HALF OF THE DEVASTATING NEW JERSEY WILDFIRE IS NOW CONTAINED - BUT OTHER FIRES ARE SPRINGING UP ACROSS THE NORTHEAST!

wildfireNew YorkNew JerseyJennings Creek FireNortheast

Share:

Big wins in the fight against the Jennings Creek Fire!
The wildfire that's been tearing through New York and New Jersey is now 50% contained!
Firefighters have been working hard, conducting controlled burns to eliminate dry vegetation and prevent the blaze from spreading.
But it's not all good news - other fires are popping up across the Northeast due to a record-breaking dry spell.
Just yesterday, a brush fire broke out on the northern tip of Manhattan in a wooded park.

Stay safe and keep an eye on the news for updates!

wildfire
New York
New Jersey
Jennings Creek Fire
Northeast

Related articles:

Tragic Death of a Homeless Woman in a New York Subway Fire

arrestNew Yorkhomelessnessfiresubway

In a horrific incident, a 57-year-old woman from New Jersey, identified as Debrina Kawam, was burned to death while sleeping on a subway train in Brooklyn on Dec. 22. The suspect, Sebastian Zapeta, has been charged with murder and arson. The victim had a brief stint in the homeless shelter system, and the NYC mayor has called for people to not live on the subway system but in a place of care. This incident highlights the dangers and challenges faced by homeless individuals in the city.

Q: Who was the victim of the tragic subway fire in New York?
A: Debrina Kawam, a 57-year-old woman from New Jersey.

. Luigi Mangione Faces New York State Charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's Murder .

MurderCEONew YorkUnitedHealthcareLuigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder and terrorism charges in the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.** Mangione was found with a notebook expressing hostility towards the health insurance industry and wealthy executives. He is facing both state and federal charges, but the state case is expected to proceed first. The federal charges raise double jeopardy concerns and open the possibility of the death penalty. Mangione was flanked by heavily armed guards during his extradition from Pennsylvania to New York last week.

FAA Clamps Down on Drone Flights Across Northeast

dronesFAANew YorkNew Jerseyrestrictions

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued temporary restrictions on drone flights in the Northeast due to increased sightings in recent weeks.** The restrictions, which affect New York and New Jersey, last through Jan. 18, 2025, and apply to some of the most populated areas in the Empire State, including nearly every NYC borough. The FAA has issued 27 No-Fly Zone notices for 'special security reasons'. **Exceptions to the restrictions include national defense, homeland security, law enforcement, firefighting and rescue services, or disaster response, as well as commercial drones used with a valid statement of work and an approved Special Government Interest waiver.

Unidentified Drone Sightings in New Jersey: What's the Latest?

investigationdronesNew JerseyPentagonmanned aircraft

What's Going On?
There's been a bunch of mysterious drones flying around New Jersey lately. But don't panic just yet! The Pentagon says there's no evidence of a foreign threat. Phew!

Who's Looking Into It?
The National Security Council, Department of Homeland Security, and FBI are all on the case, trying to figure out where these drones are coming from.

What Do We Know?

  • Many sightings turned out to be lawful manned aircraft.
  • The investigation is ongoing.

Stay Tuned!
We'll keep you updated as more info comes in. Don't forget to enable browser notifications for breaking news!

Mysterious Drones Over New Jersey: The Latest Update

investigationdronesNew JerseyPentagonUAPs

Who's behind the mysterious drones over New Jersey?** The Pentagon says it has no evidence of foreign involvement or U.S. military drones. Despite over 3,000 sightings, the FBI hasn't identified the culprits yet. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration had banned drone flights in parts of New Jersey, but the drones kept coming. Sabrina Singh, the Pentagon press secretary, assured that the drones were not coming from a foreign entity or adversary. Rep. Jefferson Van Drew's (R-NJ) theory of an Iranian 'mothership' launching drones towards the U.S. was also dismissed. Theories about what the drones are have ranged from secret military programs to UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena). The investigation is ongoing, and some reported sightings could be drones or 'small airplanes.'

