Homes ‘engulfed in flames’ from N.S. wildfire, residents in Halifax suburb evacuated

PHILADELPHIA - It's Pride Month, and Philadelphia is showing theirs with a massive, record-breaking symbol as the city gets ready to celebrate this weekend.A custom 200-foot Pride Flag crafted by local artists in Pennsylvania was unveiled on Good Day Philadelphia Friday morning.The massive flag took over part of Independence National Historical Park as its vibrant colors marched across the lawn."A big pride flag for a big community that’s spreading big love around the city for Pride Month," said Tyrell Brown, executive director of Pride 365. "Go big or home Philadelphia."MORE HEADLINES:The flag will make its next appearance during Philadelphia's "Love, Light and Liberation" Pride Parade, which kicks off at 10:30 a.m.

BURLINGTON COUNTY, N.J. - A new major wildfire is threatening several homes in Burlington County, prompting a large response from local emergency crews Saturday morning.The Flatiron Wildfire is currently 0 percent contained as it reaches 100 acres near Elderberry Drive and Jackson Road in Medford.Fire crews have started backfiring operations in an effort to protect homes in the area.MORE HEADLINES:Twenty residential structures are currently threatened by the fire, according to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. Medford-Jackson Road is also closed until further notice.This wildfire is just about 40 miles away from the Allen Road Fire that erupted just days ago in Tuckerton, and has torched thousands of acres.

Billy-Joe Tuccaro, the chief of Mikisew Cree First Nation, said four homes have been destroyed by the wildfire that’s burning near Fort Chipewyan in northern Alberta.

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden plans to discuss the contentious, just-passed budget deal in a speech to the nation Friday night, ready to sign the agreement averting the country's first-ever government default, which would have sent shock waves through the U.S. and global economies.The measure was approved late Thursday night after passing the House in yet another late session the night before.

TUCKERTON, NJ - A massive wildfire in New Jersey consumed thousands of acres of forest and forced dozens of people to leave their homes as firefighters work to extinguish the flames. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said the Bass River State Forest wildfire is 50% contained and has scorched 5,000 acres. The blaze was first detected around 5 p.m. Wednesday by a state-owned fire tower off Allen Road in Tuckerton, New Jersey.

MAURICE RIVER, N.J. - A search for a man for attempting to abduct a young boy from a local Wawa has come to a close, according to New Jersey State Police. Authorities say the unidentified man tried to abduct a 7-year-old boy from the bathroom of the Wawa on Highway 47 in Maurice River on Sunday. According to police, the suspect offered the boy candy to leave with him. After the boy said no, the man grabbed him by the arm and tried to abduct him, officials say. RELATED: Video: Man wanted for trying to abduct 7-year-old from Wawa in South Jersey, police sayThe boy was able to escape and return to his family, per police. On Wednesday, police released surveillance images and video of the suspect, showing him enter and exit the store before and after the alleged attempted abduction. New Jersey State Police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate a man they say tried to abduct a 7-year-old boy in broad daylight Sunday.Days later, on Friday, state police announced that the suspect was in police custody.

wildfires in Nova Scotia — including the largest wildfire ever recorded in provincial history — could get some welcome relief Friday with rain in the forecast.Environment Canada forecasts a 60 per cent chance of showers Friday, with rain beginning in the evening. Periods of rain are also expected for the next few days.Officials have said the hot, dry weather seen so far this wildfire season is making it easier for the fire to spread and harder for crews to fight.David Steeves, a technician of forest resources with the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables, said while a smattering of rain seen earlier Friday morning was “really welcomed,” it “wasn’t enough to be really significant.”He said the amount that fell Friday morning would only have a small effect on the “fine fuels” — such as leaves, twigs, and other things littering the forest floor.“The precipitation that we received this morning would buy us a few hours, but we will take that advantage right now,” Steeves said, noting that the moisture is quickly evaporating.“We are hopeful that we are going to receive additional, precipitation which will only help our cause,” he said.“We are going to continue to monitor the weather very, very closely, and just keep our fingers crossed for any type of precipitation that’s hopefully going to come our way before too much longer.”Dave Meldrum, deputy chief with Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency, said he’s “never been so happy to see rain as I was this morning.”“I’m sure many people across the region feel the same way,” he said.

