Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NY Giant Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NY Giant Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ
Record-Breaking 190 Dogs Seized From Ex-NY Giant Previously Convicted Of Dogfighting: DOJ A former New York Giant faces dogfighting charges after authorities seized what they called the largest amount of dogs taken from a single person in a federal case. A grand jury indicted LeShon Johnson of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, on charges related to animal fighting and trafficking, the Department of Justice said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25.  Johnson, 54, was charged with possessing 190 pit bull-type dogs for use in an animal fighting venture, along with selling, transporting, and delivering a dog for use in an animal fighting venture. "Dogfighting is a cruel, bloo…
QB Russell Wilson Signs With New York Giants QB Russell Wilson Signs With New York Giants
QB Russell Wilson Signs With New York Giants The greatest moment of Russell Wilson’s career happened at Met Life Stadium in East Rutherford. He’s hoping to repeat that in 2025. Wilson signed a one-year contract with the New York Giants to be their starting quarterback. Wilson won Super Bowl XLVIII at Met Life Stadium while playing for the Seattle Seahawks. Been here before… can’t wait to do it again. #MetLife @Giants pic.twitter.com/6BevBmOLKW — Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) March 26, 2025 The 10-time Pro Bowler spent last season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Though the Steelers got off to a hot start, they ended the season l…
Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner
Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Brett Gardner The apparent cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star. Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, on Sunday, March 23. He was 14 years old. The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days ago after he became sick while the family was on vacation in Central America at a hotel in Costa Rica. Earlier report - Ex-Yankees Star Re…
Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (VIDEO) Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (VIDEO)
Trump Hails Penn State Wrestler After Historic 5th NCAA Title Win (Video) President Donald Trump had the best seat in the house over the weekend as he watched Penn State wrestler Carter Starocci win his record-setting NCAA championship. Starocci became the first in history to win five Division I NCAA titles, topping Northern Iowa's Parker Keckeisen in the 184-pound final on Saturday in Philadelphia.  He then made a beeline to celebrate with the commander-in-chief, who was sitting in the front row. Carter Starocci made sure to go over and grab a picture with President Trump after winning his 5th NCAA title last night at the Wells Fargo Center #WeAre #Pen…
Coach Fired, Charged After Yanking Player's Hair Following Basketball Championship Loss (VIDEO) Coach Fired, Charged After Yanking Player's Hair Following Basketball Championship Loss (VIDEO)
Coach Fired, Charged After Yanking Player's Hair Following Basketball Championship Loss (Video) A girls’ basketball coach in upstate New York was fired and criminally charged after a video of him angrily yanking a player’s hair went viral. The incident happened in Troy, after Northville High School lost to La Fargeville in the state Class D finals, held at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy on Friday, March 21. Video broadcast by NFHS showed Falcons head coach Jim Zullo pulling the ponytail of senior Hailey Monroe while appearing to yell at the girl. Another player is seen stepping in between the two as the 81-year-old Zullo then berates the second girl. In a letter to parents, …
Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son
Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son The teenage son of a former New York Yankees star has died. Click here for a new, updated story: Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old. The Gardners released a statement through the team on Sunday afternoon, March 23, revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days ago after he became sick while family was on vacation.  They sa…
Club Shooting Claims Former Morgan State Star—Two Named In Case Over A Year Later Club Shooting Claims Former Morgan State Star—Two Named In Case Over A Year Later
Club Shooting Claims Former Morgan State Star—Two Named In Case Over A Year Later Two men have been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of a former college basketball standout and father of three at a DC nightclub in 2023, officials say. Blake Bozeman, 31, was shot and killed around 11:50 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, inside a bar in the 1300 block of H Street NE, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Bozeman, who played Division I basketball at Morgan State University in Baltimore, was celebrating a friend’s birthday when gunfire broke out.  Three others—a woman and two men—were also injured in the shooting but survived. On Friday, March 2…
