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Kamala Harris’ family, stepdaughter defend her over ‘childless cat ladies’ comments – NBC New York
Members of Kamala Harris’ family are weighing in on Sen. JD Vance’s previous comments about “childless cat ladies” running the U.S. government. On Thursday, film producer Kerstin Emhoff, the ex-wife of Harris’ husband, Doug Emhoff, responded to Vance’s remarks. “These are baseless attacks,” Kerstin Emhoff told CNN. “For over 10 years, since Cole and Ella were teenagers, Kamala has been a co-parent with Doug…
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NY, NJ, CT school systems among best in U.S., says WalletHub – NBC New York
What to Know A quality school system is at the forefront for any parent when it comes to their children’s future, particularly when many consider that academic resources can pave the way for future success. With this in mind, WalletHub looked into the states with the best and worst school systems for 2024. According to WalletHub, not only does the…
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what to know – NBC New York
One person in New Jersey has died and at least nine have been sickened in the tri-state from a listeria outbreaking likely linked to sliced deli meats, according to a new warning from the Centers for Disease Control. Another person died in Illinois and a total of 28 illnesses have been reported across 12 states, the CDC said. “Many people…
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Meteor likely passed over Manhattan, Statue of Liberty – NBC New York
A number of tri-state area residents reported feeling a shaking or hearing a loud boom Tuesday morning leading to quite the mystery. NASA is estimating a meteor passed through the area between 10 a.m. and noon and would account for people saying they saw a fireball in the sky. NASA said simultaneous military activity in the area may account the…
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Richard Simmons dead at 76 – NBC New York
Fitness guru Richard Simmons, whose iconic weight-loss programs made him a household name in the 70s and 80s, has died at the age of 76, two law enforcement sources confirmed to NBC News. Simmons, whose energetic and flamboyant attitude made him a legend in the fitness community, was found unresponsive in his Hollywood Hills home Saturday morning. The Los Angeles…
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Costco hikes membership fee for the first time since 2017 – NBC New York
Costco is hiking its annual membership fees in the U.S. and Canada by $5, and raising the cost of its higher-tier membership by $10. It is the first increase since 2017. Costco relies on the fees to keep prices low as it competes with rivals such as Sam’s Club and BJ’s. You will soon have to pay more if you…
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In Pa., President Biden looks to strengthen campaign – NBC New York
President Joe Biden urged supporters to stay unified behind him at a rousing Black church service Sunday where the pastor referenced biblical teachings in declaring “never count Joseph out,” and blamed jealousy for intensifying pressure from some Democrats to abandon his reelection bid. Speaking from a stage flanked by sunshine from a pair of stained-glass windows at Mount Airy Church…
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Miki Sudo breaks Nathan’s hot dog eating record; Patrick Bertoletti wins first men’s title – NBC New York
Dental hygiene student Miki Sudo of Florida has won her 10th title at the annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. Sudo consumed 51 hot dogs in 10 minutes on Thursday in New York City — and set a new world record for women. The 38-year-old defending champion last year won after forcing down 39 1/2 hot…
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Judge calls Jeffrey Epstein ‘most infamous pedophile in American history’ – NBC New York
A Florida judge released Monday afternoon the transcripts of a 2006 grand jury investigation that looked into sex trafficking and rape allegations made against the late millionaire and financier Jeffrey Epstein. The judge’s release of the approximately 150 pages came as a surprise as he had scheduled a hearing for next week on when and how to release them. Gov.…
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Storms arrive late Saturday, more Sunday night for hot and humid Pride – NBC New York
After a gorgeous Friday, storms are back in the forecast this weekend. High pressure, which delivered the spectacular finish to the work week, moves offshore this weekend. That ushers in a south wind and turns up the heat and humidity ahead of a cold front. Saturday becomes increasingly sticky as the day goes on but is largely rain-free — until the…
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