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LI Woman Admits Following, Killing Her Ex-Boyfriend After Argument At LIRR Station: Authorities LI Woman Admits Following, Killing Her Ex-Boyfriend After Argument At LIRR Station: Authorities LI Woman Admits Following, Killing Her Ex-Boyfriend After Argument At LIRR Station: Authorities
LI Woman Admits Following, Killing Her Ex-Boyfriend After Argument At Lirr Station: Authorities A Long Island woman who stabbed her ex-boyfriend to death after tracking him from an LIRR station has pleaded guilty, authorities said. Nikeya Barker, 46, of Bay Shore, pleaded guilty Monday, Oct. 5 to first-degree manslaughter in the death of Shurvell Rush, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office said. Barker previously faced a top charge of second-degree murder and cut a plea deal in the case, prosecutors said. She’s expected to get between 15 and 25 years in prison, according to authorities. Rush, 47, of Central Islip, and Barker had previously dated but were separated by May 3, 2…

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LI Thieves Flee In Tesla Cybertruck After $4,000 Bloomingdale’s Theft: Cops LI Thieves Flee In Tesla Cybertruck After $4,000 Bloomingdale’s Theft: Cops LI Thieves Flee In Tesla Cybertruck After $4,000 Bloomingdale’s Theft: Cops
LI Thieves Flee In Tesla Cybertruck After $4,000 Bloomingdale’s Theft: Cops Two shoplifters took more than $4,000 worth of clothing from a Long Island store, then fled in a Tesla Cybertruck, police said Monday, Oct. 5. The thieves hit Bloomingdale’s in Huntington Station on Sunday, Sept. 27, walking out with clothing worth approximately $4,100 around 11:20 a.m., the Suffolk County Police Department said. Both men fled the scene in a silver Cybertruck, according to investigators. Though they were seen on surveillance cameras, police have been unable to identify them. Authorities are offering a cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest in the case. Anyone with inf…

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Fraud Protections Saved Nassau Disability Center From $1M Theft — But FL Woman Stole $50K: Cops Fraud Protections Saved Nassau Disability Center From $1M Theft — But FL Woman Stole $50K: Cops Fraud Protections Saved Nassau Disability Center From $1M Theft — But FL Woman Stole $50K: Cops
Fraud Protections Saved Nassau Disability Center From $1M Theft — But FL Woman Stole $50K: Cops A Florida woman tried to steal $1 million from a disability assistance center on Long Island, police said Monday, Oct. 5. Nicole Ramirez, 28, of Orlando, only got about $50,000, the Nassau County Police Department said. She was arrested five months later, cops said. The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County was contacted May 5 by someone claiming to be a representative from M&T Bank, police said. The caller provided the necessary account information, according to investigators. But eight days later, the Cerebral Palsy Association received a follow-up call from the actual M&T …

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Burglary Suspect Headbutts Nassau County Sheriff's Officer While Awaiting Arraignment: Police Burglary Suspect Headbutts Nassau County Sheriff's Officer While Awaiting Arraignment: Police Burglary Suspect Headbutts Nassau County Sheriff's Officer While Awaiting Arraignment: Police
Burglary Suspect Headbutts Nassau County Sheriff's Officer While Awaiting Arraignment: Police A man accused of breaking into a Long Island woman's home picked up two assault charges after headbutting a Nassau County Sheriff's officer while awaiting arraignment, police said. Suhaib Ayman Al Rifai, 32, was initially arrested after Nassau County Police responded to a burglary in progress at a Jefferson Street home in Franklin Square at 9:35 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, according to a release issued Sunday.  Fifth Precinct officers arrived to find Al Rifai sitting inside the home, and he was taken into custody without incident, detectives said. The 60-year-old woman's bedroom window had…

