Mikie Sherrill Promised New Jersey Housing Czar and Affordability
TRENTON, N.J. – The Sherrill-Caldwell Administration released a comprehensive housing strategy aimed at lowering costs, expanding homeownership, and addressing New Jersey’s shortage of more than 200,000 homes early on in the transition…
Downtown Frederick traffic stop leads to drug arrest
Frederick man arrested after downtown traffic stop leads to drug charges FREDERICK, Md. — A routine patrol check in downtown Frederick early Sunday morning led to the arrest of a 31-year-old man…
Dog stabbed during domestic dispute recovering but being treated as “evidence” by legal system
Monmouth County SPCA says the rescued dog is healing physically but struggling emotionally during long-term confinement. Freehold, NJ – A dog named Trouble, who survived a stab wound during a domestic dispute,…
Brooklyn police cadet indicted for allegedly raping 17-year-old he met online
District Attorney says the accused deceived the victim about his age before the assault. Brooklyn, NY – The Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office announced that a New York City Police Cadet has been…
Long Branch man pleads guilty to fatal 2025 stabbing on Broadway
Prosecutors say the defendant faces 26 years in state prison for killing 35-year-old Eren Kurkcu. Long Branch, NJ – Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced that a 22-year-old Long Branch man…
Florida man arrested after shovel attack inside Chinese restaurant, claims he was “stopping new COVID strain”
Witnesses say the suspect smashed the kitchen and injured the owner in an outburst fueled by delusion. Orlando, FL – Deputies in Orange County arrested a man accused of attacking a restaurant…
Allegheny County investigating unauthorized and hateful radio transmissions
Officials say the public safety system was not hacked, and emergency operations remain unaffected. Pittsburgh, PA – Allegheny County Police and Allegheny County Emergency Services are investigating a series of unauthorized radio…
Raritan Valley Community College to launch special effects makeup program amid New Jersey film boom
The Somerset County college will offer hands-on courses in cinematic makeup artistry beginning summer 2026. Somerset County, NJ – Raritan Valley Community College is stepping into the spotlight as New Jersey’s film…
Fire Island National Seashore continues deer management operations after winter storm delays
White-tailed deer reduction efforts took place on federal lands February 23–27. Patchogue, NY – The National Park Service (NPS) has completed White-tailed Deer Management Plan operations at Fire Island National Seashore, following…
Police seek suspect who opened fire at occupied vehicle in the Bronx
The gunman fled on foot after discharging his weapon on Sheridan Avenue, police say. Bronx, NY – NYPD Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in…
Police seek suspects in knife-point robbery of teen in Brooklyn
Two males stole a 14-year-old’s jacket at Bay Parkway and West 11th Street, police say. Brooklyn, NY – NYPD Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects wanted…
Suspect shot dead by police after stabbing spree and on Virginia interstate
Virginia State Police investigating fatal stabbings and officer involved shooting on I 495. One woman killed, three others injured after suspect attacks motorists before being shot by trooper. Fairfax, VA – Virginia…
Ocean County approves new grant funding, shared service agreements, and veterans bureau creation
Board of Commissioners greenlights public safety upgrades, municipal service contracts, and housing rehabilitation support for 2026. Toms River, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a wide range of…
Trooper rescues injured great horned owl along New York Thruway
The bird, likely struck by a vehicle, was transported to a Latham animal hospital for treatment. Coeymans, NY – New York State Police say Trooper Maryam Ibrahim came to the aid of…
Amityville man indicted for manslaughter and DWI in Belt Parkway crash that killed passenger
Queens prosecutors say the driver was intoxicated, speeding at 115 mph, and had an illegal firearm in the vehicle. Queens, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced that a Long Island…
Family launches fundraiser for boy killed in Lakewood robbery
Authorities say a juvenile suspect has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal March 1 shooting. Lakewood, NJ – The family of Eduardo “Lalito” Miñon Inclán, a young boy tragically…
Man charged after bringing weed smoking, beer drinking parakeet to local bar in Greensburg
Police say the bird had a broken leg and appeared underweight after being transported in the man’s pocket. Greensburg, PA – A Greensburg man was arrested after allegedly bringing an injured parakeet…
New Jersey wants cops to undergo personal bias reviews every five years
Sen. Angela McKnight’s proposal aims to identify extremist ties and prevent discriminatory policing TRENTON, NJ – A new bill in the New Jersey Senate would require all state, county, and municipal police…
New Jersey could grant E-ZPass toll exemptions to disabled veterans
Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez introduces measure to eliminate Turnpike and Parkway tolls for qualifying veterans. Trenton, NJ – Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez (D-Middlesex) has introduced a proposal that would exempt New Jersey’s disabled veterans…
New law seeks to remove ethics guardrails for spouses of New Jersey’s most powerful public officials
Bill A5214 would ease ethics restrictions on spouses of New Jersey state employees. Measure allows spouses of certain state officials to invest in or hold interests in cannabis or casino industries under…
Toms River school board sued for hiring $850-per-hour lawyer tied to board president
Board member alleges corruption, conflict of interest, and illegal spending amid district’s financial crisis TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River Regional school board member is suing her own district, accusing fellow…
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