PHILADELPHIA - The widow of fallen Temple University Police Sergeant Chris Fitzgerald is calling for justice and accountability for her husband's alleged killer and the 18-year-old's parents. On Thursday, the Fitzgerald family filed a civil lawsuit against Miles Pfeffer, his parents and his mother's boyfriend in relation to the shooting death of the beloved officer. According to Marrone Law Firm, LLC, the lawsuit alleges Pfeffer's parents and his mother's boyfriend are liable for negligence and wrongful death in the fatal shooting. The suit also names Pfeffer for wrongful death, assault and battery. RELATED: Family of slain Temple University officer Sgt. Fitzgerald file civil lawsuit against alleged killer's parentsMarissa Fitzgerald joined Good Day Philadelphia with her family's attorney Joe Marrone to discuss the lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges Pfeffer's mother, her boyfriend and Pfeffer's father knew about his "mental instability, propensity for violence, and interest in firearms," and did nothing to stop him.RELATED SGT. FITZGERALD COVERAGE Marissa says the days have not gotten any easier since the death of her husband three months ago.

Crews are battling a large fire at the historic Waegwoltic Club in Halifax, as Nova Scotia deals with scorching temperatures and out-of-control wildfires.

The Salvation Army in 1938 established National Doughnut Day to honor the organization's Donut Lassies – women who traveled to France to serve donuts and other snacks to soldiers during World War I. These women are credited with popularizing the donut in the United States after the troops came back from fighting in Europe.So, whether it’s a classic doughnut from Dunkin’ or a cinnamon sugar doughnut from Shipley’s, there are many free treats and specials available for the unofficial holiday. Krispy Kreme is leading the charge with its enticing offers.

PHILADELPHIA - The family of the officer who became Temple University Police Department's first line-of-duty death has filed a lawsuit against his alleged killer's parents. According to Marrone Law Firm, LLC, the legal representation for the family of Sgt. Chris Fitzgerald, the civil action lawsuit was filed against 18-year-old Miles Pfeffer's father, mother and the mother's boyfriend. The lawsuit was filed in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas on Thursday morning, alleging the trio is liable for negligence and wrongful death in the fatal shooting.

ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (FOX 9) - A young black bear scared a man as he relaxed outside his Asheville, North Carolina, home on Wednesday.A security camera (watch it in the player above) on David Oppenheimer's home captured the bear cautiously approaching him while he was scrolling on his phone outside. Oppenheimer jumped in surprise when he noticed the bear nearly at his feet."Hi bear, we're going to be famous," Oppenheimer said while trying to keep the animal calm.Oppenheimer then took out his phone and began recording as the bear inspected his coffee, to which he said, "Please don't drink my coffee." The bear then wandered onto Oppenheimer's deck, before strolling away.Oppenheimer told Storyful black bears frequent his neighborhood.Not even a Diaper Genie is safe against a black bear.

wildfires as the eastern province, like other parts of the country, faces a “dangerous” season this year.International firefighters are also coming into the country to help with Canada’s “unprecedented” wildfire situation with blazes in eight jurisdictions promoting the evacuation of tens of thousands of people.Federal ministers made the announcement at a news conference in Ottawa Thursday, expressing concern about the early onset of the wildfire season and the ongoing risks to Canadians.Nova Scotia is the second province to receive federal assistance for wildfires this year after Alberta, where a provincial state of emergency is in effect.Last night, we approved the Request for Federal Assistance from the Government of Nova Scotia for support with wildfire response efforts in the province, including @CanadianForces personnel and resources.— Bill Blair (@BillBlair) June 1, 2023“As of this morning, I can confirm that we have approved a request for assistance from the province of Nova Scotia that we received yesterday,” Blair said.Canadian Armed Forces will aid provincial emergency management officials with planning and coordination supports, ignition specialist personnel and equipment, and other firefighting resources.“These additional firefighting resources will be used to relieve firefighters who’ve been working tirelessly around the clock to protect communities right across Nova Scotia,” he said.In addition, more than 300 firefighters from the United States and South Africa are heading to Canada in the coming days.Federal officials say at least 100 U.S.

