Port Authority boss asks United to reconsider Cuba flights
NEW YORK (AP) — The head of the agency that runs New Jersey's main airport has joined with the state's governor in seeking to stop United Airlines from launching flights from there to Cuba until a woman convicted of killing a state trooper is returned to the United States.
NEW YORK (AP) — The head of the agency that runs New Jersey's main airport has joined with the state's governor in seeking to stop United Airlines from launching flights from there to Cuba until a woman convicted of killing a state trooper is returned to the United States.
Dog, ashes of loved ones stolen from Gibsonton home
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Man Wanted for Kidnapping, Sexual Assault of Teen Arrested in Kansas
The Clayton County Sheriff's Office said they have captured a man wanted for the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl.
The Clayton County Sheriff's Office said they have captured a man wanted for the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl.
Long live Uga! Georgia Bulldogs Get New Mascot
The University of Georgia announced on Thursday that Uga IX, affectionately known as “Russ,” will be retiring for the position.
The University of Georgia announced on Thursday that Uga IX, affectionately known as “Russ,” will be retiring for the position.
Tricked out of Halloween
Students at Seth Boyden Elementary School in Maplewood were singing the blues Tuesday about their school's decision not to hold a Halloween party.
Students at Seth Boyden Elementary School in Maplewood were singing the blues Tuesday about their school's decision not to hold a Halloween party.
Mets soar into stratosphere on Daniel Murphy's unearthly bat
NEW YORK (AP) — In the 1960s, the idea of the Mets winning a World Series was as farfetched as man walking on the moon. Just 88 days after Neil Armstrong took his giant leap, the Amazin's were champions. Now Tyler Clippard is convinced an extraterrestrial has led the Mets back to the Fall Classic. "He's not human. He's not on this planet right now," he said of Daniel Murphy. "Another life form jumped into his body."
NEW YORK (AP) — In the 1960s, the idea of the Mets winning a World Series was as farfetched as man walking on the moon. Just 88 days after Neil Armstrong took his giant leap, the Amazin's were champions. Now Tyler Clippard is convinced an extraterrestrial has led the Mets back to the Fall Classic. "He's not human. He's not on this planet right now," he said of Daniel Murphy. "Another life form jumped into his body."
Little girl gives flower to Manatee County deputy
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Emaciated dog is being nursed back to health
Authorities say a Queens man faces charges including aggravated cruelty after arriving at an animal shelter with a starving dog that was too weak to walk.
Authorities say a Queens man faces charges including aggravated cruelty after arriving at an animal shelter with a starving dog that was too weak to walk.
NC lotto winner spends more than $9M bailing fiance out of jail
A North Carolina woman who won $88 million from the Powerball jackpot earlier this year may have to bail out her fiance for the third time in less than a year, according to WWAY. Lamarr McDow aka "Hot Sauce," was booked into jail Monday morning. He was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon. McDow turned himself in after being indicted on the charge, according to the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office. WWAY reports McDow was arrested last November on heroin charges and held under a $
A North Carolina woman who won $88 million from the Powerball jackpot earlier this year may have to bail out her fiance for the third time in less than a year, according to WWAY. Lamarr McDow aka "Hot Sauce," was booked into jail Monday morning. He was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon. McDow turned himself in after being indicted on the charge, according to the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office. WWAY reports McDow was arrested last November on heroin charges and held under a $
Suspect in NYC officer's fatal shooting a longtime criminal
NEW YORK (AP) — A man suspected of gunning down a police officer had been let out of jail and allowed to enter a drug treatment program despite an extensive arrest record that included felony convictions, leading to questions about why he was chosen for the program in the first place.
NEW YORK (AP) — A man suspected of gunning down a police officer had been let out of jail and allowed to enter a drug treatment program despite an extensive arrest record that included felony convictions, leading to questions about why he was chosen for the program in the first place.
Westfield volunteer fined after giving away food and school supplies
Kevin “Spud” Monroe with the ticket he got for grilling without a permit in Windsor Park. He and other volunteers gave the food out to children, along with school supplies.
Kevin “Spud” Monroe with the ticket he got for grilling without a permit in Windsor Park. He and other volunteers gave the food out to children, along with school supplies.
Man who brought fake chips to poker tournament gets prison
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — A man who brought millions of dollars in counterfeit poker chips to an Atlantic City poker tournament and then flushed them down the toilet is going to prison.
