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Minneapolis Mother and Son Share Protest Legacy

Minneapolis Mother and Son Share Protest Legacy

A Minneapolis family discusses their commitment to activism and social change in a StoryCorps interview aired on Morning Edition. The conversation explores how the tradition of protesting has become an integral part of their family identity.

5/8/2026
South Jersey Beat
Trump-Appointed Council Recommends Major FEMA Overhaul

Trump-Appointed Council Recommends Major FEMA Overhaul

A review council established by President Trump has issued recommendations calling for significant changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The announcement marks a potentially pivotal moment for the nation's primary disaster response organization.

5/8/2026
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U.S. Navy Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Navy Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz

The United States military intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday and conducted retaliatory strikes against Iranian military facilities. The exchange marks a significant escalation in the two-month conflict that has disrupted global shipping and energy markets.

5/7/2026
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Lynn Social Worker Faces Financial Strain Amid Rising Costs

Lynn Social Worker Faces Financial Strain Amid Rising Costs

Dalene Basden has spent over three decades helping families with special needs children in Lynn, Massachusetts. Now, as gas and grocery prices surge, the 71-year-old program director finds herself struggling to make ends meet while battling cancer.

5/7/2026
South Jersey Beat
State Reopens Criminal Probe into Epstein Ranch Allegations

State Reopens Criminal Probe into Epstein Ranch Allegations

New Mexico authorities have launched dual investigations into alleged crimes at Jeffrey Epstein's former 10,000-acre ranch, reopening a dormant criminal case while establishing a legislative committee to examine abuse allegations at the property.

5/7/2026
South Jersey Beat
Atlantic County Sergeant Earns Top Academic Honors

Atlantic County Sergeant Earns Top Academic Honors

Sgt. Jason Salter of the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office has graduated from the prestigious New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police Command and Leadership Academy, earning the highest final score in his regional class and taking home the Chief Harry Wilde Academic Excellence Award.

5/7/2026
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Coast Guard Awards $400M Contract for Cape May Facility

Coast Guard Awards $400M Contract for Cape May Facility

The Coast Guard has awarded its largest-ever shoreside construction contract to modernize Training Center Cape May, with plans to expand recruit capacity and replace aging facilities including a fire station dating back to the 1920s.

5/7/2026
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Epstein's Alleged Suicide Note Unsealed by Federal Judge

Epstein's Alleged Suicide Note Unsealed by Federal Judge

A federal judge has unsealed what is purported to be Jeffrey Epstein's suicide note, revealing a brief, handwritten message found by his former cellmate. The Justice Department has not verified the document's authenticity.

5/7/2026
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Top Tennis Star Joins French Open Prize Dispute

Top Tennis Star Joins French Open Prize Dispute

World-ranked tennis player Jannik Sinner has added his voice to growing protests over prize money distribution at major tournaments. Players are demanding a larger share of tournament revenues, with hopes that Wimbledon and the US Open will respond to their concerns.

5/7/2026
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Players Era Championships Expands to 24 Teams

Players Era Championships Expands to 24 Teams

The Players Era Men's Championships, a November basketball tournament, is expanding from its current format to include 24 teams. ESPN has secured exclusive broadcast rights through a new multiyear partnership agreement with EverWonder Studio's Players Era division.

5/7/2026
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Spurs Dominate Timberwolves in Historic Playoff Rout

Spurs Dominate Timberwolves in Historic Playoff Rout

Victor Wembanyama delivered 19 points and 15 rebounds as the Spurs dismantled the Timberwolves 133-95 on Wednesday night, handing Minnesota its worst postseason defeat in franchise history and evening the Western Conference semifinal series at one game apiece.

5/7/2026
South Jersey Beat
Air Guard Crash Recovery Drill at Aviation Museum

Air Guard Crash Recovery Drill at Aviation Museum

The New Jersey Air National Guard's 177th Fighter Wing will conduct a specialized training exercise at Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum on May 14, giving visitors a rare chance to watch elite recovery teams in action with the museum's F-16 Fighting Falcon.

5/7/2026
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