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15-Year-Old Killed, 3 Teens Shot In Early-Morning Albany Gunfire 15-Year-Old Killed, 3 Teens Shot In Early-Morning Albany Gunfire 15-Year-Old Killed, 3 Teens Shot In Early-Morning Albany Gunfire
15-Year-Old Killed, 3 Teens Shot In Early-Morning Albany Gunfire A 15-year-old boy was killed, and three other teenagers were wounded when gunfire erupted on an Albany street early Sunday morning, Oct. 4, police said. Albany Police officers responded to Hudson Avenue near Partridge Street around 2:40 a.m. following reports of a shooting, according to a release issued later Sunday. Officers arrived to find four victims suffering from gunshot wounds, police said. A 15-year-old boy was treated at the scene by the Albany Fire Department and emergency medical personnel but was pronounced dead. His name was being withheld pending notification of his family. …

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NY Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking Retirees in several Northeast states face some of the highest costs in the country, according to a new study. Retirement Living released its 2026 list of the most affordable states to retire, comparing all 50 states based on housing costs, everyday expenses, and tax-friendliness. The study looked at median rent for a one-bedroom home, median home sale prices, grocery spending, gas prices, and average Medicare Advantage premiums. Researchers also considered whether states tax Social Security benefits, along with income and property tax rates. "Affordability plays a major role in retire…

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Cops Needed For Paid Roles In Michael B. Jordan, Austin Butler Movie Cops Needed For Paid Roles In Michael B. Jordan, Austin Butler Movie Cops Needed For Paid Roles In Michael B. Jordan, Austin Butler Movie
Cops Needed For Paid Roles In Michael B. Jordan, Austin Butler Movie A new movie starring Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler is looking for people with law enforcement experience to play police officers during filming in New Jersey. Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking background actors for "Freefall," a Universal Pictures feature film set in the 1980s, according to a casting notice. Filming is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 15 and Friday, Oct. 16 in Wayne, and Monday, Oct. 26 in Newark. Another shoot is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30 in Brooklyn. The SAG rate is $241 for eight hours. A fitting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 6 or Wednesday, Oct. 7 in …

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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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New Italian American Museum Coming To Long Island New Italian American Museum Coming To Long Island New Italian American Museum Coming To Long Island
New Italian American Museum Coming To Long Island A new museum dedicated to Italian Americans is coming to Long Island. The museum will be located somewhere in Suffolk County and partner with the Italian American Museum in New York City, officials announced Thursday, Oct. 1. Details were light at Thursday’s announcement, with no location, budget, or timetable announced for opening the museum. But spirits were high. “We’re ushering in Italian Heritage Month with big news. Suffolk County will be home to an Italian American Heritage Museum,” Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine said. “The museum will reflect the contributions of Suffolk Count…

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Fourth Long Island High School Cancels Football Season After Injuries Pile Up Fourth Long Island High School Cancels Football Season After Injuries Pile Up Fourth Long Island High School Cancels Football Season After Injuries Pile Up
Fourth Long Island High School Cancels Football Season After Injuries Pile Up A fourth Long Island high school has canceled its football season in 2026. Jericho High School shut down the program after three games due to injuries, News 12 Long Island reported. School leaders said they no longer had enough players to safely field a team. Team leaders “tried hard to make it happen and unfortunately, season ending injuries such as torn ACLs, concussions and others caused safety concerns,” one injured player’s parent wrote on Facebook. Jericho went 0-3 in its three games and celebrated homecoming on Friday, Sept. 25. The school district shared an upbeat post focused on t…

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Dead Passengers, Fake Drivers: NJ Woman, Colombian Lover's $13M Scheme Unravels Dead Passengers, Fake Drivers: NJ Woman, Colombian Lover's $13M Scheme Unravels Dead Passengers, Fake Drivers: NJ Woman, Colombian Lover's $13M Scheme Unravels
Dead Passengers, Fake Drivers: NJ Woman, Colombian Lover's $13M Scheme Unravels Some of the passengers were dead. Some of the drivers had never driven a car. But a New Jersey woman and her Colombian lover apparently had no trouble taking taxpayers for a ride. For years, prosecutors say, Jael Watts, 45, of Alloway, operated Pearl Transit Corporation, a New Jersey-based company that purported to have drivers scattered across the country giving rides to elderly and disabled people while also conducting outreach for homeless Americans. Watts and Luis Pino-Copete, 42, of Bogota, Colombia, were convicted following a multi-week federal trial in Utica of orchestrating a spraw…

