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Target Pulls 'Offensive' Halloween Costume: 'We Got This Wrong'
A Halloween item aimed at children has disappeared from a major retailer’s shelves after a wave of criticism prompted an unusually blunt corporate apology. Target acknowledged Monday, Aug. 24, that it had removed a children’s clown costume after critics said its appearance evoked racist minstrel-show imagery. “As a company, we know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry," Target said in a statement. "The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our assortment. It is no longer available for sale. "We know this is especially hurtful for our Black guests, team members…
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Journalist's Viral Courtroom Wink Cost Her VF Credentials At Lindsay Clancy Trial: Report
A New York City journalist who says she grew up with Lindsay Clancy is going viral after cameras caught her smiling and winking from the courtroom during the Massachusetts mother's triple-murder trial. Brittany Romano, a Wallingford, CT, native, was seated in the courtroom gallery wearing a green dress and Vanity Fair media credentials on Monday, Aug. 24, when a live Court TV camera panned toward her. The moment quickly spread across social media, drawing backlash from viewers. Romano later said she was laughing because of her personal connection to Clancy and that the two had looked at eac…
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NY Man Who Posed As Fed To Steal Gold Bars From PA Woman Learns His Fate: Prosecutors
A New York man who posed as a federal employee to steal more than half a million dollars in gold bars from a Pennsylvania woman — and was later caught with a gold bar hidden in his sock — is headed to jail, authorities announced on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Zhong Ren, 45, of Brooklyn, was sentenced by Lancaster County Judge Todd Brown to six to 23 months in county jail after pleading guilty to stealing $555,892 worth of gold from an Ephrata woman, according to the Lancaster County District Attorney's Office. Ren pleaded guilty on July 31 to theft by unlawful taking, conspiracy to commit theft by un…
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Friday Night Lights Meets Lord of the Flies in New Memoir
Strike Season is the amazing true story of a high school football team that was forced to practice and play games without coaches during an unforgettable season because their teachers went on strike and pulled the coaches from the sideline as part of a bitter labor dispute. This is the debut memoir of Michael Eck, the quarterback for this 1979 team who, along with his co-captains, was faced with the unprecedented responsibilities of playing and coaching this talented team in Pittsburgh, the hotbed of high school football. Strike Season is a poignant memoir about the lengths young people wi…
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PA Ranks 3rd In US For Measles As Vaccine Gaps Fuel Outbreak
Pennsylvania now has the third-highest number of measles cases in the United States as vaccination gaps leave pockets of the Commonwealth vulnerable to the highly contagious virus, and now, two people have died. The state has confirmed 393 measles cases across 28 counties in 2026, trailing only Utah and South Carolina in the latest federal data, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That marks a stunning rise from May, when Pennsylvania had just 23 cases statewide — including 11 in Lebanon County. The outbreak that began in April has since spread across the Com…
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Snapchat Addicts Kids, Lies About Sex, Drug Content, PA Lawsuit Claims
Snapchat was designed to hook children with disappearing messages, endless scrolling, late-night alerts, and friendship streaks — then marketed as safe for 13-year-olds while sexual, drug-related, and suicide content remained easy to find, Pennsylvania’s attorney general alleges. Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a lawsuit against Snapchat owner Snap Inc. on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Daily Voice obtained the redacted 49-page complaint, which was filed in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas under Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. You can read the complaint in…
National Interest
Dolly Parton Dies: Entertainment Icon Touched Generations Worldwide
One of America’s most recognizable and beloved entertainers, whose songs, humor, and generosity crossed generations, has died. Country music legend Dolly Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, in Nashville, Tennessee, at age 80, her family announced in a video posted to Parton’s Instagram account. She died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, according to the family. Parton’s death came after a period of health problems that had forced her to step back from several public appearances. Daily Voice reported Monday, Aug. 17, that Parton had missed an event marking the opening of Dollywood’s NightFligh…
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Family Speaks Out After BF Says ‘Demon’ Made Him Kill PennWest Soccer Star
The family of a soccer player stabbed to death by her boyfriend after he claimed a “demon” told him to do it is speaking out, calling the 18-year-old's killing a “parent’s worst nightmare” as nearly $60,000 has poured in to build a legacy in her name. “This is a parent’s worst nightmare. It has been devastating for family, friends, and the whole community,” Karoline Heintz's family said in a statement released through Pennsylvania State Police. “Karoline was loved by all. She was a kind, smart, beautiful girl. We want justice for our ‘sweet’ Karoline.” The family asked for privacy as they …
