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Carolina Beach Cardiologist Charged with Sexual Assault of a Child; Bond Lowered

Carolina Beach Cardiologist Charged with Sexual Assault of a Child; Bond Lowered

A Carolina Beach cardiologist, Damian Alexander Brezinski, has been charged with several crimes concerning the sexual assault of a 10-year-old child over four years. He faces a total of 11 counts of sexual assault, including indecent liberties with a minor, statutory sex offenses with a child, and rape of a child. Initially, he was given … Read more

Massive Manhunt Underway in France After Prison Break

Massive Manhunt Underway in France After Prison Break

A frenzied pursuit is underway in France following a brazen ambush on a prison convoy, resulting in the death of two officers, serious injuries to three others, and the escape of a notorious convict. The incident has sent shockwaves through the nation, prompting swift and resolute action from authorities. The assailants struck with precision, intercepting … Read more

George Washington Bridge Reopens After Police Activity Sparks Major Commute Delays

George Washington Bridge Reopens After Police Activity Sparks Major Commute Delays

Following a period of disruption due to police activity, all lanes of the George Washington Bridge (GWB) have been reopened, alleviating significant delays for commuters embarking on their Wednesday morning journeys. The resumption of normal traffic flow comes as a relief to drivers navigating through the region, particularly those heading into Manhattan. Navigating Alternate Routes … Read more

Security Measures Heightened at Manhattan High School Following Student Altercation

Security Measures Heightened at Manhattan High School Following Student Altercation

Metal detectors greeted students Wednesday morning at the High School of Graphic Communication Arts in Manhattan, a proactive measure implemented in response to a violent altercation the previous day. The incident left two students injured, one with facial lacerations and the other with a chest stab wound. Although both students were hospitalized, authorities assured the … Read more

New York City-Dublin Portal Art Installation Shuts Down Temporarily

New York City-Dublin Portal Art Installation Shuts Down Temporarily

Nearly a week after its public debut, the innovative portal art installation linking New York City and Dublin, Ireland, through a 24/7 livestream, has temporarily ceased operations. The decision to shut down the portals came in response to instances of inappropriate behavior reported by the Flatiron NoMad Partnership, the organization overseeing the project. Despite stringent … Read more

Unemployment Claims Dip in South Dakota, Bucking National Trend

Unemployment Claims Dip in South Dakota, Bucking National Trend

Unemployment claims in South Dakota have shown a promising decline, standing in contrast to the national uptick in jobless filings. According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s latest report, initial claims for unemployment benefits decreased in the state for the week ending May 4. The data revealed that new jobless claims, serving as an indicator … Read more

Jersey City Crime Rate 2024: Is Jersey City Safe to Live?

Jersey City Crime Rate 2024: Is Jersey City Safe to Live?

Jersey City, located between the Hudson and Hackensack rivers, is often dubbed as the “Wall Street of the West,” owing to its influx of banking and finance jobs. With a population of 283,927, the city beckons many with its promise of opportunities. However, for those considering a move to Jersey City, concerns about safety are … Read more

Walmart Settles $45M Lawsuit Over Overcharging Claims in Florida

Walmart Settles $45M Lawsuit Over Overcharging Claims in Florida

Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class-action lawsuit in Florida, addressing accusations of overcharging for certain pay-by-weight items, including produce. The settlement, which awaits approval from the U.S. District Court in Tampa, offers eligible shoppers the opportunity to claim up to $500 each. The lawsuit, filed by consumers who alleged that … Read more

New York Democrat Proposes Sweeping Changes to 2024 NYS Farm Bill

New York Democrat Proposes Sweeping Changes to 2024 NYS Farm Bill

In the ongoing discussions surrounding the 2024 Farm Bill, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a Democrat from New York State, has put forth a series of proposals aimed at addressing key issues within the agricultural and food assistance sectors. One of the primary focuses of Senator Gillibrand’s proposals is the rectification of an error in SNAP (Supplemental … Read more

IRS Announces Guidelines for Fourth Stimulus Check Distribution in 2024: Check Eligibility and Payment Dates by State

IRS Announces Guidelines for Fourth Stimulus Check Distribution in 2024: Check Eligibility and Payment Dates by State

As anticipation mounts for potential financial relief, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has unveiled guidelines for the distribution of the fourth round of stimulus checks in 2024. With no official confirmation from the US government regarding additional stimulus checks, the IRS outlines criteria and payment details based on proposals and discussions. Here’s what you need … Read more