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'Grey’s Anatomy' Star Ellen Pompeo's New Hulu Show Films In Hudson Valley — Here's Where 'Grey’s Anatomy' Star Ellen Pompeo's New Hulu Show Films In Hudson Valley — Here's Where 'Grey’s Anatomy' Star Ellen Pompeo's New Hulu Show Films In Hudson Valley — Here's Where
'Grey’s Anatomy' Star Ellen Pompeo's New Hulu Show Films In Hudson Valley — Here's Where Part of Westchester County will serve as a backdrop for scenes in a new Hulu pilot starring "Grey's Anatomy" star Ellen Pompeo.   The pilot, “Chicks,” filmed in Getty Square earlier in September, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced on Wednesday, Sept. 30.  "Chicks" is a family dramedy pilot starring Pompeo and Jodie Whittaker as Chickie and Doreen, estranged half-sisters living in the rapidly gentrifying neighborhoods of old Boston, Deadline reported. After their “wise guy” father dies, the sisters are left with a legacy of small-time crime rather than a traditional inheri…

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Two-Year Check Fraud Investigation In Hudson Valley Ends In NYC Man’s Arrest: Police Two-Year Check Fraud Investigation In Hudson Valley Ends In NYC Man’s Arrest: Police Two-Year Check Fraud Investigation In Hudson Valley Ends In NYC Man’s Arrest: Police
Two-Year Check Fraud Investigation In Hudson Valley Ends In NYC Man’s Arrest: Police A two-year investigation into check fraud in the Hudson Valley has finally led to the arrest of a New York City man, police said Monday, Sept. 28. Eric Balko, 36, of Jamaica, Queens, was arrested Wednesday, Sept. 23, New York State Police said. The case began Aug. 23, 2024, when an employee of Ulster Savings Bank reported the same individual cashed multiple checks at different bank branches, state troopers said. The scheme led to “substantial monetary loss,” police said. Balko was charged with third-degree grand larceny, second-degree possession of a forged instrument, and second-degree of…

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Family IDs Mother Of 3 Killed In Head-On Garbage Truck Crash In Hudson Valley Family IDs Mother Of 3 Killed In Head-On Garbage Truck Crash In Hudson Valley Family IDs Mother Of 3 Killed In Head-On Garbage Truck Crash In Hudson Valley
Family IDs Mother Of 3 Killed In Head-On Garbage Truck Crash In Hudson Valley The 38-year-old woman killed in a head-on crash with a garbage truck in Rockland County this week has been identified by her family as a devoted mother of three.  Evelin Landa of Suffern died in the crash on Route 202 near Wilder Road in Wesley Hills on Monday, Sept. 28, according to her brother, Leonel Leal.  She leaves behind three children, ages 16, 9, and 6, her family said.  As previously reported by Daily Voice, the crash happened at around 10:35 a.m. when Landa's sedan and a garbage truck collided head-on, according to Ramapo Police.  Landa was pronounced d…

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NY Cocaine Ring Used 'Pizza,' 'Pies' As Drug Codes In Hudson Valley: AG James NY Cocaine Ring Used 'Pizza,' 'Pies' As Drug Codes In Hudson Valley: AG James NY Cocaine Ring Used 'Pizza,' 'Pies' As Drug Codes In Hudson Valley: AG James
NY Cocaine Ring Used 'Pizza,' 'Pies' As Drug Codes In Hudson Valley: AG James Ten people have been charged in a cocaine trafficking operation that authorities say supplied drugs throughout Orange and Ulster counties, sometimes using terms such as “pizza,” “pies,” and “water” as code for narcotics. The ten defendants face a combined 153 charges following an investigation led by the New York Attorney General's Organized Crime Task Force, Attorney General Letitia James announced on Wednesday, Sept. 30.  Investigators found more than one kilogram of cocaine with an estimated street value of $30,000, along with more than $12,500 in drug proceeds, according to the Att…

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12-, 15-Year-Olds Force Way Into Cake, Coffee Shops In Hudson Valley, Steal Property: Police 12-, 15-Year-Olds Force Way Into Cake, Coffee Shops In Hudson Valley, Steal Property: Police 12-, 15-Year-Olds Force Way Into Cake, Coffee Shops In Hudson Valley, Steal Property: Police
12-, 15-Year-Olds Force Way Into Cake, Coffee Shops In Hudson Valley, Steal Property: Police Two children have been arrested in connection with a burglary that targeted two businesses operating out of the same building in Orange County, police said.  The 12- and 15-year-old Newburgh residents were arrested on Thursday, Sept. 24, in connection with the burglary of Hudson Valley Cheesecake and Triple Shot Coffee at 257 Liberty St. in Newburgh, the city's police department announced on Wednesday, Sept. 30. The break-in happened during the night of Sept. 8, according to police. Officers were called to the building at around 11 a.m. the following morning and learned that two p…