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'M*A*S*H' Star Mike Farrell Breaks Silence After Wife, Actress Shelley Fabares Dies
Mike Farrell is sharing a deeply personal tribute after losing his wife and partner of more than four decades. The 87-year-old “M*A*S*H” star spoke out following the death of actress and singer Shelley Fabares, who died Saturday, Aug. 22, in Los Angeles at age 82. She was surrounded by loved ones. Farrell joined Fabares’ family in announcing her death Monday, Aug. 24, while remembering the woman whose television and film career spanned decades. “We are heartbroken by her loss, yet profoundly grateful for the years we shared with her and for the joy, compassion, and love she brought to so m…
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Lunar Eclipse Nears: These Locations Will Enjoy Best Viewing Conditions
The countdown is on for one of the year’s most dramatic sky shows, but where you live could make all the difference. NASA says a deep partial lunar eclipse will unfold Thursday night, Aug. 27, into early Friday, Aug. 28, with 96.3 percent of the moon’s disk entering Earth’s dark central shadow at maximum eclipse. The partial phase begins at 10:34 p.m. EDT Thursday and reaches its maximum at about 12:13 a.m. EDT Friday, according to NASA. The main partial phase ends at 1:52 a.m. EDT Friday. At its peak, only a narrow strip of the moon will remain illuminated by direct sunlight. …
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US Navy Veteran, PA Police Sgt. Lee Wagner Dies Suddenly At 48
A Montgomery County police sergeant, US Navy veteran, husband, and father of four died unexpectedly following a sudden medical emergency, his department announced on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Montgomery Township Police Sgt. Lee A. Wagner was 48 when he died on Wednesday, Aug. 19. The nature of the medical emergency was not disclosed. “Throughout his career, Sergeant Wagner was known for unwavering dedication to the community, commitment to fellow officers, and professionalism in service to others,” the department said. Wagner was raised in the Perkiomenville area and graduated from Perkiomen High…
National Interest
Multiple Adults, Children Killed In Mass Shooting, Fire At Montana Home
A family disturbance turned into a horrific scene after gunfire erupted and a home was quickly consumed by flames. Multiple adults and children were killed Sunday, Aug. 23, at a home on White Star Circle in Billings, Montana, according to authorities and multiple reports. The exact number of victims has not been released as investigators work to confirm identities and notify relatives. Police received a 911 call at about 6 p.m., and gunshots could be heard in the background, authorities said. Officers arriving minutes later heard more gunfire from behind the house. Smoke then began po…
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First US Measles Deaths Of 2026 Reported In Pennsylvania
The first measles deaths reported in the US this year have been confirmed, officials announced Tuesday, Aug. 25. Both people who died were unvaccinated Lancaster County residents, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. They are the state's first measles-associated deaths since 1991. Officials declined to release their ages, sexes, or other identifying details, citing confidentiality. "We hope and we pray that those deaths will be the last," Gov. Josh Shapiro said during a Tuesday afternoon press conference at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health. The Commonwealth is battli…
National Interest
Rare Freshwater Infection Kills 8-Year-Old Girl: What To Know
An 8-year-old girl has died after a devastating illness linked to a summertime family outing. Lillian Smart of the city of Ruston in north-central Louisiana died Saturday, Aug. 22, after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a rare organism commonly known as the “brain-eating” amoeba, according to her family and multiple reports. “The injuries to her brain were too severe for her little body to recover from,” the family wrote in a post on Facebook. “Everyone did everything they could to keep her here. We are heartbroken and honestly do not know what to do next. How do we put one foot in fron…
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NJ College Baseball Player Killed By Cops After Drunkenly Ending Up At Wrong Home: Report
A 22-year-old catcher set to begin playing for a New Jersey college this semester was shot and killed by police after his family says he mistakenly went to the wrong Pennsylvania home while drinking with friends. Glenwood Earl Pysher IV was identified as the victim of the officer-involved shooting, according to a statement from the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office sent to Daily Voice on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Pysher, affectionately known as "Bubba", had been celebrating a friend's birthday at a local bar before the festivities moved to a friend's house in Upper Pottsgrove Towns…
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Mountain Dew's Newest Flavor Comes With Spicy Twist: How To Try It
