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MLB goes all-in on robo-umps with league-wide challenge system in 2026

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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MLB to use robo-ump challenge system league-wide in 2026 season

NEW YORK, NY – Major League Baseball is officially going all in on tech for balls and strikes — announcing that the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System (ABS) will be implemented across the league for the entire 2026 season.

The high-tech system, powered by the T-Mobile 5G network, uses multiple cameras positioned around the field to track pitch location in real-time. Players and fans will see the results of each challenge displayed instantly on the stadium scoreboard.

The ABS challenge format allows players to contest questionable calls while preserving the traditional role of the home plate umpire. Under the rules:

  • Each team gets two challenges per game — and retains them if the challenge is successful
  • Only the batter, pitcher, or catcher can initiate a challenge, and it must be done immediately after the pitch
  • The signal for a challenge is a tap to the helmet or hat to alert the umpire
  • No help from dugout personnel or teammates is permitted in making a challenge decision
  • One additional challenge is granted in each extra inning if a team has none remaining

This move comes after years of testing the ABS system in the minor leagues and during select MLB games. The league says the system improves consistency and transparency while maintaining the flow and human element of the game.

The 2026 season will mark the first time in MLB history that an electronic challenge system for balls and strikes is used full-time in all regular season and postseason games.

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Key Points

  • MLB will implement the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System (ABS) across the league in 2026
  • Each team gets two challenges, retained if successful, and only players on the field can initiate them
  • ABS uses camera tracking and 5G tech to display real-time ball-strike decisions on the scoreboard
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Lottery Winners

Someone in NY just won $1K a week for life

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
By Local News Report

Newburgh smoke shop sells winning Cash4Life ticket worth $1,000 a week for life

NEWBURGH, NY – A routine lottery stop turned into a life-changing moment for one lucky player who purchased a second-prize-winning ticket in Sunday night’s Cash4Life drawing — good for $1,000 a week for life.

The New York Lottery confirmed Monday that the ticket, with a guaranteed minimum payout of $1 million, was sold at Smokes 4 Less on 59 North Plank Road in Newburgh. The winner has yet to come forward.

The September 22 drawing produced the high-tier winner from a game that offers lifetime payouts to lucky players who match all five numbers plus the Cash Ball. In this case, the winning ticket matched all five numbers but missed the Cash Ball, securing the second prize of $1,000 weekly for life.

Cash4Life drawings occur daily at approximately 9 p.m., with players choosing five numbers from 1 to 60 and a separate Cash Ball number from 1 to 4. Winners have one year from the date of the drawing to claim their prize.

As of Tuesday, lottery officials have not released the identity of the winner, and it remains unknown whether the ticket was purchased by a local resident or someone passing through the area.

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The New York Lottery is the most profitable lottery in North America, contributing billions annually to support public education throughout the state. The latest winning ticket adds to a growing list of life-altering wins across the region.

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Key Points

  • A winning Cash4Life ticket worth $1,000 a week for life was sold in Newburgh
  • The second-prize ticket was purchased at Smokes 4 Less on North Plank Road
  • The winner has not yet claimed the prize, which is guaranteed at a minimum of $1 million
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Featured News

Two Million Illegal Aliens Gone: Trump Touts Crackdown, Self-Deportation Figures

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
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Washington, DC – The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that more than 2 million illegal aliens have left the United States since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, marking a milestone in the administration’s immigration crackdown.

According to DHS figures, about 1.6 million individuals have voluntarily self-deported, while more than 400,000 have been formally deported. Officials said the numbers put the administration on pace to deport nearly 600,000 people by the end of Trump’s first year back in office.

“The numbers don’t lie,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin in a statement. “Ramped-up immigration enforcement targeting the worst of the worst is removing more and more criminal illegal aliens off our streets every day and is sending a clear message: self-deport or we will arrest and deport you.”

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has overseen the expansion of detention capacity and new hiring, part of what the administration is calling Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Immigration and Customs Enforcement has received more than 150,000 job applications, with DHS claiming all hiring gains have gone to U.S. citizens.

Officials also highlighted that U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reported zero releases of illegal aliens into the country for the past four months. A United Nations study cited by DHS indicated that Trump’s policies have reduced northbound migration from Central America by 97%, with nearly half of would-be migrants saying they abandoned their journey because they believed entry into the U.S. was impossible.

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To further expand capacity, DHS is negotiating new detention centers, including facilities referred to as “Alligator Alcatraz,” “Speedway Slammer,” “Cornhusker Clink,” and “Louisiana Lockup.” More than 1,000 agreements under the federal 287(g) program have also been signed across 40 states, empowering local law enforcement to assist in federal immigration enforcement.


