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TV, Film Star With 40-Year Career Dies At 63, Leaves Lasting Legacy TV, Film Star With 40-Year Career Dies At 63, Leaves Lasting Legacy
TV, Film Star With 40-Year Career Dies At 63, Leaves Lasting Legacy Lar Park Lincoln, a fan-favorite actress known for her roles in "Knots Landing" and "Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood," has died at 63. Lincoln, who was born in Dallas, built a career that spanned more than four decades. She starred in hits like "Children of the Night," "Heart of the City," "Outlaws," and "Highway to Heaven." Her breakout role came in 1987 when she was cast as Linda Fairgate on the CBS hit soap opera Knots Landing, where she quickly became a household name. Her family did not say how she died, but she battled breast cancer for years, the New York Post reported. She p…
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Coming To American Airlines Flights: Here's How To Get It Free Inflight Wi-Fi Coming To American Airlines Flights: Here's How To Get It
Free Inflight Wi-Fi Coming To American Airlines Flights: Here's How To Get It American Airlines will offer free high-speed Wi-Fi on nearly all of its flights starting in 2026 – but travelers will need to sign up for the airline's loyalty program to get it. Free Wi-Fi will be available exclusively to AAdvantage members beginning in January 2026, American announced in a news release on Tuesday, April 15. The service will cover more planes than any other domestic carrier, according to the Dallas-based airline. American is partnering with AT&T to offer free internet connections. "Our customers greatly value staying connected while in the air, whether communicat…
Husband Alerted FBI After Lake Hiawatha Man Sexually Assaulted Wife On Flight: Feds Husband Alerted FBI After Lake Hiawatha Man Sexually Assaulted Wife On Flight: Feds
Husband Alerted FBI After Lake Hiawatha Man Sexually Assaulted Wife On Flight: Feds A 36-year-old Lake Hiawatha man was recently arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a woman on a flight in January, authorities said. On Sunday, Jan. 26 at 7:26 p.m., a man called the FBI National Threat Operations Center to report his wife had been sexually assaulted on an American Airlines flight from Montana to Dallas by the passenger sitting next to her, according to charging documents. The husband said his wife was texting him that the the passenger sitting next to her, later identified as Bhaveshkumar Dahyabhai Shukla was repeatedly touching her, even though she asked him …
Bone Voyage: New Dog-Friendly Airline To Offer Flights At Long Island Airport Bone Voyage: New Dog-Friendly Airline To Offer Flights At Long Island Airport
Bone Voyage: New Dog-Friendly Airline To Offer Flights At Long Island Airport It'll soon be wheels – and paws – up for a new airline taking off from a Long Island airport. RetrievAir, a pet-centric airline built entirely around traveling with dogs, will begin service out of Republic Airport (FRG) in Farmingdale, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 26. Flights will begin on Thursday, May 22. From the executive airport, RetrievAir will offer service to seven US cities with weekly departures. The cheapest flights go to West Palm Beach, Florida, on Thursdays for $749 one way. Other destinations from Farmingdale's airport include Chicago,…
Newly Released JFK Files Reveal CIA Power Struggles, Cold War Intrigue — But No Smoking Gun Newly Released JFK Files Reveal CIA Power Struggles, Cold War Intrigue — But No Smoking Gun
Newly Released JFK Files Reveal CIA Power Struggles, Cold War Intrigue — But No Smoking Gun More than six decades after President John F. Kennedy was gunned down in Dallas, newly unsealed government documents are pulling back the curtain on Cold War spycraft, internal power struggles, and long-whispered assassination plots. More than 77,000 pages of previously redacted records, ordered released last week by President Donald Trump, offer fresh insight into the JFK assassination and what the government knew but kept secret for years. It also provides a glimpse at the battle between Kennedy and the CIA. In reality, at least so far, no groundbreaking revelations have emerged to chall…
Hundreds Of Social Security Numbers, Private Info Leaked In JFK Files Hundreds Of Social Security Numbers, Private Info Leaked In JFK Files
Hundreds Of Social Security Numbers, Private Info Leaked In JFK Files In a significant breach of privacy, newly unredacted John F. Kennedy assassination files revealed the Social Security numbers and other personal information of more than 400 former congressional staffers and individuals. The Trump administration released to the public on Tuesday night, March 18 around 60,000 pages of the government's classified files on the Nov. 22, 1963 assassination during a motorcade in Dallas. The release stems from an executive order signed by Trump on the first day of his second term in office related to the assassinations of Kennedy, his brother and preside…