A popular candy brand and Mountain Dew are teaming up for a new tropical soda with a spicy twist. Mountain Dew x Trolli Mango Pineapple Punch launched nationwide on Monday, Aug. 24, PepsiCo announced in a news release. The limited-edition soda blends mango, pineapple, and a hint of strawberry. The drink is meant to be paired with Trolli Spicy Crawlers, creating a sweet-and-spicy combination. "Trolli is all about pushing the boundaries of what a sour gummi candy can be, so what better way to show consumers more ways to enjoy Trolli Spicy Crawlers than by pairing it with the bold, new fruit-…
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PA Native Killed When Car Strikes Tree: Coroner
A 37-year-old Pennsylvania native was killed when his car left a roadway and struck a tree, authorities announced. Daniel Joseph Preziosi, of Easton, was driving along South Locust Drive in Lehigh Township when he lost control in the early morning hours of Saturday, Aug. 22, Northampton County Coroner Zachary Lysek said in a release issued Monday, Aug. 24. The car left the roadway and struck a tree, according to Lysek. Preziosi died from multiple blunt-force injuries. His death was ruled accidental. Born in Easton on May 1, 1989, Preziosi was the son of Joseph Preziosi and Sandra (Brodsky…
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Storm System Will Hit Northeast After Comfortable Start To Week: Timing
A stretch of crisp, comfortable weather across the Northeast will give way to a more unsettled pattern later this week. The National Weather Service says mostly sunny skies and low humidity will dominate Tuesday, Aug. 25, with highs generally in the upper 70s to low 80s. Fair conditions are expected to hold through much of Wednesday, Aug. 26, before the next disturbance approaches. Wednesday will remain dry for most of the region, with temperatures around 80 degrees and light winds, according to the National Weather Service. The change becomes more noticeable Thursday, Aug. 27, as wa…
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FDA Issues Highest Risk Level After Major Recall Of Dips, Salsas
A popular supermarket chain is warning shoppers to check their refrigerators after a recall involving prepared foods was elevated to the highest possible risk level. The Food and Drug Administration upgraded a Whole Foods Market recall of prepared dips and salsas to a Class I classification, meaning there is a reasonable probability that consuming the affected products could cause serious health consequences or death. The recall involves nearly 13,000 units of dips and salsas that may be contaminated with Salmonella, according to the FDA warning. The products were sold at Whole Foods Market…
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'Jersey Shore' 2.0? Viral TikTok Shows New Reality Show Filming In Seaside Heights
A new Netflix reality show from a producer behind MTV's "Jersey Shore" appears to be filming in the place that made the original series famous. A TikTok shared by user @mtlchlo shows a film crew in Seaside Heights, with the video claiming a "new younger cast" was filming a new Jersey Shore show. The clip had racked up 1.2 million views. According to Deadline, Netflix is working with "Jersey Shore" producer SallyAnn Salsano on a new reality show called "The Leftovers," which is being filmed across New Jersey. Deadline says the series centers on a group of friends coming together for the fir…
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KFC's Newest Menu Addition Leans Into Ranch Craze As Popular Item Returns
KFC is doubling down on the nation's ranch obsession with a new dipping sauce alongside the return of a fan-favorite menu item. The fast-food chain launched its new Hot Ranch Big Dip nationwide on Monday, Aug. 24. KFC also announced the return of Double Crispy Hot Wings in the news release. The 4-ounce sauce mixes creamy, tangy ranch with garlic, herbs, and a chili pepper kick in a serving twice the size of its usual dip. The dip and wings are available for a limited time at participating KFC restaurants while supplies last. Hot Ranch Big Dip comes after a big summer for ranch, w…
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Police Chief Shuts Down DV Concerns After Wife Of Slain Cop Found Dead
The body of Karen Solomon, the wife of an off-duty police officer who was found dead in his Massachusetts home last week, was found after a six-day search, authorities announced Monday, Aug. 24. The 58-year-old woman, who was the founder and president of First H.E.L.P., an organization that works to reduce mental health stigma among first responders, was the primary suspect in the death of Worcester Police Officer Kurt Solomon, who was found dead on Wildwood Avenue just before 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Internet sleuths had been speculating that there was a history of domestic abuse, pr…
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Judge In Lindsay Clancy’s Trial Rejects Mistrial Bid After Her Catholic Faith Enters Testimony
A judge rejected a mistrial request after a prosecution witness discussed Lindsay Clancy’s Catholic faith in front of jurors. The dispute came Monday, Aug. 24, during Clancy’s murder trial, according to NBC Boston. Clancy is accused of killing her three young children at their Duxbury home in January 2023. The children were Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months. @alysssssaaaunfiltered Aug 24 | Day 19 REDDINGTON CALLING FOR A MISTRIAL!! #reddington #lindsayclancytrial #mistrial #linsdayclancy #kevinreddington ♬ original sound - Alyssa Dr. Kirk Heilbrun had discussed Clancy’s s…
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$50K Company Spending Spree: Pennsylvania School Board Member Charged With Felony Theft
