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Mississippi AG: Deadly Toddler Shooting Justified

Mississippi AG: Deadly Toddler Shooting Justified

The Mississippi Attorney General has determined that officers did not use excessive force when a toddler died during a police shooting in June. The finding, reported by NPR, closes a key phase of the state's review but leaves questions about the circumstances of the child's death.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
A 2,600-Mile Sound Map of the Pacific Crest Trail

A 2,600-Mile Sound Map of the Pacific Crest Trail

A hiker is documenting the wilderness of the Pacific Crest Trail through hundreds of audio recordings gathered over roughly 6 million steps. The project, featured by NPR, captures the sounds of a 2,600-mile journey.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Jersey Expands Marine Protections to 21.7% of Waters

Jersey Expands Marine Protections to 21.7% of Waters

The Bailiwick of Jersey has extended safeguards against trawling and other damaging fishing methods to 21.7% of its territorial seas, with new rules taking effect September 1. Environment Minister Mary Le Hegerat and marine resources head Francis Binney frame the move as a balance between conservation and a viable fishing sector.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Mail-in Ballot Turnout Lags Ahead of Nov. 3 Election

Mail-in Ballot Turnout Lags Ahead of Nov. 3 Election

With two weeks until the Nov. 3 midterm elections, mail-in ballot returns in New Jersey are significantly lower than in recent general elections, according to the Cape May County Herald. The drop-off raises questions about voter enthusiasm and the role of mail voting in this year's contests.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Nor'easter Skirts Coast, Flooding and Erosion Threaten NJ

Nor'easter Skirts Coast, Flooding and Erosion Threaten NJ

A nor'easter staying offshore is still bringing flooding and beach erosion concerns to New Jersey, according to the Press of Atlantic City. Coastal communities should stay alert as the storm's impacts linger.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Al Leong, 'Die Hard' Actor, Hospitalized After Stroke

Al Leong, 'Die Hard' Actor, Hospitalized After Stroke

Al Leong, the actor and stuntman known for playing Uli in 'Die Hard,' was hospitalized last week after suffering a stroke in California, according to TMZ. His family is requesting privacy, and his condition has not been disclosed.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Christina Applegate Reveals MS Misdiagnosis, Says Symptoms Persist

Christina Applegate Reveals MS Misdiagnosis, Says Symptoms Persist

Christina Applegate returned to her podcast "MeSsy" on Tuesday and disclosed that she does not have multiple sclerosis, contrary to her 2021 diagnosis. She was joined by Cedars-Sinai neurologist Doctor Marwa Kaisey, who explained that misdiagnosis occurs in about 1 in 5 cases.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Teens Turn Cancer Biology Into Card Game for Kids

Teens Turn Cancer Biology Into Card Game for Kids

Daniel Zhang and Zachary Tou, both 17, created Tumor Tactics, a Pokémon-inspired card game that teaches children cancer biology. The student-led nonprofit runs workshops in San Diego schools for students from kindergarten through eighth grade.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
Jay-Z Picks Himself for Super Bowl LXI Halftime

Jay-Z Picks Himself for Super Bowl LXI Halftime

Jay-Z, whose Roc Nation produces the Super Bowl halftime show, has reportedly chosen himself to headline Super Bowl LXI at SoFi Stadium on Feb. 14, 2027, according to Puck News. Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber were reportedly under consideration.

10/20/2026
South Jersey Beat
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