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Decision To Not Arrest Trio Yelling At Dutchess County Building Prompts Favoritism Concerns Decision To Not Arrest Trio Yelling At Dutchess County Building Prompts Favoritism Concerns Decision To Not Arrest Trio Yelling At Dutchess County Building Prompts Favoritism Concerns
Decision To Not Arrest Trio Yelling At Dutchess County Building Prompts Favoritism Concerns Police are defending their decision not to arrest three people during a disturbance outside a Dutchess County building, saying de-escalation efforts have prompted concerns from some community members about favoritism and police inaction.  The incident happened outside the county building at 223 Main St. in Beacon at around 3:40 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28, according to a statement from Police Chief Thomas Figlia on Wednesday, Sept. 30. Figlia said the department normally does not issue public statements about violation-level offenses but decided to address this incident because it had “app…

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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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Nor'easter Uncovers Possible 19th-Century Shipwreck Remains Nor'easter Uncovers Possible 19th-Century Shipwreck Remains Nor'easter Uncovers Possible 19th-Century Shipwreck Remains
Nor'easter Uncovers Possible 19th-Century Shipwreck Remains A powerful nor'easter uncovered what's believed to be a large piece of a ship that wrecked more than 140 years ago. The storm exposed wooden wreckage along the south shore of Nantucket, Massachusetts, on Saturday, Sept. 26. The remains are believed to be from the Warren Sawyer, a three-masted wooden schooner that sank off the island's coast in December 1884. The discovery was first reported by the Nantucket Current on Saturday, Sept. 26. Jason Graziadei, the newspaper's editor-in-chief, spotted the large wooden beams held together by iron fastenings near Miacomet Beach. …

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$270M Project To Protect Hudson Line From Floods, Mudslides: MTA Officials $270M Project To Protect Hudson Line From Floods, Mudslides: MTA Officials $270M Project To Protect Hudson Line From Floods, Mudslides: MTA Officials
$270M Project To Protect Hudson Line From Floods, Mudslides: MTA Officials A major project aimed at protecting Metro-North's Hudson Line from flooding, mudslides, and other extreme weather is moving forward, with nearly $20 million awarded to begin designing the improvements.  The MTA announced this week that it awarded a $19.7 million design contract for work along the Hudson Line between Spuyten Duyvil in the Bronx and Hastings-on-Hudson.  The project is part of a broader $800 million resiliency effort included in the MTA's 2025-2029 Capital Plan, MTA officials said. The specific project moving into design is expected to cost $270 million and will…

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Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’ Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’ Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’
Woman Killed In NY Car Crash Identified, Was Lifelong Advocate For Others: ‘Wonderful Person’ The woman killed in a car crash in Albany earlier this week was identified Thursday, Sept. 24 by police. Judith Avner, 74, of Delmar, was killed in the one-car crash Tuesday, Sept. 22 near Route 85, the Albany Police Department said. Avner was involved throughout the Capital Region community, working with the Brain Injury Association of New York State and her local synagogue at Congregation Ohav Shalom. “Judy was a dedicated leader and a passionate advocate for people and families affected by brain injury,” BIANYS wrote Thursday in a Facebook post. “Her energy, determination, warmth, and c…

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College Student Survives 8-Story Fall While Dancing On Sofa College Student Survives 8-Story Fall While Dancing On Sofa College Student Survives 8-Story Fall While Dancing On Sofa
College Student Survives 8-Story Fall While Dancing On Sofa A 21-year-old University of Georgia senior survived a fall from an eighth-floor apartment window after apparently striking a metal bench on the way down, police said. Kristen Sargent fell at Rambler Athens Apartments at 558 W. Broad St. around 7:37 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, according to an Athens-Clarke County Police Department field case report.  The incident happened just after the Georgia Bulldogs had won a game against the Oklahoma Sooners, Sargent's father, Richard Sargent, told WSB-TV. Richard said he later heard his daughter talking to one of her friends: “Hey, I'm alive. I…

