'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82 'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82
'Harry Potter,' 'Indiana Jones' Actor Michael Byrne Dies At 82 A British actor known in the US for his roles in the "Harry Potter" and "Indiana Jones" film franchises has died. Michael Byrne died at 82 years old on Saturday, June 20. The Guardian first reported Byrne's death on Wednesday, July 1. Byrne's cause of death wasn't immediately released. "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Byrne," a representative for Byrne said in a statement to NBC News. "Michael will be remembered as an extraordinary actor whose talent, warmth, and sense of humour touched so many." "Harry Potter" fans knew Byrne as the older Gellert Gri…
Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent' Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent'
Kathie Lee Gifford On Why She's Selling $100M Connecticut Mansion: 'My World Went Silent' Kathie Lee Gifford says she's selling her sprawling Connecticut estate because the home no longer feels the same after the loss of her husband and her children starting families of their own. The Greenwich property, known as Cedar Cliff, hit the market in May with a $100 million asking price, making it the most expensive home currently listed in Connecticut. Related: Tour Kathie Lee Gifford's Greenwich Mansion The former "TODAY" and "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee" host said the decision comes down to the memories tied to the home she shared with her late husband, Frank Gifford. Th…
145 People Sickened In Norovirus Outbreaks On Cruise Ships: What To Know 145 People Sickened In Norovirus Outbreaks On Cruise Ships: What To Know
145 People Sickened In Norovirus Outbreaks On Cruise Ships: What To Know At least 145 people were sickened in separate norovirus outbreaks aboard two cruise ships, federal health officials said. The outbreaks happened on the National Geographic Sea Bird and the Ruby Princess, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Both outbreaks were reported to the CDC's Vessel Sanitation Program on Sunday, June 28. The main symptoms were vomiting and diarrhea. The CDC said norovirus caused the illnesses. On the Ruby Princess, 102 of 3,032 passengers reported being ill during the Princess Cruises trip, along with 23 of the 1,144 crew members. The Pacific Oce…
21-Year-Old Woman Had Cocaine: Newton PD 21-Year-Old Woman Had Cocaine: Newton PD
21-Year-Old Woman Had Cocaine: Newton PD A 21-year-old woman was arrested for possessing cocaine in Newton, authorities announced Wednesday, July 1. At 9:23 p.m. on Monday, June 15, officers responded to a report of a disturbance at 144 Spring St., Newton police said. Officers encountered Chelsie Cox who continued to act in a disorderly manner, police said.  Cox was arrested and she was found to possess cocaine and drug paraphernalia, police said. She was charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, drug paraphernalia and disorderly conduct, police said.
5 Injured After Truck-SUVs Collide On Route 80: NJSP 5 Injured After Truck-SUVs Collide On Route 80: NJSP
5 Injured After Truck-suvs Collide On Route 80: Njsp Five people were injured following a crash between an SUV and a box truck on Route 80 West Tuesday, June 30, authorities said. At 9:39 p.m.,  the box truck collided with a Mazda SUV on Route 80 West in Denville, Caitlin Brennan, a spokesperson for the New Jersey State Police said. The box truck then overturned, Brennan said. The box truck proceeded to collide with a Ford SUV, Brennan said. The driver and two passengers of the Mazda sustained moderate injuries and were all transported to an area hospital. The driver and passenger of the Ford sustained minor injuries and were transported…
Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police
Suspect Lusted After Sister-In-Law For Years Before Murder, Sex Assault On Long Island: Police The Long Island man accused of strangling and sexually assaulting his sister-in-law had lusted after her for years, authorities said. Joseph Horner, 27, and his wife lived in the same building as 25-year-old Victoria Castle in North Massapequa but in different apartments, the Nassau County Police Department said. Cops said Horner confessed to the crime when they first interviewed him Monday, June 29, according to News 12 Long Island. He told investigators that he’d had “sexual desire” for his wife’s sister since 2017, police said. Authorities said that while Horner’s wife was off on a trip…