60,000 JFK Assassination Classified Files Released By Trump 60,000 JFK Assassination Classified Files Released By Trump
60,000 JFK Assassination Classified Files Released By Trump The Trump administration has just released to the public thousands of pages of the government's classified files on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy over 61 years ago. The release on Tuesday night, March 18 comes after Trump signed a Day 1 executive order aimed at fully releasing government documents related to the assassinations of Kennedy, his brother and presidential candidate, New York Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. The documents are not expected to change the long-held findings that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone in assassinating Kenn…
Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees
Bags No Longer Fly Free: Southwest Scraps Most Famous Perk, Adds New Fees Southwest Airlines is grounding one of its most famous perks, marking a major shift in its identity after more than five decades. Southwest will no longer offer free checked bags for all passengers, the company said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The new luggage policy will begin for tickets purchased on or after Wednesday, May 28. The airline has had its well-known "Bags Fly Free" perk since it was founded in 1971. "We have tremendous opportunity to meet current and future customer needs, attract new customer segments we don't compete for today, and return to the levels of profita…
Louisiana-Inspired Daiquiris, Cajun Eats Arrive In Bridgeport At New Restaurant Louisiana-Inspired Daiquiris, Cajun Eats Arrive In Bridgeport At New Restaurant
Louisiana-Inspired Daiquiris, Cajun Eats Arrive In Bridgeport At New Restaurant A taste of New Orleans has arrived in Connecticut. Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory opened in downtown Bridgeport, bringing its Louisiana-inspired flavors and signature frozen cocktails to Fairfield County. The restaurant at 997 Main Street held a soft opening on Friday, Feb. 7. Known for its bold Southern dishes and colorful daiquiris, the restaurant offers a menu featuring Cajun classics like gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and alligator bites. Customers can choose from a variety of signature daiquiris, including hurricane, peach, and piña colada. Southern Classic also offers plenty of other …
Fredericksburg Dad Dies During First NFL Game In Dallas Fredericksburg Dad Dies During First NFL Game In Dallas
Fredericksburg Dad Dies During First NFL Game In Dallas What was supposed to be a joyful family outing turned into heartbreak when a beloved father of four, Marwan Al-Jamal, passed away during his first-ever NFL game at "Jerry's World" in Dallas. The devoted Washington Commanders fan from Fredericksburg was described by family as being a cherished husband, father, and friend known for his kindness and compassion before his unexpected passing.  Al-Jamal had traveled with his six brothers-in-law to watch the Commanders take on the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 5, though he wouldn't make it through the third quarter, suffering a …
Frontier Plans Flights From JFK To Three New Destinations, Special Deals Offered Frontier Plans Flights From JFK To Three New Destinations, Special Deals Offered
Frontier Plans Flights From JFK To Three New Destinations, Special Deals Offered Frontier Airlines is expanding its presence at John F. Kennedy International Airport with three new nonstop routes launching in the spring of 2025, officials said. Frontier will start flying from JFK to Miami, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Los Angeles, the airline said in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 7. The three destinations are known as major hubs for American Airlines. Daily service from JFK to Miami International Airport will begin on Sunday, Mar. 30, and Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday, May 1. Four flights a week will travel between JFK and Dallas Fort Worth International Air…
TGI Fridays Files For Bankruptcy Weeks After Sudden Closures Of At Least 12 Restaurants TGI Fridays Files For Bankruptcy Weeks After Sudden Closures Of At Least 12 Restaurants
TGI Fridays Files For Bankruptcy Weeks After Sudden Closures Of At Least 12 Restaurants Casual dining chain TGI Fridays has filed for bankruptcy several weeks after at least 12 of its restaurants suddenly closed. The company filed the Chapter 11 petition on Saturday, Nov. 2, in Texas, near its Dallas headquarters. Founded in New York City in 1965, TGI Fridays has 95 restaurants in the US, 39 of which the company owns and operates. The other 56 are independent franchises not involved in the bankruptcy petition. The company said that all those locations will remain open. According to the TGI Fridays website and other reports, the following locations are now listed as permanent…
Bomb Threat On American Airlines Flight Diverts Plane From NJ To PA: Report Bomb Threat On American Airlines Flight Diverts Plane From NJ To PA: Report