Key Points

  • DHS announced 2 million illegal aliens have left the U.S. since January, through deportations or self-deportations.
  • Officials credit Trump’s immigration bill, new hiring, and expanded detention capacity.
  • A UN study reported a 97% decline in northbound migration to the U.S. from Central America.

Trump’s second term is marking its immigration crackdown with historic numbers.

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Law & Crime

Judge trims Paterson police lawsuit, allows some claims to move forward

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

Newark, NJ – A federal judge has narrowed but not dismissed a lawsuit accusing Paterson police officers of violating a man’s rights during a 2022 street stop, allowing parts of the case to proceed.

Benjamin Jackson, an African American man, sued the Paterson Police Department, the City of Paterson, and more than a dozen officers over an encounter on November 6, 2022, near Broadway and East 18th Street. Jackson alleges that plainclothes officers stopped him without cause, attempted to search him after questioning his “fanny pack,” and ignored his repeated requests for a supervisor.

On Monday, U.S. District Judge Jamel K. Semper ruled on competing dismissal motions. The City of Paterson and the police department succeeded in dismissing parts of Jackson’s complaint, while the individual officers won a partial dismissal of claims against them. However, the court denied other portions of their motion, keeping some of Jackson’s allegations alive.

Court filings describe the disputed stop as occurring between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., when officers wearing body cameras approached Jackson in an unmarked vehicle. Jackson refused consent to a search, asserting that “New Jersey was not a stop and frisk state.” Despite his objections, the lawsuit claims, officers persisted without calling a supervisor.

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The judge’s opinion leaves Jackson’s case partially intact, setting the stage for further proceedings as he presses his allegations of unlawful police conduct.

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Key Points

  • Benjamin Jackson sued Paterson police and city officials over a November 2022 stop.
  • The judge granted dismissal motions in part, but some claims against officers remain.
  • Jackson alleges officers ignored his refusal of a search and his requests for a supervisor.

The case against Paterson police isn’t over—it just got narrower.

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New Jersey Judge Sides with Governor, AG in Document Obstruction Case

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
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Newark, NJ – A federal magistrate judge has ruled against Blueprint Capital Advisors in its latest battle over state records, upholding New Jersey officials’ decision to shield three documents under executive privilege.

The investment firm had objected to a May 8 recommendation from a Special Discovery Master, who reviewed the records in dispute and found they were protected. The documents were withheld by state officials including Jason MacDonald, Christopher McDonough, Corey Amon, Dini Ajmani, Derrick Green, George Helmy, and Attorney General Matthew Platkin.

Blueprint Capital argued the records should be disclosed, but U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael A. Hammer overruled the objection in a written opinion issued Monday. Hammer adopted the Special Discovery Master’s findings in full, siding with the state defendants.

The ruling follows a lengthy series of disputes over privilege claims in the high-profile case, which stems from Blueprint’s lawsuit alleging discrimination and retaliation by New Jersey officials in connection with investment management contracts. The court has previously addressed conflicts over the deliberative process privilege, ordering revised privilege logs and in camera reviews of documents submitted by both sides.

In this round, the contested materials included three documents flagged by Blueprint that the state said implicated executive privilege.

After reviewing arguments and submissions, the court concluded the privilege applied and the records would remain sealed.

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The case continues as discovery disputes over other records and communications remain ongoing.


Key Points

  • Blueprint Capital Advisors challenged New Jersey’s use of executive privilege to withhold three documents.
  • Judge Michael Hammer overruled the objection and upheld the Special Discovery Master’s recommendation.
  • The decision leaves the contested documents shielded from disclosure.
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Police Blotter

Police searching for man captured on camera in Wilkes-Barre

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
By Local News Report

Wilkes-Barre mystery suspect caught on camera

WILKES-BARRE, PA – A search is underway for an unidentified man after city surveillance captured an image connected to an ongoing investigation, prompting Wilkes-Barre police to reach out to the public for help.

Investigators released the image on social media and are urging anyone who can identify the person to come forward. The photo, which has not yet been linked to a specific crime publicly, is part of an active case under review by Wilkes-Barre City Police.

The department is asking residents who recognize the individual to contact Officer Ortiz directly at 570-208-1051 or send a message through the department’s official Facebook page.

Police searching for man captured on camera in Wilkes-Barre

As of Tuesday, officials have not released further details regarding the nature of the investigation, what the individual may be connected to, or where the surveillance footage was obtained. The image has been circulating across social media platforms as police continue to gather leads.

