Newark Fugitive Wanted on Violent Charges Captured in North Carolina After Yearlong Manhunt
Newark, NJ – A fugitive sought in connection with several violent crimes in Newark has been arrested in North Carolina following what authorities described as a yearlong, multi-agency investigation. Isaiah Ketchens was…
Ohio Man Aims for Pinball Marathon Record
HAMILTON, OH – Jim Foliano, executive director of Ticket to Hope, is in the midst of a Guinness World Record attempt by playing pinball for a projected 63 consecutive hours. His endeavor…
92-Year-Old Utah Woman Crowned World’s Oldest Female Water Skier
FISH HAVEN, UT – Dwan Jacobsen Young, a resident of Fish Haven, Utah, has been officially recognized as the world’s oldest female water skier at age 92. Young began her water skiing…
Piece of 19th Century Ship Washes Up at Maryland State Park
ASSATEAGUE, MD – A remarkable piece of maritime history appeared on the shores of Assateague State Park, Maryland, when a 14.5-foot piece of driftwood, identified as a deck timber from a 19th-century…
Over a Dozen Animals on Death’s Doorstep Recovering after Gruesome Find in Newark
NEWARK, NJ – A rescue operation led by the Newark Animal Control and the Associated Humane Societies (AHS) resulted in the safe retrieval of over a dozen neglected animals, including 12 dogs,…
Lion at the Jersey Shore Comfortable at New Home in the Pines
FORKED RIVER, NJ – Kanu, a lion known for his friendly demeanor and playful quirks, has found a new home at Popcorn Park in New Jersey. Previously residing at a care facility…
87-Year-Old Paddles to Record Along Mississippi River
LULING, LA – Dale Sanders, nicknamed “Grey Beard,” set a Guinness World Record as the oldest person to paddle the entire length of the Mississippi River. Sanders, 87, completed the 87-day expedition,…
Video: Woman Flees Fiery Crash, Later Caught by Police
LAKEWOOD, NJ – A woman who crashed into a street light and fled the scene as her car burst into flames has been arrested. A video of the incident was shared by…
Sondra Fortunato, Beloved “Miss Liberty,” Passes Away at 75
TOMS RIVER – Sondra Fortunato, known affectionately as “Miss Liberty,” a self-promotional beauty queen recognized for her extravagant outfits, voluminous blonde hair, and constant smile, passed away after a battle with illness.…
Driver, Ford Explorer Sought in Deadly Brick Township Hit and Run
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – A fatal hit and run occurred on January 13, 2024, at approximately 9:15 a.m. at the intersection of Route 35 South and Bay Avenue in Brick Township, prompting…
New Jersey National Guard Infantry Brigade Activated for Middle East Deployment
TRENTON, NJ – Hundreds of New Jersey National Guard citizen soldiers, including 16 state troopers, will be deploying as part of the 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team in Operation Inherent Resolve. A…
NYC Braces for Winter Snowfall, Mixed Conditions, Icy Streets
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 8 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Tuesday, covering portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York. This period is expected to…
Is That Snow Storm Going to Hit New Jersey? Here’s What the National Weather Service Says
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The National Weather Service forecasts snow for Ocean County, with significant travel disruptions expected due to snow and sleet accumulations. On Martin Luther King Day, the weather is…
Two Dead, Six Shot in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion neighborhood was the scene of a mass shooting early Sunday. Philadelphia Police Department Captain Christopher Bradshaw reported that the incident occurred just before 1 a.m. on…
Three-Year-Old Killed in Crash on Route 34 in Howell Township
FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced an ongoing investigation into a tragic three-vehicle collision that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old girl. The accident occurred on New…
New Jersey’s Great Cultural Divide is Not North and South, But NYC vs. Philadelphia
TRENTON, NJ – In a state known for its rich cultural diversity and bustling urban centers, New Jersey is revealing a different kind of divide, one that transcends the traditional North-South geographical…
Corporate America Second Guessing Woke Policies Amid Backlash, Shareholder Concerns
Amid growing legal challenges and shifting public opinions, several corporations are reassessing their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. Reports from multiple outlets indicate that this reevaluation comes in response to legal…
Biden Admin Gives $700k To Prevent Transgender Pregnancy
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden administration, through the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has allocated nearly $700,000 towards the development of a national pregnancy prevention program specifically for transgender boys.…
Fire Contained at Perth Amboy Warehouse, No Injuries Reported
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – In the early hours of January 13, 2024, Perth Amboy Fire Department (PAFD) responded to a fire at a warehouse located at 1 Buckingham Avenue. The initial call…
NYC High School Students Go Virtual As School Closes to Houses Immigrants
NEW YORK CITY, NY — James Madison High School in Brooklyn will transition to virtual learning to provide temporary shelter for approximately 2,000 migrants, the school announced on Tuesday. This decision comes…
Why Would Anyone in New Jersey Eat Chain Pizza in a State With So Much Good Pizza?
New Jerseyans Debate: Chain Pizza vs. Local Pizzerias A recent Reddit thread sparked a lively debate among New Jersey residents over their preference for chain pizza establishments like Pizza Hut, Little Caesars,…
