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Man Caught Stealing From Gourmet Grocery Store In Westchester: Police Man Caught Stealing From Gourmet Grocery Store In Westchester: Police
Man Caught Stealing From Gourmet Grocery Store In Westchester: Police A 48-year-old man was arrested after police said he stole more than $100 worth of merchandise from a grocery store in Northern Westchester. Mount Kisco resident Dimitri Chitrekashvili, 48, was arrested following an investigation into a reported larceny at Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace in Yorktown, the Yorktown Police Department announced on Monday, July 27. Authorities allege that Chitrekashvili stole $105.42 worth of merchandise from the store before leaving without paying. Police charged Chitrekashvili with petit larceny. He was issued an appearance ticket and released on his own rec…

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by Ben Crnic
News
Oven Odor Forces Northeast-Bound American Airlines Flight To Divert Oven Odor Forces Northeast-Bound American Airlines Flight To Divert
Oven Odor Forces Northeast-Bound American Airlines Flight To Divert An American Airlines flight from Italy to Philadelphia was diverted due to an odor from an onboard oven, according to reports. Flight 719 was forced to change course on Saturday, July 25, FlightAware data said. The plane left Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and landed at Dublin Airport in Ireland. The flight was carrying 281 passengers and 12 crew members at the time of the diversion, USA Today reported. Paramedics evaluated flight attendants and one passenger at the gate before they were released. American provided free hotel accommodations for passen…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
5 Firefighters Hospitalized After Blaze Damages Fire Station, Equipment In Hudson Valley 5 Firefighters Hospitalized After Blaze Damages Fire Station, Equipment In Hudson Valley
5 Firefighters Hospitalized After Blaze Damages Fire Station, Equipment In Hudson Valley An Orange County firehouse was damaged in an early morning blaze that also affected firefighting equipment.  The blaze happened at the Coldenham Firehouse in Montgomery on Coldenham Road at around 3:15 a.m. on Tuesday morning, July 28, according to Orange County Emergency Services.  Responding firefighters soon found flames coming from the building's garage bays and began trying to save some equipment to use to fight the blaze.  Officials said the fire caused extensive damage to the firehouse as well as multiple pieces of firefighting apparatus that had been inside…

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by Ben Crnic
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Milania Guidice's BFF Dies In Fall At Florida Landmark Milania Guidice's BFF Dies In Fall At Florida Landmark
Milania Guidice's BFF Dies In Fall At Florida Landmark Victoria Zardoya, a college student from North Jersey who was best friends with Milania Guidice, died after a fall while visiting Florida with friends, loved ones announced on social media. A statement shared by Victoria Silberbusch at the request of the Zardoya's family said the 20-year-old was seriously injured Friday, July 24, while exploring the historic ruins at Fort Dade on Egmont Key. Zardoya moments before she died. Victoria Sillerbusch "We had actually been getting ready to leave and head to another spot when it all happened... Everything changed in a matter of seconds,"&nb…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Starbucks Adding Citrus Twist To Summer 2026 Menu: See What's New Starbucks Adding Citrus Twist To Summer 2026 Menu: See What's New
Starbucks Adding Citrus Twist To Summer 2026 Menu: See What's New Starbucks is adding citrus to its summer menu with a new lineup of Orange Cream drinks. The coffeehouse chain launched the limited-time collection on Tuesday, July 28. The new beverages combine tangerine and mandarin flavors with sweet vanilla notes. The Orange Cream flavor will be available in cold brew, espresso, matcha, chai, and Frappuccino blended beverages. "For many people, orange cream is associated with the feeling of summer," said Starbucks beverage developer Kris Murray. "It can evoke childhood nostalgia and familiar moments like enjoying freezer pops, peeling oranges,…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Box Truck Slams Into Pole In Front Of Walmart In Hudson Valley, Driver Injured Box Truck Slams Into Pole In Front Of Walmart In Hudson Valley, Driver Injured
Box Truck Slams Into Pole In Front Of Walmart In Hudson Valley, Driver Injured A truck driver was injured after crashing into a pole in front of a Walmart in Rockland County.  The crash happened on Monday afternoon, July 27, when a box truck hit a utility pole on Route 59 in front of the Walmart in Airmont, according to Ramapo Police. Firefighters used specialized equipment to rescue the driver from the wreckage, police said. The driver sustained minor injuries.  Police did not say what caused the crash. 

