Joe Hernandez covers South Jersey for WHYY.
He previously worked at WNYC, as a producer on the local news desk and at The Takeaway, WNYC and PRI's morning drive show. His work has appeared on NPR, the Columbia Journalism Review, and NJ Spotlight.
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Seeking to heal the country, Jimmy Carter pardoned men who evaded the Vietnam War draft
Saturday, January 04, 2025
The pardon was one of the defining presidential moments for Jimmy Carter, who died Dec. 29 at the age of 100. The move was pilloried by members of the military and conservative politicians.
Dairy cows test positive for bird flu, but officials say risk to public is low
Monday, April 01, 2024
Bird flu has been detected in cattle in several states. Its believed to be the first time the disease has infected dairy cows.
Fast food chain Wendy's plans to experiment with surge pricing
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Wendy's says it's testing prices that fluctuate based on time of day and demand. The announcement comes as more industries experiment with fluctuating prices.
Fans are suing Formula 1 after being forced to leave grandstands in Las Vegas
Sunday, November 19, 2023
Delays occurred after an incident that occurred just nine minutes into the first practice session. Fans waiting around were ultimately told to leave the viewing areas before the second practice run.
With a boost from John Oliver, pūteketeke soars to first in New Zealand bird contest
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The water bird was named a conservation organization's Bird of the Century after the Last Week Tonight host took out billboard ads across the globe and hyped the threatened species on his show.
It's been a year since Southwest's epic meltdown. What's changed?
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
A major blizzard last December forced Southwest Airlines to cancel more than 16,000 flights, stranding passengers across the country. But the airline says this year is different.
The White House and some Republicans pan Johnson's 2-part plan to avoid a shutdown
Sunday, November 12, 2023
House Speaker Mike Johnson's temporary spending plan has already been met with opposition from Democrats and some Republicans.
How interpretations of the phrase 'from the river to the sea' made it so divisive
Thursday, November 09, 2023
It's a nod to the land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea and the tensions between Palestinian Arabs and Israeli Jews who live there. But what does it actually mean?
Southwest Airlines says it's ready for the holidays after its meltdown last December
Thursday, November 09, 2023
A major blizzard set off a series of issues last year that forced the airline to cancel more than 16,000 flights, stranding passengers across the U.S. Southwest says this year will be different.
A potential Las Vegas workers strike could throw a wrench in the upcoming F1 race
Monday, November 06, 2023
Some 35,000 workers with the Culinary and Bartenders Union could walk off the job Friday if no contract deal is reached. The Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix is scheduled to take place later this month.
A meteor shower could send fireballs streaking through the night sky this week
Sunday, November 05, 2023
The Southern Taurids meteor shower is set to peak Sunday and Monday, giving viewers a chance to see what are often called shooting stars soaring above our planet.
Southern California residents are forced to evacuate as the Highland Fire rages
Wednesday, November 01, 2023
Located outside the city of Temecula, the blaze is currently about 2,500 acres in size but only 15% contained, officials with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said.
FDA warns that WanaBana fruit pouches contain high lead levels, endangering children
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
The apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches — regardless of their expiration date — are being recalled. They were sold online and in person through retailers such as Sam's Club, Amazon and Dollar Tree.
'This isn't us' — close-knit Lewiston begins to recover from the deadly mass shooting
Sunday, October 29, 2023
After the shelter-in-place orders were lifted and the suspect's body was found, residents of Maine's second-largest city are "seeking normal" again.
Lewiston residents are trying to recover from the deadly mass shooting
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Residents of Lewiston, Maine, are returning to daily life after a two-day manhunt put thousands of anxious people under a shelter-in-place order.
The suspect in the Lewiston, Maine mass shooting was found dead
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Authorities say the body of the suspect in the Lewiston, Maine mass shooting has been found, and there is more information about some of the 18 people killed.
Suspect in the Maine mass shooting has been found dead, police say
Friday, October 27, 2023
Robert Card, 40, was suspected of fatally shooting 18 people and wounding 13 others in Lewiston on Wednesday night. The hunt for him had put the region on lockdown.
Bobi, the world's oldest dog ever, dies at 31
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
The purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo livestock guard dog had a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years. His owner credit's Bobi's longevity to his ability to roam freely and his diet of human food.
Michigan State University apologizes for a Hitler quiz question before a football game
Sunday, October 22, 2023
The MSU Board of Trustees said it was "outraged" by the image and vowed to hold school personnel accountable. Hitler's image appeared as part of a YouTube trivia quiz played on the stadium's screen.
A weakened Norma crosses Mexico, while Hurricane Tammy threatens Caribbean islands
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Barbuda and the Leeward Islands are in the crosshairs of Hurricane Tammy as Tropical Storm Norma moves toward inland Mexico.
