Family ID's Man, 20, Killed In Shooting That Injured 4 Teens In Westchester, Suspect Charged Family ID's Man, 20, Killed In Shooting That Injured 4 Teens In Westchester, Suspect Charged
Family ID's Man, 20, Killed In Shooting That Injured 4 Teens In Westchester, Suspect Charged The 20-year-old man who died in a targeted shooting that also wounded four teenagers in Westchester County has been identified by his family — and the young suspect accused of killing him now faces murder charges.  Brandon Garcia, 20, was the victim of a shooting in Yonkers at around 8:43 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2, in the area of Elm Street and Palisade Avenue, according to his loved ones.  As Daily Voice previously reported, Yonkers Police said five people were struck by gunfire. Garcia suffered a gunshot wound to the back and was pronounced dead.  Four other victims, a 1…
Passaic Educator Frank Koterba Dies Passaic Educator Frank Koterba Dies
Passaic Educator Frank Koterba Dies Frank Koterba, a Passaic Public Schools teacher and president of the Education Association of Passaic, has died, according to his family and colleagues. Koterba's sister, Raina, announced his death in a Facebook post on Saturday, Aug. 1. "As many of you know, my brother left his physical body on July 30. To say that my family is heartbroken is an understatement," she wrote. "Frank had a presence that could fill any room. He treated everyone with respect. He took the time to truly know people. He loved his family fiercely. He gave selflessly. He stood up for what he believed in. He quietly …
Phil Collins Reveals Fight For His Life: 'People Were Coming To Say Goodbye' Phil Collins Reveals Fight For His Life: 'People Were Coming To Say Goodbye'
Phil Collins Reveals Fight For His Life: 'People Were Coming To Say Goodbye' One of rock’s most familiar voices has revealed how close he came to falling silent forever. Phil Collins, 75, told The Times of London in a Sunday Times Magazine profile that he nearly died during a severe alcohol relapse in April 2024. Collins was unconscious in a Swiss hospital after drinking to the point of organ failure. His manager of 50 years contacted the musician’s five children and called them to his bedside. “Because there were some decisions to be made about ‘Do we keep Phil on life support?’ kind of thing," the 75-year-old Collins told The Times of London. "My kidneys were pac…
Victim's Mother, 3 Others Charged In PA Teen's Fatal Shooting (UPDATE) Victim's Mother, 3 Others Charged In PA Teen's Fatal Shooting (UPDATE)
Victim's Mother, 3 Others Charged In PA Teen's Fatal Shooting (Update) The mother of a murdered 17-year-old boy is among four additional people charged in connection with the shooting that claimed her son's life, authorities announced Monday, Aug. 3. Tamara Rosario, 42, of the 900 block of Plane Street in Columbia Borough, is charged with hindering apprehension or prosecution, furnishing alcohol to minors, and corruption of minors, according to the Lancaster County District Attorney's Office. Also charged are Bryant Ramos, 19, of the 2200 block of Oak Hollow Drive in West Hempfield Township, with hindering apprehension or prosecution, tampering with evidence,…
Northeast Hospitals Shine In New National Rankings: See Which Ones Northeast Hospitals Shine In New National Rankings: See Which Ones
Northeast Hospitals Shine In New National Rankings: See Which Ones More than 120 hospitals across the Northeast are being celebrated among the nation's best, according to a new study. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-2027 Best Hospitals rankings on Tuesday, Aug. 4. The website recognized top-performing hospitals across the US based on patient outcomes, including survival rates, preventable complications, and patient experience. Seven Northeast hospitals were among the top 20 named to the U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll: Brigham and Women's Hospital - Boston Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia Johns Hopkins Hos…
Teresa Giudice Blasted For Instagram Comment On Post Of Daughter's Late BFF Teresa Giudice Blasted For Instagram Comment On Post Of Daughter's Late BFF
Teresa Giudice Blasted For Instagram Comment On Post Of Daughter's Late BFF Teresa Giudice is facing criticism after commenting on the final Instagram post shared by Victoria Zardoya, the North Jersey college student who died after a fall in Florida and was the childhood best friend of Giudice's daughter, Milania. Several weeks before she died, Zardoya, 20, of Montville, posted a photo carousel on Instagram featuring memories from an internship in Portugal. On Saturday, Aug. 1, more than a week after Zardoya died in a tragic fall while visiting historic ruins in Florida, Giudice commented on the post. Giudice commented three fire emojis on the post, prompting sever…