Bomb Threat On American Airlines Flight Diverts Plane From NJ To PA: Report An American Airlines flight was diverted from Newark, New Jersey on its way to Dallas, Texas on Wednesday morning, Sept. 4, according to flight logs.  The flight, AA 1603, was diverted to Pittsburgh International Airport allegedly due to a bomb threat, as WPXI Channel 11 reported.  A flight attendant using the restroom supposedly spotted a "barely legible note written in pink pen on the door that said 'there’s a bomb on board,'" the outlet reported citing the FBI.  The plane left EWR at 8:06 a.m., diverting and landing at PIT at 10:15 a.m., flight logs show. The landing at …
Screaming NJ Man Who Asked Flight Attendant For Sex Indicted For Unruly Flight Behavior: Feds Screaming NJ Man Who Asked Flight Attendant For Sex Indicted For Unruly Flight Behavior: Feds
Screaming NJ Man Who Asked Flight Attendant For Sex Indicted For Unruly Flight Behavior: Feds A 26-year-old New Jersey man who asked a flight attendant for sex and tried to open the aircraft's doors multiple times has been indicted by a federal grand jury, authorities said. Eric Nicholas Gapco, of Delanco, a passenger onboard American Airlines flight #2101, assaulted and intimidated a flight attendant and aircraft crew members on July 18, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. The flight originated in Seattle en route to Dallas but was diverted to Salt Lake City where law enforcement arrested him. According to court documents, Gapco failed to follow instructions to remain in his …
NJ Sikhs Terrorized By Texas Man Who Threatened To 'Show Them Heaven': Feds NJ Sikhs Terrorized By Texas Man Who Threatened To 'Show Them Heaven': Feds
NJ Sikhs Terrorized By Texas Man Who Threatened To 'Show Them Heaven': Feds A Texas man threatened to forcibly shave the “top and bottom hair” of a South Jersey Sikh activist, make that person smoke and eat tobacco and “show [them] heaven,” federal authorities charged. Bhushan Athale, 48, left seven voicemails of hate over the course of a single hour on Sept. 17, 2022, threatening to kill his primary target -- along with fellow members of a Sikh nonprofit organization in Burlington County – with a razor blade, they said. The voicemails, from Dallas, were “filled with violent imagery and obscenity” and “contained references to places, people and tenets that are part…
Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Charged With Assaulting Officer Before PGA Championship Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Charged With Assaulting Officer Before PGA Championship
Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Charged With Assaulting Officer Before PGA Championship Scottie Scheffler, the No. 1 golfer in the world and a Bergen County native, has been charged with assaulting a law enforcement officer just before the second round of the PGA Championship, court records show. Scheffler, 27, was trying to drive past the scene of a fatal crash scene involving shuttle bus at the Valhalla Golf Club around 5 a.m. Friday, May 17, when he allegedly dragged an officer at the scene, as reported by ESPN. The reigning Masters champion was ultimately arrested and charged with  felony second-degree assault on a police officer, along with lesser charges of third-de…
Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Wins Second Masters Tournament Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Wins Second Masters Tournament
Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Wins Second Masters Tournament When it comes to golf, it's Scottie Scheffler's world and we're just living it. The Bergen County native won his second Masters Tournament on Sunday, April 14, continuing a dominant run that has seen him win three tournaments since March as he continues to be ranked #1 in the world. Scheffler, 27, got off to a blistering start at Augusta National, scoring a 66 in the first round and entering the final round on a path to victory. He clinched his victory on the last six holes, with three birdies, finishing with a 68. He won his second green jacket by four strokes, taking home $3.6 million in …
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years' Coming Soon 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years' Coming Soon
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years' Coming Soon In just over a month, what's being called the astronomy event of the decade will occur when a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun and the sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Many are planning road trips to places where the best viewing conditions are expected for what Space.com says will be "the longest and most visible for the US in 100 years," with a four-minute duration expected beginning…
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years:' PA City Ranked Among Best Places For Viewing 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years:' PA City Ranked Among Best Places For Viewing
