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Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake
Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake The superintendent of an Orange County school district is firing back at criticism of her football team's players and coaches amid a growing controversy over a rival school's disqualification from a championship game.  Newburgh Enlarged City School District Superintendent Dr. Jackielyn Manning Campbell defended her district's football program in a statement on Thursday, Nov. 12, as Middletown prepares to challenge its disqualification in court, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  Manning Campbell said Newburgh's players and coaches have been unfairly blamed for uncovering an e…

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Feds Detain Twice-Deported Man In Wrong-Way I-91 Crash That Killed NY Native Hockey Player, 21 A 41-year-old Mexican national who had been deported twice was arrested following a wrong-way crash that killed a 21-year-old Connecticut college hockey player who dreamed of becoming a police officer. Guillermo Carmona-Lopez was identified as the driver in the Thursday, Oct. 16, crash on Interstate 91 in North Haven, Connecticut, according to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Authorities have placed an ICE detainer on him.  The victim was Ryan O'Shea, of Stony Point, New York, a University of New Haven senior and leader on the school's club hockey team. O'Shea was returning fro…

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Man Threatens Woman With Knife During Dispute At Hudson Valley Home, Police Say Man Threatens Woman With Knife During Dispute At Hudson Valley Home, Police Say Man Threatens Woman With Knife During Dispute At Hudson Valley Home, Police Say
Man Threatens Woman With Knife During Dispute At Hudson Valley Home, Police Say A 64-year-old man is facing charges after police said he threatened a woman with a knife during a dispute at a Sullivan County home.  The incident happened at a home in Fallsburg on Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the Fallsburg Police Department.  Officers were called to the residence for a reported domestic dispute and spoke with a woman who said Angel E. Rivera, 64, of Fallsburg, had displayed a knife and threatened her during an argument, the department said. Following an investigation, officers arrested Rivera and charged him with second-degree menacing and fourth-degree crimi…

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Man, 20, Caught With Crack Cocaine After Chase In Hudson Valley, Police Say Man, 20, Caught With Crack Cocaine After Chase In Hudson Valley, Police Say Man, 20, Caught With Crack Cocaine After Chase In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Man, 20, Caught With Crack Cocaine After Chase In Hudson Valley, Police Say A 20-year-old man suspected of selling drugs in Dutchess County tried running from police before being caught with crack cocaine, authorities said.  The incident happened on the 400 block of Main Street in Poughkeepsie at around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, according to the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department.  There, officers said they saw activity they believed was consistent with drug dealing and approached a man to question him, police said. The suspect, later identified as Jaden Hamilton, 20, took off running when officers tried to speak with him, the department a…

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Drunk Woman Caught With 4 Kids In Car On I-87 In Hudson Valley: State Police Drunk Woman Caught With 4 Kids In Car On I-87 In Hudson Valley: State Police Drunk Woman Caught With 4 Kids In Car On I-87 In Hudson Valley: State Police
Drunk Woman Caught With 4 Kids In Car On I-87 In Hudson Valley: State Police A woman driving on the New York State Thruway in Orange County with four children in her car was intoxicated when troopers pulled her over early in the morning, authorities said.   The traffic stop happened on southbound I-87 in Newburgh at around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8, New York State Police announced on Friday, Nov. 13. At that time, troopers said they saw a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox committing traffic violations and pulled it over. The driver, identified as Bronx resident Paulina A. Cepeda-Lema, 30, showed signs of intoxication when troopers spoke with her, according to …

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Wealthy NJ Town Elects 'Real Housewives' Newcomer To School Board Wealthy NJ Town Elects 'Real Housewives' Newcomer To School Board Wealthy NJ Town Elects 'Real Housewives' Newcomer To School Board
Wealthy NJ Town Elects 'Real Housewives' Newcomer To School Board Vanessa Barrera hasn't even made her "Real Housewives of New Jersey" debut yet, but she's already won a seat at a very different table: the Alpine Board of Education. Barrera, who joins Season 15 of the Bravo reality series as a friend of the cast, secured one of two open seats in the Tuesday, Nov. 3 election. Described by Bravo as Alpine's "Social Mayor," Barrera received 272 votes, or 36.12%, finishing just 12 votes behind incumbent Maria DiBiase, who led the race with 284 votes, or 37.72%, according to the election results provided to Daily Voice. Anthony Fasano finished third with …

