Trump Takes First Trip On Controversial New Air Force One Trump Takes First Trip On Controversial New Air Force One
Trump Takes First Trip On Controversial New Air Force One A presidential aircraft that has already stirred debate has now taken its first official trip with President Donald Trump aboard. President Donald Trump flew on the Boeing 747 on Wednesday, July 1, traveling from Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to Medora, North Dakota. The visit was tied to the upcoming opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. The aircraft was gifted to the US government by Qatar, retrofitted with taxpayer dollars, and is expected to serve as a temporary presidential plane while the US waits for two long-delayed Boeing replacements. The plane is know…
Trump Cites 'Y.M.C.A.' Revival At His Rallies In Tribute To Village People Frontman Trump Cites 'Y.M.C.A.' Revival At His Rallies In Tribute To Village People Frontman
Trump Cites 'Y.M.C.A.' Revival At His Rallies In Tribute To Village People Frontman A disco anthem tied to decades of parties, parades, and campaign rallies is now part of a presidential tribute. President Donald Trump remembered Victor Willis, the original lead singer of Village People, in a Truth Social post on Wednesday morning, July 1, after Willis’ death at age 74. Willis, the voice of "Y.M.C.A.," "Macho Man," and "In the Navy," died Tuesday, June 30, after a short illness, Daily Voice reported earlier Wednesday. "Y.M.C.A." became closely associated with Trump’s rallies, often playing as his closing song while he performed his familiar arm-pumping dance. The song, r…
Second Teen Surrenders After Arrest In Colorado For Killing Of Penn State Senior Billy Schmidt Second Teen Surrenders After Arrest In Colorado For Killing Of Penn State Senior Billy Schmidt
Second Teen Surrenders After Arrest In Colorado For Killing Of Penn State Senior Billy Schmidt Both teens wanted in the fatal shooting of Penn State senior Billy Schmidt have been arrested — one in Colorado and the other surrendered in Pennsylvania — while a Philadelphia man is accused of helping them flee, authorities announced on Thursday, July 2.  One of two teenagers wanted in the fatal shooting of a Penn State senior during an apparent robbery in South Philadelphia has been arrested in Colorado, authorities explained. The 16-year-old was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service on Wednesday, July 1, according to Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner Frank Vanore. …
Man Charged Months After Victim Flagged Down Officer, Reported Shots Fired On CT Street: Cops Man Charged Months After Victim Flagged Down Officer, Reported Shots Fired On CT Street: Cops
Man Charged Months After Victim Flagged Down Officer, Reported Shots Fired On CT Street: Cops A Connecticut man is facing felony charges after police said he fired at a man on a street several months ago. Thomas Manuel, 25, of New London, was arrested around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 30, on an active arrest warrant, according to New London Police. The case began on March 15 when a victim flagged down a New London officer and reported that he had been shot at. The victim led officers to the area of Rosemary Street and Bolles Avenue, where police said they found several spent shell casings at the scene. Detectives continued investigating the case for months.  Manuel was arr…
'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82 'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82
'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82 A British actor known in the US for his roles in the "Harry Potter" and "Indiana Jones" film franchises has died. Michael Byrne died at 82 years old on Saturday, June 20. The Guardian first reported Byrne's death on Wednesday, July 1. Byrne's cause of death wasn't immediately released. "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Byrne," a representative for Byrne said in a statement to NBC News. "Michael will be remembered as an extraordinary actor whose talent, warmth, and sense of humour touched so many." "Harry Potter" fans knew Byrne as the older Gellert Gri…
Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent' Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent'
Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent' Kathie Lee Gifford says she's selling her sprawling Connecticut estate because the home no longer feels the same after the loss of her husband and her children starting families of their own. The Greenwich property, known as Cedar Cliff, hit the market in May with a $100 million asking price, making it the most expensive home currently listed in Connecticut. Related: Tour Kathie Lee Gifford's Greenwich Mansion The former "TODAY" and "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee" host said the decision comes down to the memories tied to the home she shared with her late husband, Frank Gifford. Th…
Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police
Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police The Long Island man accused of strangling and sexually assaulting his sister-in-law had lusted after her for years, authorities said. Joseph Horner, 27, and his wife lived in the same building as 25-year-old Victoria Castle in North Massapequa but in different apartments, the Nassau County Police Department said. Cops said Horner confessed to the crime when they first interviewed him Monday, June 29, according to News 12 Long Island. He told investigators that he’d had “sexual desire” for his wife’s sister since 2017, police said. Authorities said that while Horner’s wife was off on a trip…
Former Connecticut College Football Player Dies: Remembering Louis DiRienzio Former Connecticut College Football Player Dies: Remembering Louis DiRienzio
Former Connecticut College Football Player Dies: Remembering Louis DiRienzio Louis DiRienzo, the defensive coordinator at Monmouth University, died at the age of 34, the university announced Wednesday, July 1. DiRienzo joined Monmouth as a linebackers coach in February 2025 before being promoted to defensive coordinator in January. A native of Yonkers, DiRienzo grew up in New Rochelle, attending New Rochelle High School, where his father, Lou DiRienzo, Sr. served as head coach. While playing for the Huguenots, he earned All-State, All-County, All-Section and All-League honors. He played college football at Southern Connecticut State University, getting a degree in…
NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say
NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say The brother of longtime NFL defensive lineman Calais Campbell was accused of killing their mother, authorities said. Ciarre Campbell, 41, was charged with several crimes, including murder and aggravated assault, ESPN reported. He was charged after police discovered his mother, 71-year-old Nateal Campbell, dead while conducting a welfare check at an Atlanta home at around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. According to arrest warrants, Nateal Campbell was found with her throat slashed, and Ciarre Campbell possessed a knife. He will remain in Fulton County Jail after waiving his first&…
Tesla Clocked At 120 MPH On I-395 In CT, Mass Driver Arrested: Police Tesla Clocked At 120 MPH On I-395 In CT, Mass Driver Arrested: Police
Tesla Clocked At 120 MPH On I-395 In CT, Mass Driver Arrested: Police A Massachusetts woman is accused of driving as fast as 120 mph on Interstate 395 before a Connecticut state trooper stopped and arrested her, according to police. Emily Ferreira, 20, of Framingham, was charged with reckless driving, failure to comply with pass-on-right rules, and following too closely after she was arrested on Sunday, June 28, in Montville, Connecticut State Police said. According to investigators, a trooper was driving north on I-395 when a Tesla blew past them around 6 p.m. at a high rate of speed. Authorities said the trooper followed the vehicle for more than two miles…
Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged
Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged Two people have climbed the spire atop the Empire State Building to hang a peace flag and get engaged.  Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, artists who gained a social media following for climbing skyscrapers around the world, stayed on top of the Manhattan monument for more than 45 minutes on Wednesday, July 1, according to NBC New York.  Just after noon, the Russian duo unfurled a massive black banner with white lettering that read, "When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace." They were dressed in all black with face coverings.  …
PA State Trooper ID'd By Governor After Being Killed In Line Of Duty On I-81 PA State Trooper ID'd By Governor After Being Killed In Line Of Duty On I-81
PA State Trooper ID'd By Governor After Being Killed In Line Of Duty On I-81 A Pennsylvania State Police trooper who died after being struck by a passing commercial vehicle while conducting a truck inspection along Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County on Wednesday morning, July 1, has been identified by Gov. Josh Shapiro. Michael E. Pahira Jr., 44, a Schuylkill County native who enlisted in the Pennsylvania State Police in January 2007, served with Troop L in Frackville as a Motor Carrier Inspector for more than 20 years, according to Pennsylvania State Police. Pahira was conducting a commercial vehicle safety inspection along Interstate 81 South near Mile Marker 119…