George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Grill Icon, Dies At 76 George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Grill Icon, Dies At 76
George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Grill Icon, Dies At 76 Multi-time boxing champion and grill pitchman George Foreman has died at the age of 76, his family confirmed. "Big" George Edward Foreman, Sr. died on Friday, March 21 surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a lasting legacy inside and outside of the ring. "Our hearts are broken," his family wrote on Instagram, describing the champion and entrepreneur as "a devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather, he lived a life marked by unwavering faith, humility, and purpose." View this post on Instagram …
Former NFL, College Coach Accused In Hacking Scandal Allegedly Targeting Athletes Former NFL, College Coach Accused In Hacking Scandal Allegedly Targeting Athletes
Former NFL, College Coach Accused In Hacking Scandal Allegedly Targeting Athletes In a striking development that has captured national attention, a former NFL and collegiate football coach has been accused of hacking into computers at over 100 colleges and universities to gain access of intimate photos of students, allegedly targeting female athletes. The accused is Matthew Weiss, age 42, a Connecticut native from Cheshire, who previously served as co-offensive coordinator at the University of Michigan.  Acting United States Attorney Julie A. Beck announced the charges on Thursday, March 20. They include 14 counts of unauthorized access to computers and 10 counts of…
March Madness 2025: Everything You Need To Know Before Brackets Start Busting March Madness 2025: Everything You Need To Know Before Brackets Start Busting
March Madness 2025: Everything You Need To Know Before Brackets Start Busting Let the madness begin! The day college basketball fans, office bracket pool gurus, and cute mascot aficionados have been waiting for is finally here. March Madness begins in earnest on Thursday, Mar. 20, with the start of the first round of the 2025 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. The women's first round begins the following day. The men's tourney officially tipped off on Tuesday, Mar. 18, with the annual First Four play-in games in Dayton, Ohio. Four teams have already won a game, including one of the most storied programs in North Carolina, and Alabama State on an incre…
Soccer League Brings Promotion-Relegation To US, Creating European-Style Drama Soccer League Brings Promotion-Relegation To US, Creating European-Style Drama
Soccer League Brings Promotion-Relegation To US, Creating European-Style Drama A soccer league in the US will look a little more like many of the world's most competitive club competitions. The United Soccer League has voted to implement a promotion and relegation system, the league announced in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 19. The USL will become the first professional sports league in the US to adopt the model used in many nations like England, Spain, Italy, Germany, and France. The decision, backed by a supermajority of club owners, aims to reshape the sport's US future as the country prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. "A new chapter in America…
'Quadzilla' Arrives In Philly: Eagles Sign RB AJ Dillon To Bolster Defending Champs' Backfield 'Quadzilla' Arrives In Philly: Eagles Sign RB AJ Dillon To Bolster Defending Champs' Backfield
'Quadzilla' Arrives In Philly: Eagles Sign RB AJ Dillon To Bolster Defending Champs' Backfield The defending Super Bowl champions are adding even more power to their backfield. The Philadelphia Eagles have signed former Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon to a one-year deal, ESPN reported. Dillon will join an Eagles rushing attack that ranked second in the NFL last season, thanks in large part to Saquon Barkley, who was the Associated Press Offensive Player of the Year. Dillon will help Philly replace Barkley's primary backup Kenneth Gainwell after he departed for Pittsburgh in free agency. The 26-year-old will compete for snaps alongside second-year pla…
Steelers Legend, Broadcaster Craig Wolfley Dies At 66 Steelers Legend, Broadcaster Craig Wolfley Dies At 66
Steelers Legend, Broadcaster Craig Wolfley Dies At 66 Craig Wolfley, a former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman, broadcaster, and world-class strongman, has died at the age of 66, the team announced Monday, March 10. "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Craig Wolfley, a beloved member of the Pittsburgh Steelers family," Steelers President Art Rooney II said. Wolfley was a fifth-round draft pick out of Syracuse University in 1980 and played 10 seasons with the Steelers, forming a formidable bond with fellow lineman Tunch Ilkin. Off the field, his strength was legendary—he even placed fifth in the World’s Strongest Man competition in …