The public tip line remains open as detectives work to confirm the man’s identity and determine his involvement, if any, in the active case.

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Key Points

  • Wilkes-Barre police are seeking help to identify a man caught on surveillance
  • No crime details have been released but the case is active and ongoing
  • Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Ortiz or message the department on Facebook
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New Jersey News

New Jersey man fails to block his own arrest through court filing

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

Newark, NJ – A New Jersey man’s unusual attempt to stop police from arresting him before it happened was shot down in federal court this week.

Wesley-Keith Mullings filed a habeas corpus petition under 28 U.S.C. §2241, describing it as a “preemptive challenge” to what he called a void arrest warrant, court records show. He asked the court to block enforcement of warrant #W-2025-8642-0714, even though he had not yet been taken into custody.

U.S. District Judge Edward S. Kiel ruled on Monday that the petition could not move forward because federal habeas law requires a petitioner to already be “in custody” at the time of filing. Since Mullings admitted he was seeking to avoid arrest altogether, the court determined it lacked jurisdiction.

In his brief order, Judge Kiel cited Third Circuit precedent holding that custody is measured at the time the petition is filed. Because Mullings was not detained, the judge said the case could not proceed.

The decision leaves Mullings with no federal shield against the pending warrant. An order formally dismissing the case was entered the same day.


Key Points

  • Wesley-Keith Mullings sought to block an arrest warrant with a federal habeas petition.
  • Judge Edward Kiel ruled the court lacked jurisdiction because Mullings was not in custody.
  • The case was dismissed on September 22 in the District of New Jersey.

Even before the handcuffs, the court said no.

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Police Blotter

Man charged after opening fire during late-night DC dispute

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
By Local News Report

Gunfire erupts in Southeast DC over money dispute as suspect is quickly nabbed

WASHINGTON, DC – A heated dispute over money turned violent late Saturday night when a man pulled a gun and opened fire in a Southeast alleyway — but within minutes, he was in handcuffs.

Just before 11 p.m. on Saturday, a confrontation escalated behind the 100 block of Atlantic Street SE when 39-year-old Alonzo Hinton allegedly drew a handgun during an argument and fired a single round at the person he was quarreling with. The bullet missed, and the victim was not injured.

The tense encounter, which happened near residential homes, rattled neighbors who reported hearing the shot just before police arrived. Responding officers quickly canvassed the area and located Hinton nearby.

He was arrested without further incident and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun), according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Police did not release the identity of the victim, but confirmed no other injuries were reported.

Investigators believe the confrontation stemmed from an unresolved financial matter between the two individuals. Officials have not said whether the suspect and victim were previously known to one another.

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Key Points

  • A dispute over money led to a gunshot being fired Saturday night on Atlantic Street SE
  • Suspect Alonzo Hinton, 39, was arrested shortly after the incident
  • The victim was uninjured and police charged Hinton with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon

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Community News

Jackson Mayor Steps Down: Reina Resigns

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson Mayor Michael Reina submitted his resignation town hall this morning. The longtime mayor has been rumored to be stepping down for weeks, ahead of an upcoming promotion he will be receiving at his job at the Ocean County Bridge Department.

According to Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi, the county is restructuring departments and will turn Reina’s bridge department, where he is employed as a supervisor. Sadeghi said Reina will be promoted to a department director in the shuffle.

“He’s done a great job as a supervisor, and I think he’ll do a good job as the director,” Sadeghi said. “We’re looking to restructure engineering, road and bridge departments. There are people who need to move on, and those who are underpaid; there needs to be equity.”

Reina’s resignation will take effect on October 1st. He has been the mayor of Jackson since 2008.

Reina entered politics as a founder of the Jackson Tea Party, a grassroots Republican group that challenged the Ocean County GOP establishment led by figures such as George Gilmore. Later, Reina aligned himself with the now disgraced chairman, who was convicted on federal tax charges, but later pardoned by President Donald J. Trump.

In 2008, he allied with Democrat Councilman Mike Kafton to oppose then-Mayor Mark Seda. After a strong showing in township elections, Reina was appointed interim mayor in December 2008 following Seda’s resignation, with an initial salary of $29,500.

Reina’s alliance with Kafton was short-lived, expiring shortly after the election. The two men became bitter enemies. They would often clash and scream at each other, hurling personal insults during town meetings.

He won his first full term in a 2009 special election and has since been re-elected multiple times, including in 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022, often facing competitive races against fellow Republicans in nonpartisan contests.

In 2022, Reina defeated Councilman Martin Flemming with 53% of the vote.