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Knee Pain Knee pain is a common problem that affects people of all ages. Most types of minor knee pain respond well to self-care, but some cases may require medical expertise. Let’s talk a little more about what causes knee pain and how to talk with your doctor about it. What are the causes and symptoms of knee pain? Knee pain is usually either the result of an injury, such as an ACL injury, a fracture, or torn meniscus, or a medical condition, like arthritis. The location and severity of knee pain may vary, depending on the cause. Signs and symptoms include: Swelling and stiffness in the knee Redn…

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NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List
NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List Thousands of nursing homes across the Northeast have been evaluated in new national ratings highlighting the best facilities for rehabilitation and long-term care. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes ratings on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The annual list evaluated more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities in all 50 states and Washington, DC. The study evaluated nursing homes using 17 quality measures in each care category, including staffing levels, hospital readmissions, patient safety, and clinical outcomes. U.S. News rated 2,236 facilities across the Northeast.…

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NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why
NY Among Nation's 10 Least Wasteful States In New Rankings: Here's Why Several Northeast states are among the least wasteful in the US, according to a new study. Laundry detergent company HeySunday updated its "Most Wasteful States in America in 2026" rankings for November 2026. The study ranked all 50 states based on how much waste their landfills received per resident in 2022, using data from the Environmental Protection Agency, Census Bureau, and The Recycling Partnership. Connecticut ranked as the least wasteful state in the country, with its landfills receiving just 0.05 tons of waste per resident. The Constitution State's residential recycling …

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EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike
EMTs Save Injured Bald Eagle In Hudson Valley After Suspected Vehicle Strike Thanks to quick action from two EMTs, an injured bald eagle believed to have been hit by a vehicle in Orange County was brought to an animal hospital.  The incident happened in Newburgh, when Wallkill Volunteer Ambulance Corps EMTs Jessica Foster and Christopher Mancuso were returning from the hospital when they spotted the injured bird, the organization said on Monday, Nov. 9.  Rather than leaving the eagle behind, the pair worked with the Town of Newburgh Police Department to safely secure the bird and arrange transportation to a nearby animal hospital.  The eagl…

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Water In Fuel Caused Fatal Plane Crash On I-684 At NY, CT Border, NTSB Says Water In Fuel Caused Fatal Plane Crash On I-684 At NY, CT Border, NTSB Says Water In Fuel Caused Fatal Plane Crash On I-684 At NY, CT Border, NTSB Says
Water In Fuel Caused Fatal Plane Crash On I-684 At NY, CT Border, NTSB Says Water that leaked into a small airplane's fuel tanks caused its engine to fail before it crashed onto Interstate 684 near the New York-Connecticut border, killing a Rockland County pilot, federal investigators have determined.  The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) identified contaminated fuel and an inadequate preflight inspection as the probable causes of the Dec. 12, 2024, crash in a final report released on Tuesday, Nov. 3.  The crash killed Jacob Yankele Friedman, 32, of Monsey, a commercial pilot serving as a safety pilot, and seriously injured Kalmen Goldberger, 2…

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Husband Of 'Top Chef' Star Dies Husband Of 'Top Chef' Star Dies Husband Of 'Top Chef' Star Dies
Husband Of 'Top Chef' Star Dies The husband of "Top Chef" star Leah Cohen and co-founder of a popular New York City restaurant has died at 44 years old, leaving behind his wife and their two young sons. Ben Byruch, who records show lived with Cohen in Union City, NJ, died Monday, Nov. 10, according to a Maplewood, NJ-based GoFundMe campaign launched by Lonny Sweet and Cassandre Pallas to support his family.  Byruch was the creative force behind Pig & Khao, the Southeast Asian restaurant he built alongside Cohen, who finished sixth on Season 5 of Bravo's "Top Chef," which aired from 2008 to 2009. The couple …