TUCKERTON, NJ - Emergency fire crews are responding to another wildfire burning in New Jersey. According to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, a wildfire is burning in the area of Allen Road in the Bass River State Forest. The fire quickly grew to 3,000 acres in size after forming on Wednesday evening. Visitors and residents have been asked to avoid the area as service crews begin a backfiring operation to contain the spread. A wildfire burning in Bass River State Forest has spread to thousands of acres as crews work to extinguish flames. SKYFOX flew over the forest, where clouds of smoke could be seen.MORE LOCAL HEADLINESA wildfire is burning in Bass River State Forest in Burlington County, officials say.

wildfire burning in the Halifax area, but officials warn there’s a lot of work left to do.In an update Thursday morning, David Steeves, a technician of forest resources with the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables, said the fire in the Tantallon and Hammonds Plains area is about 50 per cent contained.“So that is a little bit of bright news, but that being said, we are far from being out of the woods,” said Steeves.“Just because we do have a level of percentage of containment does not mean that the … importance of safety in this situation has lowered.”The blaze broke out Sunday afternoon in the Tantallon area, about a 30-minute drive from downtown Halifax, and has since grown to about 837 hectares. The fire has destroyed about 200 buildings, including 150 homes, and forced the evacuation of more than 16,400 people.On Wednesday evening, the evacuation order for the Indigo Shores subdivision was lifted.

TUCKERTON, NJ - Emergency fire crews are responding to another wildfire burning in New Jersey. According to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, a wildfire is burning in the area of Allen Road in the Bass River State Forest. Visitors and residents have been asked to avoid the area as service crews begin a backfiring operation to contain the spread. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESOfficials say Allen Road and Oswego Road are closed.

KENSINGTON - Gunshots fired inside a Kensington home ended with a suspect dead and an officer shot in the hand.Officers were called to the 2800 block of Ruth Street, in Philadelphia's Kensington section, just before 7 p.m. on a report of gunshots.When they arrived, they realized a commotion was taking place inside a residence.

PHILADELPHIA - Firefighters in Philadelphia are battling a massive junkyard fire that has raised air quality concerns for nearby residents. Firefighters from the Philadelphia Fire Department were called to the junkyard near the intersection of Harbison and Torresdale avenues around 3:30 p.m. SkyFOX flew over the inferno and captured plumes of dense black smoke rising high about the city. Officials instructed residents that live near the fire to avoid the area and stay inside as much as possible. The city has dispatched inspectors to check the air quality for potentially hazardous materials. If going outside is unavoidable, the city advised resident that strenuous exercise and areas of high congestion should be limited. People with underlying medical conditions should monitor for symptoms, including trouble breathing, nausea, and dizziness. Air quality in and around Philadelphia was already poor due to the burning wildfires in Halifax, Nova Scotia that prompted a Code Orange locally.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 18: Musician Zach Bryan performs onstage during the 'American Heartbreak' tour at The Wiltern on October 18, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images) ALBANY, N.Y. - If there's one thing Zach Bryan will not stand for is someone trying to take his guitar. The country singer recently kicked a fan out of his Albany, New York, concert after she grabbed his guitar while Bryan was walking through a crowd. Video of the incident surfaced on social media. Bryan then took to Twitter to express his feelings. RELATED: Jewel's 'disrespectful' national anthem joins Roseanne Barr, Jimmy Buffett accused of 'butchering' song"I give J-45’s out at a lot of concerts," Bryan tweeted.

Eamonn Holmes has claimed that one sentence about Covid-19 got him sacked from This Morning after 15 years of presenting the show on Fridays alongside his wife, Ruth Langsford. The 63 year old, who now presents the GB News breakfast show, appeared on GB News' Dan Wootton Tonight for a bombshell interview in which he blasted Phillip Schofield, Holly Willoughby and ITV itself, amidst ongoing talk of a "toxic" culture at the broadcasting channel.

DELAWARE - Rescue dogs are getting the recognition they deserve, earning a title even more impressive than good dog!Dogs in shelters and foster homes, and lucky ones in forever homes, have officially been named the state dog of Delaware,Delaware Gov.

https://t.co/KPiEcw6AXf pic.twitter.com/Nj9yrCVoMd— hfxgov (@hfxgov) May 31, 2023The blaze broke out Sunday afternoon in the Tantallon area, about a 30-minute drive from downtown Halifax.More than 200 structures — 150 of which are homes — have been destroyed.Mandatory evacuation orders are in place in a number of neighbourhoods, impacting more than 16,400 residents. An evacuation order was issued for some areas in Bedford Tuesday night due to another fire and potential ammonia leak, but was later rescinded.That fire is still ongoing but was “quiet” Wednesday morning, fire officials say.Dave Meldrum, deputy chief with Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency, said the devastation left by the wildfire is a “site of tragedy.”“There’s widespread destruction, and at the same time, there’s a level of randomness that comes with wildfires when they hit the urban interface where people live,” he said.“So there are properties that are unharmed in close proximity to properties that are destroyed.“It’s terrible to see.