Reina briefly considered a run for the New Jersey State Assembly in 2023 to replace the late Assemblyman Ron Dancer but ultimately withdrew.

He has overseen major demographic changes in Jackson, including the growth of the Orthodox Jewish population, which has become a significant voting bloc in local elections.

The township council will now appoint a new mayor, whose term will expire at the end of 2026.

Reina did not give a reason for his resignation. Town officials are meeting this morning, according to a department head within the township, to discuss the mayor’s abrupt resignation.

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MIsc. News

Man found shot in both legs in Philadelphia overnight

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

Philadelphia, PA – A 42-year-old man was rushed to the hospital early Tuesday after being found shot multiple times outside a Torresdale Avenue block in Northeast Philadelphia.

The shooting happened shortly after midnight on the 4600 block of Torresdale Avenue, where officers from the 15th District responded to reports of gunfire. When police arrived, they discovered the victim lying unresponsive on the sidewalk with gunshot wounds to both legs.

The man was transported to Temple University Hospital, where he was placed in critical condition.

No arrests have been made, and investigators have not determined a motive for the attack. The case is being handled by the department’s Shooting Investigation Group, which is continuing to gather evidence.

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Key Points

  • A 42-year-old man was shot in both legs just after midnight Tuesday on Torresdale Avenue.
  • The victim remains in critical condition at Temple University Hospital.
  • No motive or arrests have been reported as the Shooting Investigation Group investigates.
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42-year-old man fighting for life after shooting in Northeast Philadelphia

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

Philadelphia, PA – A 42-year-old man was left fighting for his life early Tuesday after being shot in both legs outside a Torresdale Avenue block in Northeast Philadelphia.

The shooting unfolded around 12:03 a.m. on the 4600 block of Torresdale Avenue, where officers from the 15th District responded to reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found the victim lying unresponsive on the sidewalk.

He was rushed to Temple University Hospital and remains in critical condition, police said.

Investigators have not determined a motive, and no arrests have been made. The case is being handled by the Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group, which is continuing to probe the attack.

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Key Points

  • A 42-year-old man was shot in both legs just after midnight Tuesday on Torresdale Avenue.
  • He was taken to Temple University Hospital in critical condition.
  • No motive or arrests have been reported as the Shooting Investigation Group investigates.
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New Jersey vote by mail ballots
Highlights

Mikie Sherrill has huge early advantage with Over 500,000 Democrat Mail in Ballots On Their Way

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey’s race between Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill has officially begun as early mail-in ballots are now being received across the state. The first absentee ballot report shows 514,998 requests from Democratic voters, 173,980 from Republicans and 202,925 from other parties as the six-week voting window opens.

The number of Democrats requesting mail-in ballots currently exceeds the combined total of Republicans and independents. According to state records, New Jersey has about 2.5 million registered Democrats, 1.6 million registered Republicans and 2.4 million independents.

State election officials note that the permanent absentee ballot request list has remained stable for the past five years, as have rates of return. Historically, Republicans tend to return their ballots slightly faster at the start of the voting period, but Democrats typically overtake them and finish a few points ahead once all mail ballots have been counted.

As far as counted ballots returned on day 1, Democrats lead with 66 ballots, Republicans with 29 ballots, and independents with 14 ballots returned.

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Philadelphia News

Philadelphia Police Seek Help Finding Missing Teen

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
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PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public’s help to locate 15-year-old Anani Ferguson, who has been reported missing.

Anani left her home on the 2100 block of North College Avenue Friday at approximately 5:36 a.m. and has not returned. She is described as 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 80 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.

At the time she was last seen, Anani was wearing all black clothing.

Anyone with information about her whereabouts is urged to contact the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093 or call 911.

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Community News

Secret Service Thwarts Telecom Attack Aimed to Target U.S. Officials at United Nations

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
By Shore News Network

NEW YORK — The U.S. Secret Service has dismantled a network of electronic devices throughout the New York tristate area that were used to conduct multiple telecommunications-related threats directed toward senior U.S. government officials, posing an imminent risk to the agency’s protective operations.

The investigation uncovered more than 300 co-located SIM servers and 100,000 SIM cards across multiple sites. According to the agency, these devices had the capability to carry out anonymous telephonic threats and a range of telecommunications attacks, including disabling cell phone towers, enabling denial-of-service attacks and facilitating encrypted communication between potential threat actors and criminal enterprises.

