Caitlyn Becker

New York

National Correspondent at NewsNation

Emmy Winning Journalist • National Correspondent, NewsNation

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Helicopter pilot in Hudson crash was a selfless veteran: Friend

1 week ago | newsnationnow.com | Caitlyn Becker

Six people died Thursday in a sightseeing helicopter crash near Manhattan 36-year-old pilot Sean Johnson was among those who died A friend says the Navy veteran was always trying to help others( NewsNation) - The pilot who died in this week's helicopter crash in the Hudson River along with five others was a Navy veteran who overcame significant obstacles in life, a friend tells NewsNation.
Helicopter pilot in Hudson crash was a selfless veteran: Friend

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Caitlyn Becker

(NewsNation) — The pilot who died in this week’s helicopter crash in the Hudson River along with five others was a Navy veteran who overcame significant obstacles in life, a friend tells NewsNation. Former Navy SEAL Remi Adeleke says he met Seankese “Sean” Johnson in the service when Johnson was serving as a SEAL tech who assisted team members. Adeleke said both men bonded over their “inner city” backgrounds, and he encouraged Johnson to pursue his dream of becoming a pilot.
Opening statements in trial for slain Maryland mother Rachel Morin

2 weeks ago | newsnationnow.com | Caitlyn Becker |Sean Noone

By Caitlyn Becker,Sean Noone Mother of five was found dead off a Maryland trail in August 2023 The suspect is accused of killing another woman in 2022 He faces life without possibility of parole if convictedEditor's Note: This story contains discussions of rape or sexual assault that may be disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.
At least 6 hurt in Boston after truck hits pedestrians

3 weeks ago | newsnationnow.com | Jeff Arnold |Caitlyn Becker

By Jeff Arnold,Caitlyn Becker 4 people were taken to local hospitals after the crash 2 of those injured were transported by Advanced Life Support ambulances Boston Police homicide and fatal accident teams are investigating A truck struck an unknown number of pedestrians and a building on Tuesday. ( NewsNation) - Six people were injured, including two critically, when a truck struck a building and a group of pedestrians in Boston on Tuesday, police officials said.
At least 6 hurt in Boston after truck hits pedestrians

3 weeks ago | thehill.com | Jeff Arnold |Caitlyn Becker

(NewsNation) — Six people were injured, including two critically, when a truck struck a building and a group of pedestrians in Boston on Tuesday, police officials said. Boston police and fire officials said a truck reportedly struck several poles and was wedged between a pole and a building shortly before 1 p.m. ET. Police said it was not immediately known how many people were struck by the truck.
Luigi Mangione's attorney wants 'manifesto' to be inadmissible

1 month ago | newsnationnow.com | Caitlyn Becker

Mangione's defense attorney made request in a court filing Monday There was also an ask for a laptop He is accused of killing former UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson( NewsNation) - Luigi Mangione's defense attorney, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, has accused law enforcement of taking the contents of a notebook they say they found on him when he was arrested and leaking it to the media.
Columbia University students return amid new campus policies

1 month ago | newsnationnow.com | Caitlyn Becker

By Caitlyn Becker It comes after $400M in funding was pulled More campus police have been hired Masks are also banned on campus( NewsNation) - Columbia University students have returned to campus shortly after the Ivy League school agreed to a host of policy changes. The directives came from the Trump administration, which pulled $400 million in research grants following the university's response to alleged antisemitic protests on campus in 2024.
Columbia University students return amid new campus policies

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Caitlyn Becker

Caitlyn BeckerMon, March 24, 2025 at 6:27 PM UTC1 min readColumbia University students return amid new campus policies(NewsNation) — Columbia University students have returned to campus shortly after the Ivy League school agreed to a host of policy changes. The directives came from the Trump administration, which pulled $400 million in research grants following the university’s response to alleged antisemitic protests on campus in 2024.
Stranded NASA astronauts begin return to Earth on Monday

1 month ago | newsnationnow.com | Caitlyn Becker

By Caitlyn Becker The astronauts were meant to be in space for 8 days Instead, they have spent 9 months away from Earth They could be back by Tuesday( NewsNation) - Houston, we have a solution. The two NASA astronauts who've been stranded in space for months are finally coming home. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore could be back on Earth as early as Tuesday, but that will depend upon weather conditions.
Stranded NASA astronauts begin return to Earth on Monday

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Caitlyn Becker

Caitlyn BeckerMon, March 17, 2025 at 8:55 PM UTC1 min readStranded NASA astronauts begin return to Earth on Monday(NewsNation) — Houston, we have a solution. The two NASA astronauts who’ve been stranded in space for months are finally coming home. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore could be back on Earth as early as Tuesday, but that will depend upon weather conditions. NASA announced Sunday that its team, along with a team from SpaceX, are now targeting an earlier return due to favorable conditions.