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Woman Stabbed, 88-Year-Old Beaten With Cane During Nassau County Attack, Police Say Woman Stabbed, 88-Year-Old Beaten With Cane During Nassau County Attack, Police Say Woman Stabbed, 88-Year-Old Beaten With Cane During Nassau County Attack, Police Say
Woman Stabbed, 88-Year-Old Beaten With Cane During Nassau County Attack, Police Say Two women, including an 88-year-old, were hospitalized after an argument inside a Long Island home escalated into a stabbing and assault with a flower pot and cane, police said. The violence unfolded at a residence on Empire Street in Elmont at about 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, according to Nassau County Police. A verbal argument involving 31-year-old Faheem Winstead and the two women, ages 58 and 88, turned physical, detectives said. Winstead stabbed the 58-year-old woman in the leg and struck her in the head with a flower pot, leaving her with a laceration, investigators said. He then br…

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Fashion CEO, Wife Found Shot Dead Outside California Residence Fashion CEO, Wife Found Shot Dead Outside California Residence Fashion CEO, Wife Found Shot Dead Outside California Residence
Fashion CEO, Wife Found Shot Dead Outside California Residence A fashion company CEO and his wife were found shot dead outside their California home, according to multiple reports. Neighbors identified the couple as Bryan and Michelle Walker, who built the women’s clothing brand, Bryn Walker.  They were found outside their home on Panoramic Way in Oakland, California, on Friday, Oct. 2, The Berkeley Scanner reported. Police had not publicly released their names when the Scanner published its report. Michelle was 63. Reports differed on Bryan’s age. A neighbor who heard gunfire discovered the couple around 10:45 a.m., according to the Scanner, ci…

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Fire Chiefs Pull Trapped Homeowner Through Window As Flames Rip Through Nassau County Home Fire Chiefs Pull Trapped Homeowner Through Window As Flames Rip Through Nassau County Home Fire Chiefs Pull Trapped Homeowner Through Window As Flames Rip Through Nassau County Home
Fire Chiefs Pull Trapped Homeowner Through Window As Flames Rip Through Nassau County Home A trapped homeowner was pulled through a window to safety as a well-advanced house fire tore through a Long Island home Saturday morning, Oct. 3, leaving the resident and a police officer hospitalized and three firefighters with minor injuries. The blaze broke out at 211 Hornbill Drive in North Hills shortly before 9:30 a.m., according to the Manhasset-Lakeville Volunteer Fire Department and Nassau County Police. Police listed the initial call at 9:26 a.m., while the fire department said its companies were dispatched at 9:27 a.m.  Arriving chiefs found flames coming from the home and c…

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E-Bike Stop Leads To 70 Heroin Envelopes, Arrest: Nassau County Police E-Bike Stop Leads To 70 Heroin Envelopes, Arrest: Nassau County Police E-Bike Stop Leads To 70 Heroin Envelopes, Arrest: Nassau County Police
E-Bike Stop Leads To 70 Heroin Envelopes, Arrest: Nassau County Police A routine e-bike stop on Long Island led to the discovery of 70 envelopes of suspected heroin and the arrest of a 47-year-old man, police announced Friday, Oct. 2. Nassau County Police Bureau of Special Operations officers spotted Thomas Coyle, of Seaford, riding an e-bike west on the sidewalk along Merrick Road at approximately 3:18 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the department. 1001261518.7O Officers activated their emergency lights and stopped Coyle near Merrick Road and Seaford Avenue, police said. During the investigation, officers allegedly found Coyle carrying 70 glassine envel…

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Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming
Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming Dr Pepper and 7UP are adding new twists to some familiar flavors. Keurig Dr Pepper announced Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float and 7UP Miami Vice in a news release on Monday, Oct. 5. The company unveiled its upcoming beverage lineup one day before the start of the 2026 National Association of Convenience Stores Show in Las Vegas. Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float blends the soda's signature 23 flavors with a vanilla ice cream flavor and notes of caramel and butterscotch. The new flavor will launch nationwide as a permanent offering in February 2027. The beverage will be available in regular…