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Unknown Man Pulls Woman To Ground, Forcibly Touches Her In Westchester — Cops Investigating Unknown Man Pulls Woman To Ground, Forcibly Touches Her In Westchester — Cops Investigating
Unknown Man Pulls Woman To Ground, Forcibly Touches Her In Westchester — Cops Investigating Police in Westchester County are searching for a suspect accused of knocking a woman to the ground and forcibly touching her.  The incident happened at around 1:20 a.m. on Sunday, July 26, in the area of Florence Street and Halstead Avenue in the Village of Mamaroneck, according to the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department.  Police said three women were walking home after leaving a local establishment when an unknown man approached one of them from behind and grabbed her.  According to investigators, the suspect forced the victim to the ground and forcibly touched her befo…

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by Ben Crnic
Weather
Flood Watch In Westchester: Drivers Should Watch Out For Fast-Flowing Waters, Officials Say Flood Watch In Westchester: Drivers Should Watch Out For Fast-Flowing Waters, Officials Say
Flood Watch In Westchester: Drivers Should Watch Out For Fast-Flowing Waters, Officials Say A Flood Watch has been issued for Westchester County as forecasters warn that a slow-moving storm system could bring repeated rounds of heavy rain capable of triggering dangerous flash flooding.  The National Weather Service said the Flood Watch is in effect from 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28, through Wednesday evening, July 29, for southern Westchester County and surrounding areas.   Forecasters said a strengthening low-pressure system will move slowly across the Northeast, producing multiple rounds of heavy showers and thunderstorms from Tuesday through Thursday. Because of th…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds
This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds A simple change of scenery may offer a surprisingly fast reset when the day starts feeling overwhelming. Ten quiet minutes in a restored forest while listening to recorded birdsong produced the lowest stress ratings and the most positive feelings in a study of 106 North Carolina State University students. The research was published in the journal Environmental Conservation and summarized by StudyFinds. Researchers tested four combinations of surroundings and sound. Participants visited a restored forest along a creek and a gray, built-up location outside the university’s student union. At…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Dangerous Downpours: Here's Where Slow-Moving Storm Will Unload Heaviest Rainfall Dangerous Downpours: Here's Where Slow-Moving Storm Will Unload Heaviest Rainfall
Dangerous Downpours: Here's Where Slow-Moving Storm Will Unload Heaviest Rainfall The Northeast’s next storm will not be in a hurry, and the places trapped beneath it could pay a steep price. A strengthening, slow-moving system will bring repeated downpours and thunderstorms from Tuesday, July 28, through Thursday, July 30, according to the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center placed parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut under a Moderate Risk for excessive rainfall Tuesday and Tuesday night. The designation is Level 3 on the agency’s four-level scale. A broader Slight Risk extends from parts of the Mid-Atlantic into N…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Food Safety Fears Are Reshaping Americans' Eating Habits: What To Know Food Safety Fears Are Reshaping Americans' Eating Habits: What To Know
Food Safety Fears Are Reshaping Americans' Eating Habits: What To Know A fast-growing parasite outbreak is no longer just changing public-health numbers. It is changing what Americans put on their plates. Four in 10 Americans are buying or eating less fresh produce because of the Cyclospora outbreak, according to a CBS News/YouGov survey released Sunday, July 26. Women were slightly more likely than men to report cutting back. Older adults were also more likely than younger people to change their habits. Those following the outbreak very closely were especially likely to say they were buying or eating less produce. A sizable share of Americans says th…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Recall Of 19M Eggs Expands To These 17 States, Including NY Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Recall Of 19M Eggs Expands To These 17 States, Including NY
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Recall Of 19M Eggs Expands To These 17 States, Including NY A food recall already measured in millions has taken on a more troubling dimension as illnesses appear far beyond its confirmed distribution zone. The US Food and Drug Administration says that 98 people across 17 states have been infected with an outbreak strain of Salmonella linked in part to recalled shell eggs. At least 26 people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. Cases have been identified in: Arizona California Colorado Georgia Illinois Louisiana Michigan Mississippi Missouri Nevada New Mexico New York North Carolina Oklahoma South Carolina Texas West Virginia …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
US Measles Surge Reaches Level Not Seen In 35 Years: States Hit Hardest US Measles Surge Reaches Level Not Seen In 35 Years: States Hit Hardest
US Measles Surge Reaches Level Not Seen In 35 Years: States Hit Hardest A disease the US eliminated more than a quarter-century ago is roaring back at a level not seen in a generation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Friday, July 24, that 2,318 confirmed measles cases had been recorded across the US as of Thursday, July 23. The total is the nation’s highest since 1991. It has already surpassed the 2,289 cases reported during all of 2025. Cases involving US residents have been reported across 45 jurisdictions. Another 16 infections involved international visitors. South Carolina leads the country with 670 confirmed cases, followed by…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
JetBlue Makes Major Changes To How You Book Flights: See What's New JetBlue Makes Major Changes To How You Book Flights: See What's New
JetBlue Makes Major Changes To How You Book Flights: See What's New JetBlue Airways is changing how travelers book flights as it prepares to launch a new domestic first-class option. The New York-based airline announced on Monday, July 27, that it will begin rolling out what it called a simpler shopping system. Customers will first choose their onboard experience before selecting a fare based on price and flexibility. Travelers will be able to choose from four classes: Main, EvenMore, BlueFirst, and Mint. "With the introduction of BlueFirst and our recently improved EvenMore experience, we want to make sure customers can easily find the JetBlue experi…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Full Buck Moon Starts Countdown To Rare Sky Show: When To Watch Full Buck Moon Starts Countdown To Rare Sky Show: When To Watch
Full Buck Moon Starts Countdown To Rare Sky Show: When To Watch The summer sky is preparing a three-act show, starting with a familiar sight that may look anything but ordinary. July’s Full Buck Moon reaches peak illumination at 10:36 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, July 29. The Moon will be below the horizon across the Northeast at that moment. The best practical viewing windows will come after sunset on Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday. Skywatchers should look toward the southeast as the Moon rises. Local moonrise times vary, so viewers can check the Almanac’s calculator for their ZIP code. The Moon may appear unusually large while hovering near the horizon. …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Nation's Best States Ranked In New Study: See Where NY Landed Nation's Best States Ranked In New Study: See Where NY Landed
Nation's Best States Ranked In New Study: See Where NY Landed Several Northeast states were ranked among the nation's best overall places to live, according to a new study. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best States rankings on Tuesday, July 28. The study ranked all 50 states using 71 metrics covering healthcare, education, economy, infrastructure, opportunity, fiscal stability, crime & corrections, and natural environment. The rankings measure how well states serve their residents through a range of factors. "The U.S. News & World Report Best States rankings serve as a critical tool for understanding what drives long-ter…

