Why 9/11 Still Hits Generation X Differently 25 Years Later
For Generation X, 9/11 remains a dividing line between an analog Cold War childhood and an adulthood shaped by terrorism, long wars and economic upheaval.…
This Tick Now Spreading Across New Jersey Can Make You Allergic to Red Meat For Life
Lone star ticks are expanding across New Jersey, and more than 1,000 alpha-gal cases were reported as the tick-linked red meat allergy gains attention.…
Brick Democratic Party’s Top Attorney to Represent Mo Hill in $2 Million Toms River Gas Theft Lawsuit
Former Toms River Mayor Mo Hill has turned to Brick Township attorney Kevin Starkey as the $2 million Silverton EMS legal fight continues.…
New Jersey Renews Centuries Old Claim to Staten Island: NYC Borough belongs to us
New Jersey Assembly forms special committee to explore Staten Island annexation TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey General Assembly has introduced a resolution to establish a special committee to investigate the possibility…
Watch: Ride splits in half at Saudi amusement park leaves 23 injured, 3 critically
TAIF, Saudi Arabia — A fairground ride carrying park-goers collapsed during operation at a mountain resort near Jeddah, injuring at least 23 people, including three critically, officials said Thursday. The accident occurred…
NJ bill seeks to block state funding for legal aid to immigrants facing deportation
TRENTON, N.J. — A bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate would prohibit the use of state funds to provide legal assistance to individuals facing detention or deportation due to their immigration…
NJ Democrats Want Amnesty and Citizenship for Estimated 900,000 Undocumented Migrants
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey General Assembly introduced a resolution calling on the President and U.S. Congress to pass federal legislation granting amnesty and an eight-year path to citizenship for the…
Some Toms River Councilmembers Say Veterans Lack Skills to Be Police Officers, Citing PTSD, Violence, Training
by Phil Stilton (USMC 1991-1995) TOMS RIVER, NJ – American veterans are not fit to serve as police officers in Toms River. That was the loud and clear message delivered by anti-veteran…
New Jersey declares state of emergency ahead of dangerous storms and flooding
TRENTON, N.J. — A state of emergency has been declared across New Jersey as forecasters warn of severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall that could dump up to 7 inches of rain across…
New Jersey on flood alert as powerful storm threatens up to 5 inches of rain
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is under a flood watch through late tonight as a strong storm system moves in from the west, bringing the threat of flash flooding with rainfall totals…
Federal Agent Thought He Was Texting New Jersey Child for Sex, She Was a Cop
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — A U.S. Border Patrol agent from Michigan is facing multiple charges in New Jersey after an investigation found he allegedly communicated online with an undercover officer he believed to…
Toms River Appoints 33-Year Veteran Cop as New Chief of Police
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River officially named a new top cop Monday night as Mayor Dan Rodrick swore in Chief Guy Maire during the Township Council meeting. Mayor Rodrick nominated Maire…
McHacked: Hackers Expose 64 Million Applicants Using McDonald’s Job Application Chat Bot
TRENTON— Bad news for anyone in New Jersey who might have used McDonad’s AI Chat Bot to apply for a job. Hackers have exposed your information due to a simple password used…
Ten seconds of gunfire rattled West Philly corner and left four children shot in mass shooting
Breaking news: Police seeking suspects, release video PHILADELPHIA — A shocking afternoon shooting in West Philadelphia left five people wounded, including two children, as police search for multiple suspects captured on video…
New Jersey braces for more flash flooding on Thursday
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A widespread threat of flash flooding is expected across New Jersey on Thursday, with the National Weather Service placing much of the region under a Moderate Risk for…
Philly street turns violent as quintuple mass shooting sends four kids to emergency room
PHILADELPHIA — A broad daylight shooting in West Philadelphia left five people injured, including four minors, in what police are calling a quintuple shooting that unfolded around 4:05 p.m. near 56th and…
Toms River Mayor Blasts Murphy Appointed Prosecutor as “Far Left Liberal” for Opposing Veterans’ Preference to be a Cop
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick wants to bolster the experience level of his town’s police department with more seasoned veteran police officers and military veterans, but Ocean County…
Repeat Butt Sniffing Perp Arrested Again at Walmart
BURBANK, Calif. — A 38-year-old registered sex offender was arrested last week after allegedly engaging in lewd behavior inside a Walmart near the Empire Center shopping area, Burbank police said. Officers responded…
Charged with sexting a teen, Chris Christie aide cops a plea
TRENTON, N.J. — A former staffer in the administration of former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has pleaded guilty to a first-degree charge of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and faces…
Man caught nude by Google camera wins privacy lawsuit for $12,500
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — A court in Argentina has ordered Google to pay approximately $12,500 to a man whose naked image was captured by a Street View camera while he was in…
Legislators call proposed freelancer law a threat to livelihoods for tens of thousands New Jersey independent contractors
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lawmakers are once again California dreaming as they propose a new law to mimick one in Califnornia. Three Republican lawmakers representing New Jersey’s 9th Legislative District have…
USAID Cut from SBA Funding After $550 Million Bribery Scandal Discovered by DOJ
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has revoked the U.S. Agency for International Development’s authority to independently manage 8(a) contracts following the exposure of a $550 million bribery scheme…
Teen who drowned in the ocean at Assateague National Seashore identified
BERLIN, Md. — An 18-year-old Virginia resident died after being pulled from the ocean at Assateague Island National Seashore last week, park officials confirmed Tuesday. Cresencio Lucas Chavez Velasquez of Parksley, Virginia,…