Secret Service Thwarts Telecom Attack Aimed to Target U.S. Officials at United Nations

Forensic examination is ongoing, but early analysis indicates cellular communications between nation-state threat actors and individuals known to federal law enforcement. “The potential for disruption to our country’s telecommunications posed by this network of devices cannot be overstated,” said U.S. Secret Service Director Sean Curran. “The U.S. Secret Service’s protective mission is all about prevention, and this investigation makes it clear to potential bad actors that imminent threats to our protectees will be immediately investigated, tracked down and dismantled.”

The devices were concentrated within 35 miles of the United Nations General Assembly, which is currently meeting in New York City. Citing the timing, location and potential for significant disruption to telecommunications, the agency acted quickly to disrupt the network.

The Secret Service’s Advanced Threat Interdiction Unit, a newly established section dedicated to addressing the most significant and imminent threats to protectees, is leading the investigation. The Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland Security Investigations, the Department of Justice, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the NYPD and other state and local law enforcement partners are providing technical advice and assistance. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Maryland News

Woman found shot to death after gunfire rocks Gaithersburg street

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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Woman shot dead in Gaithersburg as police launch early morning homicide probe

GAITHERSBURG, MD — A woman was found fatally shot in the middle of the night after gunfire erupted in a Montgomery County neighborhood, prompting a homicide investigation that remained active through the weekend.

Just before 3 a.m. on Saturday, Montgomery County police and medics were called to the 9000 block of Centerway Road in Gaithersburg following reports of gunshots. When officers arrived, they discovered the woman dead at the scene.

The victim’s identity has not been released, and authorities have not stated whether she lived in the area or was visiting. Her body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.

Detectives remained on the scene through Saturday, canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and surveillance footage. Police have not confirmed any suspects or motives, and no arrests had been made as of Sunday morning.

Residents in the area reported being woken up by the sound of multiple gunshots, though the number of rounds fired has not been disclosed. The investigation is ongoing.

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Key Points

  • Woman found dead after gunfire reported early Saturday in Gaithersburg
  • Police have launched a homicide investigation; no arrests have been made
  • Victim’s body sent to Baltimore for autopsy; identity not yet released
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Police Blotter

Laurel woman charged after boyfriend found shot dead in house

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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Woman charged with killing boyfriend during late-night fight inside Laurel home

LAUREL, MD — A 33-year-old woman is facing first-degree murder charges after allegedly shooting her boyfriend to death inside their shared Laurel residence during a late-night domestic argument.

Latisha Smith was arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of 48-year-old James McGruder III, who was found dead inside a home in the 13400 block of Finsbury Court just before 11 p.m. on Saturday. Responding officers found McGruder with at least one gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to initial findings, Smith and McGruder got into an argument that escalated, resulting in the fatal gunfire. Investigators say the incident was domestic in nature and isolated to the residence.

Smith, a resident of Laurel, was taken into custody shortly after the incident and is being held without bond at the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections. She faces charges including first-degree murder and related offenses.

Laurel woman charged after boyfriend found shot dead in house

Detectives have not disclosed the nature of the dispute or whether any prior domestic incidents were reported at the home. The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with additional information is urged to contact Crime Solvers or submit tips anonymously through the P3 Tips mobile app.

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Key Points

  • Latisha Smith, 33, charged with murder of her boyfriend in Laurel home
  • James McGruder III, 48, was shot and killed during a domestic dispute Saturday night
  • Smith is being held without bond on first-degree murder and related charges
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Jackson Council Hopeful Chris Pollak’s Apartment Landord Donated $10,000 to Help Mayor Reina Win in 2022

by Shore News Network September 23, 2025
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Jackson, NJ – Jackson council candidate Chris Pollak is coming under scrutiny after election filings and political insiders revealed close ties to Mayor Michael Reina, powerful developers, and the landlord of the apartment complex where Pollak resides.

A review of New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC) reports shows that the LLC owning Pollak’s Prospect Pointe apartment complex donated $10,000 to a political action committee that backed Reina’s 2022 re-election campaign. The revelation deepens concerns over Pollak’s independence as he seeks a seat on the township council.

Where did Pollak come from, and why did he start campaigning once the township council blocked a large high-density project for one of Reina’s closest allies?

Sources close to the mayor say Pollak met with Reina on several occasions before launching his campaign, discussing fundraising, political strategy, and even who might succeed Reina when the longtime mayor eventually leaves office. Reina former campaign advisors Richard Egan and Sheldon Hoffstein are now reportedly closely advising Pollak’s run.

Rumors have been circulating regarding Reina’s impending resignation in exchange for a lucrative pay increase at his county job and that he is prepping Pollak for a 2026 mayoral run to continue to wield influence in Jackson.