Luxury Real Estate Agents Charged with Sex Trafficking in New York and Florida

newscrimeFloridareal estateNew York

Two luxury real estate agents, Oren and Tal Alexander, along with their brother Alon, have been charged with drugging and raping dozens of women. The alleged crimes took place in New York City and Miami from 2010 to 2021. The brothers used their positions to lure women into traveling with them or attending parties with promises of romantic relationships, then drugged and raped them. The victims were often given drugs such as cocaine and GHB or had their drinks secretly spiked. The brothers are also accused of physically restraining and ignoring screams during the assaults. Three of the brothers were arrested in Florida and will be taken to New York. One suspect, Ohad Fisherman, is still at large. The brothers deny the allegations.

New Jersey Declares Limited State of Emergency Over Mysterious Drones

TrumpFBIdronesemergencyNew Jersey

Mysterious drones have been causing frustration in New Jersey, prompting a limited state of emergency. Officials don't know who they belong to or why they're there. The drones have been seen near a military installation and President-elect Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course. The FBI is investigating, and local mayors are demanding action. Here's what we know so far.

Fast-Moving Wildfire Forces Evacuations Near Malibu: Over 1,800 Acres Burned, High-Wind Warning Issued

climate changeCaliforniawildfireMalibuevacuations

A fast-moving wildfire, dubbed the Franklin Fire, has forced evacuations in eastern Malibu, California. The blaze has burned over 1,800 acres, threatening structures and causing power outages. High winds have made the fire difficult to contain, with 6,000 people under evacuation orders. This comes as California faces increased wildfire risk due to climate change.

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized After 'Alarming Blood Test' as Leukemia Diagnosis Confirmed

Harvey WeinsteinNew Yorkleukemiahospitalized#MeToo

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized after receiving an 'alarming blood test' result, as his representative confirms a leukemia diagnosis.** Weinstein's team has been adamant about his declining health in recent months, claiming he is 'basically getting no treatment' for his various medical issues. A New York appeals court overturned Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction this past April, ordering a new trial in a stunning reversal of a landmark #MeToo case. Weinstein's lawyer first filed an appeal in his New York case in January 2023, claiming the entertainment mogul didn't receive a 'fair trial.'

Monsignor Jamie Gigantiello Removed From Duties After Sabrina Carpenter Music Video Controversy

ControversyMusic VideoCorruptionNew YorkSabrina Carpenter

Monsignor Jamie Gigantiello, the leader of a church in New York where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed a controversial music video, has been relieved of his duties after an investigation uncovered mismanagement and administrative impropriety.** Among the violations were using the church's credit card for personal expenses and transferring $1.9m in parish funds to a former aide in the Adams administration, which is under a corruption probe. Gigantiello has also been cut from his pastoral duties but will still be able to say mass with permission from the new parish administrator, Bishop Witold Mroziewski.

Carpenter, who made light of the situation, has not been accused of any wrongdoing.

A Mysterious Case of a Butchered Dolphin on a New Jersey Beach

investigationdolphinNew JerseybutcheredNOAA

A gruesome discovery was made on a New Jersey beach:** the butchered remains of a common dolphin were found, with most of its flesh and organs removed. Witnesses reported seeing a dolphin of the same species struggling in the surf the day before, but it was able to swim back out to sea. The case is being investigated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Office of Law Enforcement. The common dolphin is not listed as threatened or endangered.

**What happened to the dolphin?

Teens Arrested Over Attack on Former New York Governor David Paterson

PoliticsCrimeNew York

Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with an attack on former New York Governor David Paterson and his stepson while walking their dog in Manhattan. The pair were treated at a local hospital for injuries to their faces. The 12-year-old male suspect has been charged with second-degree gang assault, and a 13-year-old male suspect has been charged with third-degree gang assault. The search for five suspects continues.

Southern California Firefighters Injured in Highway Crash

firefightershighwaycrashorangecountywildfire

Eight Southern California firefighters were injured in a severe highway crash involving a fire truck on Thursday. The fire truck was transporting a ground crew after a 12-hour shift fighting the massive Airport Fire wildfire in Orange County. The vehicle swerved to avoid a ladder in the road, causing it to strike a guard rail and overturn. The firefighters are currently undergoing a formal critical incident stress debriefing. Let's keep them in our thoughts and prayers as they begin their long road to recovery. #firefighters #highwaycrash #orangecounty #wildfire