A school board member who campaigned on her experience with financial oversight and audits is accused of using more than $50,000 from her employer for family vacations, Amazon purchases, and Bar Mitzvah photography, authorities announced on Monday, Aug. 24. Lower Merion School Board member Jennifer Rivera, 41, of Bala Cynwyd, turned herself in to Lower Merion Township Police on Monday on multiple felony charges stemming from her employment at SMB, a Bala Cynwyd law firm marketing agency, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Lower Merion Township Police Superintendent Andre…
National Interest
Karoline Leavitt Reveals Next Move After White House Exit
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has revealed what she'll do next after announcing her departure from President Donald Trump's administration. Leavitt will return to work for Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., after leaving the White House at the end of August. The 28-year-old announced the move while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Friday, Aug. 21. Before joining Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, Leavitt served as a spokesperson for MAGA Inc. The Atkinson, New Hampshire, native hasn't said what her specific role will be with the super PAC. Leavitt said Fri…
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Fox News Makes Major Lineup Change On ‘The Five’
A familiar face on Fox News is moving into one of the network’s most prominent daily roles. Emily Compagno, 46, has been named a permanent co-host of “The Five” and will officially join the program Tuesday, Sept. 8, Fox News announced Monday, Aug. 24. She will leave her role on “Outnumbered,” where she has been a co-host since 2021. Compagno will join Greg Gutfeld, Dana Perino, and Jesse Watters, with Harold Ford Jr. and Jessica Tarlov rotating in the show’s left-leaning seat. A rotating Fox News personality will fill Compagno’s spot on “Outnumbered” until a permanent replacement is named. …
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PA Teacher Charged In Sex Crimes Involving 2 Students: State Police
A Pennsylvania teacher has been charged with sex crimes involving two teenage students after one girl and her mother came forward to troopers, State Police announced on Monday, Aug. 24. James S. Davis, 62, of Thompsontown, was employed as a teacher at Upper Dauphin Area High School when the incidents occurred during the 2025-26 school year, according to Pennsylvania State Police. Troopers with the Lykens Criminal Investigation Unit began investigating after receiving information from a 15-year-old student and her mother that the girl may have been victimized by Davis, police said. During t…
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Bret Michaels Halts Touring For Months After Surgeries: 'Remain Unbroken!'
Bret Michaels is stepping away from touring for several months to recover from recent surgeries. The Poison frontman announced the cancellation of the rest of his 2026 dates on the Live and Amplified Tour in a statement on his website on Saturday, Aug. 22. The decision came after a comeback performance at The Bowl at Sugar Hill in northern Georgia. Doctors and paramedics evaluated Michaels immediately after the show and determined he needs more rest. "We will be pulling Bret off the road for the time being," his doctors said. "He wanted to attempt this show, but we feel there is …
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Teen Needed Surgery After Genitals Bitten During Sexual Assault At PA Hotel: Prosecutors
A woman was left unable to walk and needed surgery after a sexual assault at a Pennsylvania hotel, authorities announced on Monday, Aug. 24. Javier Santos-Rivera, 41, of Allentown, was charged with involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, aggravated assault, sexual assault, simple assault, indecent assault, and intimidation of a witness or victim, Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan said. Pennsylvania State Police were called to an area hospital around 7:17 a.m. on March 21 after a 19-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted, according to the DA's office. Investigators d…
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20-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed By Trucker Backing Into His Path; Driver Charged: PSP
A 20-year-old motorcyclist was killed when a tractor-trailer driver backed out of a private driveway and into his path, leading to a homicide-by-vehicle charge, Pennsylvania State Police and court records show Ethan F. Small, of Gardners, was riding a 2023 Suzuki GXR-R750 east on Walnut Bottom Road in Penn Township when the crash happened near 1608 Walnut Bottom Road in Cumberland County at 7:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, according to PSP Carlisle. Farid Mohammad, 43, of Richmond, Texas, was backing a 2027 Freightliner Cascadia out of a private driveway as Small crested a hill, troopers said. S…
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Stranded Tourist Dies In Scorching Death Valley Heat
A French tourist died after becoming stranded on a remote road in Death Valley National Park as temperatures reached 116 degrees, according to officials. Pierre Michel Formosa, 68, died on Monday, Aug. 17, after he and a traveling companion got stuck in mud near Queen of Sheba Mine Road, the National Park Service said in a news release on Friday, Aug. 21. Formosa and his companion, who's also from France, were traveling on West Side Road when their vehicle became stuck. With no other vehicles in the area, the men began walking across the salt flats toward Badwater Road to get help. The two…
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