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by Chris Spiker
Weather
Slow-Moving Rounds Of Strong Storms Will Bring Flash Flooding, Damaging Winds: Update Slow-Moving Rounds Of Strong Storms Will Bring Flash Flooding, Damaging Winds: Update
Slow-Moving Rounds Of Strong Storms Will Bring Flash Flooding, Damaging Winds: Update The week’s quiet opening will be short-lived as a slow-moving system lines up a one-two punch for the Northeast. Click here for a new, updated story - Dangerous Downpours: Here's Where Slow-Moving Storm Will Unload Heaviest Rainfall Damaging-wind and flash-flood threats will accompany the potent system on Tuesday, July 28, and continue into Wednesday, July 29. The National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center placed portions of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast under a Slight Risk for excessive rainfall on both Tuesday and Wednesday. A cold front, strengthening low pressure, and deep …

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Woman Busted With 51 Pounds Of Marijuana On I-84 In Hudson Valley: Sheriff Woman Busted With 51 Pounds Of Marijuana On I-84 In Hudson Valley: Sheriff
Woman Busted With 51 Pounds Of Marijuana On I-84 In Hudson Valley: Sheriff A Connecticut woman was arrested after authorities said they discovered more than 50 pounds of marijuana and suspected ketamine in her car during an early morning traffic stop on Interstate 84 in the Hudson Valley, NY.  West Hartford resident Reynalda G. Sierra Mejia, 35, was arrested following a traffic stop just before 3 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, in the town of Southeast, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday, July 27. The Sheriff's Office said a deputy was patrolling eastbound on I-84 when she saw a black GMC SUV commit multiple traffic violations. She then pulled …

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Man Shoots Himself With Illegal Gun — Then Arrested In Hudson Valley, Police Say Man Shoots Himself With Illegal Gun — Then Arrested In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Man Shoots Himself With Illegal Gun — Then Arrested In Hudson Valley, Police Say Police said an Orange County man shot himself in the leg over the weekend and was hospitalized — and was then arrested on a gun charge.  The events leading to the arrest began at around 2:15 p.m. on Sunday. July 26, when police responded to a report of a gunshot victim at 158 Pike St. in Port Jervis, according to the Port Jervis Police Department.  When officers arrived, they found Adrian Booth, 40, suffering from a gunshot wound to his thigh, police said. Officers immediately rendered emergency medical care before Booth was rushed by Port Jervis EMS to Garnet Medical Center for …

