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Drunk Sufolk Driver Slams Audi Into Tree In Afternoon Crash: Cops A drunk Long Island driver was arrested after crashing into a tree, police said. Dylan Matthew Jagdeo, 29, was traveling on Boatheaders Lane near Bow Oarsman Road in East Hampton around 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, the East Hampton Town Police Department said. Jagdeo crashed his black 2012 Audi into a tree on the side of the road, police said. When cops arrived, they detected alcohol on his breath, noticed his eyes were glassy, and observed him unsteady on his feet, according to authorities. Responding officers put Jagdeo through a series of field sobriety tests, which he performed poorly on…

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Hamptons Theft Suspect Tries To Outrun Cops After Being Caught In Parked Car: Police A Long Island man was caught red-handed looking through a parked car, then tied to four other recent thefts, police said Monday, Oct. 26. Chase T. Wintjen, 33, of East Hampton, was busted just before midnight Sunday night, Oct. 25 on Floyd Street, the East Hampton Town Police Department said. Police got a call about a man trying to enter a parked car on Springs Fireplace Road, then canvassed the area and located Wintjen rummaging through a vehicle on Floyd Street, police said. Wintjen ran from the scene, but cops caught him after a brief foot chase, authorities said. The investigators also…

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Three-Car Crash On Long Island Pinned On Drunk Driver With 5-Year-Old On Board: Police Three-Car Crash On Long Island Pinned On Drunk Driver With 5-Year-Old On Board: Police Three-Car Crash On Long Island Pinned On Drunk Driver With 5-Year-Old On Board: Police
Three-Car Crash On Long Island Pinned On Drunk Driver With 5-Year-Old On Board: Police A drunk driver caused a three-car crash on Long Island with a 5-year-old boy riding in his vehicle, police said. Christon Beharry, 30, of Franklin Square, was arrested following the crash near Dutch Broadway and Downing Road in North Valley Stream on Sunday, Oct. 25, around 7:20 p.m., the Nassau County Police Department said. Beharry was driving a 2024 BMW eastbound on Dutch Broadway when he struck a 2020 Chevrolet, which then hit a 2017 Ford, police said. All three vehicles were traveling eastbound. Officers responding to the crash determined Beharry was intoxicated and arrested him witho…

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CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat
CT Chef Killed In NY Crash Remembered For Talents In Kitchen, On Wrestling Mat Michael Frick brought people together through food and helped young wrestlers grow in the community where he once competed. The New Fairfield chef and former state wrestling champion, 35, died after a vehicle struck him in Patterson, New York, on Oct. 20.  The crash happened around 8:09 p.m. at Route 22 and Route 164, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. Frick was walking when the Toyota sedan struck him. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators, authorities said. Known as Chef Mike, Frick owned Salt x Thyme, a catering and private chef service …

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Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police
Woman Seriously Injured By Turning Jeep: Suffolk County Police A woman was seriously injured when a turning Jeep struck her on Long Island on Sunday morning, Suffolk County police said. The 79-year-old Central Islip woman was struck at Hawthorne Avenue and East Suffolk Avenue in Central Islip at approximately 7:35 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25, according to police. Carlos Vicente, 53, of Central Islip, was driving a 2021 Jeep Wrangler south on Hawthorne Avenue when he turned left onto Suffolk Avenue and struck the pedestrian, police said. The woman was taken to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore with serious injuries. Vicente was not injured, acc…

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A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash
A Long Island Pizza Favorite Is Saying Goodbye — With One Last Late-Night Bash A community favorite Long Island pizza joint, known for tasty slices for a friendly price, is closing its doors. Vincenzo’s Pizzeria in Levittown will serve its last pizzas on Saturday, Oct. 31, the business announced on Instagram. “We’re selling Vincenzo’s, and our time here comes to an end, we want you to know how much your support has meant to us,” owner Garrett Klein wrote Tuesday, Oct. 20. “When you care about something as much as we care about this place, letting go isn’t easy. We’ve had our ups and downs, made a lot of friends, and, of course, a few haters. You can’t win ‘em all.” …

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Introducing Daily Voice Events! There’s always something happening in your community. Now, Daily Voice makes it easier to find it. With Daily Voice Events, you can discover hundreds of events happening near you, from festivals and family activities to live music, fundraisers, community gatherings and more. Hosting an event of your own? Post it for free and get it in front of thousands of local readers looking for things to do in their area. Whether you’re looking for something to do or want to spread the word about an event, Daily Voice Events helps you connect with your community. Click here to explore local events or …

