Carmel Hamlet, NY

Columbus, OH

Brooklyn, NY

New York Post

Two teenage girls who drowned off Coney Island over Fourth of July weekend were sisters who had just jumped into the ocean for their last swim of the day when they vanished, heartbroken family members told The Post.

Aisha Mohammed, 18, and Zainab Mohammed, 17, of the Bronx were reported missing around 8:10 p.m. Friday near Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn by a caller who said they “entered the water and disappeared from view,” a police spokesman said. 

The teens were found on the shoreline at 9:15 p.m. and rushed to Coney Island Hospital, where they were pronounced dead, the NYPD said.



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Teen girls who drowned off Coney Island ID’d as sisters who were ‘just gonna have their last swim,’ family says

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NewSantaAna

The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Suffolk County, NY

Levittown, NY

CBS New York

LEVITTOWN, N.Y. -- A Long Island man is accused of giving 4th of July fireworks to an 11-year-old child, sparking a fire that damaged both his and his neighbor's homes.Police said they responded to several fireworks-related incidents Thursday across Nassau and Suffolk counties.Karamjit Singh, 33, of Levittown, was charged with arson, reckless endangerment, unlawfully selling fireworks to someone under 18, unlawfully possessing fireworks and endangering the welfare of a child. Nassau County Police said he supplied the 11-year-old with the fireworks and then told the child to light them. The fireworks malfunctioned, causing a shed to burst into flames. The flames spread to...

Long Island child burns down 2 homes with fireworks, police say

Connecticut State

Travel + Leisure

We spoke to local experts to find the best places to live in Connecticut, from coastal towns to mid-size cities.

9 Best Places to Live in Connecticut, According to Local Real Estate Experts

Vaping has affected many in my life, and I’ve seen how it alters the lives of my peers and cuts off the path to a healthy future. I’ve seen them at school, seen how their behaviors change, their grades change and their spirit changes. What I haven’t seen...

OPINION: She started with vaping. He started with vaping. They started with vaping.

New York City, NY



Multiple brawls break out in chaotic scene inside Washington Square Park Pride celebration: video

Numerous fights and wild chaos engulfed Washington Square Park in the aftermath of New York City’s Pride Parade on June 30 as police battled to control the unruly mob of revelers.

As night fell, the NYPD played a loudspeaker recording announcing Washington Square Park’s closure and ordering people to leave — leading to arguments between cops and park-goers.

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Multiple brawls break out at Washington Square Park in jaw-dropping scene

A pair of teenage girls drowned off Coney Island on Friday night after they ran back into the ocean following a brief downpour, according to cops and a report.

The two girls, 17 and 18, went missing in the water around 8:10 p.m. near Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn before they were found on the shoreline at 9:15 p.m., police said.

Both victims were taken to Coney Island Hospital where they were pronounced dead, the NYPD said.

Cops initially received information about a 24-year-old man who was also missing in the water, but that report was later unfounded.

New mom drowns, brother-in-law arrested for OWI after tragic...

2 teenage girls drown off Coney Island: police

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

As reported in The New York Times, school refusal levels have doubled since the pandemic in 2020 due to increased levels of anxiety in students; subsequently, students struggle to get the help they need. Maggy Smith, a graduate with the Class of 2024 through Michigan Virtual Academy who was originally...

Students cope with school refusal

Methamphetamine addiction is a severe concern that affects individuals, families, and communities. The desperate struggle to quit meth is often intensified by the pervasive misconception that addiction is solely a matter of willpower. However, meth addiction help is available for those seeking to overcome this life-threatening habit. In this article,...

Understanding Meth Addiction Help

For decades, people have been trying to figure out how to create a cigarette without many of the downsides. Cigarettes sans the things that make smoking the biggest cause of preventable death in America like tar, carcinogens, etc. Cigarette companies tried to create “safe,” combustion-free smoking devices as far back...

Backfired: The Vaping Wars

In a jarring incident in New York City, a pedestrian who was decapitated by a city truck has been identified as Ralph Santaniello, a notorious figure associated with the Genovese crime family. Known for its deep roots and immense influence in organized crime, the Genovese family is one of the infamous ‘Five Families’ that has been controlling criminal activities in the city since the early 20th century.

New York Tragedy Involving Genovese Crime Family Member Ralph Santaniello

Newark, NJ

Shreveport Magazine

Newark, N.J. – According to the police officials, the 27-year-old mom, later identified as Naomy, was taken into custody and later charged with murder, possession of weapon and other charged after she killed her two children. Police officials said that shortly after killing her two children, 3 and 1, the mom called a private ambulance to help her children. The young mother, who according to her attorney, suffers from severe mental illness, reportedly killed her children for reIigious reasons.

Mom arrived home from daycare only to ‘slightly puncture’ her 1-year-old before she drowned both her and the baby’s older sister to death

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Two children were found dead in a New Jersey home, with police responding to an emergency call and discovering their bodies. Bre Micciolo, the grieving mother, is pursuing legal action against the Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) for failing to protect her son. Despite the Bergen County Prosecutor's...

Authorities Confirm Discovery of Two Children Found Dead in New Jersey Home

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Forbes Advisor

What Steps Should You Take If You're Considering Legal Action?. Many people find themselves under pressure at work, feeling stressed about performing their job responsibilities. In some cases, however, the mental damage that your employer causes can go beyond the ordinary. In those situations, can you sue your employer for emotional distress?

Can I Sue My Employer For Emotional Distress?

Queens, NY

The Mirror US

Police were called to “an extremely small” unit inside 147-25 94th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, New York just before 5:30 p.m following reports the mother of the family ran into the street screaming for help while covered in blood

Boy, 8, stabbed to death by own brother who also knifed parents in July 4 bloodbath at home

Adel, GA

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

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Parent charged with allowing underage drinking

MAHOPAC – A Mahopac woman faces charges of unlawfully dealing with a child for allegedly hosting a holiday party during which alcohol was served to some...

Parent charged with allowing underage drinking

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