Southern New Jersey wildfire has ballooned to 2,500 acres prompting evacuations
Dozens of buildings have been evacuated as a fast-moving wildfire raging in southern New Jersey swelled to 2,500 acres overnight.
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2nd NJ council member found shot dead in a car in about a week
For the second time in about a week, a New Jersey council member was found shot to death in a car.
Black Republican New Jersey councilwoman found shot to death in her car
A 30-year-old councilwoman in the borough of Sayreville, New Jersey, was found shot to death in her car on Wednesday, according to authorities.
FBI warns of "broad threat" to synagogues in New Jersey
The FBI's Newark office released a statement on Thursday urging synagogues to "take all security precautions to protect your community and facility."
Marking a decade since Superstorm Sandy
It's been 10 years since Superstorm Sandy hit New York and New Jersey, killing dozens and destroying hundreds of homes. CBS New York is releasing a documentary looking back at one of the biggest natural disasters in the region's history. WCBS-TV anchor Dick Brennan joins us to reflect on the storm and its impact 10 years later.
Snake discovered on United flight from Florida to New Jersey
The non-venomous snake was removed from the plane by airport staff when the flight landed in Newark.
Bride Surprises Groom, Who Is Blind, With Special Wedding Dress So He Can See By Feel
Fetty Wap Arrested On Federal Drug Charges During Music Festival At Citi Field
Fetty Wap arrested on federal drug charges.
COVID-19 And How Some States Are Reacting To The Surge In Cases
In Florida, the mask issue has tempers flaring. A man yelled at an elderly woman at a Costco after she asked him to follow the store rules and put on a mask. CBS News reports, the man has been fired from his job at an insurance agency.
Georgians Added To NY/NJ/CT Quarantine List
The Tri-State Area is doubling the number of states on the quarantine order list.
Delivery Guy Picks Up And Folds Fallen Flag
This guy did not have a delivery to make at this house. But he saw the American flag fallen on the ground. He came and picked it up, folded it neatly, and left it on the porch.
Accused School 'Pooperintendent' Relieves Himself Of Duty After Arrest
A New Jersey school official dubbed the "Pooperintendent" is now out of a job months after he was caught defecating on a rival school's football field.
Bigfoot In New Jersey? Couple Joins Dozens To Report Seeing Creature
A couple in New Jersey have become the latest to say they've seen the mythical creature known as Bigfoot.
Budget Travel Tips For Atlantic City
Read on for budget travel tips for entertainment, travel, dining and lodging on the Jersey shore at Atlantic City
Keidel: Super Bowl-ing On The Boulevard
Everything is larger in New York, and Super Bowl Boulevard is no exception. It has the obscene, fun-house distortion you expect when a party is thrown in Times Square.
Opinion: Sandy: The Match-Maker Of All Match-Makers
As odd as it seems, President Barack Obama and Governor Chris Christie of New Jersey are in the midst of a marvelous "bromance".
Transform Father's Day Into The Adventure Of A Lifetime
Want to do something fun with your dad for Father's Day? Check out these exciting activities that are sure to be an adventure!
Funeral For Whitney Houston on Saturday
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
The Great American Joke Off - 'Wonky carrots, Christian rock & electric Ian'
The laughs never stop!
Whose Line Is It Anyway? - 'Mircea Monroe 2'
Too much fun with guest star Mircea Monroe!
Attorney for 11-year-old boy shot by police: 'No way' he could have been mistaken for an adult
Aderrien Murry is recovering after being released from the hospital, according to his family, who has called for the officer to be fired and charged with the shooting.
What happens if the US can't pay all its bills
If the debt ceiling isn't raised in time, Treasury and the White House will have to make difficult decisions about which bills to pay with the funds that are available.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
The Great American Joke Off - 'Wonky carrots, Christian rock & electric Ian'
The laughs never stop!
Whose Line Is It Anyway? - 'Mircea Monroe 2'
Too much fun with guest star Mircea Monroe!
Attorney for 11-year-old boy shot by police: 'No way' he could have been mistaken for an adult
Aderrien Murry is recovering after being released from the hospital, according to his family, who has called for the officer to be fired and charged with the shooting.
What happens if the US can't pay all its bills
If the debt ceiling isn't raised in time, Treasury and the White House will have to make difficult decisions about which bills to pay with the funds that are available.
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10 ways to make money online
Here's how you can earn some extra cash without leaving the comfort of your home.
Elon Musk says Tesla will advertise for the first time
Tesla CEO Elon Musk told company shareholders Tuesday that the company will advertise for the first time in its history.
Musk confirms Twitter's new CEO is ad guru Linda Yaccarino from NBCUniversal
Elon Musk has confirmed that the new CEO for Twitter, or X Corp. as it's now called, will be NBCUniversal's Linda Yaccarino, an executive with deep ties to the advertising industry.
American consumers are growing worried about a US debt default
US consumer sentiment worsened in May as Americans grew concerned about the economy's direction and a potential default of the US government's debt, according to a report from the Univ. of Michigan.
Peloton is recalling 2 million bikes because seats could break in the middle of a ride
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the seat posts of the bike models involved could break, injuring the riders.
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Oath Keepers head Stewart Rhodes sentenced to 18 years for plot to keep Trump in power
"I dare say we all now hold our collective breaths when an election is approaching. Will we have another January 6 again? That remains to be seen," the judge said.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug-trafficking scheme
The "Trap Queen" rapper, whose legal name is Willie Maxwell, pleaded guilty in August 2022 to a conspiracy drug charge that carried a mandatory minimum sentence of five years.