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NYC Building Collapse: 8 Victims ID'd, Search Of Site Ends, Reports Say NYC Building Collapse: 8 Victims ID'd, Search Of Site Ends, Reports Say NYC Building Collapse: 8 Victims ID'd, Search Of Site Ends, Reports Say
NYC Building Collapse: 8 Victims ID'd, Search Of Site Ends, Reports Say Authorities have identified all eight people killed in a Brooklyn building collapse, including two children ages 9 and 10, and rescue crews have finished searching the rubble, according to reports. The three-story building at 1321 Flatbush Ave. collapsed into a neighboring construction site just after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, killing eight people and injuring 19 others, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  The NYPD has now released the names of all eight victims, ABC7 reported. Those killed were identified as: Nicole Daniela Salvada Rodriguez, 9; Kevin Santiago Reyes Gon…

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Jersey Shore ‘Thrill Killer’ Suspected In NY Murder As Six Cold Case Victims ID’d: Authorities Jersey Shore ‘Thrill Killer’ Suspected In NY Murder As Six Cold Case Victims ID’d: Authorities Jersey Shore ‘Thrill Killer’ Suspected In NY Murder As Six Cold Case Victims ID’d: Authorities
Jersey Shore ‘Thrill Killer’ Suspected In NY Murder As Six Cold Case Victims ID’d: Authorities Six Long Island cold case victims were publicly identified for the first time Thursday, Nov. 12, including one who may have been shot dead by a New Jersey serial killer, officials said. The highest profile case was that of “Montauk Mary,” an elderly woman who was shot four times and found near East Overlook Park on Montauk Highway in March 1978. She was identified Thursday as Sofia Margherita Marrone, a Pleasantville, NJ, woman who was 73 years old when she died, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office. Marrone was killed by four .22-caliber “short round” bullets — the …

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Ex-Border Patrol Chief Who Cited Nazi General As Inspiration Headed To Rutgers, Protest Planned Ex-Border Patrol Chief Who Cited Nazi General As Inspiration Headed To Rutgers, Protest Planned Ex-Border Patrol Chief Who Cited Nazi General As Inspiration Headed To Rutgers, Protest Planned
Ex-Border Patrol Chief Who Cited Nazi General As Inspiration Headed To Rutgers, Protest Planned A controversial former U.S. Border Patrol commander is headed to Rutgers University, where a protest is planned ahead of his appearance. Greg Bovino is scheduled to appear at the Douglass Student Center's Trayes Hall B in New Brunswick at 100 George St., on Monday, Nov. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m., according to event information.  A "Peaceful Press Conference & Rally" is planned for 5 p.m. An event flyer features the message "ICE DHS & GEO OUT OF R school!" and logos for Rutgers Young Democratic Socialists of America, ICE Out of New Jersey, and other advocacy groups. Rutgers Republic…

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Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked
Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked Federal regulators are issuing an urgent fire risk warning because more than 720,000 recalled BMW vehicles can ignite even when they're turned off and parked. BMW of North America issued the recall for 720,796 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a news release on Friday, Nov. 13. The recall involves a water pump electrical connector that may not be properly sealed.  The connector's material can break down over time, allowing water to enter and cause a short circuit. "These vehicles were previously recalled in 2024 for a water pump i…

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Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing
Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing Kraft Heinz is planning major changes to some of its most well-known brands as it tries to turn around struggling sales. The food giant outlined its growth strategy during its 2026 Investor Day on Thursday, Nov. 12. Kraft Heinz, which is based in Pittsburgh and Chicago, plans to improve existing products and introduce new ones as it increases investments in its brands. The company said its turnaround is showing early progress, including smaller market share losses and improving sales volume trends. "The opportunity ahead of us is significant, and we have the brands, scale and cap…

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Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised
Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised Family Dollar has reached a $63 million settlement after it was accused of routinely charging customers more at checkout than the prices advertised in stores. The Federal Trade Commission announced the agreement with the discount retailer in a news release on Thursday, Nov. 12. The agency and 17 states, including Pennsylvania, accused Family Dollar of overcharging shoppers at thousands of stores nationwide.  Federal regulators said Family Dollar failed to fix the problems despite repeated warnings, customer complaints, and regulatory inspections. Many of the overcha…