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Know Them? Cops Looking For Suspect In NY Lewd Contact Investigation Know Them? Cops Looking For Suspect In NY Lewd Contact Investigation
Know Them? Cops Looking For Suspect In NY Lewd Contact Investigation Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a person sought in connection with a lewd conduct investigation in Orange County. The incident happened at around 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, near Bellvale Farms Creamery on Route 17A in Warwick, the Town of Warwick Police Department announced on Monday, July 27. The department said it is investigating a reported incident of lewd sexual conduct that occurred in the area. More details about the incident were not released. As part of the ongoing investigation, detectives released a photo of the person they are trying to identify and ar…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
E-Scooter Charger Leads To House Fire In Westchester, Lithium Battery Containment Operation E-Scooter Charger Leads To House Fire In Westchester, Lithium Battery Containment Operation
E-Scooter Charger Leads To House Fire In Westchester, Lithium Battery Containment Operation A malfunctioning e-scooter charger sparked a house fire in Westchester County that required firefighters to perform a delicate operation to remove and contain a lithium-ion battery. The fire happened Saturday evening, July 25, on the 500 block of Dyckman Street in Peekskill, according to the Peekskill Fire Department. The first firefighters to arrive found heavy smoke coming from the home and transmitted a 10-75, bringing mutual aid into the city.  Firefighters said they extinguished the blaze within minutes, and no injuries were reported. All responding units had returned to ser…

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by Ben Crnic
News
Savannah Guthrie Issues 'Specific' New Message To Her Mother's Kidnappers: 'We Did Our Part' Savannah Guthrie Issues 'Specific' New Message To Her Mother's Kidnappers: 'We Did Our Part'
Savannah Guthrie Issues 'Specific' New Message To Her Mother's Kidnappers: 'We Did Our Part' Savannah Guthrie is speaking directly to the people she believes can end her family's nightmare. The 54-year-old NBC "Today" co-anchor posted an emotional video on Instagram on Monday, July 27, asking those responsible for her mother's disappearance to reveal where the family should look. Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing for nearly six months. Investigators believe she was abducted from her Catalina Foothills home near Tucson, Arizona. Savannah Guthrie began by saying she was "coming on today with a very specific message." “We have done our part, and we will never stop looking for her,…

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by Joe Lombardi
Obituaries
Longtime Former Police Officer, Village Trustee From Hudson Valley Dies: 'Remarkable Man' Longtime Former Police Officer, Village Trustee From Hudson Valley Dies: 'Remarkable Man'
Longtime Former Police Officer, Village Trustee From Hudson Valley Dies: 'Remarkable Man' A retired Orange County police officer who spent more than two decades serving several local law enforcement agencies before continuing his public service as a village trustee has died.  William "Billy" Treco died with his family by his side early on Saturday, July 25, according to the Town of Montgomery Police Department. He was also serving as a Village of Maybrook trustee at the time of his death.  During a law enforcement career spanning more than 23 years, Treco served with the Town of Montgomery Police Department, the Orange County Sheriff's Office, and the Village of Maybro…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Ex-Employee Charges Over $1.3K In Gas Purchases To NY Landscaping Company's Account: Cops Ex-Employee Charges Over $1.3K In Gas Purchases To NY Landscaping Company's Account: Cops
Ex-Employee Charges Over $1.3K In Gas Purchases To NY Landscaping Company's Account: Cops A former employee of a Dutchess County landscaping company is now facing charges after police say he fraudulently used the business's fuel charge account for months after his employment ended.  Hyde Park resident Austyn A. Moyer-Mayhar, 20, was arrested on Friday, July 24, in connection with the investigation into the use of a local business charge account, New York State Police announced on Monday, July 27. The investigation began on June 23 after the owner of Lehan's Lawn and Landscaping, based in Hyde Park, reported unauthorized purchases made using the company's fuel charge account…

