New York City, NY

<div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=48PbLL_0vLXI0FX00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=48PbLL_0vLXI0FX00" width="1024" height="683" ></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en"> The BEST school system in the country deserves the BEST places to learn. <br><br> Proud to stand with <a href="https://twitter.com/NYCSchools?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow"> @NYCSchools </a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/NYC_SCA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow"> @NYC_SCA </a> to celebrate 24 NEW school buildings that welcome our future leaders starting tomorrow! <a href="https://t.co/YsCpYipHBl" rel="nofollow"> pic.twitter.com/YsCpYipHBl </a></p> — Mayor Eric Adams (@NYCMayor) <a href="https://twitter.com/NYCMayor/status/1831463501350760815?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow"> September 4, 2024 </a></blockquote><p> About one million students are returning to the classroom in New York City on Thursday as a new school year begins. </p><p> Some schools have imposed new cell phone restrictions, but there is not a citywide policy in effect. Mayor Adams has been pushing for a possible ban but admits that parents are reluctant because they want to have a constant line of communication with their children. </p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><p> "We have close to 400 schools right now that already have a cell phone restriction plan in place," Schools Chancellor David Banks said. </p><p><em> Photo Credit: Getty Images </em></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" scrolling="no" src="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/960-len-berman-and-michael-rie-28573511/episode/natalie-migliore-wor-street-reporter-interview-212810032/?embed=true&amp;cid=oembed&amp;keyid%5B0%5D=Len%20Berman%20and%20Michael%20Riedel%20In%20The%20Morning&amp;keyid%5B1%5D=Natalie%20Migliore%2C%20WOR%20Street%20Reporter%20Interview%20-%20Len%20Berman%20and%20Michael%20Riedel%20In%20The%20Morning&amp;sc=podcast_episode_widget" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div></div>

Brooklyn, NY

710 WOR

Authorities are investigation at explosion at a home in Brooklyn that left four people injured.  Listen to 710 WOR on your free @iHeartRadio app.

4 Injured In Brooklyn House Explosion

Manhattan, NY

Students at Columbia University face new rules as they begin a new school year.  Listen to 710 WOR on your free @iHeartRadio app.

Classes Begin At Columbia University With New Rules

Melbourne, FL

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Akeena

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been over four decades since the demise of beloved actor Milburn Stone, best known as Dr. Galen "Doc" Adams on TV's Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975). The Emmy-winning Stone died of a heart attack in La Jolla, CA on June 12, 1980. This is his life story.

In Memory of Milburn Stone ('Doc' from TV's 'Gunsmoke'): 44 Years After His Fatal Heart Attack

New Jersey State

Connecticut State

Connecticut is upsetting some of its neighbors in the tri-state area, declaring itself the "Pizza Capital of the United States."  Listen to 710 WOR on your free @iHeartRadio app.

Connecticut Declares Itself The 'Pizza Capital" Of The U.S.

Washington, DC

NewsNinja

A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Dania Beach, FL

If you’ve recently shopped at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sheridan Street in Dania Beach, you might want to double-check your purchases. A recent inspection by the Florida Department of Agriculture revealed some alarming issues, including moldy meat and improperly stored chicken.

Moldy Meat and Warm Chicken: Walmart Neighborhood Market  Faces Inspection Troubles in Florida

Devra Lee

Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope for Thursday, September 5th

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Residents of Fusion Studios, a homeless hotel owned by Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, have complained for months that the internet in the building often does not work. Now the Coalition has posted a sign about the outages saying that is just the way it is going to be.

Denver homeless coalition absolves itself of Fusion internet problems

Woodinville, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Hull, MA

Dianna Carney

Get ready, because you're invited to the "best late summer beach party in New England!" The Endless Summer Waterfront Festival, hosted by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, is just around the corner and promises to be an event you won't want to miss. Taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2023, this event celebrates the last days of summer and the vibrant community of Hull.

Live Music, Family Fun & More: This Waterfront Festival Has It All!

More Americans will be hitting the roads and taking to the sky for the Labor Day holiday weekend.  Listen to 710 WOR on your free @iHeartRadio app.

Labor Day Getaway Begins

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Aurora, CO

The Aurora City Council at its study session Monday advanced a proposal by council member Stephanie Hancock to impound vehicles that are not registered and insured and driven by someone with a license.

Update: Aurora advances impound of unregistered, uninsured vehicles driven by unlicensed drivers

New Mexico State

A new book by a Defense Department researcher suggests that not only do other advanced life forms exist, but it is possible that we have abundant proof they've visited Earth repeatedly. @iheartradio.com

Are They Out There? A New Book Says They're Already Here...

Minnesota State

Savannah, GA

The Current GA

The Harris-Walz campaign opened its Savannah-area bus tour Wednesday with political pundits across the nation pondering weighty issues of whether the events showed Georgia to be either a red or blue state.

Harris, Walz make barbecue stop in Sandfly

Georgia State

Winder, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

Jersey City, NJ

Hoboken, NJ

About one million students are returning to the classroom in New York City on Thursday as a new school year begins.  Listen to 710 WOR on your free @iHeartRadio app.

NYC School Year Begins

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