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years:' PA City Ranked Among Best Places For Viewing In just over a month, what's being called the astronomy event of the decade will occur when a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. And one Pennsylvania city has been named among the top 20 best places in the U.S. for viewing. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun and the sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Many are planning road trips to places where the best viewing conditions are expected for what space.com says will be "the l…
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years' Coming Soon: First Projected Cloud Cover Conditions 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years' Coming Soon: First Projected Cloud Cover Conditions
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years' Coming Soon: First Projected Cloud Cover Conditions In just over a month, what's being called the astronomy event of the decade will occur when a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun and the sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Many are planning road trips to places where the best viewing conditions are expected for what space.com says will be "the longest and most visible for the US in 100 years," with a four-minute totality duration beginning…
2026 World Cup Final Heading To MetLife Stadium In New Jersey 2026 World Cup Final Heading To MetLife Stadium In New Jersey
2026 World Cup Final Heading To MetLife Stadium In New Jersey The world's biggest sporting event is coming to the East Rutherford. According to multiple reports, the 2026 men's World Cup final is set to be staged at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, after FIFA spurned bids from those representing Dallas' AT&T Stadium and Stan Kroenke's palace in LA.  The majority of the action will still take place in Texas, with action shared across venues in Mexico and Canada. But the Garden State drew the big straw, bringing the big event back to the area after Giants Stadium played host during the 1994 event. "While this stadium has been more used to hosti…
These Places Will Be Best To View 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years': Here's When These Places Will Be Best To View 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years': Here's When
These Places Will Be Best To View 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years': Here's When It won't be long now. In just over two months, what's being called the astronomy event of the decade will occur when a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Mark your calendar now for Monday, April 8 with four-minute totality duration beginning at 3:13 p.m. Eastern time. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun and the sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. According to space.com, it will be "the longest and most visible for the US in 100 years," w…
Alex Moy Of Toms River Dies Suddenly, 55 Alex Moy Of Toms River Dies Suddenly, 55
Alex Moy Of Toms River Dies Suddenly, 55 A family is rallying for support after the sudden death of Toms River resident Alexander Moy. According to a GoFundMe page, 55-year-old Alexander "Alex" Moy died suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 30. As of Wednesday, Jan. 3, Moy's GoFundMe had raised at least $3,800 from 18 donations. The memorial fundraiser called Moy a great partner, brother, son, friend, and uncle. "He was always happy and lit the room with his contagious laugh," the GoFundMe page said. "He leaves a huge loss in our family and because of this sudden loss, we ask if you can find it in your heart to donate, so we can r…
Two DMV Hospitals Have Busiest Emergency Rooms In America, Report Says Two DMV Hospitals Have Busiest Emergency Rooms In America, Report Says
Two DMV Hospitals Have Busiest Emergency Rooms In America, Report Says Two DMV hospitals have some of the busiest emergency rooms in the nation, according to a new report by Becker's Hospital Review. The list was comprised using data reported by the hospitals themselves, and reflect data from 2022, though start and end dates vary by hospital. While the Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas, TX reported the highest number of visits (226,178), Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church reported 162,335 visits, the report says. Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD, reported 96,476 visits, coming in at No. 44 on the list. Cli…
These Three NJ Hospitals Have Some Of The Busiest Emergency Rooms In America, Report Says These Three NJ Hospitals Have Some Of The Busiest Emergency Rooms In America, Report Says
These Three NJ Hospitals Have Some Of The Busiest Emergency Rooms In America, Report Says Three of New Jersey's hospitals have some of the busiest emergency rooms in America, according to a new report by Becker's Hospital Review. The list was comprised using data reported by the hospitals themselves, and reflect data from 2022, though start and end dates vary by hospital. While the Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas, TX reported the highest number of visits (226,178), Hackensack University Medical Center came in at No. 10 with 133,190 visits. No. 23 is St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson with 112,690 visits, and No. 35 is Morristown…
