- From the Gothamist Newsmap: shots fired by police on Willougby Ave in Brooklyn, an EMS mva on Victory Blvd on Staten Island and an industrial accident on Bedford Ave in Brooklyn.
- Chuck Schumer offered his own list of recommendations to improve safety in the airspace over the Hudson River, saying federal investigators' recommendations Thursday to the FAA don't go far enough.
- Two toll booths were robbed minutes apart this morning at exits 15 and 16 along the NJ Turnpike.
- Former Israeli prime minister Ehud Olmert was indicted on corruption charges. His spokesman said, "Olmert is convinced that in court he will be able to prove his innocence once and for all."
- Mike Lupica apparently watches One Tree Hill, comparing Rick Pitino's drama to something out of the CW show.
- Scary and bloody weekend at the box office—Final Destination debuted at the top spot, taking in $28 million, while Halloween 2 (the 2nd) had a strong showing at #3, Inglorious Basterds holding strong between the horrific pair at #2.
- And Jenna Bush will be joining The Today Show as their newest correspondent. If she works her way up to sitting in for Hoda, she'll get to reclaim her title of "not the drunk one."





It doesn't take talent/experience or education to get jobs, just need the right connections.
Oh no, Jenna Bush is working as a TEACHER?!