Early Monday morning, a tragic shooting occurred in Lansing, Michigan, resulting in the death of a 17-year-old boy and injuries to several others. According to the Lansing Police Department, officers responded to the scene downtown at approximately 2:50 a.m. Upon arrival, they encountered a large crowd and multiple shooting victims. The ages of the victims … Read more
A 48-year-old woman, Frances Caso, has been charged following the tragic death of a 12-year-old girl from a suspected overdose in Fort Lee, New Jersey. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced on Sunday that Caso faces charges of endangering the welfare of a child, possession of controlled dangerous substances, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Discovery … Read more
American actor Johnny Wactor, best known for his role in the US soap opera “General Hospital,” was tragically shot and killed in Los Angeles while trying to stop a theft from his car. The 37-year-old actor was fatally injured early Saturday when he interrupted three men attempting to steal the catalytic converter from his parked … Read more
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem’s recent visit to Cape Canaveral to deliver the keynote speech at the Brevard County Republican Party’s annual Lincoln Reagan Dinner stirred up significant controversy, drawing Democratic protesters who opposed her appearance. Noem’s invitation was met with backlash due to controversial remarks in her book, “No Going Back: The Truth on … Read more
Ray Starling, a retired Army specialist, served his country proudly for many years, stationed in Germany with the first active chemical unit. However, his life took a different turn after a training injury forced him to return to the United States. Despite a career in designing and manufacturing, unforeseen circumstances left him homeless, living in … Read more
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported a new record for the number of airline travelers screened at U.S. airports ahead of the Memorial Day weekend. On Friday, more than 2.9 million travelers passed through airport security, surpassing the previous record set on the Sunday after Thanksgiving last year. Busiest Days at Atlanta Airport Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta … Read more
Strong wind gusts from a series of rainstorms caused power outages for thousands of New Jersey residents on Monday afternoon, with Morris County among the hardest hit areas. As of 3:20 p.m., nearly 400 homes in Randolph, about 200 in Denville and Parsippany, and approximately 100 in Morris Plains were left without electricity, according to … Read more
The Bronx will soon be down to just one movie theater for the entire borough as Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas is set to close. This decision has left residents and long-time patrons disheartened, as the theater has been a significant part of the community for generations. A Community Staple Shuts Down Showcase Cinemas, the operator … Read more
An iconic ice cream shop in Brooklyn faces eviction this summer, stirring distress among neighbors and long-time customers who have watched their community change rapidly due to gentrification. Anthony “Tony” Fongyit, 74, has owned Scoops Ice Cream Parlor on Flatbush Avenue in Prospect Lefferts Gardens since May 1984. For nearly 40 years, Scoops has been … Read more
Packy Adams, a 70-year-old Fremont native, has been living out of his car with his dog Zeus for the past three years. Adams, who spends his days recycling aluminum cans to earn money for food, has adapted to this harsh reality. “This is my best friend, companion, everything,” Adams said about Zeus. He parks overnight … Read more