Democrats, Republicans Agree: Boston Voted Second-Safest City In US, New Gallup Poll Finds Democrats, Republicans Agree: Boston Voted Second-Safest City In US, New Gallup Poll Finds
Democrats, Republicans Agree: Boston Voted Second-Safest City In US, New Gallup Poll Finds Almost three-quarters of Americans think that Boston is one of the safest cities in the country, according to new poll.  It's one of the few things Republicans and Democrats agree on these days. However, a person's political party is becoming a driving factor in what they consider is safe.  In a Gallup poll, 74 percent of Americans believed Boston was a safe city to live in or visit. The survey looked at 16 of the country's biggest cities. Only Dallas performed better.  Seattle, Las Vegas, and Miami followed Boston as third, fourth, and fifth-safest cities, respectivel…
$500K Scheme: Hudson Valley Man Stole From Retirement Accounts $500K Scheme: Hudson Valley Man Stole From Retirement Accounts
$500K Scheme: Hudson Valley Man Stole From Retirement Accounts A former financial advisor from the Hudson Valley has been convicted of participating in a scheme to steal from a retirement fund sponsored by a labor union for law enforcement employees.  Putnam County resident Andrew Brown, age 55, of Putnam Valley, was convicted of defrauding members of the Law Enforcement Employees Benevolent Association (LEEBA), a labor union for law enforcement officers employed by New York City, the US Attorney's Office for Southern District of New York announced on Wednesday, May 31.  Brown, along with former LEEBA President and New York State Tr…
Sussex County Juniors, EMS Volunteers Hoping To Represent NJ In National Leadership Conference Sussex County Juniors, EMS Volunteers Hoping To Represent NJ In National Leadership Conference
Sussex County Juniors, EMS Volunteers Hoping To Represent NJ In National Leadership Conference Two Sussex County juniors and dedicated emergency squad volunteers are hoping to represent New Jersey during a national leadership conference in Dallas — and they’re more than halfway there with the help of community backing. Vernon Township High School’s HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) chapter has never qualified for the National Leadership Conference — until this year, two teams earned the distinct honor, a GoFundMe launched by current junior Avery Crafton says. According to the campaign, two students, Daniel Lovett and Marissa Ajamian, placed second statewide in the Emergen…
Texas Creep Filmed Child, Unassuming Strangers In Bathroom Stalls In Virginia: Police Texas Creep Filmed Child, Unassuming Strangers In Bathroom Stalls In Virginia: Police
Texas Creep Filmed Child, Unassuming Strangers In Bathroom Stalls In Virginia: Police A 32-year-old man from Texas who was caught filming a juvenile inside of a Virginia restaurant bathroom without knowledge or consent was found with an arsenal of similar photos on his phone, authorities said. Loudoun County Sheriff's deputies were called to Sense of Thai St restaurant on Exchange Street in Ashburn Sunday, May 14, on reports that a man later identified as William M. O'Brien, of Dallas, TX, had taken a photo of video of a child in a bathroom, the LCSD said. Deputies tracked down O'Brien inside of the restaurant, and upon examination of his cell phone, found multiple videos ap…
Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Ranked #1 Following PGA Championship Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Ranked #1 Following PGA Championship
Ridgewood's Scottie Scheffler Ranked #1 Following PGA Championship Scottie Scheffler, a Bergen County native, is back on top. Scheffler is currently the #1 ranked golfer on the PGA Tour following his second place finish at the PGA Championship in Rochester, where he finished two strokes behind winner Brooks Koepeka.  At the PGA Championship, Scheffler got off to a hot start, with a -5 after two rounds. He struggled in the third round, carding a +3, but rebounded in the final round with a -5. With his second place finish, Scheffler earned $1.54 million in prize money. Last year, Scheffler became the first New Jersey native to win the Masters. The…
Bergen's Scottie Scheffler Finishes Tied For 10th At Masters Bergen's Scottie Scheffler Finishes Tied For 10th At Masters
Bergen's Scottie Scheffler Finishes Tied For 10th At Masters Scottie Scheffler's time as reigning Masters champion is over.  The Bergen County native finished in a tie for 10th place at the Masters Tournament after winning the tournament last year. Scheffler shot a -4, eight strokes behind the winner, Jon Rahm.  Scheffler got off to a hot start at the tournament in round 1, but stumbled in round 2, carding a +3. He rebounded in the final two rounds, shooting a combined -3. Don't feel too bad for Scheffler though. By finishing in 10th place, he earned $432,000 in prize money. Scheffler is the first New Jersey native to win the Masters. Hav…