US First Lady Jill Biden (R) and President Joe Biden (2nd R) leave Saint Joseph on the Brandywine Catholic Church after memorial mass on the anniversary of the death of their son Beau Biden, on May 30, 2023, in Wilmington, Delaware. The Bidens placed WILMINGTON, Del. - President Joe Biden marked Tuesday’s eighth anniversary of one of the saddest days of his life, the death of his son Beau, by attending a memorial Mass and visiting his gravesite.Biden, his wife, Jill, and other family members prayed for Beau Biden during the Mass at St.

PHILADELPHIA - Smoke from a wildfire more than 600 miles away is impacting the Delaware Valley, bringing hazy conditions to the area and prompting air quality alerts. In Halifax, Nova Scotia, more than 16,000 people have been forced to evacuate as a wildfire burns. Authorities say the fire has burned more than 25,000 acres of land and damaged about 200 homes. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed the wildfires in a tweet, calling the situation "incredibly serious." Despite being hundreds of miles away, smoke from the burning wildfires is impacting the Delaware Valley. A wildfire burning in Nova Scotia has led to code orange air quality alerts in several New Jersey and Pennsylvania counties.In Chester County, the West Chester Fire Department is warning about hazy smoke and a burning odor in the air. Officials say there is no immediate threat to the area, but code orange air quality alerts have been issued for several counties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Sensitive groups like children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions should limit time outside due to the smoke particles in the air. The smoke from the fire will also cause hazy skies and a vibrant-colored sunrise and sunset, according to FOX 29's Sue Serio. FOX 29's Sue Serio has your Wednesday morning weather forecast.

UPPER PROVIDENCE TWP., Pa - A fast-moving brush fire threatened several homes in Delaware County as the region continues to navigate through a dangerous dry spell. Firefighters in Upper Providence Township were dispatched to the southbound side of the Media Bypass just before Route 252 around 11 a.m. Tuesday. Authorities say several brush fires were spotted at different locations between the State Road exit and the Route 252 exit. The quick-moving fires threatened several homes that backed up to the bypass.

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A mandatory evacuation was ordered for parts of Bedford, N.S., just outside Halifax, due to a wildfire and potential ammonia leak.

TRENTON, N.J. - A police pursuit that ended in a crash on a New Jersey highway led to the discovery of firearms stolen from a Pennsylvania gun store, sources say.FOX 29 was on scene at Rt. 29 in Trenton near the Calhoun Street Bridge, where Trenton and Middletown Township Police were investigating and collecting evidence. Police say officers were chasing the car before it crashed on the New Jersey highway. Evidence collected from the vehicle's trunk included multiple firearms, both assault rifles and handguns, with tags from a gun store. Sources tell FOX 29's Steve Keeley, that the chase began in Pennsylvania at a gun store in Bucks County. Five people were captured on surveillance video using a Kia, reported stolen out of Philadelphia, to access the second story of the LugerMan gun store in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, sources say. While inside, the suspects broke glass cases and stole the firearms, per police sources. As officers from the Middletown Township Police Department arrived on scene, they chased the Kia and used stop sticks to disable the vehicle. Law enforcement sources say the vehicle made it over the Calhoun Street Bridge, where Trenton Police got involved, capturing three of the five suspects. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESEugene Golubtsov, the owner of the LugerMan store, spoke with FOX 29 and detailed the events he saw on his store's surveillance video.

