An 18-year-old Pleasantville resident was arrested and charged after shooting a person in the city, authorities announced Tuesday, Aug. 4. At 11:33 a.m., on Tuesday, July 21, officers responded to Linden Avenue and Merion Avenue and found a person with gunshot wounds to the chest and left arm, Pleasantville police. The person was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, police said. An investigation determined the shooter was Tyree Kay and he was taken into custody by the Atlantic County Sheriff Department, police said. Kay has been charged with attempted murder, possession of …
McDonald's Names New US Leader As Diners Pull Back: What To Know McDonald's Names New US Leader As Diners Pull Back: What To Know
McDonald's Names New US Leader As Diners Pull Back: What To Know McDonald's has picked a longtime executive to lead its US business as the fast food giant looks to regain momentum with American customers. Skye Anderson was named president of McDonald's USA on Tuesday, Aug. 4, the company announced in a news release. She takes over the chain's largest market as McDonald's tries to improve on modest domestic sales gains while attracting more diners. Anderson has spent more than 26 years with the company, most recently serving as chief operating officer of McDonald's USA. "McDonald's has always been at its best when we harness the strength of our uniq…