Pollak’s emergence in politics followed a bitter fight earlier this year, when the township council blocked Reina’s ally and developer Vito Cardinale from building 1,200 high-density housing units at Adventure Crossing. Shortly after that defeat, Pollak began showing up at council meetings criticizing members — but never the mayor himself. In his dozens of social media videos, he keeps his criticism mostly to Reina’s biggest enemy, Council President Jennifer Kuhn.

Pollak even admits he’s not running this year’s campaign against his opponent, Al Couceiro, but his campaign is focused on fighting Kuhn in advance of next year’s mayoral election.

During Reina’s tenure, Jackson approved thousands of housing units, including major projects such as Jackson Twenty-one and Adventure Crossing, both pitched as mixed-use “downtown” destinations with arts and entertainment. Instead, residents have witnessed the rise of high-density apartments, vacant warehouses, and growing concerns over overdevelopment.

Pollak has not once criticized those existing developments, which the mayor has once pushed as badges of honor.

Despite his criticisms of the council, Pollak has refused to attack Reina directly, calling him “on his way out” — a comment that suggests Pollak may know details about a possible departure that few in town are aware of.

Pollak has publicly denied being politically tied to Reina, but the financial and strategic connections surrounding his candidacy continues to raise questions over whether he represents a new independent voice for Jackson or simply the next extension of Reina’s political machine.


Key Points

  • LLC tied to Chris Pollak’s residence donated $10,000 to a PAC supporting Mayor Michael Reina.
  • Pollak met repeatedly with Reina before launching his campaign and is advised by Reina allies.
  • Pollak has avoided criticizing Reina’s development record while targeting the township council.

In Jackson politics, critics say Chris Pollak may not be running against the old guard — he may be running with it.

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Maryland Lottery pays out $28.5M in wild winning week

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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Lanham player snags $1.9 million Multi-Match jackpot as Maryland hands out $28.5M in lottery prizes

LANHAM, MD — A ticket bought at a gas station in Lanham turned into a $1.9 million jackpot this past week, topping the list of 32 big Maryland Lottery winners who collectively claimed more than $28.5 million between Sunday and Saturday.

The winning Multi-Match ticket was sold Saturday at the Forbes BP at 9701 Annapolis Road and remains unclaimed as of Monday. It’s the biggest win of the week and one of the largest in the game this year. The lucky ticket matched all six numbers to take home the full annuity jackpot.

But the Lanham winner wasn’t the only Marylander to hit it big. A $200,000 Ravens X10 scratch-off was claimed in Baltimore from Seena Wines and Liquors on North Charles Street. Meanwhile, dozens of other tickets worth $10,000 or more were sold across the state — including multiple $25,000 PICK 5 winners, one $50,000 Powerball hit, and a series of high-dollar Racetrax payouts.

In Waldorf alone, more than $100,000 in PICK 5 prizes were sold from three different locations, while Clinton, Baltimore, and Catonsville each produced $25,000 winners. Hollywood, MD also made noise with $75,000 in total PICK 5 sales from a single store on a single day.

A $50,000 Powerball ticket, sold Wednesday at a Royal Farms in Hanover, remained unclaimed by week’s end, along with several other high-value tickets scattered across Perry Hall, Edgewood, Essex, and Lanham.

FAST PLAY and scratch-offs contributed to the week’s prize pool as well, including a $10,000 win from a 20X Cash ticket in Edgewater and a slew of $10,000 scratchers across Frederick, Silver Spring, Smithsburg, and Waldorf.

All told, more than two dozen retailers across the state sold tickets worth five figures or more — from grocery stores and liquor shops to gas stations and convenience stores.

Jackpot winners of more than $25,000 must claim their prizes at the Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center in Baltimore, by appointment only. Tickets for draw games expire 182 days after the drawing date.

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Key Points

  • $1.9 million Multi-Match jackpot ticket sold in Lanham remains unclaimed
  • Maryland Lottery paid out over $28.5 million in prizes from Sept. 15-21
  • 32 tickets worth $10,000 or more sold or redeemed statewide
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Wendy’s brawl ends in strangulation arrest in Stafford County

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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Man charged with strangulation in Wendy’s parking lot as Stafford deputies respond to wild week of crime reports

STAFFORD, VA — A violent assault outside a Wendy’s on Warrenton Road led to the arrest of a man accused of strangling and repeatedly attacking a woman — one of several arrests detailed in a busy daily incident report released Monday by the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies were called to the fast food restaurant where witnesses reported seeing a man strike a woman. Upon investigation, deputies discovered a disturbing history of violence between the two — including an earlier strangulation incident. The unnamed suspect was arrested and charged with three counts of assault and battery and one count of strangulation. He is being held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail without bond.

