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August 4, 2026

New Jersey takes on Amazon in blockbuster lawsuit over delivery drivers

Scooter vanishes in five minutes outside Newark store

Police release image of suspect after quick theft caught on camera NEWARK, N.J. — A trip into a Newark store lasted just five minutes, but it was enough time for a thief…

Lucky Powerball ticket sold at neighborhood Queens shop

Three juveniles charged in killing of 15-year-old Columbus boy

Police K9, Suspect Killed During Warrant Arrest in Pawcatuck

PAWCATUCK, CT – A police operation in Stonington, CT, resulted in the death of a suspect and a police K9 on Thursday night. The Connecticut State Police were executing a felony arrest…

Yellow law enforcement tape isolating crime scene. Blurred view of city, toned in red and blue police car lights

Holiday Safety Tips Offered from Montgomery County Police Department

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD – Chief of Police Marcus Jones of the Montgomery County Police Department has issued holiday safety tips for the community. In his message, Chief Jones emphasizes the importance of…

Everett Man Arrested for East Boston Murder

EVERETT, MA – On Friday, at around 8:00 AM, Edwin Mendez Hernandez, a 20-year-old from Everett, was apprehended by the Fugitive Unit in the area of 20 Hancock Street, Everett. Hernandez was…

Arrests Made in Boston Hotel Escort Robbery

BOSTON, MA – At 7:22 PM on Thursday, Boston Police from the South End)apprehended Robert Santana, 28, from Lawrence, and Danine Simpson, 27, from Bronx. The arrests followed a reported robbery at…

Dorchester Man Arrested with Gun, Drugs

MATTAPAN, MA – On Thursday, at 1:08 PM, Tyrone Wilson, a 48-year-old Dorchester resident, was arrested by the Boston Police Drug Control Unit in Mattapan. This followed an ongoing drug investigation and…

Dorchester Drug Dealer Busted With Crack, Cash

DORCHESTER, MA – Boston Police officers from the Drug Control Units in South Boston and Dorchester arrested Alvin McCray, a 43-year-old Dorchester resident, on Thursday, at 12:19 PM. This was part of…

New Castle Man Charged with Attempted Assault on Juvenile

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah, together with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York Acting Special Agent in Charge Erin Keegan, announced the arrest of Dustin Layme,…

Gunmen in Harrisburg Shootout Sentenced to Prison

HARRISBURG, PA – Raymeir Haynes and Correy Evans, also known as Correy Antonio Hill, have been sentenced for their roles in a deadly shootout on June 28, 2021, on Berryhill Street, resulting…

Fugitive Wanted for Attempted Murder Arrested in Lancaster

LANCASTER, PA – George Ditzler III, wanted in Oregon for Criminal Attempt-Homicide, was apprehended in Lancaster City on Friday. The Susquehanna Regional Police Department, in collaboration with Washington County, OR authorities, led…

Elderly Residents Targeted in Bail Scam

UPPER MORELAND, PA – The Upper Moreland Police Department (UMPD), along with neighboring police departments, reports a surge in scams targeting elderly citizens. A recent case in Upper Moreland involved an elderly…

Man Shot While Driving in Philadelphia Crashes Into Garage

PHILADELPHIA, PA – A 22-year-old man was fatally shot in Philadelphia’s Overbrook neighborhood, leading to a car crash early Thursday morning. The incident occurred behind a home on the 5600 block of…

Arab Community Pulls Support for New Jersey Democrat Congressman

PATERSON, NJ — The once steadfast support of the Arab American community for Rep. Bill Pascrell is wavering significantly due to his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. The New Jersey Democrat, who…

Richmond Police Engage Community in Festive Neighborhood Walkthrough

RICHMOND, VA – The Richmond Police Department, led by 313 Lieutenant Marsh, Chief Edwards, and precinct officers, conducted a colorful and festive Command Staff Walkthrough in a Fan neighborhood this week. The…

Concerns Raised Over Lack of Local Input in NJ Affordable Housing Bill Hearing

TRENTON, NJ – During a recent Assembly Housing Committee hearing regarding a significant bill on affordable housing, Assemblyman Rob Clifton and Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn raised concerns about the lack of representation from…

New Jersey Senate Passes Bill to Allow 17-Year-Olds to Vote in Primaries

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Senate has approved a groundbreaking bill sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker and Senator James Beach, enabling 17-year-old registered voters to participate in primary elections, provided they…

New Jersey Lawmakers Recognize and Celebrate Israel’s 75th Anniversary

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Senate has passed a bipartisan resolution, sponsored by Senator Anthony Bucco, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the State of Israel. This resolution, SJR-129, acknowledges the significant…

Cherry Hill Mall Implements Parental Escort Policy for Holiday Shopping

CHERRY HILL, NJ – In a joint statement today, the Cherry Hill Police Department and Cherry Hill Mall Management announced the enforcement of a parental escort policy. This policy, effective from 4:00…

As New Jersey Gas Car Ban Looms, Officials Announce EV Battery Recycling Plan

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey legislature has passed the pioneering Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Battery Management Act (S3723/A5365), establishing a comprehensive system for lithium-ion vehicle battery recycling. This legislation, led by Senator…

Singer Bill Seeks to Protect New Jersey Consumers from Out-of-State Contractor Fraud

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Senate has approved Senator Robert Singer’s bill (A-2138/S-1890) to establish a professional board for regulating home improvement and home elevation contractors. This legislation seeks to enhance…

New Jersey Allocates $15 Million to EV School Bus Program

TRENTON, NJ – The wheels on the bus go round and round, but for some school buses in New Jersey, they won’t go as far as their diesel-powered counterparts. The New Jersey…