CT Baseball Coach In ICU After Devastating I-91 Crash; Support Swells For His Family CT Baseball Coach In ICU After Devastating I-91 Crash; Support Swells For His Family
CT Baseball Coach In ICU After Devastating I-91 Crash; Support Swells For His Family A popular Connecticut baseball coach remains in intensive care following a seven-vehicle crash on I-91 in Meriden and faces a long road to recovery with multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation, a fundraiser for his family said. Marcus Hill was involved in a Friday, July 31, multi-car crash on I-91 in Meriden. Calls to Connecticut State Police for details on his involvement in the pile-up were not immediately returned.  Hill, of Meriden, is a husband to Jill and father of three. He is the owner and coach at Pro Performance Network, a sports coaching facility in Newington.&n…
'He Brought Light Into Every Room': DC Father Of Two Killed In 'Senseless Violence' 'He Brought Light Into Every Room': DC Father Of Two Killed In 'Senseless Violence'
'He Brought Light Into Every Room': DC Father Of Two Killed In 'Senseless Violence' He should have been making more memories with his kids. Instead, his family is planning his funeral. Maryland and DC loved ones are mourning Jamari Millet, a young father of two who was killed in what relatives describe as a "senseless act of violence" on Tuesday, July 28. A GoFundMe created by his mother, Shawnice Millet, and co-organizer Markisha Moore says Jamari's death came without warning, leaving behind two young children, devastated parents, and a family now facing funeral expenses while trying to cope with an unimaginable loss. "Jamari was a wonderful father, a loyal friend, an am…
24-Year-Old Woman Killed In Wall Crash Leaves Sister As Sole Survivor: GoFundMe 24-Year-Old Woman Killed In Wall Crash Leaves Sister As Sole Survivor: GoFundMe
24-Year-Old Woman Killed In Wall Crash Leaves Sister As Sole Survivor: GoFundMe A 24-year-old Wall Township woman killed in a two-vehicle crash last week has been identified. The crash happened at approximately 11:55 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at the intersection of Route 138 and New Bedford Road in Wall Township, the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office said. Sarah Lee suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, a spokesman from the proseucutor's office confirmed. The crash remains under investigation. As of Monday, Aug. 3, a GoFundMe organized by Cali Whedon for her sister, Allie Lee had raised more than $61,000 to help cover funeral expenses and other …
Student Suffers Cardiac Arrest In Middle Of Bar Exam, Sues Over Delayed Response Student Suffers Cardiac Arrest In Middle Of Bar Exam, Sues Over Delayed Response
Student Suffers Cardiac Arrest In Middle Of Bar Exam, Sues Over Delayed Response A New Jersey woman who suffered cardiac arrest while taking the Bar exam on Long Island has sued Hofstra University. Mary Jane Jung, 36, of Palisades Park, collapsed while taking the test to become a lawyer in July 2025 at the school’s campus in Hempstead. In the lawsuit, Jung said emergency services were not immediately called, and the medical response took more than two minutes, according to Newsday. When other test-takers attempted to help Jung — who was clearly in distress — proctors at the event admonished them and directed them to focus on the test, according to the suit and reports…
Grandmother Killed In CT While Visiting Family Remembered For Her 'Loving Presence' Grandmother Killed In CT While Visiting Family Remembered For Her 'Loving Presence'
Grandmother Killed In CT While Visiting Family Remembered For Her 'Loving Presence' The family of a woman fatally struck by an SUV while visiting her grandchildren in Connecticut is asking for the public's help to send her body home. Carmen Illapa Verdezoto, 78, was crossing Progress Drive near Stillwater Avenue in Stamford on Friday, July 31, when a 2022 Ford Escape struck her around 5:30 a.m., police said. The 28-year-old Stamford driver called officers, tried to help  Illapa Verdezoto, and remained at the scene, authorities said.  Paramedics rushed Illapa Verdezoto to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries. Stamford police struggled for hours…
Massive Parasite Outbreak Takes Deadly Turn Massive Parasite Outbreak Takes Deadly Turn
Massive Parasite Outbreak Takes Deadly Turn A sprawling foodborne threat has taken its most serious turn yet. Click here for a new, updated story: These Other Grocery Staples Under Scrutiny As Parasite Cases Climb The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported on Monday, Aug. 3, that two people had died in its cyclosporiasis outbreak. Both had significant underlying health conditions that may have been affected by the infection and dehydration, the department said. Officials did not release their names, ages, or other details. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the Michigan deaths were part of a ni…