Jay Edwards

Charlotte

Correspondent at The Charlotte Observer

Correspondent to the @theobserver, covering high school sports. VA native. A die-hard fan of the @redskins and @UVA - Go Hoos.

Articles

FSIS issues public health alert for ground beef products due to possible E. coli contamination

3 days ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. The raw ground beef item was produced on May 22, 2025, and May 23, 2025.
AAA: Americans slow to adopt electric vehicles

3 days ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

Despite the wide variety of electric vehicle (EV) models now available—over 75 options introduced in the past four years—AAA’s latest survey highlights buyers’ continued hesitation. Only 16% of U.S. adults report being “very likely” or “likely” to purchase a fully electric vehicle (EV) as their next car, the lowest percentage recorded of EV interest since 2019.
America's poison centers warns about the dangers of pink cocaine

3 days ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

Pink cocaine – an illicitly manufactured mixture of drugs dyed pink with food coloring also known as 2C, tusi or tucibi – emerged as a popular party drug in Europe and Latin American and is gaining popularity in the United States. Since January 2024, America’s Poison Centers National Poison Data System® has documented 18 pink cocaine exposures reported by U.S. Poison Centers in four states. Nearly all patients (83%) received medical treatment.
Murphy administration announces proposed rules establishing comprehensive consumer data privacy protections

4 days ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

NEW JERSEY – The Murphy Administration Monday announced proposed rules aimed at protecting consumers from the unauthorized use and sale of their personal data by the operators – or “controllers” – that collect it during certain business transactions. The proposed rules, published in the New Jersey Register on Monday, are part of the New Jersey Data Privacy Act, which Gov.
Latest consumer product recalls

1 week ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

Here are the product recalls New Jerseyans should know about this week:The Step2 Company Recalls My First Snowman Toys Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking HazardHazard: The top hat on the recalled snowman can break into small pieces, posing a risk of serious injury or death to small children from choking. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled snowman immediately, take off the toy snowman’s hat and keep it away from children.
Latest consumer product recalls

2 weeks ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

Here are the product recalls New Jerseyans should know about this week:Macy’s Recalls Holiday Lane Infant Footed Pajamas Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Macy’sHazard: The elastic on the pajamas’ ankles can be too tight and restrict blood circulation, posing an injury hazard. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pajamas, take them away from children and contact Macy’s for instructions on how to receive a refund.
Morris County honors 14 veterans at Memorial Day ceremony

2 weeks ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

MORRISTOWN, NJ (Morris County) – The Morris County Board of County Commissioners Wednesday honored 14 local veterans and remembered those who gave their lives in service to our nation during the county’s Annual Memorial Day Observance held in the Commissioners Public Meeting Room in Morristown. The event traditionally held outside the historic Morris County Courthouse was moved indoors due to inclement weather.
TSA prepares for busy Memorial Day holiday travel

2 weeks ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Transportation Security Administration is prepared for Memorial Day weekend travel and expects to screen about 18 million passengers and crew from Thursday, May 22, through Wednesday, May 28. “TSA is ready for the additional passenger volume, and we look forward to welcoming families traveling during this peak period,” said TSA Acting Administrator Ha McNeill.
NJDOL celebrates 40 Years of the New Jersey Youth Corps

2 weeks ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the New Jersey Youth Corps with a special event Saturday at Liberty State Park in Jersey City. More than 170 Corpsmembers and site directors from across the state gathered for the event, which featured remarks from representatives of Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop’s office and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection — a long-standing partner of the Youth Corps.
Six in 10 pet owners reveal they prefer to spend time with their pets when feeling stressed, according to new survey

3 weeks ago | wrnjradio.com | Jay Edwards

If you would rather hug your pet than talk to your partner after a stressful day then you’re not alone. A new global survey of over 30,000 pet owners, commissioned by Mars, the leading pet care business, and Calm, a leading mental health company, found that the majority of pet owners (58%) prefer to spend time with their pet when feeling stressed – more than those who say their partners (32%), family (23%), or even children or friends (both 18%).