devastating wildfire burning near Halifax, which crews are continuing to work on Tuesday.In a statement Monday night, the municipality said a full assessment of the damage cannot yet be confirmed, and the estimated numbers are based on initial visual inspectors by first responders.The municipality said it is currently developing a plan to support affected residents “once detailed mapping is completed.”“It is anticipated that this process will take several days, or maybe longer, as the fires remain active,” it said, adding that representatives from the Insurance Bureau of Canada will be available to speak with affected residents at the evacuation centre at the Canada Games Centre.The blaze broke out Sunday afternoon in the Tantallon area, about a 30-minute drive from downtown Halifax, and has since grown to about 788 hectares. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place in a number of neighbourhoods, impacting more than 16,400 residents.In an update Tuesday morning, Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Deputy Chief Dave Meldrum said most of the 200 damaged structures were single-family homes, but they also included detached buildings like garages and sheds.“Our thoughts are with the residents affected by this terrible fire,” he said.Meldrum said the fire behaviour Monday night was “stable” due to favourable weather conditions and firefighters were able to make some progress.HRFE has 60 firefighters, six engines, 10 tankers and a number of other ancillary units at the scene, he said.

wildfire outside Halifax continues to burn out of control, stories of kindness and heroism are being revealed.The forest fire in the Tantallon and Hammonds Plains areas of Nova Scotia began Sunday afternoon, and was estimated to be 788 hectares by Monday evening. Some 16,000 residents have been evacuated from their homes, while other homes have been destroyed and a local state of emergency was declared.As the flames spread on Sunday, people scrambled to grab their belongings and evacuate the area. Lisa Parsons, the manager of Pampered Paws Inn, sprang into action during the fire and saved 18 dogs from the doggy daycare by running through the bushes.The scratches on her legs tell the tale of what she and her helpers endured.The mission was not easy, and they only had one chance.“The rule was you got to do it (in) one trip,” she said.

Danielle Smith took the podium Monday night to celebrate her victory in the Alberta election, she had a message for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.“Hopefully the prime minister and his caucus are watching tonight,” the newly re-elected premier told a raucous crowd of supporters in Calgary.Indeed, all eyes will be on Alberta as Smith begins her second term, which political watchers say will have implications not just for the province but for the rest of Canada as well.Alberta has always had a testy relationship with the federal government and even other provinces as it defends its profitable energy industry and other interests.But the past four years under the United Conservative Party and during the COVID-19 pandemic have seen Edmonton’s relations with Ottawa grow particularly tempestuous.The question now is whether a fresh start is on the horizon — though experts have doubts.“It’s gospel that the federal government ignores Alberta, and to a degree that is correct,” said Allan Tupper, a political science professor at the University of British Columbia who spent decades teaching in Alberta. “There’s a great deal of resentment.”“At the end of the day, (Smith) has to recognize that she has to deal with the federal government.

PHILADELPHIA - Smoke from a wildfire more than 600 miles away is impacting the Delaware Valley, bringing hazy conditions to the area. In Halifax, Nova Scotia, evacuations are underway as tens of thousands of homes are threatened by a burning wildfire. Several homes in the area have already been burned, officials say. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed the wildfires in a tweet, calling the situation "incredibly serious." Despite being hundreds of miles away, smoke from the burning wildfires is impacting the Delaware Valley. In Chester County, the West Chester Fire Department is warning about hazy smoke and a burning odor in the air. Officials say there is no immediate threat to the area. FOX 29's Sue Serio says clockwise circulation around a low-pressure system is causing the winds to blow in the direction of the Philadelphia area. More smoke is expected to impact areas from New York down to Washington D.C., on Wednesday, according to Serio. Forecasters say it is likely an air quality alerts will be issued in several areas on Wednesday. 

EASTON, Pa. - At least 20 people have been displaced after a fire tore through more than a dozen rowhomes in Northampton County, authorities say. According to officials, the fire broke out just before 4 p.m. on the 900 block of Ferry Street in Easton. Fire crews respond to a fire damaging homes in Easton.  Officials say it took firefighters hours to extinguish the flames. At least three people were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, authorities say. Residents watch as firefighters work to extinguish flames damaging multiple rowhomes on Ferry Street in Easton.  The cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to fire officials. This is a developing story.

MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Crews in Gloucester County are working to contain a wildfire burning throughout Gloucester County. According to the New Jersey Forest Fire Service, the fire is burning in Franklin and Monroe Townships in Gloucester County. The wildfire, named the Box Turtle Fire, is 100 acres in size and has been 0% contained, officials say. Authorities say so far 1 structure was threatened, but there have not been any evacuations or road closures. This is a developing story.