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From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists
From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists Santa's got some serious shopping to do this year! From a giggling blast from the past to singing KPop Demon Hunters dolls, the hottest toys of Christmas 2026 mix familiar favorites with new technology, creative play, and plenty of surprises. The Toy Insider's annual holiday guide features nearly 400 toys, with almost half priced under $25. Amazon has also unveiled its Top 100+ Toys list, highlighting everything from collectibles to interactive playsets. Here are 10 gifts worth checking out before Christmas: 1. Tickle Me Elmo Giggle Max — $29.99 Elmo is back! The 18-inch Sesame Street f…

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Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut' Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut' Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut'
Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut' Home sales nationwide have sunk to their lowest level since 2010 as high mortgage rates and rising prices continue to squeeze buyers. Existing-home sales dropped 5.5% from September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.75 million in October, the National Association of REALTORS said in a report released on Thursday, Nov. 12. Sales were also down 8.8% from October 2025, reaching their lowest level since August 2010. The sharp decline comes as the national median existing-home price climbed for the 40th consecutive month to $416,700, up 0.4% from October 2025. "Home buying is diffi…

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Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked
Urgent Recall Warns 720K+ BMW Vehicles Can Catch Fire Even While Parked Federal regulators are issuing an urgent fire risk warning because more than 720,000 recalled BMW vehicles can ignite even when they're turned off and parked. BMW of North America issued the recall for 720,796 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a news release on Friday, Nov. 13. The recall involves a water pump electrical connector that may not be properly sealed.  The connector's material can break down over time, allowing water to enter and cause a short circuit. "These vehicles were previously recalled in 2024 for a water pump i…

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Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing
Kraft Heinz Giving Big Makeovers To Popular Foods: See What's Changing Kraft Heinz is planning major changes to some of its most well-known brands as it tries to turn around struggling sales. The food giant outlined its growth strategy during its 2026 Investor Day on Thursday, Nov. 12. Kraft Heinz, which is based in Pittsburgh and Chicago, plans to improve existing products and introduce new ones as it increases investments in its brands. The company said its turnaround is showing early progress, including smaller market share losses and improving sales volume trends. "The opportunity ahead of us is significant, and we have the brands, scale and cap…

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Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised
Family Dollar To Pay $63M After Shoppers Charged More Than Advertised Family Dollar has reached a $63 million settlement after it was accused of routinely charging customers more at checkout than the prices advertised in stores. The Federal Trade Commission announced the agreement with the discount retailer in a news release on Thursday, Nov. 12. The agency and 17 states, including Pennsylvania, accused Family Dollar of overcharging shoppers at thousands of stores nationwide.  Federal regulators said Family Dollar failed to fix the problems despite repeated warnings, customer complaints, and regulatory inspections. Many of the overcha…

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From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists
From Elmo To KPop Demon Hunters: 10 Toys Topping Christmas Wish Lists Santa's got some serious shopping to do this year! From a giggling blast from the past to singing KPop Demon Hunters dolls, the hottest toys of Christmas 2026 mix familiar favorites with new technology, creative play, and plenty of surprises. The Toy Insider's annual holiday guide features nearly 400 toys, with almost half priced under $25. Amazon has also unveiled its Top 100+ Toys list, highlighting everything from collectibles to interactive playsets. Here are 10 gifts worth checking out before Christmas: 1. Tickle Me Elmo Giggle Max — $29.99 Elmo is back! The 18-inch Sesame Street f…

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Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut' Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut' Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut'
Home Sales Plunge To 16-Year Low Amid Housing Affordability Crisis: 'Punch In The Gut' Home sales nationwide have sunk to their lowest level since 2010 as high mortgage rates and rising prices continue to squeeze buyers. Existing-home sales dropped 5.5% from September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.75 million in October, the National Association of REALTORS said in a report released on Thursday, Nov. 12. Sales were also down 8.8% from October 2025, reaching their lowest level since August 2010. The sharp decline comes as the national median existing-home price climbed for the 40th consecutive month to $416,700, up 0.4% from October 2025. "Home buying is diffi…