ROTC Cadets En Route To NJ Taken To Hospital After Bus Air Conditioning Fails In NY ROTC Cadets En Route To NJ Taken To Hospital After Bus Air Conditioning Fails In NY
ROTC Cadets En Route To NJ Taken To Hospital After Bus Air Conditioning Fails In NY Some ROTC cadets were taken to a hospital after air conditioning on a coach bus failed in Orange County.  The incident happened in Hamptonburgh near Scotchtown Avenue and Hill Road, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said on Wednesday, July 1.  According to the agency, air conditioning stopped working on one of two coach buses, causing several heat-related illnesses.  The passengers, whom the Sheriff's Office said were all ROTC cadets under 18, were taken off the buses. Those who needed medical attention were taken to hospitals throughout Orange County for evaluation, a…
Monmouth University Coach Dies Unexpectedly: Remembering Louis DiRienzio Monmouth University Coach Dies Unexpectedly: Remembering Louis DiRienzio
Monmouth University Coach Dies Unexpectedly: Remembering Louis DiRienzio Louis DiRienzo, the defensive coordinator at Monmouth University, died at the age of 34, the university announced Wednesday, July 1. DiRienzo joined Monmouth as a linebackers coach in February 2025 before being promoted to defensive coordinator in January. A native of Yonkers, DiRienzo grew up in New Rochelle, attending New Rochelle High School, where his father, Lou DiRienzo, Sr. served as head coach. While playing for the Huguenots, he earned All-State, All-County, All-Section and All-League honors. He played college football at Southern Connecticut State University, getting a degree in…
612 Ecstasy Pills, Stolen Gun Seized In Montclair, West Orange Drug Bust; 2 Arrested: Sheriff 612 Ecstasy Pills, Stolen Gun Seized In Montclair, West Orange Drug Bust; 2 Arrested: Sheriff
612 Ecstasy Pills, Stolen Gun Seized In Montclair, West Orange Drug Bust; 2 Arrested: Sheriff More than 600 suspected ecstasy pills, a stolen loaded handgun and multiple illegal drugs were seized during a month-long narcotics investigation in Montclair and West Orange that led to the arrests of two men, authorities announced Wednesday, July 1. The investigation began on June 8 after the Montclair Police Department contacted the Essex County Sheriff's Office Bureau of Narcotics about an alleged drug distribution operation in Montclair, according to Essex County Sheriff Amir D. Jones. Detectives identified Jason M. Granderson as an alleged drug dealer operating in the area of 18 Missi…
NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say
NFL Defensive Star's Brother Killed Mother In Her Home, Police Say The brother of longtime NFL defensive lineman Calais Campbell was accused of killing their mother, authorities said. Ciarre Campbell, 41, was charged with several crimes, including murder and aggravated assault, ESPN reported. He was charged after police discovered his mother, 71-year-old Nateal Campbell, dead while conducting a welfare check at an Atlanta home at around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. According to arrest warrants, Nateal Campbell was found with her throat slashed, and Ciarre Campbell possessed a knife. He will remain in Fulton County Jail after waiving his first&…
Four Injured In Route 519 Crash: NJSP Four Injured In Route 519 Crash: NJSP
Four Injured In Route 519 Crash: Njsp Four people were injured in a crash on Route 519 Tuesday afternoon, June 30, authorities said. At 5:12 p.m., troopers responded to Route 519 in White Township after a Hyundai passenger vehicle crossed a double yellow line and struck the front of a Chevrolet SUV, Caitlin Brennan, a spokesperson for the New Jersey State Police said The driver of the Hyundai, a 51-year-old Netcong resident and a passenger, a 58-year-old Netcong resident, sustained serious injuries, Brennan said. The driver of the Chevrolet, a 71-year-old Belvidere resident, sustained serious injuries, and the passenger su…
Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged
Famous Daredevils Illegally Climb Empire State Building To Get Engaged Two people have climbed the spire atop the Empire State Building to hang a peace flag and get engaged.  Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, artists who gained a social media following for climbing skyscrapers around the world, stayed on top of the Manhattan monument for more than 45 minutes on Wednesday, July 1, according to NBC New York.  Just after noon, the Russian duo unfurled a massive black banner with white lettering that read, "When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace." They were dressed in all black with face coverings.  …