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Man Hits Patrol Car, Injures Officer During NY Arrest — Then Tries Biting Police, Cops Say Man Hits Patrol Car, Injures Officer During NY Arrest — Then Tries Biting Police, Cops Say Man Hits Patrol Car, Injures Officer During NY Arrest — Then Tries Biting Police, Cops Say
Man Hits Patrol Car, Injures Officer During NY Arrest — Then Tries Biting Police, Cops Say A man is facing several charges after police say he fled a traffic stop in Orange County and then injured an officer while resisting arrest — and later tried to spit at and bite officers at the station.  Bronx resident Omar Overstreet, 28, was arrested following the incident on Tuesday morning, Sept. 29, the City of Newburgh Police Department announced on Wednesday, Sept. 30. The incident began at around 1:11 a.m., when a sergeant saw a red Dodge on South William Street with its driver's-side brake light out, according to police. When the sergeant tried to stop the Dodge, the departme…

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Duo Left Victim With Brain Injuries After NY Motel Beating: Here's Their Fates Duo Left Victim With Brain Injuries After NY Motel Beating: Here's Their Fates Duo Left Victim With Brain Injuries After NY Motel Beating: Here's Their Fates
Duo Left Victim With Brain Injuries After NY Motel Beating: Here's Their Fates Two men convicted in a brutal beating at a Sullivan County motel that left a victim with a fractured face and bleeding in his brain have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms.  Richard Olsen, 40, of Liberty, was sentenced to 15 years in prison, while Jonathan Nipitella, 45, of Kiamesha Lake, received 14 years, Sullivan County District Attorney Brian P. Conaty announced on Tuesday, Sept. 29.  As previously reported by Daily Voice, the case stemmed from an attack on Dylan Pascariello at the Knights Inn in Liberty on March 28, 2025.  Prosecutors said Olsen and Nipitella took p…

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Target Slashes Prices On Nearly 2K Items Amid Inflation Pressure Target Slashes Prices On Nearly 2K Items Amid Inflation Pressure Target Slashes Prices On Nearly 2K Items Amid Inflation Pressure
Target Slashes Prices On Nearly 2K Items Amid Inflation Pressure Target is cutting prices on nearly 2,000 items as families continue tightening their budgets amid stubborn inflation and economic stress. The retailer announced the latest round of price reductions in a news release on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The cuts cover clothing and shoes for women, men, infants, and toddlers, along with bedding and other home products. Some items are now priced at least 20% lower than in the fall of 2025, according to Target. "Guests are looking for great products at an incredible value, and that's an important part of what we aim to deliver every day," said chief me…

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Yonkers Man Charged With Murder Of His Father: Police Yonkers Man Charged With Murder Of His Father: Police Yonkers Man Charged With Murder Of His Father: Police
Yonkers Man Charged With Murder Of His Father: Police A Yonkers man has been charged with murder after police say he fatally stabbed his 61-year-old father inside a home before fleeing. Rami Ahmad, 31, was charged with second-degree murder in the death of Hekmat Ahmad, Yonkers police said. Officers responded to 102 Smart Ave. in Yonkers around 7:45 a.m. Monday, Sept. 28, on a report of a stabbing, police said. They found Hekmat Ahmad suffering from apparent stab wounds. Officers and medical personnel performed CPR before he was taken to Westchester Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, police said. Investigators determined Hekmat…

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Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List
Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List Dozens of Starbucks cafés across the Northeast have closed as the coffee giant moves ahead with a major restructuring plan. StarbucksEverywhere.net, a website tracking the chain's locations, published a list of the roughly 250 locations closing in late September. Starbucks announced plans to shutter the North American cafés on Thursday, Sept. 24. The shutdowns are part of the company's ongoing "Back to Starbucks" plan, which is focused on improving the customer experience. Starbucks is in the middle of a major remodeling push, upgrading more than 1,000 coffeehouses since late 2025…

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Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu
Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu Dunkin' is getting into the Halloween spirit with a new lineup of spooky drinks. The coffee chain launched its Halloween menu on Wednesday, Sept. 30. The limited-time lineup is available nationwide at participating Dunkin' locations while supplies last. The menu is led by the new Green Apple Dunkin' Zero, a zero-sugar energy drink made with green apple flavor and sparkling water. Dunkin' is also using the drink as the base for three other new options: Midnight Apple Dunkin' Zero with blackberry flavor, Candy Kiss Dunkin' Zero with mango flavor, and Orchard Twist Dunkin' Zero with peach…