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by Ben Crnic
News
Cruise Ship's Fourth GI Outbreak Of 2026 Sickens 13 Passengers, Crew Members Cruise Ship's Fourth GI Outbreak Of 2026 Sickens 13 Passengers, Crew Members
Cruise Ship's Fourth GI Outbreak Of 2026 Sickens 13 Passengers, Crew Members More than a dozen people were sickened in a cruise ship's fourth gastrointestinal illness outbreak of 2026, officials said. The outbreak happened on the National Geographic Sea Bird, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. The Lindblad Expeditions voyage along the Alaskan coast began on Wednesday, July 15, and ended on Monday, July 20. Eight of the 57 passengers aboard the ship reported becoming ill during the voyage. Five of the 26 crew members also became sick. The main symptoms were diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps. The cause of the outbreak remains unknown bec…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Cracker Barrel CEO Resigns After Rebranding Controversy Cracker Barrel CEO Resigns After Rebranding Controversy
Cracker Barrel CEO Resigns After Rebranding Controversy Cracker Barrel's CEO is resigning nearly a year after rabid criticism from conservatives over the restaurant chain's efforts to modernize. Julie Masino will step down as chief executive, the Tennessee-based company announced in a news release on Monday, July 27. Her final day as CEO will be on Monday, Aug. 10, although she'll remain as an advisor until Friday, Oct. 9. Masino joined Cracker Barrel after previously serving as CEO of Taco Bell. "On behalf of the board and the entire company, I want to thank Julie for her leadership and commitment to Cracker Barrel," said Carl B…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Sedan Catches Fire On Taconic State Parkway In Westchester County Sedan Catches Fire On Taconic State Parkway In Westchester County
Sedan Catches Fire On Taconic State Parkway In Westchester County A sedan was destroyed in a fire on the Taconic State Parkway in Northern Westchester.  The fire happened at around 11:49 a.m. on Sunday, July 26, on the northbound Taconic State Parkway near Exit 16 in Yorktown, according to the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department. When firefighters arrived, they found the sedan fully engulfed in flames, according to the department. Crews stretched a hose line and quickly brought the fire under control without incident.  No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire was not made public. 

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by Ben Crnic
News
Federal Government Mailing Over 1 Million Refund Checks: See If You Qualify Federal Government Mailing Over 1 Million Refund Checks: See If You Qualify
Federal Government Mailing Over 1 Million Refund Checks: See If You Qualify A familiar-looking payment could be on its way to more than a million consumers, but there is a catch. The Federal Trade Commission is sending an additional 1,052,038 payments totaling more than $6.8 million to eligible Brigit customers who already accepted an initial payment from an earlier settlement, according to the agency’s Brigit refunds page. The money comes from the FTC’s case against Brigit, a cash-advance app. The agency alleged that Brigit promised subscribers quick advances of up to $250, charged fees, and made cancellation difficult. Brigit agreed to change some business pract…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Child, 13, Arrested After Shots Fired In Hudson Valley Neighborhood Child, 13, Arrested After Shots Fired In Hudson Valley Neighborhood
Child, 13, Arrested After Shots Fired In Hudson Valley Neighborhood A 13-year-old was arrested in connection with a shots-fired incident earlier this month in Orange County, police announced.  The investigation leading to the child's arrest began at around 3:14 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, when officers responded to the area of Liberty Street and South Street in the City of Newburgh following reports of gunfire, the City of Newburgh Police Department said in an announcement on Friday, July 24. When officers arrived, they found evidence on South Street indicating that a semi-automatic firearm had been discharged, according to police, which prompted the in…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
NFL Coach's Son Arrested For Shooting Wife At Family Home, Officials Say NFL Coach's Son Arrested For Shooting Wife At Family Home, Officials Say
NFL Coach's Son Arrested For Shooting Wife At Family Home, Officials Say The son of an NFL coach has been arrested for a shooting at the family home in Virginia, Daily Voice has learned. Eric Bieniemy's wife, Mia Bieniemy, 57, was reportedly shot by their son Elijah Zion Bieniemy, 27, on Sunday, July 26, in the 20000 block of Northpark Drive, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office and ESPN. Eric Bieniemy is the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator. Deputies were called shortly after 7:30 p.m. on July 26 to the home, where there were reports of gunshot wounds. One woman was treated and rushed to an area hospital. Mia Bieniemy was listed in st…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Trio Caught, Released In Route 9W Gun Bust In Hudson Valley Trio Caught, Released In Route 9W Gun Bust In Hudson Valley
Trio Caught, Released In Route 9W Gun Bust In Hudson Valley Three men were arrested on felony weapons charges after police said they were caught with a loaded gun during an overnight traffic stop on Route 9W in Rockland County.  The incident leading to the arrests began at around 12:45 a.m. on Sunday, July 26, when officers stopped a vehicle on Route 9W in the Village of West Haverstraw for a traffic violation, the Haverstraw Police Department said on Monday, July 27. During the investigation, officers said they found that the three suspects inside the car were illegally possessing a loaded firearm, according to police. All three were then…

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by Ben Crnic