Anthony Knox Wins 4th New Jersey State Title After Controversial Reinstatement (POLL) Anthony Knox Wins 4th New Jersey State Title After Controversial Reinstatement (POLL)
Anthony Knox Wins 4th New Jersey State Title After Controversial Reinstatement (Poll) After a whirlwind few weeks filled with controversy, disqualification, and eventual reinstatement, Anthony Knox cemented his legacy on the mat. The Saint John Vianney 126-pounder dominated Bergen Catholic's Nathan Braun with an 18-4 victory on Saturday, March 8, in Atlantic City, securing his fourth New Jersey state wrestling title. Knox is the fifth four-time state wrestling champ for the Garden State. Knox, 18, was initially disqualified following a brawl, later facing assault charges related to the incident. However, after an outpouring of support and a successful appeal, he was reinstat…
Anthony Knox Can Wrestle: Star Grappler Is Back After Bleacher Brawl, Court Rules Anthony Knox Can Wrestle: Star Grappler Is Back After Bleacher Brawl, Court Rules
Anthony Knox Can Wrestle: Star Grappler Is Back After Bleacher Brawl, Court Rules Anthony Knox is in. A Mercer County Superior Court has ruled (see attachment) that the Saint John Vianney senior can wrestle in this weekend's Region 7 wrestling tournament, after having previously been disqualified due to a bleacher brawl allegedly involving his father last weekend, according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice. The court on Friday, Feb. 28 ruled the NJSIAA denied Knox's right to due process, pointing out Knox was the only person punished for a melee that involved numerous people.  Knox's restraining order was granted after New Jersey State Interscholasti…
Anthony Knox Breaks His Silence Anthony Knox Breaks His Silence
Anthony Knox Breaks His Silence New Jersey's top-seeded 126-pound wrestler, Anthony Knox, has broken his silence after being disqualified from the state tournament following a weekend brawl, calling the situation “unfortunate” but vowing to move forward. Knox, a three-time state champ and senior at Saint John Vianney, was disqualified after an investigation into a Saturday, Feb. 22, altercation at Collingswood High School, according to NJSIAA Executive Director Colleen Maguire. “I have determined that the disqualified student-athlete violated both the Association’s sportsmanship policy and its disqualification rule for le…
New Jersey's Top Wrestler Disqualified From State Championships Following Brawl New Jersey's Top Wrestler Disqualified From State Championships Following Brawl
New Jersey's Top Wrestler Disqualified From State Championships Following Brawl Anthony Knox, one of New Jersey's top wrestlers, has been disqualified from the state tournament following a weekend brawl, according to NJSIAA officials. NJSIAA Executive Director Colleen Maguire released a statement Tuesday, Feb. 25 saying the top-seeded 126-pound Saint John Vianney grappler was disqualified as the result of an investigation into the Saturday, Feb. 22 incident at Collingswood High School "I have determined that the disqualified student-athlete violated both the Association’s sportsmanship policy and its disqualification rule for leaving the bench area during an altercatio…
Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show
Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show A star-studded lineup of figure skating icons will perform in a tribute show honoring the 67 people killed in the plane crash over the Potomac River in Washington, DC. "Legacy On Ice" will be held at Capital One Arena at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 2. Several Olympic and world champions will skate at the fundraiser, including Brian Boitano, Nathan Chen, Peggy Fleming, Nancy Kerrigan, and Johnny Weir. The two-hour program will blend live performances and storytelling, recognizing the victims and their families after the crash on Wednesday, Jan. 29. An American Airlin…
NJ Native Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision NJ Native Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision
NJ Native Dan Hurley Releasing Book On Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Lakers Decision From the Catholic school circuit in New Jersey to the top of the college basketball world, Dan Hurley is sharing his story and lessons learned through fiery passion. The UConn men's basketball head coach announced he'll release a new book called "Never Stop: Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great". New York Times bestselling sports author Ian O'Connor is co-authoring the book with Hurley. The book, which will be released on Tuesday, Sept. 16, dives into Hurley's journey from battling mental health struggles to becoming one of his sport's most dominant coaches. …