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — A man who brought millions of dollars in counterfeit poker chips to an Atlantic City poker tournament and then flushed them down the toilet is going to prison.
Fisherman rescued after falling into Manasquan Inlet
Rescuers saved a fisherman who fell off the jetty into the Manasquan Inlet. Assistant Manasquan Fire Chief Dave Kircher tells the Asbury Park Press (http://on.app.com/1LASDnO ) the man apparently fell asleep on the rocks and was startled by a friend on Monday night. The man fell six feet into the water. Rescuers retrieved the man and he was taken to a hospital with injuries that Kircher says were not life threatening. ___
Rescuers saved a fisherman who fell off the jetty into the Manasquan Inlet. Assistant Manasquan Fire Chief Dave Kircher tells the Asbury Park Press (http://on.app.com/1LASDnO ) the man apparently fell asleep on the rocks and was startled by a friend on Monday night. The man fell six feet into the water. Rescuers retrieved the man and he was taken to a hospital with injuries that Kircher says were not life threatening. ___
New 'Star Wars' trailer on 'Monday Night Football'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Giants/Eagles game took a backseat to "Monday Night Football's" main event — the halftime premiere of a new "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" trailer. It also went online moments after. The 2:35 minute spot offered teases into the backstories of the series' newest characters, like John Boyega's Finn, a stormtrooper who's questioning his allegiances, Daisy Ridley's scavenger Rey, seen exploring an old ship, and Adam Driver's Darth Vader-obsessed Kylo Ren.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Giants/Eagles game took a backseat to "Monday Night Football's" main event — the halftime premiere of a new "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" trailer. It also went online moments after. The 2:35 minute spot offered teases into the backstories of the series' newest characters, like John Boyega's Finn, a stormtrooper who's questioning his allegiances, Daisy Ridley's scavenger Rey, seen exploring an old ship, and Adam Driver's Darth Vader-obsessed Kylo Ren.
Uproar over 'no Haitians' classified ad
Uproar over 'no Haitians' classified ad
Uproar over 'no Haitians' classified ad
New Jersey senators planning proposals on major issues
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — The president of the New Jersey state Senate says he and his colleagues plan to introduce legislation with the goal of investing in several areas to spur the state's economy. Democrat Stephen Sweeney announced the plans on Monday, saying the proposals would cover transportation improvements, early childhood education and college affordability.
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — The president of the New Jersey state Senate says he and his colleagues plan to introduce legislation with the goal of investing in several areas to spur the state's economy. Democrat Stephen Sweeney announced the plans on Monday, saying the proposals would cover transportation improvements, early childhood education and college affordability.
Murphy HRs again; Mets beat Cubs for 2-0 NLCS lead
NEW YORK (AP) — Say this for Daniel Murphy and the New York Mets: They have their October formula down and are sticking with it. Murphy homered off yet another ace to provide an early cushion for Noah Syndergaard, and the Mets breezed past Jake Arrieta the Chicago Cubs 4-1 Sunday night for a 2-0 lead in a surprisingly one-sided NL Championship Series. Power, pitching, plus some dazzling defense — just like the Amazin' Mets of 1969.
NEW YORK (AP) — Say this for Daniel Murphy and the New York Mets: They have their October formula down and are sticking with it. Murphy homered off yet another ace to provide an early cushion for Noah Syndergaard, and the Mets breezed past Jake Arrieta the Chicago Cubs 4-1 Sunday night for a 2-0 lead in a surprisingly one-sided NL Championship Series. Power, pitching, plus some dazzling defense — just like the Amazin' Mets of 1969.
Man on Rollerblades Arrested for Trying to Steal Ambulance
A Gwinnett County man is arrested for allegedly stealing an ambulance from the scene of a serious car accident.
A Gwinnett County man is arrested for allegedly stealing an ambulance from the scene of a serious car accident.
Georgia Judge Issues Strong Rebuke to Woman Who Made Anti-Cop Message
A clayton judge issues a sharp rebuke to a woman who made an anti-cop comment on-line.
A clayton judge issues a sharp rebuke to a woman who made an anti-cop comment on-line.
Murphy, Mets beat sleeping Dodgers 3-2 to reach NLCS vs Cubs
Daniel Murphy and the New York Mets caught the Los Angeles Dodgers sleeping.
Daniel Murphy and the New York Mets caught the Los Angeles Dodgers sleeping.