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Macon County authorities investigate death of 7-year-old child

MACON COUNTY, N.C. — The Macon County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 7-year-old child, who was found deceased at a local residence on Sunday. Deputies responded to the scene…

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Man Shot Multiple Times Dead in D.C.

Washington, D.C. – A man is dead in D.C. after a shooting in Northwest. On Wednesday, October 2, at approximately 7:25 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 700…

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Nine confirmed dead, five missing after Hurricane Helene in Yancey County

YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. — Nine people have been confirmed dead in Yancey County following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, local officials reported on Saturday. Recovery teams are still searching for five…

North Carolina News

America Braces for Anti-Israeli Protests Nationwide on One Year Anniversary of Deadly Hamas Terror Attack

On the anniversary of the October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks on Israel by Hamas, a wave of protests and rallies is planned across the U.S. and worldwide. Some of these protests are…

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Young Girl Killed in Deadly Weekend Triple Shooting in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — A 17-year-old girl was killed and two others were injured in a shooting early Sunday in the 600 block of Franklin Street, police said. Officers responded to a report of…

Philadelphia News·Police Blotter

One Dead in Hit-and-Run Crash on Broad Street in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A 56-year-old man died Sunday evening after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident on North Broad Street, authorities said. The crash occurred at approximately 7:29 p.m.…

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29-Year-Old Woman Found Dead Inside Long Island Home

A tragic incident is unfolding in Hempstead, Long Island, where authorities are investigating the death of a 29-year-old woman who was found with multiple stab wounds. The grim discovery was made on…

Suspect Arrested in D.C. Shooting That Left One Man Dead

Washington, D.C. — A suspect has been apprehended months after a deadly shooting on Pennsylvania Avenue in Southeast D.C., where a 32-year-old man lost his life. On Wednesday, May 1, at approximately…

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Asbury Park Prepares for Annual Zombie Walk and Undead Festival

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The annual Asbury Park Zombie Walk and Undead Festival is set to take over the city’s boardwalk on Saturday, October 5, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The…

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Three family members including two children found dead in Woodbridge house fire

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Three members of a family were found dead following a house fire early Friday morning in Woodbridge, according to police. Officers responded to the fire at approximately 5:55 a.m.…

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Two dead whales in northern New Jersey in less than 24 hours. This one was removed this morning from the beach in Lavallette, NJ. Why don’t groups like @Greenpeace @SierraClub and @NOAA care? It didn’t used to be this way. Locals say that one dead whale washing up every few… pic. /OTqCt0db8o— Protect Our Coast NJ (@njcoast_protect) October 4, 2024

Second Minke Whale Found Dead Off Jersey Coast Days Since Offshore Wind Survey Ship Returned

LAVALLETTE, N.J. — A small minke whale was found dead early Friday morning near Trenton Avenue in Lavallette, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC). The whale, measuring between 10 and…

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Man convicted in strangulation death of transgender woman in Queens

QUEENS, N.Y. — A Manhattan man was convicted on Friday for the 2010 murder of a transgender woman in her Glendale apartment, following a two-week jury trial in Queens Supreme Court. Rasheen…

New York City News

36-Year-Old Shot Multiple Times, Dead Inside Philadelphia Candy Store

PHILADELPHIA — Police are searching for suspects involved in a fatal shooting and attempted robbery on Wednesday night in the 16th District. Officers responded to the 800 block of North 40th Street…

Philadelphia News

Yancey County Storm Update: Death Toll Rises to Nine

Burnsville, NC – Following a severe storm, Yancey County reports the death of nine residents, with eight fatalities directly related to the storm and one attributed to natural causes. The Yancey County…

Police Blotter

Dead minke whale found in Raritan Bay off New Jersey shoreline

SANDY HOOK, N.J. — A dead minke whale was discovered floating in the Lower Bay/Raritan Bay area on Thursday morning, prompting efforts by local and federal agencies to track its movement. The…

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New Jesey Gets Slap on Wrist by Justice Department Over Deadly Failures at Veterans Homes During Pandemic

NEWARK, N.J. — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division have filed a complaint against the state of New Jersey and…

New Jersey News

Yonkers man shot dead in Bronx’s Norwood neighborhood

BRONX, N.Y. — A 40-year-old man from Yonkers was fatally shot Wednesday afternoon in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx, police said. The victim, identified as Kavon Reid, was found with gunshot…

New York City News

32-Year-Old Shot Multiple Times, Dead in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A 32-year-old man was fatally shot in Philadelphia’s 35th District on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. The shooting occurred around 4:50 p.m. on the 6400 block of North Lambert Street.…