Trump Cites 'Y.M.C.A.' Revival At His Rallies In Tribute To Village People Frontman Trump Cites 'Y.M.C.A.' Revival At His Rallies In Tribute To Village People Frontman
Trump Cites 'Y.M.C.A.' Revival At His Rallies In Tribute To Village People Frontman A disco anthem tied to decades of parties, parades, and campaign rallies is now part of a presidential tribute. President Donald Trump remembered Victor Willis, the original lead singer of Village People, in a Truth Social post on Wednesday morning, July 1, after Willis’ death at age 74. Willis, the voice of "Y.M.C.A.," "Macho Man," and "In the Navy," died Tuesday, June 30, after a short illness, Daily Voice reported earlier Wednesday. "Y.M.C.A." became closely associated with Trump’s rallies, often playing as his closing song while he performed his familiar arm-pumping dance. The song, r…
Second Teen Surrenders After Arrest In Colorado For Killing Of Penn State Senior Billy Schmidt Second Teen Surrenders After Arrest In Colorado For Killing Of Penn State Senior Billy Schmidt
Second Teen Surrenders After Arrest In Colorado For Killing Of Penn State Senior Billy Schmidt Both teens wanted in the fatal shooting of Penn State senior Billy Schmidt have been arrested — one in Colorado and the other surrendered in Pennsylvania — while a Philadelphia man is accused of helping them flee, authorities announced on Thursday, July 2.  One of two teenagers wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State senior during an apparent robbery in South Philadelphia has been arrested in Colorado, authorities explained. The 16-year-old was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service on Wednesday, July 1, according to Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore. …
Back For More: Repeat Robber Pleads Guilty To Hitting Same NY Store Twice Back For More: Repeat Robber Pleads Guilty To Hitting Same NY Store Twice
Back For More: Repeat Robber Pleads Guilty To Hitting Same NY Store Twice A New York man pleaded guilty to robbing the same convenience store he was previously convicted of robbing six years earlier, authorities announced Wednesday, July 1. Willie Buxton, 50, of Albany, pleaded guilty to first-degree attempted robbery in exchange for a sentence of 16 years to life, the Albany County District Attorney’s office said. Buxton entered an Xtra Mart at 247 New Scotland Avenue around 8 a.m. on Nov. 26, 2025, flashed a knife and demanded cash from the store clerk, authorities said. The worker handed over $300, and Buxton ran away, according to investigators. Cops caught …
'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82 'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82
'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82 A British actor known in the US for his roles in the "Harry Potter" and "Indiana Jones" film franchises has died. Michael Byrne died at 82 years old on Saturday, June 20. The Guardian first reported Byrne's death on Wednesday, July 1. Byrne's cause of death wasn't immediately released. "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Byrne," a representative for Byrne said in a statement to NBC News. "Michael will be remembered as an extraordinary actor whose talent, warmth, and sense of humour touched so many." "Harry Potter" fans knew Byrne as the older Gellert Gri…
Machete Attack On Two Teens Lands NY Man Behind Bars: Police Machete Attack On Two Teens Lands NY Man Behind Bars: Police
Machete Attack On Two Teens Lands NY Man Behind Bars: Police A New York man attacked two teenagers with a machete on an Albany street, police said. Eber Lopez, 36, was arrested after wounding an 18-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy in the incident on Tuesday, June 30, the Albany Police Department said. Lopez was in an argument with the 18-year-old on First Street near North Lake Avenue that escalated into an altercation, cops said. During the altercation, Lopez swung a machete at the young man, resulting in lacerations to his head, investigators said. The 15-year-old then tried to intervene and grab the machete from Lopez, sustaining lacerations t…
Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent' Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent'
Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent' Kathie Lee Gifford says she's selling her sprawling Connecticut estate because the home no longer feels the same after the loss of her husband and her children starting families of their own. The Greenwich property, known as Cedar Cliff, hit the market in May with a $100 million asking price, making it the most expensive home currently listed in Connecticut. Related: Tour Kathie Lee Gifford's Greenwich Mansion The former "TODAY" and "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee" host said the decision comes down to the memories tied to the home she shared with her late husband, Frank Gifford. Th…
Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police
Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police The Long Island man accused of strangling and sexually assaulting his sister-in-law had lusted after her for years, authorities said. Joseph Horner, 27, and his wife lived in the same building as 25-year-old Victoria Castle in North Massapequa but in different apartments, the Nassau County Police Department said. Cops said Horner confessed to the crime when they first interviewed him Monday, June 29, according to News 12 Long Island. He told investigators that he’d had “sexual desire” for his wife’s sister since 2017, police said. Authorities said that while Horner’s wife was off on a trip…
Cap Region Extremist Wanted FBI Agents Fed Through Woodchipper, Paid ‘Hitman’ For Job: Feds Cap Region Extremist Wanted FBI Agents Fed Through Woodchipper, Paid ‘Hitman’ For Job: Feds
Cap Region Extremist Wanted FBI Agents Fed Through Woodchipper, Paid ‘Hitman’ For Job: Feds A New York man with ties to an extremist group tried to hire a hitman to kill two FBI agents and feed their bodies through a woodchipper, according to federal investigators. Aaron Corey, 23, was behind bars on a child porn charge but now faces more serious counts for his plot against the two feds and an assistant U.S. attorney prosecuting the case, the Justice Department said Tuesday, June 30. Corey, of Albany, first spoke about his plans to a fellow prisoner, but the other man talked to his attorney, who informed the feds, according to charging documents. Corey even described himself as an…
NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say
NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say The brother of longtime NFL defensive lineman Calais Campbell was accused of killing their mother, authorities said. Ciarre Campbell, 41, was charged with several crimes, including murder and aggravated assault, ESPN reported. He was charged after police discovered his mother, 71-year-old Nateal Campbell, dead while conducting a welfare check at an Atlanta home at around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. According to arrest warrants, Nateal Campbell was found with her throat slashed, and Ciarre Campbell possessed a knife. He will remain in Fulton County Jail after waiving his first&…
Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged
Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged Two people have climbed the spire atop the Empire State Building to hang a peace flag and get engaged.  Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, artists who gained a social media following for climbing skyscrapers around the world, stayed on top of the Manhattan monument for more than 45 minutes on Wednesday, July 1, according to NBC New York.  Just after noon, the Russian duo unfurled a massive black banner with white lettering that read, "When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace." They were dressed in all black with face coverings.  …
PA State Trooper ID'd By Governor After Being Killed In Line Of Duty On I-81 PA State Trooper ID'd By Governor After Being Killed In Line Of Duty On I-81
PA State Trooper ID'd By Governor After Being Killed In Line Of Duty On I-81 A Pennsylvania State Police trooper who died after being struck by a passing commercial vehicle while conducting a truck inspection along Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County on Wednesday morning, July 1, has been identified by Gov. Josh Shapiro. Michael E. Pahira Jr., 44, a Schuylkill County native who enlisted in the Pennsylvania State Police in January 2007, served with Troop L in Frackville as a Motor Carrier Inspector for more than 20 years, according to Pennsylvania State Police. Pahira was conducting a commercial vehicle safety inspection along Interstate 81 South near Mile Marker 119…
New Development Emerges In Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note Investigation New Development Emerges In Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note Investigation
New Development Emerges In Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note Investigation A troubling part of a high-profile disappearance case may have taken a major turn. Click here for a new, updated story: Investigators Identify Notes In Nancy Guthrie Case Believed To Be From Abductors The FBI has determined that ransom notes tied to the disappearance of missing mom Nancy Guthrie are not genuine, Reuters reported Wednesday, July 1, citing a source familiar with the investigation. Guthrie, 84, is the mother of NBC "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. She vanished from her Tucson, Arizona, home on Sunday, Feb. 1. Reuters reported that investigators determined the notes…