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New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check
New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check Your freezer may hold products covered by an expanding food recall, giving shoppers another reason to check before taking a bite. Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., based in San Carlos, Chile, has expanded its recall of frozen organic berries over potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The expansion covers additional lots of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend and Organic Blueberries, both in 10-ounce packages, plus one lot of Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend in 12-ounce packages. The affected Great Value products …

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Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween
Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween Superheroes, Toy Story characters, and video game favorites are expected to be among the most popular Halloween costumes in 2026. Spirit Halloween released its annual costume trends on Thursday, Oct. 1. The Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey-based retailer said it follows trends throughout the year to see what will be the most popular costumes. The company especially looks at pop-culture categories like TV, movies, gaming, social media, and nostalgia. "People often ask how we predict Halloween trends," executive vice president Kym Sarkos said in a news release. "The realit…

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Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify
Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify Millions of Americans who paid fees to withdraw cash from certain ATMs could qualify for payouts in a $167.5 million Mastercard and Visa settlement. The credit card companies agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the payment networks of violating antitrust laws by preventing independent ATM operators from charging lower fees when transactions could be processed through cheaper competing networks. Consumers may qualify if they paid an ATM surcharge or access fee to withdraw cash from a deposit account at an independent ATM in the US between Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007, and …

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National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals
National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals Several major restaurant chains are offering special deals on a huge day for taco lovers. National Taco Day in 2026 falls on Tuesday, Oct. 6. The holiday was permanently moved to the first Tuesday of October in 2024 to always line up with "Taco Tuesday." The holiday itself began in San Antonio in the 1960s, according to National Day Calendar. Many companies revived the celebration in 2009. The history of tacos dates back centuries to Indigenous people in ancient Mexico. The first "taco feast" documented by Europeans was hosted by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés. The modern word "taco" …

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Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming
Dr Pepper, 7UP Reveal New Twists On Classic Sodas: See What's Coming Dr Pepper and 7UP are adding new twists to some familiar flavors. Keurig Dr Pepper announced Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float and 7UP Miami Vice in a news release on Monday, Oct. 5. The company unveiled its upcoming beverage lineup one day before the start of the 2026 National Association of Convenience Stores Show in Las Vegas. Dr Pepper Ice Cream Float blends the soda's signature 23 flavors with a vanilla ice cream flavor and notes of caramel and butterscotch. The new flavor will launch nationwide as a permanent offering in February 2027. The beverage will be available in regular…

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New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check
New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check Your freezer may hold products covered by an expanding food recall, giving shoppers another reason to check before taking a bite. Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., based in San Carlos, Chile, has expanded its recall of frozen organic berries over potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The expansion covers additional lots of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend and Organic Blueberries, both in 10-ounce packages, plus one lot of Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend in 12-ounce packages. The affected Great Value products …

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Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween
Most Trendy, Spooky Costumes Of 2026 Revealed By Spirit Halloween Superheroes, Toy Story characters, and video game favorites are expected to be among the most popular Halloween costumes in 2026. Spirit Halloween released its annual costume trends on Thursday, Oct. 1. The Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey-based retailer said it follows trends throughout the year to see what will be the most popular costumes. The company especially looks at pop-culture categories like TV, movies, gaming, social media, and nostalgia. "People often ask how we predict Halloween trends," executive vice president Kym Sarkos said in a news release. "The realit…

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Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify
Millions Who Paid ATM Fees Could Get Cash In $167.5M Settlement: See If You Qualify Millions of Americans who paid fees to withdraw cash from certain ATMs could qualify for payouts in a $167.5 million Mastercard and Visa settlement. The credit card companies agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit accusing the payment networks of violating antitrust laws by preventing independent ATM operators from charging lower fees when transactions could be processed through cheaper competing networks. Consumers may qualify if they paid an ATM surcharge or access fee to withdraw cash from a deposit account at an independent ATM in the US between Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007, and …

