Lacey Woman Stabbed Her Dog, Lunged at Cops With Knife Before Being Shot, Video Shows
Lacey Township, NJ – The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office on Wednesday released body-worn camera video and police radio transmissions from the fatal police-involved shooting of 55-year-old Susanne Clarke in the Lanoka…
New Jersey Considers Lowering Age for Mandatory Public School Enrollment
TRENTON, NJ — A new legislative proposal introduced on Monday seeks to lower the age for compulsory school attendance in New Jersey from six to five years old. Sponsored by Assemblywoman Verlina…
New Jersey Legislators Propose Stricter Pension Forfeiture Laws for Corrupt Officials
TRENTON, NJ — New legislation has been introduced in New Jersey aiming to mandate the forfeiture of pension benefits by public officials convicted of crimes linked to their office. Sponsored by Assemblywoman…
Morris County Alert: Jury Duty Scam Awareness
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ—The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and Morris County Sheriff’s Office have issued a warning about a jury duty scam affecting residents. Scammers, posing as law enforcement officials, are reportedly demanding…
New Jersey Realtors Could Soon Have to Take Bias Training Under Proposed Law
TRENTON, NJ—In an effort to combat discrimination in property appraisals, New Jersey Senators Nellie Pou and M. Teresa Ruiz have introduced Bill S1311, which mandates anti-bias training for real estate appraisers. The…
Mo Hill Synagogue Deal With Feds Leads to Increase In Toms River Applications
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River is seeing an increase in applications for synagogues in private residences and small land parcels after a major land use agreement signed by former Mayor Maurice…
Gopal Seeks No-Bid Contracts For Social Services Without Parental Consent in New Jersey Schools
TRENTON, NJ—A new legislative proposal, Senate Bill 3156, is generating significant debate in New Jersey. Sponsored by Senator Vin Gopal from District 11 (Monmouth) and Senator Angela V. McKnight from District 31…
Shrewsbury First Responders Honored with Award for Lifesaving Efforts
SHREWSBURY, MA – Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. honored several Shrewsbury first responders today for their heroic efforts in reviving a local man, Andy MacIsaac, who suffered a cardiac…
New Jersey’s Attempt To Remove Public Teacher Certifications and Testing Advances Again
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Senate Education Committee has favorably reported Senate Bill No. 1287, a significant legislative proposal aimed at modifying the state’s teacher certification process. This bill proposes the…
New Safety Standards Implemented for Deadly Beach Umbrellas in NJ and NY
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ —Following a series of injuries and fatalities linked to beach umbrella accidents, significant safety changes have been introduced at beaches in New Jersey and New York. These new standards…
New Jersey Gym That Defied Governor Murphy Lockdown Has Clear Message After Court Win
TRENTON, NJ – After three years, a New Jersey gym that fought New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s COVID-19 business lockdown has won its case against local officials and the governor. But it…
Chris Christie Embraces Former Trump Aide With Mouth Kiss
TRENTON, NJ – An awkward moment occurred at a New Jersey fundraiser when former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Anthony Scaramucci, former White House Communications Director, shared a kiss on the…
New Jersey State Police Celebrate Civilian Appreciation Day
WEST TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Police, a civilian law enforcement agency, recently held their 2024 Division Civilian Appreciation Day at the Health and Wellness Center at Division Headquarters. The…
Bear Attacks Leave One Dog Dead, Another Injured in New Jersey
SPARTA, NJ — A series of bear attacks in Sparta Township has left one dog dead and another injured, according to local officials. Police Chief Jeffery McCarrick reported that the attacks occurred…
D.C. Teen Pleads Guilty to Armed Carjacking
WASHINGTON, DC – Antwan Mitchell, a 19-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has entered a guilty plea to a charge of carjacking related to an incident that occurred in February 2024. The plea…
Bomb Threat at State House Leads to Swift Response, No Devices Found
ANNAPOLIS, MD – A bomb threat was reported at the State House on May 15, leading to an urgent response from local authorities. The threat was called in at approximately 3:38 PM…
Massachusetts Wants Ebony Alert System for Missing Black Children and Women
BOSTON, MA — Massachusetts is exploring the adoption of an Ebony Alert system similar to California’s, specifically aimed at aiding the search for missing black individuals. The initiative in California, established through…
Trump Endorses New Jersey Senate Candidate Who Didn’t Fund Chris Christie’s Failed Campaign
TOMS RIVER, NJ—Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump has endorsed his candidate in the 2024 U.S. Senate GOP primary election. That election will choose a nominee to take the seat of embattled…
New Jersey Dems Want Control Over Judicial Appointments
Trenton, N.J. – Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips has voiced his opposition to a proposal put forward by Senators Nick Scutari and Raj Mukherji, suggesting the transfer of the appointment authority for appellate…
Bill to Allow 16 and 17-Year-Olds to Vote in School Elections Resurfaces in New Jersey
Trenton, NJ—A proposed bill in New Jersey would permit 16- —and 17-year-old U.S. citizens residing in the state to vote in local school board elections. If passed, this initiative would apply only…
Rochester man pleads guilty for his role in illegal sports betting ring
Assistant U.S. Attorneys Meghan K. McGuire and Melissa M. Marangola, who are handling the case, stated that between April 25, 2019, and April 17, 2021, Ferrari conspired with Dominic Sprague, Anthony Amato,…