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Iconic Bands Thrill Southwest Passengers With In-Air Concert On Last Flight Before Ground Stop Iconic Bands Thrill Southwest Passengers With In-Air Concert On Last Flight Before Ground Stop Iconic Bands Thrill Southwest Passengers With In-Air Concert On Last Flight Before Ground Stop
Iconic Bands Thrill Southwest Passengers With In-Air Concert On Last Flight Before Ground Stop Southwest Airlines passengers got an unexpected in-flight concert from Simple Plan, Hoobastank, and The Used, according to videos making the rounds on TikTok. The bands took to the aisles to perform for fellow passengers Friday, Nov. 13, while traveling on the same flight to Orlando for the Vans Warped Tour, scheduled for Nov. 14 through 16, according to those who shared the videos. Hoobastank performed its hit "The Reason," Simple Plan treated passengers to "Perfect" and "I'm Just a Kid," and The Used sang "The Taste of Ink." The flight departed from Los Angeles International Airport and …

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Extremely Rare Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted After Four Hours: What To Know Now Extremely Rare Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted After Four Hours: What To Know Now Extremely Rare Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted After Four Hours: What To Know Now
Extremely Rare Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted After Four Hours: What To Know Now The nationwide flight halt is over, but the scramble to get travelers moving again is far from finished. The Federal Aviation Administration lifted its ground stop Friday evening, Nov. 13, after more than four hours of suspended departures, according to multiple reports. The decision allowed flights to resume as airlines confronted widespread cancellations and disrupted schedules. Nearly 5,000 flights had been canceled nationwide Friday, with nearly 800 more cancellations already listed for Saturday, Nov. 14, according to FlightAware figures. Original report: FAA Issues Nationwide Ground…

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Airport Chaos: DHS Issues Update After FAA Halts All US Flights For Just Second Time Since 9/11 Airport Chaos: DHS Issues Update After FAA Halts All US Flights For Just Second Time Since 9/11 Airport Chaos: DHS Issues Update After FAA Halts All US Flights For Just Second Time Since 9/11
Airport Chaos: DHS Issues Update After FAA Halts All US Flights For Just Second Time Since 9/11 A rare nationwide flight halt has thrown travel plans into turmoil, prompting the nation’s homeland security chief to address growing concerns about what went wrong. Click here for a new, updated story - Four-Hour Extremely Rare Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted: What Travelers Should Know The Federal Aviation Administration stopped departures across US airports late Friday afternoon, Nov. 13, after a telecommunications outage disrupted air traffic control communications. By evening, travelers and sports teams faced mounting uncertainty about when they could leave. Department of Homeland Sec…

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Nationwide Airline Ground Stop Ordered By FAA Citing 'Extraordinary Circumstances' Nationwide Airline Ground Stop Ordered By FAA Citing 'Extraordinary Circumstances' Nationwide Airline Ground Stop Ordered By FAA Citing 'Extraordinary Circumstances'
Nationwide Airline Ground Stop Ordered By FAA Citing 'Extraordinary Circumstances' The FAA issued a sweeping nationwide ground stop, ordering departing flights to remain on the ground while citing extraordinary circumstances and safety concerns. Latest update - Four-Hour Extremely Rare Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted: What Travelers Should Know An air traffic control advisory posted Friday afternoon, Nov. 13, directed airports nationwide to halt departures. “All departing traffic should remain ground stopped until further notice,” the advisory stated. Click here for an updated story - Airport Chaos: DHS Issues Update After FAA Halts Flights For Just Second Time S…

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Riverboat Ship With 129 Passengers Struck By Tanker In New Orleans Riverboat Ship With 129 Passengers Struck By Tanker In New Orleans Riverboat Ship With 129 Passengers Struck By Tanker In New Orleans
Riverboat Ship With 129 Passengers Struck By Tanker In New Orleans A tanker struck a docked riverboat cruise ship carrying 129 passengers in New Orleans, triggering a major emergency response on the Mississippi River, according to multiple reports. The Atlantic Asphalt collided with the American Heritage around 12:30 p.m. local time Friday, Nov. 13, near the Crescent City Connection bridge. American Cruise Lines operates the riverboat. The collision occurred outside the Port of New Orleans Administration Building, where emergency crews gathered to assist passengers and crew, according to the initial accounts from NBC affiliate WDSU in New Orleans and ABC N…

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