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December 30

Drone search launched for runaway wallaby in New Jersey that can reach 35 mph: ‘They get hoppin’

Missing wallaby spotted in Walmart parking lot after hopping away from New Jersey farm. Rex can leap 10 feet and reach speeds up to 35 mph, owner says.

December 30

Maine nonprofit with Somali ties reportedly sees state funding shut off after fraud claims

Maine suspends funding to Gateway Community Services after fraud allegations surface, with state seeking over $1 million in improper Medicaid payments.

December 30

Brown University implements campus-wide security overhaul after mass shooting leaves 2 dead, 9 wounded

Brown University announces new safety measures including security cameras after Dec. 13 mass shooting that killed two students in engineering building.

December 29

Trucker slapped with charges in fatal driving incident previously immigrated to US illegally: source

A trucker who allegedly killed three in a reckless driving incident in Virginia immigrated to the U.S. illegally in the 1990's, according to a federal law enforcement source.

December 29

Deadly midair helicopter collision in New Jersey kills 2

Two helicopters collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey, killing both pilots, authorities said.

December 29

Socialist wins pile up after GOP’s brutal 2025 off-year election losses

Republicans suffered major losses as socialist and progressive candidates won key races nationwide, from NYC mayor to Minneapolis City Council seats.

December 29

Delaware trooper’s final act of heroism highlighted as Tunnel to Towers rallies support for his young family

Delaware state trooper killed in heroic sacrifice gets new hope as charity pledges to pay off mortgage for his widow and baby daughter left behind.

December 29

Pennsylvania man charged after killing mother, wounding father after Christmas

A Pennsylvania man man was charged for allegedly shooting his parents the day after Christmas, killing his mother and wounding his father.

December 28

Record-breaking flu numbers reported in New York state, sparking warnings from officials

New York reports record flu surge with over 71,000 cases in one week - the highest since tracking began in 2004. Health officials urge vaccination.

December 27

Massive blaze engulfs historic New England wharf; firefighters race to contain flames

Fire crews in Portland, Maine, battled a major blaze at Custom House Wharf, containing flames by 7:22 p.m. One building was destroyed, and boats were damaged in the area.