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Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report
Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report Pop-Tarts is ending its controversial BuzzBallz collaboration over concerns that the canned cocktails could appeal to children, according to a report. Parent company Mars Inc. has canceled all planned marketing for the limited-edition Pop-Tarts BuzzBallz, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Mars also confirmed that the drinks are no longer being produced. BuzzBallz, owned by Sazerac Co., is known for premixed cocktails sold in brightly colored, ball-shaped cans. The Pop-Tarts versions featured blue branding similar to the pastry's packaging. The drinks contained 15% alc…

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New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products
New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products A packaged food product distributed across several states is now the focus of a federal recall, prompting consumers to check their pantries. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Friday, Sept. 25, that Sempio Food Services Inc. is recalling about 4,596 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken stew imported from the Republic of Korea without receiving required import reinspection. The recall involves 31.75-ounce pouches, packaged in cardboard boxes, of “Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew Classic” and “Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew Rich.” The products wer…

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Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans
Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is combining two of its signature menu items in a new sandwich with a sweet twist. The chain announced the new Honey Chicken Biscuit in a news release on Monday, Sept. 28. The sandwich is available nationwide at participating restaurants. The $5 sandwich features Popeyes chicken served on a larger version of the chain's buttermilk biscuit with two packets of honey sauce. "At Popeyes, quality and bold flavor guide everything we do, and we're always looking for new ways to bring our most iconic items together," said chief marketing officer Matt Rubin. "The Honey Chi…

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Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List
Starbucks Closes NY Cafés Amid Major Overhaul: See Full List Dozens of Starbucks cafés across the Northeast have closed as the coffee giant moves ahead with a major restructuring plan. StarbucksEverywhere.net, a website tracking the chain's locations, published a list of the roughly 250 locations closing in late September. Starbucks announced plans to shutter the North American cafés on Thursday, Sept. 24. The shutdowns are part of the company's ongoing "Back to Starbucks" plan, which is focused on improving the customer experience. Starbucks is in the middle of a major remodeling push, upgrading more than 1,000 coffeehouses since late 2025…

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Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu
Dunkin' Enters 'New Territory' With Latest Drinks Joining Halloween Menu Dunkin' is getting into the Halloween spirit with a new lineup of spooky drinks. The coffee chain launched its Halloween menu on Wednesday, Sept. 30. The limited-time lineup is available nationwide at participating Dunkin' locations while supplies last. The menu is led by the new Green Apple Dunkin' Zero, a zero-sugar energy drink made with green apple flavor and sparkling water. Dunkin' is also using the drink as the base for three other new options: Midnight Apple Dunkin' Zero with blackberry flavor, Candy Kiss Dunkin' Zero with mango flavor, and Orchard Twist Dunkin' Zero with peach…

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Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report
Pop-Tarts Ends Boozy BuzzBallz Partnership Over Underage Drinking Concerns: Report Pop-Tarts is ending its controversial BuzzBallz collaboration over concerns that the canned cocktails could appeal to children, according to a report. Parent company Mars Inc. has canceled all planned marketing for the limited-edition Pop-Tarts BuzzBallz, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Mars also confirmed that the drinks are no longer being produced. BuzzBallz, owned by Sazerac Co., is known for premixed cocktails sold in brightly colored, ball-shaped cans. The Pop-Tarts versions featured blue branding similar to the pastry's packaging. The drinks contained 15% alc…

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by Chris Spiker
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New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products
New Recall Targets Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products A packaged food product distributed across several states is now the focus of a federal recall, prompting consumers to check their pantries. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Friday, Sept. 25, that Sempio Food Services Inc. is recalling about 4,596 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken stew imported from the Republic of Korea without receiving required import reinspection. The recall involves 31.75-ounce pouches, packaged in cardboard boxes, of “Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew Classic” and “Sempio Korean Ginseng Chicken Stew Rich.” The products wer…

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Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans
Popeyes Launches New Sandwich With Special Twist Inspired By Fans Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is combining two of its signature menu items in a new sandwich with a sweet twist. The chain announced the new Honey Chicken Biscuit in a news release on Monday, Sept. 28. The sandwich is available nationwide at participating restaurants. The $5 sandwich features Popeyes chicken served on a larger version of the chain's buttermilk biscuit with two packets of honey sauce. "At Popeyes, quality and bold flavor guide everything we do, and we're always looking for new ways to bring our most iconic items together," said chief marketing officer Matt Rubin. "The Honey Chi…

