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Fairfax County, VA – Fairfax County Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez has been charged with reckless driving after a Virginia State Trooper allegedly clocked his Porsche traveling 104 mph in a 70-mph…
JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township is preparing to take control of 129 properties tied to more than $14.2 million in unpaid taxes, but as the aggressive foreclosure plan moves forward, a series…
TRENTON, N.J. — Caregivers, guardians, and even staff members at certain New Jersey care facilities could be barred from entering if they ignore food safety rules under a newly introduced state bill.…
Trenton, NJ — New Jersey households are still absorbing last year’s sharp electricity price surge—about 17% in 2025—while facing a smaller projected increase of roughly 1.3% in 2026 under the state’s mitigation…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A growing sense of unease is surrounding Capitol Hill as U.S. Representative Tom Kean Jr. (R-NJ-07) remains absent from Congress for more than a month, with even his closest…
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey is committing $20 million to promote itself during the 2026 FIFA World Cup even as the event is branded globally as “New York–New Jersey,” a tension that…
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Fans leaving 2026 World Cup matches at Lincoln Financial Field will ride home for free on the Broad Street Line under a new SEPTA plan backed by a state-supported…
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — New Jersey officials canceled the planned Liberty State Park World Cup fan fest on February 19, 2026, replacing the weeks-long mega event with a $5 million push for…
FIFA faces growing pressure over New Jersey World Cup deal after Sherrill challenges transport costs and FIFA ‘surprised’ by governor’s war of words in the public. East Rutherford, New Jersey — A…
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. —New Jersey taxpayers could be left covering a $48 million transportation bill for the 2026 World Cup at MetLife Stadium—while FIFA contributes nothing and collects billions from the tournament…
Virginia bill would tie state’s electoral votes to national result, overriding state outcome if different. Proposal would award electoral votes based on nationwide popular vote, not Virginia’s individual results Richmond, VA —…
Agency narrative highlights Revolutionary-era spy network and coordinated warning system PRINCETON, NJ — The Central Intelligence Agency is highlighting Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride as part of what it describes as one…
Proposed limits on loss write-offs spark debate over affordability, revenue and business climate TRENTON, N.J. — A proposed change to New Jersey’s business tax structure is drawing sharp debate as state leaders…
TRENTON, N.J. — A series of recent high-profile criminal cases involving migrants in New Jersey has intensified debate over immigration policy, law enforcement cooperation, and public safety, with several incidents gaining statewide…
TRENTON, N.J. — A $7.3 billion annual cost tied to illegal immigration is taking center stage in New Jersey’s policy debate, as Republican lawmakers warn expanding benefits and limiting enforcement could increase…
TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping set of immigration bills is moving through the New Jersey Legislature in 2026, expanding legal protections for non-citizens while further limiting how state and local agencies interact…
Mayor says policies on housing, transit, and taxation will continue as part of long-term governing strategy New York City, NY — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his commitment to governing…
State GOP points to nation-leading property taxes and affordability strain across New Jersey. Trenton, New Jersey — New Jersey Senate Republicans said Friday that more than two decades of Democratic control of…
Multiple accusers and active probes by prosecutors intensify political fallout. San Francisco, California — U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell is facing mounting calls to resign and withdraw from the California governor’s race after…
Another top official exits Jackson Township as internal email disputes firing JACKSON, N.J. – A top Jackson Township official is departing amid ongoing internal turmoil, with the township’s human resources director disputing…
Princeton, NJ – A Democratic congressional candidate in New Jersey’s 12th District is facing backlash after referring to critics as “chuds” following complaints about a campaign advertisement delivered in a foreign language.…