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National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals
National Taco Day 2026: Where To Score Free Tacos, Spicy Deals Several major restaurant chains are offering special deals on a huge day for taco lovers. National Taco Day in 2026 falls on Tuesday, Oct. 6. The holiday was permanently moved to the first Tuesday of October in 2024 to always line up with "Taco Tuesday." The holiday itself began in San Antonio in the 1960s, according to National Day Calendar. Many companies revived the celebration in 2009. The history of tacos dates back centuries to Indigenous people in ancient Mexico. The first "taco feast" documented by Europeans was hosted by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés. The modern word "taco" …

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by Chris Spiker

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Gatorade Recall: Specific Flavors, Bottle Codes Flagged By NY-Based Pepsico Gatorade Recall: Specific Flavors, Bottle Codes Flagged By NY-Based Pepsico Gatorade Recall: Specific Flavors, Bottle Codes Flagged By NY-Based Pepsico
Gatorade Recall: Specific Flavors, Bottle Codes Flagged By Ny-based Pepsico More than 122,000 cases of Gatorade are being recalled, giving shoppers across dozens of states a reason to check their bottles. PepsiCo Inc. is recalling 122,021 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade because they contain undeclared Yellow No. 5 and/or Yellow No. 6, according to the FDA enforcement report. The New York-based company is located in Purchase, in Westchester County. The recall covers four varieties: Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange, and Gatorade Orange Zero. The drinks were distributed in 37 states, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Cal…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Karoline Leavitt Lands New Fox News Role After Leaving Trump's White House Karoline Leavitt Lands New Fox News Role After Leaving Trump's White House Karoline Leavitt Lands New Fox News Role After Leaving Trump's White House
Karoline Leavitt Lands New Fox News Role After Leaving Trump's White House Former White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has revealed her next major role after leaving President Donald Trump's administration. Leavitt will join Fox News as an on-air contributor, The New York Times reported on Monday, Oct. 5. The 29-year-old is expected to appear on programs across the conservative network, including both news and opinion shows. The Atkinson, New Hampshire, native is expected to begin her Fox News tenure on Sunday, Nov. 1. "Karoline's firsthand experience in the White House and on the presidential campaign trail gives her a distinct understanding of…

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by Chris Spiker
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Dennis Hastert Dies: Record Speakership Overshadowed By Teen Sexual Abuse Scandal Dennis Hastert Dies: Record Speakership Overshadowed By Teen Sexual Abuse Scandal Dennis Hastert Dies: Record Speakership Overshadowed By Teen Sexual Abuse Scandal
Dennis Hastert Dies: Record Speakership Overshadowed By Teen Sexual Abuse Scandal A former House speaker whose Washington career ended in disgrace has died, leaving a legacy overshadowed by the secrets he tried to bury. Dennis Hastert was 84. Authorities in Kendall County, Illinois, confirmed Monday, Oct. 5, that he died at home over the weekend from natural causes. The Illinois Republican served as speaker from 1999 to 2007, becoming the longest-serving Republican in the role. His criminal downfall came years after he left Congress. Hastert pleaded guilty in 2015 to illegally structuring cash withdrawals to evade federal reporting requirements. US District Judge Thoma…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning
Nationwide Recall: Salmonella Concerns Trigger Shopper Warning Salmonella concerns have triggered a nationwide recall of a vegetable-growing product, with buyers urged to toss it and seek refunds. EAK Distribution LLC, based in Casper, Wyoming, is recalling Home Grown Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, Heirloom, in 8-ounce packages, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The seeds were sold through Amazon to consumers nationwide between Thursday, Aug. 20, and Friday, Sept. 18. The recalled product comes in a cream-colored pouch with UPC 850056627443. Production lot code AUG172026 is embossed on the top seal. Consumers…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US
Early Flu Concerns Grow As Activity Climbs Across Parts Of US Flu activity is picking up as fall gets underway, putting this year’s protection timing in focus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says flu activity remains low nationally but is increasing. Its FluView report for the week ending Saturday, Sept. 26, provides a snapshot of that trend. Clinical laboratories reported that 3.4 percent of tested respiratory specimens were positive for influenza. Flu diagnoses accounted for 0.4 percent of emergency department visits in a separate surveillance system. Those figures show flu is circulating, but they do not establish that a widespread…

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