Also reported: an inmate newly booked at the Rappahannock Regional Jail on Thursday was found with a white powdery substance in her possession. A felony charge for possession of drugs by a prisoner was filed.

In the early hours of Thursday, a woman attempting to make a cigarette run crashed her car on Garrisonville Road. When deputies arrived, she tried to flee on foot but was caught nearby. After admitting to drinking beer before driving, she was arrested for DUI.

Theft was also on the blotter. A man reportedly stole a carton of cigarettes from the Fas Mart on Richmond Highway by grabbing it during a transaction and fleeing in a silver car. No arrest was announced in that case.

In a bizarre and intoxicated intrusion, a man reached into a Wakefield Avenue home through an open bedroom window and stole a marijuana bong. The suspect, reeking of alcohol, was later found by deputies and charged with public intoxication and unlawful entry with intent to damage.

A traffic stop on Deacon Road revealed a driver operating a vehicle with an expired registration from 2021, a revoked license, no insurance, and a fake state inspection sticker. He was cited with multiple traffic offenses and released on personal recognizance.

Vandalism was also reported Saturday after a family member allegedly went on a destructive spree in a basement, causing $600 worth of damage. The suspect was issued a summons for destruction of property.

In a separate incident, a man who called 911 over an Amazon issue was arrested Friday night after a deputy discovered he was a fugitive wanted out of Florida. He now faces extradition.

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Key Points

  • Man arrested at Wendy’s after allegedly strangling and assaulting a woman in public
  • DUI arrest made after woman crashes car during late-night cigarette run
  • Fugitive wanted in Florida arrested after calling 911 about Amazon account
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East Berlin store sells $100K winning scratch-off ticket

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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$100K Scorching Hot 7s ticket sold at East Berlin convenience store

East Berlin, CT — A lucky player scored a $100,000 jackpot on the Scorching Hot 7s scratch-off ticket, according to the Connecticut Lottery. The winning ticket was sold at Dairy Farms #19, located in East Berlin, with the prize officially recorded on September 19.

The ticket was part of the popular Scorching Hot 7s instant game, which offers a range of cash prizes and multiple top payouts. The identity of the winner has not been released, and it remains unclear whether the prize has been claimed.

The Connecticut Lottery reminds all players that tickets must be claimed within 180 calendar days of the drawing or game close date, depending on the game.

Winners of prizes over $5,000 are subject to standard state and federal tax withholdings.

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Key Points

  • A $100,000 winning Scorching Hot 7s ticket was sold at Dairy Farms #19 in East Berlin, CT
  • The win was reported on September 19
  • The prize has not yet been publicly claimed
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Greenwood man busted after armed robbery at Dover gas station

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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$30K bail for Greenwood man accused in Dover knife heist

Dover, DE — A Greenwood man is behind bars after allegedly holding up a Speedway gas station at knifepoint Saturday evening and fleeing with cash, according to the Dover Police Department.

The robbery took place on September 20 at approximately 7:26 p.m. at the Speedway located at 31 N. DuPont Highway. Officers responded to the scene for a reported theft and quickly learned the incident involved an armed robbery.

Investigators say 29-year-old Terrell Boyce entered the store, displayed a knife, and demanded that the clerk open the cash register. The victim complied, and Boyce allegedly took an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing the scene.

With assistance from the Delaware State Police, Boyce was identified as the suspect. The following day, on September 21, Dover officers located Boyce operating a vehicle in the 300 block of Bluecoat Street. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 3 for further investigation.

Greenwood man busted after armed robbery at Dover gas station

Boyce has been charged with the following offenses by the Dover Police Department:

  • Robbery First Degree
  • Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony

He was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $30,000 cash bond.

Boyce is also facing additional charges in connection with two other knife-point robberies in Milford, as previously reported by state police.

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Key Points

  • Terrell Boyce, 29, was arrested for a knife-point robbery at a Dover gas station
  • Boyce allegedly stole money after threatening a clerk with a knife
  • He was taken into custody the following day and is being held on $30,000 cash bail
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$100K lottery win sold at Newtown Convenience store

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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$100K CASH5 jackpot ticket sold at Newtown Convenience in Connecticut

Newtown, CT — A lucky lottery player in Newtown scored a $100,000 payday after hitting the top prize in the Connecticut Lottery’s CASH5 game, according to official results released for the September 19 drawing.

The winning ticket was purchased at Newtown Convenience, located in Newtown, CT. The ticket matched all five winning numbers to claim the game’s top prize. The winner’s identity has not yet been disclosed, and it remains unclear whether the prize has been officially claimed.