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NY's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings NY's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings NY's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings
NY's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings Thousands of elementary and middle schools across the Northeast have been evaluated in new rankings that highlight the top-performing public schools in each state. U.S. News & World Report released its annual Best Elementary and Middle Schools Rankings on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The 2027 list evaluated about 46,000 public elementary schools and more than 24,000 middle schools nationwide based on reading and math achievement. The report highlights schools where students performed well on state assessments while accounting for student backgrounds.  U.S. News said its updated methodol…

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Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings
Surprising Changes In 2026's Most Popular Baby Names List: See Full Rankings Several names are climbing the rankings of the nation's most popular for babies, according to a new study. BabyCenter released its annual list of the most popular baby names on Tuesday, Oct. 20. Olivia and Noah remained the most popular names for girls and boys, although several other names made major jumps in popularity. Eliana climbed five spots to become the second most popular girls' name, while Evelyn returned to the top 10 for the first time since 2023. Ellie dropped out of the top 10, falling to No. 11. Among boys, the five most popular names remained unchanged for the third straigh…

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Long Island’s Last Hooters Property Finally Sold Eight Months After Closure Long Island’s Last Hooters Property Finally Sold Eight Months After Closure Long Island’s Last Hooters Property Finally Sold Eight Months After Closure
Long Island’s Last Hooters Property Finally Sold Eight Months After Closure The final Hooters location on Long Island has finally sold, about eight months after it closed down. Bolla Oil bought the property and an adjacent Valley Bank for $5.7 million, Long Island Business News reported Friday, Oct. 16. Long Island’s final Hooters at 25 Smith Street in Farmingdale shut its doors in February. The nationwide chain filed for bankruptcy in March 2025, and now the closest Hooters to Long Island are in central New Jersey. The Valley Bank location, whose property was also sold, has continued to operate and has time on its lease, Newsday reported. Bolla Oil, which operat…

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Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush
Police Officer Shot 12 Times Released From Hospital Weeks After Partner Killed In Ambush A Philadelphia police officer who was shot 12 times in an attack that killed his partner was released from the hospital Saturday, Oct. 24, receiving a standing ovation from more than 100 fellow officers, medical personnel, and loved ones. Officer Hector Rodriguez III, 33, was wheeled out of Penn Presbyterian Medical Center two weeks after he and Officer Shane Seiber, 40, were shot while responding to a call in West Philadelphia on Saturday, Oct. 10, as Daily Voice previously reported. Rodriguez placed his hand over his heart as officers, hospital staff, and loved ones applauded his release.…

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Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash
Syosset Woman Among 2 Dead In Garden State Parkway Crash Two women were killed and two others injured in a crash involving a tractor-trailer and two vehicles on the Garden State Parkway in Ocean County Saturday night, Oct. 24, New Jersey State Police confirmed. At 9:42 p.m., Caryn J. Coon, a 22-year-old Forked River resident, and Lauren Maturo, a 32-year-old Syosset, NY, were pronounced dead following the crash in Toms River,  Christopher Postorino said, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. An investigation found that a Genesis was disabled in the center northbound lane, with a Freightliner tractor-trailer stopped behind it, Pos…

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Phone-Distracted Trucker Killed Long Island Dad, 2 Kids On PA Turnpike Phone-Distracted Trucker Killed Long Island Dad, 2 Kids On PA Turnpike Phone-Distracted Trucker Killed Long Island Dad, 2 Kids On PA Turnpike
Phone-Distracted Trucker Killed Long Island Dad, 2 Kids On PA Turnpike A truck driver distracted by his phone when he killed a New York father and his two children on the Pennsylvania Turnpike has been sentenced to state prison, prosecutors announced on Friday, Oct. 23. Santos M. Valentin, 31, of Philadelphia, was sentenced Tuesday, Oct. 13, to three years minus three days to 12 years in prison by Judge Todd Brown, the Lancaster County District Attorney said. The crash killed Donnell Hickson, 43, of Baldwin, Long Island his 18-year-old son, Decir Hickson, and his 11-year-old daughter on Sunday, July 21, 2024, as Daily Voice previously reported. A Lancaster Co…

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Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rear-End Crash: Suffolk County Police A motorcyclist was seriously injured when his bike struck the back of a Jeep on Long Island on Saturday evening, Oct. 24, police said. The 31-year-old Centereach man was riding a 2007 Yamaha southbound on Nicolls Road near Wireless Road in Centereach when he struck the rear of a southbound 2017 Jeep at 6:23 p.m., according to Suffolk County Police. The rider was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The Jeep’s driver, Samantha Vega, 42, of Rocky Point, was not injured, according to police. Both vehicles were impounded for saf…