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TSA Makes Huge Checkpoint Change Affecting Agents Nationwide: Reports TSA Makes Huge Checkpoint Change Affecting Agents Nationwide: Reports TSA Makes Huge Checkpoint Change Affecting Agents Nationwide: Reports
TSA Makes Huge Checkpoint Change Affecting Agents Nationwide: Reports Transportation Security Administration agents checking boarding passes and identification won't be allowed to sit while working at checkpoints nationwide, according to reports. TSA is removing chairs from travel document checker podiums at airport security entrances, CNN reported on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The change has already started at most commercial airports, according to the American Federation of Government Employees, which represents TSA screeners. The union said it learned about the decision from its members and criticized the move as a "disregard for workers' rights and safe…

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NJ Rep Intentionally Got Pregnant Despite Facing 17 Years In Prison NJ Rep Intentionally Got Pregnant Despite Facing 17 Years In Prison NJ Rep Intentionally Got Pregnant Despite Facing 17 Years In Prison
NJ Rep Intentionally Got Pregnant Despite Facing 17 Years In Prison New Jersey Rep. LaMonica McIver isn't putting her life on hold. The Newark Democrat says she made the decision to get pregnant despite facing federal charges that could carry up to 17 years in prison if convicted. “People might find it crazy that even though I’m facing 17 years in prison, I made the decision to get pregnant," she said on X this week. "But, at the end of the day, this is something I couldn’t let be consumed by this administration. I refuse to let them take my joy or my future.” McIver's second child with husband Khalif Thomas comes as she continues fighting a three-count fe…

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College Hockey Player On Life Support As Teammates Flag Workout Safety Concerns College Hockey Player On Life Support As Teammates Flag Workout Safety Concerns College Hockey Player On Life Support As Teammates Flag Workout Safety Concerns
College Hockey Player On Life Support As Teammates Flag Workout Safety Concerns A college hockey player is on life support after collapsing during a team workout, and teammates are challenging the school’s account of what happened, according to multiple reports. Matthew Mayich, 21, collapsed Thursday, Aug. 20, at Arizona State University’s Sun Angel Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.  His family’s attorney, Rob Carey, said he suffered exertional heatstroke and is unlikely to recover, KJZZ in Tempe reported. The 6-foot-3, 205-pound sophomore defenseman from Stoney Creek, Ontario, was selected by the St. Louis Blues in the sixth round of the 2023 NHL draft. Seven teammate…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Papal Pep Talk: MLB Team Receives Leo’s Letter Right Before Big Playoff Win Papal Pep Talk: MLB Team Receives Leo’s Letter Right Before Big Playoff Win Papal Pep Talk: MLB Team Receives Leo’s Letter Right Before Big Playoff Win
Papal Pep Talk: MLB Team Receives Leo’s Letter Right Before Big Playoff Win A Major League Baseball team received rare encouragement from the Vatican before opening the playoffs with a win. Pope Leo XIV’s letter to Chicago White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf arrived Tuesday, Sept. 29, ahead of the team’s postseason opener, according to the club. The White Sox then defeated the Houston Astros, 6-3, in Game 1 of their American League wild-card series. The Chicago-born pontiff is a lifelong White Sox fan. His message, however, focused on something bigger than the scoreboard. The letter acknowledged the team’s tribute at Rate Field on Tuesday, Aug. 11, when a sold-out…

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New Details Emerge In Sudden Deaths Of 2 College Students At Ole Miss New Details Emerge In Sudden Deaths Of 2 College Students At Ole Miss New Details Emerge In Sudden Deaths Of 2 College Students At Ole Miss
New Details Emerge In Sudden Deaths Of 2 College Students At Ole Miss New information has been released after the sudden deaths of two Ole Miss students, though investigators are still working to determine what killed them. Aidan Hamilton, 18, and Robert Strang, 20, died Monday, Sept. 21. Hamilton was a freshman from Englewood, Colorado, and Strang was a junior from Atlanta, as Daily Voice previously reported. Hamilton was found unresponsive on campus, while Strang died off campus. Related report: Names, Hometowns Released Of 2 Out-Of-State Students Who Died Suddenly At Ole Miss Court records describe pills recovered from both locations and purchases inve…

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