CASH5 is one of the Connecticut Lottery’s most popular daily draw games, offering a top prize of $100,000 for players who match all five numbers. Drawings are held every night at 10:29 p.m., and tickets must be claimed within 180 days from the drawing date.

The Connecticut Lottery has urged all players to check their tickets carefully.

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Key Points

  • A $100,000 CASH5 winning ticket was sold at Newtown Convenience in Newtown, CT
  • The win came from the September 19 drawing
  • The winner has not yet been publicly identified
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Knife-wielding bandit busted after Milford robbery spree

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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Greenwood man arrested for two knife-point robberies in Milford

Milford, DE — A Greenwood man is in custody after being linked to a string of violent knife-point robberies at two Milford businesses, according to the Delaware State Police.

Troopers arrested 29-year-old Terrell Boyce following a joint investigation with the Dover Police Department. Authorities say Boyce is responsible for two separate robberies in Milford that took place on September 14 and September 19.

The first incident occurred on September 14 around 1:30 p.m. at a business located on Shawnee Road. Investigators say Boyce jumped over the counter, pulled a knife, and demanded an employee open the cash register. He fled with an undisclosed amount of cash. Two employees and a customer were inside the store at the time, but no one was injured.

The second robbery happened five days later, on the evening of September 19, at a convenience store on Bay Road. In that incident, Boyce allegedly entered the store, brandished a knife, and ordered the clerk to open the register. He escaped with cash and cigars.

Detectives later connected Boyce to both Milford robberies as well as a separate robbery in the City of Dover. A warrant was obtained, and Boyce was arrested without incident by Dover Police on September 21.

He was transported to Delaware State Police Troop 3, where he was formally charged with multiple felonies.

Boyce faces the following charges:

  • Robbery 1st Degree – Display What Appears to be a Deadly Weapon (2 counts)
  • Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (2 counts)
  • Wearing a Disguise During the Commission of a Felony (2 counts)

He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $110,000 cash bond.

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Key Points

  • Terrell Boyce, 29, was arrested for two knife-point robberies in Milford and another in Dover
  • In both cases, he brandished a knife and fled with cash, and in one case, cigars
  • Boyce is being held on a $110,000 cash bond at Sussex Correctional Institution
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Teen killed in late-night Kensington crash by SUV

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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16-year-old boy struck and killed by SUV in late-night Kensington crash

Kensington, MD — A 16-year-old boy was fatally struck by a vehicle Sunday night in Montgomery County, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police responded to the 3500 block of University Boulevard West at approximately 9:14 p.m. following reports of a pedestrian collision. When they arrived, they discovered the teen had been hit by a Nissan Murano. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The identity of the victim has not yet been released pending family notification.

According to police, the driver of the SUV remained on scene and is cooperating with investigators. No charges have been announced at this time, and details surrounding the circumstances of the crash remain under review.

Authorities have not said whether the teen was crossing the road or walking alongside traffic when the incident occurred. The area was closed to traffic for several hours Sunday night as crash reconstruction teams processed the scene.

The investigation remains active.

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Key Points

  • A 16-year-old boy was fatally struck by a Nissan Murano in Kensington on Sunday night
  • The crash occurred on University Boulevard West around 9:14 p.m.
  • The driver stayed at the scene as the investigation continues
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Connecticut High Roller player lands six-figure jackpot

by Local News Report September 23, 2025
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Connecticut lottery player hits $243K FAST PLAY jackpot at Southington store

Southington, CT — A lucky player from Cheshire struck it big this week after winning a $243,241 jackpot playing the $10 High Roller Progressive FAST PLAY game, according to the Connecticut Lottery.

The winning ticket was sold on September 19 at Southington Quick Mart LLC, located in the Marion section of town. The game is part of the FAST PLAY series, which features instant progressive jackpots that grow with every ticket sold statewide until someone wins.

This particular win marks one of the highest payouts seen in the High Roller Progressive game in recent weeks. The player’s identity has not yet been publicly disclosed by lottery officials, and it remains unclear if the prize has officially been claimed.

The FAST PLAY series continues to gain popularity in Connecticut for offering real-time jackpots and immediate results without needing to wait for nightly drawings.

Lottery winners in Connecticut have 180 calendar days from the draw or game date to claim their prizes.

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Key Points

  • A $243,241 FAST PLAY jackpot was won on September 19 in Southington, CT
  • The ticket was purchased at Southington Quick Mart LLC in the Marion section
  • The winning game was the $10 High Roller Progressive FAST PLAY
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