NJ Passes $1B In Sports Gambling Revenue, Atlantic City Remains Top Casino Hub Outside Vegas NJ Passes $1B In Sports Gambling Revenue, Atlantic City Remains Top Casino Hub Outside Vegas
NJ Passes $1B In Sports Gambling Revenue, Atlantic City Remains Top Casino Hub Outside Vegas The US sports betting industry shattered records in 2024, pulling in nearly $14 billion in revenue as more states embraced legal gambling. Sportsbooks brought home $13.71 billion in revenue in 2024, the American Gaming Association (AGA) said in a news release on Wednesday, Feb. 19. That was up 25.4 percent from 2023. Americans legally bet $147.91 billion on sports, a 23.6 percent jump from 2023. More than 95 percent of those wagers were placed online, continuing a trend that has made mobile betting the dominant force in the industry. New York remained the top sports-betting marke…
Eagles Parade: 2 Shot, GM Hit By Beer Can During Super Bowl Celebration Eagles Parade: 2 Shot, GM Hit By Beer Can During Super Bowl Celebration
Eagles Parade: 2 Shot, GM Hit By Beer Can During Super Bowl Celebration Amid the jubilant sea of green celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl victory were some tense moments, including a shooting that left two people injured. As hundreds of thousands of jubilant fans lined Broad Street in Philadelphia on Friday, Feb, 14, two women were shot on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, police told NBC Philadelphia. A 27-year-old woman suffered a gunshot wound to her left leg, and a 20-year-old woman was shot in her upper thigh, the outlet reports. Both were taken to the hospital in stable condition. No weapon or crime scene was found, and the investigation into t…
Eagles Super Bowl Parade Details: See The Full Route, Schedule, And How To Get There For Free Eagles Super Bowl Parade Details: See The Full Route, Schedule, And How To Get There For Free
Eagles Super Bowl Parade Details: See The Full Route, Schedule, And How To Get There For Free Philadelphia will celebrate a different kind of love on Valentine's Day: its love for the Super Bowl champion Eagles. Philly will hold its second-ever Super Bowl victory parade on Friday, Feb. 14. The city officially announced its plans for the celebration at a news conference on Tuesday, Feb. 11. The Philadelphia Eagles dominated the previously two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs in a 40-22 rout at Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Feb. 9. Quarterback Jalen Hurts threw for 221 yards and had three total touchdowns, while the defense suffocated KC's offense, only allowing six po…
NJ's Sonya Deville Leaving WWE: Reports NJ's Sonya Deville Leaving WWE: Reports
NJ's Sonya Deville Leaving WWE: Reports Sonya Deville's time with WWE is coming to an end. The Burlington County native's contract will not be renewed when it expires in several weeks, according to Fightful Select. Deville a.k.a. Daria Berenato, was one of a handful of WWE wrestlers let go on Friday, Feb. 7. The first openly gay female wrestler in WWE, Deville, who was born in Shamong and attended Seneca High School in Tabernacle, joined the company in 2015, appearing on the reality show "Tough Enough." She won the Women's Tag Team Titles in 2023, though she had to relinquish the belt due to an injury. Most recently, she wa…
A Green Valentine's Day: Philly Sets Date For Eagles Super Bowl Victory Parade A Green Valentine's Day: Philly Sets Date For Eagles Super Bowl Victory Parade
A Green Valentine's Day: Philly Sets Date For Eagles Super Bowl Victory Parade On Valentine's Day in Philadelphia, you might be more likely to hear "Go Birds" than "I love you." Or maybe they'll mean the same thing. The Philadelphia Eagles will hold their Super Bowl victory parade on Friday, Feb. 14. The city confirmed the celebration date in a Facebook post on Monday, Feb. 10. Philly dominated the previously two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs in a 40-22 rout at Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Feb. 9. "They did it Philly!" the city posted immediately after the game. "Our Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl champions. A special season and a special team…
Eagles Crush Chiefs In Super Bowl Blowout, Claim Second Lombardi Trophy Eagles Crush Chiefs In Super Bowl Blowout, Claim Second Lombardi Trophy
Eagles Crush Chiefs In Super Bowl Blowout, Claim Second Lombardi Trophy The Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, cruising to a 40-22 victory at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 9. Quarterback Jalen Hurts set the tone early, orchestrating a 69-yard drive that ended with his signature "Tush Push" touchdown from the 1-yard line. The Eagles’ defense suffocated Patrick Mahomes, forcing multiple turnovers. Rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean delivered a game-changing play, intercepting Mahomes and returning it 38 yards for a touchdown to give Philadelphia a 17-0 lead in the second quarter. Before halftime, linebacke…
Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide
Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide America's biggest unofficial holiday is here and Super Bowl Sunday offers so much beyond what happens on the field inside the Caesars Superdome. The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are set to kick off Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9. This showdown is a rematch of the NFL's 2023 championship game when the Chiefs beat the Eagles 38-35 at Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona. The Chiefs have been slight betting favorites at -1.5 on most sportsbooks since the matchup was finalized. That's a reversal from when they were about two-point underdogs in Super B…
Reporter, 27, Dies Covering Super Bowl Months After Wife's Death, Leaving 1-Year-Old Behind Reporter, 27, Dies Covering Super Bowl Months After Wife's Death, Leaving 1-Year-Old Behind
Reporter, 27, Dies Covering Super Bowl Months After Wife's Death, Leaving 1-Year-Old Behind A sports anchor and reporter has died while covering Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, nearly a year after his wife's death, officials said. Adan Manzano Aguilar, a sports reporter for Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports, was found dead on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Telemundo KC and Tico Sports confirmed his death in separate statements. Manzano's body was discovered in his hotel room, KCTV 5 News reported. Telemundo KC and Tico Sports said they were cooperating with the investigation. The 27-year-old was in New Orleans on assignment for his third-straight Super Bowl with the Kansas City …
$39.5M In Fake Sports Gear Seized In Massive Crackdown Before Super Bowl LIX $39.5M In Fake Sports Gear Seized In Massive Crackdown Before Super Bowl LIX
$39.5M In Fake Sports Gear Seized In Massive Crackdown Before Super Bowl LIX Authorities confiscated $39.5 million worth of counterfeit sports merchandise ahead of Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. More than 214,500 items were seized in the year-long crackdown, Immigration and Customs Enforcement said in a news release on Wednesday, Feb. 5. "Operation Team Player" targeted fake jerseys, hats, jewelry, and other memorabilia being sold to fans. Led by the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center), the operation involved Homeland Security Investigations, Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and major sports leagues.  The initia…
North Jersey Eagles Fan In Enemy Territory Transforms Lawn Into Viral Tribute North Jersey Eagles Fan In Enemy Territory Transforms Lawn Into Viral Tribute
North Jersey Eagles Fan In Enemy Territory Transforms Lawn Into Viral Tribute Melissa Davies, 52, of Cranford, NJ, didn’t expect to go viral when she grabbed a can of paint and turned her lawn into a giant tribute to the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of Super Bowl LIX.  But after her husband, Tim Davies, posted a photo in an Eagles Facebook group this week, the internet soared with excitement—earning her over 17,000 likes as of Thursday, Feb. 7. "I felt like I could do it, so I did it," Davies said. "I'm not normally a hobby artist. My career is in social media research, so I’m used to looking at what content themes are going viral, but not necessarily being th…
NWSL To Pay $5M After Players Suffer Sexual, Racist, Emotional Abuse From Coaches NWSL To Pay $5M After Players Suffer Sexual, Racist, Emotional Abuse From Coaches
NWSL To Pay $5M After Players Suffer Sexual, Racist, Emotional Abuse From Coaches The National Women's Soccer League will pay $5 million to compensate players who endured years of abuse and harassment. The landmark NWSL settlement was announced by the attorneys general of New York, Illinois, and Washington, DC, on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The agreement follows investigations into claims of widespread misconduct, including emotional abuse, sexual coercion, and systemic failures that left players unprotected. The NWSL will create a $5 million fund to pay players who experienced abuse. "For too long, the hardworking and talented women of the National Women's …
Shell Game: NJ Aquarium's Turtle Picks Super Bowl LIX Winner—Eagles Or Chiefs? Shell Game: NJ Aquarium's Turtle Picks Super Bowl LIX Winner—Eagles Or Chiefs?
Shell Game: NJ Aquarium's Turtle Picks Super Bowl LIX Winner—Eagles Or Chiefs? A turtle living near the New York Giants stadium appears to be rooting against her hometown team's biggest rival in the Super Bowl. Thelma, a river turtle at SEA LIFE Aquarium New Jersey, made her prediction for Super Bowl LIX. The turtle has picked the Kansas City Chiefs to beat the Philadelphia Eagles, according to the East Rutherford aquarium. Staff members put the NFL teams' helmets in Thelma's tank to have her make a pick by eating pieces of lettuce inside the facemasks. "Without any hesitation, she quickly swam past the Eagles and decided that the Chiefs would be …