Road Raging Driver Knocked Out on Lakewood Street, Suspect Charged
Lakewood, road rage, New Hampshire Avenue, Route 70, Lakewood police, dashcam video, assault, Ocean County, traffic incident, arrest…
FBI Allegedly Investigating OCVTS Sexual Abuse Scandal as Probe Expands Into Alleged Institutional Cover-Up
Federal investigators are reportedly interviewing Ocean County officials and former OCVTS employees as part of an expanding investigation into allegations that administrators covered up decades of student sexual abuse at the district's Performing Arts Academy.…
Could Ocean County College Be Next as Enrollment Continues to Decline
Ocean County College's declining enrollment has prompted questions about whether the campus could eventually face redevelopment discussions similar to former New Jersey public schools that have recently been converted into yeshivas, although…
New Jersey Tells Residents How to Report Restaurants for Violating Plastic Utensil and Straw Laws
New Jersey residents can report restaurants that automatically provide plastic utensils, straws or condiment packets under the state's new "Skip the Stuff" law, which took effect Aug. 1.…
Former Bass River Elementary School to Become Yeshiva and Dormitories Backed by Lakewood Developer
The Bass River Planning Board approved plans to convert the former elementary school into a private yeshiva after determining New Jersey law required approval despite years of neighborhood opposition.…
Three Toms River Men Facing SEC Fraud Investigation Linked to $47m Orthodox Jewish Targeted Ponzi Scheme
The SEC alleges three Toms River residents orchestrated and promoted a $47 million investment fraud targeting Orthodox Jewish communities, while federal prosecutors have already secured a guilty plea from the alleged scheme's organizer.…
New Jersey Highway contractor to pay $950,000 to settle False Claims Act allegations
NEWARK, N.J. — A Rahway, New Jersey-based highway contractor, MV Contracting Inc., has agreed to pay $950,000 to settle allegations that it falsely represented itself as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) to…
Three New Jersey attorneys and realtor indicted in short sale fraud scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — Three attorneys and a realtor from New Jersey have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a fraudulent short sale scheme that defrauded financial institutions,…
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro Autographs Bomb Destined to Kill Russians on the Battlefield
SCRANTON, Pa. — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro faced online backlash after posting a video of himself signing a missile at the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant over the weekend. The missile, potentially headed…
Maryland Fugitive Wanted for Carjacking and Dognapping
EAST HUNTINGDON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are searching for a Maryland man accused of carjacking a vehicle with a dog inside and fleeing the scene. Kenneth Crider, of Poolesville, Md.,…
Illegal Migrant Convicted for Rape of Maryland Child
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Baltimore arrested a 41-year-old Mexican national on Sept. 5, who was convicted of sex crimes involving a minor in Maryland. Ruben Guzman-Martinez, who unlawfully…
These Two Jersey Ducks Make Themselves at Home in Cape May
CAPE MAY, NJ – At her home in New Jersey, Jennifer Dowe watches two of her ducks, Bonnie and Clyde, return from their time at “ducky daycare” with the same excitement as…
Once Deported Illegal Migrant Re-Entered U.S. and Raped Nantucket Resident
NANTUCKET, Mass. — Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested a 41-year-old Guatemalan noncitizen charged with a sex crime against a Nantucket resident. Felix Alberto Perez-Gomez, who had previously been removed from…
They’re Not Even Hiding It: Regular Guy Tim Walz Meets With Left Wing Billionaire at His NYC Apartment
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz met with Alex Soros, the son of billionaire George Soros, at the younger Soros’ New York City apartment this week. The meeting sparked criticism from Republican presidential candidate…
Stricter Penalties, Mandatory Disease Test Coming for Those Who Assault Cops in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — The Assembly Appropriations Committee has advanced Assembly Bill No. 2378 (1R), which would impose tougher penalties for assaults on law enforcement officers and certain other emergency personnel. The bill,…
New Jersey Takes First Step Toward Banning More Gas Powered Landscaping Equipment
Gas powered leaf blowers, lawnmowers, edgers, and other tools are on the chopping block in New Jersey, but one bill introduced this week seeks to get the state going in that direction…
Nancy Pelosi Stock Trades Indicate Elon Musk Could Be Next Target of Department of Justice
Is Elon Musk headed for a showdown with the Department of Justice? If Nancy Pelosi’s husband Paul’s recent stock trades are an indication, then Elon Musk could be the next target of…
Illegal Migrant Facing Deportation Attacks New Jersey ICE Officer
CAMDEN, N.J.,— A foreign national admitted in federal court today to assaulting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer while in custody, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Vasil Petrov, 40, of…
Multiple Stabbings, Deadly Shooting Cap Another Violent Night in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 25 — Authorities are investigating a series of violent incidents across the city’s 15th, 16th, and 25th Districts, including two stabbings and a fatal shooting. In the 15th District, a…
Jazz and Roots Festival Brings New Jersey Together
UNION, N.J., — Thousands of music lovers gathered at Kean University’s East Campus on Saturday for the annual Jazz & Roots Music Festival, a free outdoor event that brought together the community…
New Law Seeks to Ban Weight Loss Drugs for Teens in New Jersey, While Allowing Gender Transitioning Treatments
New Jersey is a state with a gender healthcare sanctuary state. An executive order introduced in 2023 by Governor Phil Murphy affirmed this designation. While the state allows for gender-transitioning drugs for…
New Jersey Wants to Strip Medical Licenses from Healthcare Workers Who Disagree with State Sponsored ‘Science’
If you disagree with a certain treatment, medicine, vaccine, or procedure, and speak publicly about it, you might be putting your career at risk in the future in New Jersey. A new…
New Jersey lawmakers introduce new law in response to Belmar beach badge surfer arrests
The Belmar Beach surfer arrests in August 2024 became a flashpoint in New Jersey’s ongoing debate about beach access. Liam Mahoney, a 28-year-old surfer from California, was tackled and arrested after refusing…
Illegal Salvadorian Migrant Arrested for Raping Nantucket Child
NANTUCKET, Mass. — Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested a 49-year-old Salvadoran national on Sept. 10, who faces 11 charges related to sex crimes against a child in Nantucket. Elmer Sola,…
New Jersey Issues Black Bear Warning as Denning Season Approaches
TRENTON, N.J., Sept. 25 — As black bears increase their activity ahead of winter denning season, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish & Wildlife is reminding residents to properly…
NJ attorney general mandates reforms for state police after investigations reveal misconduct
TRENTON, N.J.– Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has ordered the implementation of recommended reforms following two separate investigations into the New Jersey State Police (NJSP). Colonel Patrick Callahan has agreed to accept…