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Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police
Speeding Mercedes Slams Into Pole, Seriously Injuring Teen: Suffolk County Police An 18-year-old woman was seriously injured when a speeding Mercedes-Benz struck a curb and slammed into a utility pole on Long Island early Saturday, Oct. 24, police said. Jairon Velasquez, 20, of Levittown, was driving the 2021 Mercedes-Benz eastbound from 17th Street across Straight Path in West Babylon when he crashed at 3:49 a.m., according to Suffolk County Police. Velasquez was traveling at a high rate of speed before the vehicle struck the curb and utility pole, police said. His passenger, an 18-year-old Deer Park woman, was taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip …

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Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When
Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When Starbucks is giving customers another chance to get its viral Bearista cups. The coffeehouse chain will launch its limited-edition Glass Bearista Cold Cup Surprise Box collection on Tuesday, Nov. 10, Starbucks announced on Monday, Oct. 26. The new collection will feature different bear-shaped glass cups with mystery designs at Starbucks locations nationwide. Starbucks hasn't revealed what the new Bearista characters will look like but said more details will be announced soon. The cups will be available in limited quantities while supplies last. The original Bearista Glass Cold Cup wil…

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Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out
Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out Chipotle Mexican Grill is bringing back a popular meat option that has previously sold out faster than expected. The fast-casual chain announced the limited-time return of Smoked Brisket in a news release on Monday, Oct. 26. The brisket will return to menus nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 5. The Smoked Brisket is seasoned with smoked serrano and chipotle chili peppers before being smoked over mesquite wood for several hours. "Our Smoked Brisket is defined by the classic culinary techniques that go into every batch," said senior vice president of culinary Nevielle Panthaky. "A signat…

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Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How
Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How You could get a free meal at Denny's if something extremely rare happens during the 2026 World Series. Denny's will offer free Triple Play Combo Meals to rewards members nationwide if either team completes a triple play during the World Series. The restaurant chain announced the new promotion in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 21. A triple play happens when a team records three outs on a single defensive play. "America's Diner and America's pastime go back a long way together," CEO Chris Bode said. "The Triple Play Combo gives guests a full meal at a great price, and this …

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Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases
Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Families who bought children’s costumes on Amazon are urged to check their purchases after a nationwide recall raised serious safety concerns. CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes are covered by the recall announced Thursday, Oct. 22, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Children can easily access button cell batteries in the costume accessories, violating a mandatory toy safety standard. Swallowing the batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns and death, the agency warned. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled sets include …

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Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus
Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Price Rite Marketplace is promoting a special Thanksgiving dinner deal as American families keep battling higher grocery prices driven by inflation. The supermarket chain is offering two types of Thanksgiving meals that can feed 10 people for $39 or less. Price Rite announced the promo in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22.  The shopping guides use regularly priced items available at Price Rite stores from Friday, Oct. 30, through Thanksgiving, which falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. "Thanksgiving is a time for family, tradition, and sharing a great meal, and we believe celebrating th…

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Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When
Popular Bearista Cups Returning To Starbucks With New Designs: Here's When Starbucks is giving customers another chance to get its viral Bearista cups. The coffeehouse chain will launch its limited-edition Glass Bearista Cold Cup Surprise Box collection on Tuesday, Nov. 10, Starbucks announced on Monday, Oct. 26. The new collection will feature different bear-shaped glass cups with mystery designs at Starbucks locations nationwide. Starbucks hasn't revealed what the new Bearista characters will look like but said more details will be announced soon. The cups will be available in limited quantities while supplies last. The original Bearista Glass Cold Cup wil…

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Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out
Popular Chipotle Menu Favorite Making Comeback After Selling Out Chipotle Mexican Grill is bringing back a popular meat option that has previously sold out faster than expected. The fast-casual chain announced the limited-time return of Smoked Brisket in a news release on Monday, Oct. 26. The brisket will return to menus nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 5. The Smoked Brisket is seasoned with smoked serrano and chipotle chili peppers before being smoked over mesquite wood for several hours. "Our Smoked Brisket is defined by the classic culinary techniques that go into every batch," said senior vice president of culinary Nevielle Panthaky. "A signat…

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Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How
Score Free Denny's Meals During 2026 World Series: Here's How You could get a free meal at Denny's if something extremely rare happens during the 2026 World Series. Denny's will offer free Triple Play Combo Meals to rewards members nationwide if either team completes a triple play during the World Series. The restaurant chain announced the new promotion in a news release on Wednesday, Oct. 21. A triple play happens when a team records three outs on a single defensive play. "America's Diner and America's pastime go back a long way together," CEO Chris Bode said. "The Triple Play Combo gives guests a full meal at a great price, and this …

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Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases
Nationwide Amazon Costume Recall: Families Urged To Check Purchases Families who bought children’s costumes on Amazon are urged to check their purchases after a nationwide recall raised serious safety concerns. CIYTI Light-Up Princess Costumes are covered by the recall announced Thursday, Oct. 22, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Children can easily access button cell batteries in the costume accessories, violating a mandatory toy safety standard. Swallowing the batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns and death, the agency warned. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled sets include …