Univ. of Idaho suspect Bryan Kohberger, indicted on murder and burglary charges
The suspect in the fatal stabbing last year of four University of Idaho students has been indicted by a grand jury on murder and burglary charges, a court official said.
Police: At least 3 people killed and 2 officers wounded in a shooting in Farmington, NM
Multiple people were shot and at least three killed in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police said in a Facebook post.
Man with baseball bat attacks VA congressman's staffers; suspect in custody
U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly said Monday a man with a baseball bat walked into his office in Fairfax, Virginia, asked for him — and then assaulted two members of his staff.
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The Confess Project Metro Atlanta joins MTV for Third Annual Mental Health Action Day
Cosmetology students joined The Confess Project Metro Atlanta and MTV to take action against mental illness with a hair competition.
J&J Covid-19 vaccine no longer available in the US
The Covid-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson is no longer available in the United States, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
WHO says mpox is no longer a global health emergency
The World Health Organization declared on Thursday the mpox outbreak is no longer a global health emergency.
Mass shooting epidemic takes mental health toll on Metro Atlanta residents
The loss of life and devastation caused by the increasing number of mass shootings has a lingering effect on both adults and children across the country as well as in Metro Atlanta.
US government is testing avian flu vaccines for birds, but ending historic outbreak isn't that simple
Since January 2022, the country has been battling the biggest outbreak yet of highly pathogenic avian influenza in wildlife.
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10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony announces his retirement
Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen, has announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 38.
Ja Morant suspended by Memphis Grizzlies after 2nd gun-toting social media video emerges
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been suspended from team activities after an Instagram Live video appeared to show him flashing a gun while in a vehicle.
NFL's Washington Commanders agree to sell the team to group led by Josh Harris
Dan and Tanya Snyder agreed to sell the Washington Commanders franchise to a group led by Josh Harris on Friday, according to a statement from the team and the investment group.
Why Ryan Reynolds, Snoop Dogg, other celebrities want to buy the Ottawa Senators
Vancouver-born actor Ryan Reynolds and rapper Snoop Dogg have both confirmed their interest, while Toronto recording artist The Weeknd has reportedly also thrown his hat into the ring.
Univ. of Georgia's championship team declines White House invitation
Georgia's national championship football team is declining an invitation to visit the White House.
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Tim Scott once described own police reform bill as a 'defund' bill – before attacking Democrats
Republican presidential candidate Sen. Tim Scott once said his 2020 police reform bill would "defund" local police departments from federal grants.
CNN to host Republican town hall with former Vice President Mike Pence June 7
The town hall will be moderated by CNN's Dana Bash on Wednesday, June 7, at 9 p.m. ET from Grand View University in Des Moines.
South Carolina governor signs 6-week abortion bill into law
South Carolina now joins a list of Republican-led states, particularly in the South, that have championed sweeping abortion restrictions.
Montana is banning TikTok. But can the state enforce the law and fend off lawsuits?
Montana Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the law Wednesday expecting a legal fight. The law also faces questions over whether it can actually be enforced.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launches 2024 presidential campaign to challenge Trump
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race on Wednesday, stepping into a crowded Republican primary contest.
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'Barbie' and Ken explore the 'real world' and life with flat feet in new trailer
The new trailer for the "Barbie" movie released on Thursday gives the first full look at Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) leaving Barbie Land to explore the "real world."
Celine Dion cancels entire tour due to health issues
"I'm so sorry to disappoint all of you once again."
Oprah Winfrey, Mick Jagger, Roberta Flack and others share emotional tributes to Tina Turner
Her turbulent life with Ike Turner and their rise to fame was depicted in the 1993 biopic "What's Love Got To Do With It."
Cher details spending time with Tina Turner during long illness
Cher is remembering her friend Tina Turner as being happy, but also over being sick.
Ringo Starr talks touring, the magic of The Beatles and his friendship with Paul McCartney
One of Starr's longest standing friendships is with his fellow Beatles bandmate, Paul McCartney.
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Remembering a Metro Atlanta Fallen Hero: 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton, Jr.
The Lt. Helton Memorial Foundation honors the legacy of 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton, Jr., who was killed in Iraq in 2009. The Memorial Day Parade in Dacula also pays tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. For more information and to participate, click here: https://www.ltheltonfoundation.org/ and here: https://www.facebook.com/fallenheroesofgeorgia.
Atlanta police release new sketch in Patrick Cotrona murder cold case
Ten years after a suspect shot and killed Patrick Cotrona as he was walking with friends, the family is still searching for answers. Police released an age-progressed sketch that they hope will help identify the suspect.
AP Top Stories May 26 - AM
This is AP NewsMinute. Russian forces struck a clinic in Dnipro, in central Ukraine, killing one person and wounding 16 others, according to Ukranian officials. (AP)
Hollywood Minute 5/26: New "Barbie" trailer
New "Barbie" trailer drops, comedian Bert Kreischer's stunt injuries, preview of Jennifer Lawrence's "No Hard Feelings." (CNN)
ShowBiz Minute 5/26: amfAR, Hanks, Auction
In Cap d'Antibes, Queen Latifah hosted this year's star-studded amfAR gala, which raises money for AIDS research. (AP)