"American Pickers" star Danielle Colby reacts to the news of her tragic death

Internet rumors are like a fly at a barbecue – annoying, persistent and totally unwanted. And recently, Danielle Colby, everyone’s favorite tattooed treasure hunter from American Pickershad to knock one down with style.

“HUGE TRAGEDY 😭💔 American Pickers star Danielle Colby is in shock. It is with heavy hearts that we announce her passing. RIP @DanielleColby #AmericanPickers,” the rumor goes.

It all started when some internet trolls decided to spread the wild (and completely false) rumor that Danielle had died. Now comes the dramatic music and sad montages, right? Not so fast. Danielle, being the fiery and fabulous queen that she is, took to Twitter to shut down the rumor in the harshest way possible. her manner possible.

In a tweet that immediately reminded everyone why they love her, Danielle wrote:

“I'm pretty sure I'm not fucking dead.”

Microphone. Dropped. 👏

The tweet was short, cheeky, and captioned “Don't mess with me.” It was the perfect response to those who try to make money by spreading lies for a few cheap clicks. Seriously, who is even spreading these rumors? Is there a secret society of bored internet users with nothing better to do? Probably.

Fans of the show American Pickers– where Danielle has been serving up looks and sass since day one – quickly gathered around her, relieved to see that their favorite star, who loves burlesque and finding vintage treasures, is still very much alive and still calls out nonsense when she sees it.

So in case you were in any doubt, Danielle Colby is alive, well, and absolutely gorgeous. And if you ever come across one of those fake death rumors, just remember – Danielle is probably tweeting something amazing and, spoiler alert, she's still not dead.

Flood warning issued for northeast New Jersey and southeast New York

Newark, NJ – A flood warning has been issued for parts of northeastern New Jersey and southeastern New York, including Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic and Union counties in New Jersey and Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), New York (Manhattan), Queens, Richmond (Staten Island) and Westchester in New York.

The warning remains in effect until 6:00 a.m. EDT.

Doppler radar recorded heavy rain in the region at 4:06 a.m. EDT. Rainfall amounts expected are between 0.5 and 1.5 inches. This rain will likely cause minor flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas.

Places where flooding is expected include Newark, Jersey City, Yonkers, Paterson, Elizabeth, Flatbush, Flushing, Passaic, Bayonne, Mott Haven, Hoboken, Plainfield, Bloomfield, East Tremont, Hackensack, Linden, Orange, Bergenfield, Paramus and Ridgewood.

The public is urged to avoid flooded roads and to drive with particular caution at night when flood dangers are harder to spot. The public is reminded that most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.

For additional safety information, visit the National Weather Service at www.weather.gov/safety/flood.
New Jersey bill to regulate “legal” THC-containing beverages today

TRENTON, NJ — Watch out, New Jersey! A new bill is making waves in the Garden State and could soon change the rules of the game when it comes to THC-infused beverages. If you've been enjoying these beverages legally, a big change could be on the horizon.

The bill aims to regulate the production and sale of “intoxicating hemp products,” specifically those with THC levels above 0.5 milligrams per serving or 2.5 milligrams per package. So if your drink has more potency than these limits, it could be banned from the shelves.

Here is a brief summary of what this bill means:

Definition of intoxicating hemp products: This new regulation applies to all hemp products whose THC concentration exceeds the specified limits.

License requirements: Sellers of these potent products require a license from the Cannabis Regulatory Commission or a special liquor license.

Prohibited sale: The bill prohibits the sale of hemp products or cannabis items that are not derived from naturally occurring, biologically active chemical components.

Regulations and penalties: The Cannabis Regulatory Commission will be responsible for setting regulations on packaging, labeling, product testing and THC levels. Violations can result in civil penalties and confiscation of products.

Local taxes: Local taxes are levied on intoxicating cannabis beverages sold by liquor license holders, with proceeds going to the Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance and Marketplace Modernization Fund.

This bill could significantly impact the availability of THC-containing beverages in New Jersey, especially those that are currently legal. If passed, the drinks you see today could be off the market tomorrow, making this a hot topic in the coming months.
Immigrant driver’s licenses a national issue, but a law in New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – What began as a state-level initiative in New Jersey has now become a heated national issue.

Leaders like Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Vice President Kamala Harris are pushing for federal legislation that would allow undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses, an issue that is now at the center of the national election debate.

In New Jersey, immigrants have been able to obtain a driver's license since 2021 thanks to a law passed by Governor Phil Murphy.

This law allowed undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver's license provided they met certain criteria and followed the necessary steps.

While the process is similar to that for citizens, it requires noncitizens to prove their identity through a six-step verification system. The costs remain the same as for citizens, ensuring that undocumented immigrants can legally drive and engage in their community without having to jump through unnecessary hurdles.

Now national figures are pushing to make this a nationwide standard. The issue has drawn both support and opposition. Supporters argue it would increase safety and provide necessary legal recognition to millions of immigrants across the country. Critics, however, see it as a step too far, fueling a broader debate about immigration policy.

Given the increasing importance of this issue, it is clear that the debate over immigrant driver's licenses is far from over – and that this could become a major talking point in the upcoming elections.