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Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus
Northeast Grocery Chain Rolls Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals With Special Menus Price Rite Marketplace is promoting a special Thanksgiving dinner deal as American families keep battling higher grocery prices driven by inflation. The supermarket chain is offering two types of Thanksgiving meals that can feed 10 people for $39 or less. Price Rite announced the promo in a news release on Thursday, Oct. 22.  The shopping guides use regularly priced items available at Price Rite stores from Friday, Oct. 30, through Thanksgiving, which falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. "Thanksgiving is a time for family, tradition, and sharing a great meal, and we believe celebrating th…

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Trump’s Dinner With NY Native Bill Maher Turns Sour, Sparks 1,322-Word Attack: 'Coward' Trump’s Dinner With NY Native Bill Maher Turns Sour, Sparks 1,322-Word Attack: 'Coward' Trump’s Dinner With NY Native Bill Maher Turns Sour, Sparks 1,322-Word Attack: 'Coward'
Trump’s Dinner With NY Native Bill Maher Turns Sour, Sparks 1,322-Word Attack: 'Coward' President Donald Trump followed another White House dinner with Bill Maher with a much less cordial invitation: a lengthy public attack on the HBO host. Trump’s Truth Social post, published Sunday night, Oct. 25, ran 1,322 words. Factbase identified it as his longest among nearly 100,000 social media posts dating to 2011. “Let’s talk about this COMPLETE AND TOTAL LOSER, Bill Maher,” Trump began. “He’s got a Low Rated Show on equally Low Rated HBO, which was once, long ago, a Network of Quality and Excitement — But that’s all gone. It’s not ‘HOT’ anymore!” The attack followed the Friday, Oc…

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Eric Bauza Dies Suddenly At 46: Emmy-Winning Actor Voiced Bugs Bunny, Other Cartoon Favorites Eric Bauza Dies Suddenly At 46: Emmy-Winning Actor Voiced Bugs Bunny, Other Cartoon Favorites Eric Bauza Dies Suddenly At 46: Emmy-Winning Actor Voiced Bugs Bunny, Other Cartoon Favorites
Eric Bauza Dies Suddenly At 46: Emmy-Winning Actor Voiced Bugs Bunny, Other Cartoon Favorites Eric Bauza, whose voice brought some of animation’s most familiar characters to life, has died suddenly, his family announced. The Emmy-winning actor was 46. He died Sunday, Oct. 25, at his Los Angeles home, NBC News reported, citing the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office. His family confirmed his death in a brief Instagram announcement, identifying him as the modern voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and dozens of other cartoon characters. NBC reported that the medical examiner’s office noted a diagnosis of hypertensive cardiovascular disease. Bauza won three Emmy Awards between …

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15-Year-Old Arrested After College Football Stadium Shooting Injures 12 15-Year-Old Arrested After College Football Stadium Shooting Injures 12 15-Year-Old Arrested After College Football Stadium Shooting Injures 12
15-Year-Old Arrested After College Football Stadium Shooting Injures 12 A teenage suspect has been arrested after a college football homecoming weekend was disrupted by gunfire near the stadium. Tallahassee police said detectives arrested a 15-year-old boy on Sunday, Oct. 25, in connection with the shooting near Florida A&M University’s Bragg Memorial Stadium in Tallahassee, Florida. He faces 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent, according to the department’s arrest announcement obtained by Daily Voice. The shooting occurred around 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, near Perry and Manatee streets. Eleven people suf…

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Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change? Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change? Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change?
Daylight Saving Countdown: When Do Clocks Change? The countdown is on: Daylight saving time ends in days, and a familiar clock ritual will shake up daily routines. Clocks across most of the US turn back one hour at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 1, returning to 1 a.m., according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. That puts the switch just eight days away. The return to standard time brings an extra hour that night, potentially allowing more sleep. But there’s a trade-off: Evening darkness will arrive earlier by the clock. Sunrise also shifts earlier, bringing more morning light. The reset does not create or erase da…

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Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest
Flu Activity Climbs: What New CDC Numbers Show, States Getting Hit Hardest Flu season is gaining ground, with new federal figures offering a timely reminder to prepare before activity climbs further. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest report, released on Friday, Oct. 23 and covering the week ending Saturday, Oct. 17, says influenza activity remains low nationally but is increasing in many parts of the country. The agency said early-season activity is higher than typically observed at this time of year. Clinical laboratories reported that 5.7 percent of specimens tested positive for influenza, with 2,918 positive results among 51,490 specimens…

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