HIGHLANDS, N.J. - A 15-year-old boy died and several other victims were taken to hospitals after six people were pulled from the ocean at an unguarded New Jersey beach over the weekend, authorities said.Officials said it happened at about 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Sandy Hook in the Gateway National Recreation Area.

Deputy Chief Dave Meldrum confirmed the forest fire began as a call on Juneberry Lane in Upper Tantallon, N.S.By now, the out-of-control blaze had destroyed homes, forced the evacuation of thousands of residents, and led to a local state of emergency for the Tantallon and Hammonds Plains areas.While officials haven’t confirmed how many homes were damaged, Meldrum said at least 10 structures were destroyed. The evacuation tally sits at around 14,000.“We have a lot of work to do today, this week, for many days,” Meldrum said.“This is difficult, and residents must be prepared to remain out of their homes for several days, at least.”Drennan and her family are spread out at three different homes for now.

Justin Trudeau said in a tweet Monday.“We’re keeping everyone affected in our thoughts, and we’re thanking those who are working hard to keep people safe.”The wildfire situation in Nova Scotia is incredibly serious – and we stand ready to provide any federal support and assistance needed. We’re keeping everyone affected in our thoughts, and we’re thanking those who are working hard to keep people safe.— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) May 29, 2023A total of 13 active wildfires were burning in the province as of Monday morning.In the Halifax region, a local state of emergency has been declared because of the blaze that started Sunday afternoon in Tantallon.The exurban community is roughly a 30-minute drive northwest of downtown Halifax.Federal Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair said in a tweet Sunday that the federal government was following the wildfires in Nova Scotia “closely” and stands “ready to help if federal assistance is required.”“We have been in touch with Nova Scotia and our officials at the Government Operations Centre are engaging with provincial officials,” a spokesperson for Blair told Global News Monday.“Should the province request federal assistance, we will work with them to identify and mobilize the federal resources that meet the needs they outline.”In an update Monday morning, Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Deputy Chief Dave Meldrum told reporters that the fire burning in the Tantallon and Hammonds Plains area is “ongoing and still not under control.”He said firefighters were called to the Westwood subdivision of Tantallon, around 3:30 p.m.

PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP, N.J. - A Camden County house fire that caused multiple injuries on Memorial Day is under investigation, officials say. According to authorities, Camden County firefighters responded to a fire on the 3000 block of Finlaw Avenue just after 5 a.m. on Monday. FOX 29's cameras captured significant damage to the property after flames tore through the property. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESThe Pennsauken Fire Department says responding crews arrived on scene and found heavy flames on the first and second floors. Firefighters responded to a home on Finlaw Avenue in Pennsuaken Township that was engulfed in flames and sent five people to the hospital, officials say.  Officials say a person was trapped in the basement of the property and firefighters were able to rescue them. Another victim jumped from a second-floor window to escape the flames, according to authorities. Fire officials say five people were transported to local hospitals, including two people in critical condition and three in stable condition. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, officials say. This is a developing story.

PHOENIX - The man known as the so-called "QAnon Shaman" has reportedly been released from a halfway house.The man, whose name is Jacob Chansley, took part in the deadly Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol.

PHILADELPHIA - A traffic stop quickly became a homicide investigation after a deadly discovery was made in Philadelphia's Kingessing section Sunday night.Police had pulled over a speeding car on 57th and Springfield streets when they found an unresponsive man in the back seat.The 20-year-old was suffering from a gunshot wound to the shoulder.As officers transferred the victim to their patrol car, police say the driver and passenger jumped back into the car and sped off, leaving the victim behind.MORE HEADLINES:Police then transported the victim to a local hospital, where he died just minutes later.

Schools have been shut down and a local state of emergency has been declared for the communities affected by a forest fire which continues to rage near Halifax on Monday.

A new urban park in the growing stages in the Halifax region is drawing comparisons to some of the best North America has to offer.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, N.J. - New Jersey State Police are asking for the public's help to identify and locate a man they say tried to abduct a 7-year-old boy in broad daylight Sunday.The boy was in a Wawa bathroom on Highway 47 in Cumberland County around noon when police say the suspect offered him candy to leave with him.After the boy said no, the man grabbed him by the arm and tried to abduct him, according to authorities. Luckily, the boy was able to escape, and return to his family.Police say the suspect fled before the boy's family could locate him.MORE HEADLINES:He is described as being an older male with gray combed back hair.