Asbury Park School District Declares Itself a “Safe Space” from Trump Policies
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Board of Education has introduced a resolution dec laring itself a safe space from the administration and policies …
In the News
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill meets with Orthodox Jewish leaders in Toms River amid rising antisemitism
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Rep. Mikie Sherrill met with Orthodox Jewish leaders and business owners in Toms River on Tuesday to discuss issues affecting the …
Former performing arts teacher sentenced for child endangerment in Ocean County
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A former teacher at the Ocean County Performing Arts Academy has been sentenced to Parole Supervision for Life after pleading guilty …
Governor Murphy Touts New Jersey’s Record Population Growth As He Forces School Closures and Teacher Firings
TRENTON, NJ – Phil Murphy’s legacy in New Jersey might not be his COVID-19 lockdowns but his new reputation as the School Closer-In-Chief. While the …
Middletown School Board Paid $20,000 to Controversial Political Consultant to Smear Teacher
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — The Middletown School Board is embroiled in a political dispute with Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick, releasing confidential employment records in what …
Middletown School Board Retaliates Against Toms River Mayor, a Teacher in the District
TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Middletown School Board is engaged in a political battle against Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and has now released confidential employment records …
Conoy Township man charged after 3-year-old daughter killed in farming accident
CONOY TOWNSHIP, PA — A Conoy Township man has been charged with felony endangering the welfare of children after his 3-year-old daughter was killed in …
Carroll County 7-Eleven sells winning Powerball ticket worth $50K
UNION BRIDGE, MD — A Carroll County lottery player is celebrating a $50,000 Powerball win after purchasing a $2 quick-pick ticket for the Jan. 25 …
Frederick police arrest juvenile suspect, recover loaded handgun
FREDERICK, Md. — A juvenile suspect was arrested Saturday after Frederick police responded to a reported theft and discovered the individual in possession of a …
Fourth case of Clade I monkeypox detected in U.S., health officials say
ATLANTA — The United States has confirmed a fourth case of clade I mpox, with the New York State Department of Health reporting the latest …
Suspect arrested in Evesham car dealership wheel theft case
EVESHAM, N.J. — A man accused of stealing wheels and tires from multiple new vehicles at a local car dealership has been arrested, the Evesham …
49-Year-Old Man Shot, Dead in the Bronx in Early Morning Shooting
NEW YORK — A 49-year-old man was shot and killed early Saturday morning in the Bronx, police said. Officers responded to a 911 call at …
Millstone Juvenile Suspect Charged in $100,000 Landscaping Heist
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – A joint investigation by the New Jersey State Police and the Monroe Township Police Department has led to the arrest of …
Virginia Cop Stabbed, Attacked in False Report Ambush
FAIR LAKES, Va. — A 16-year-old boy was arrested after stabbing a police officer during a response to a false emergency call in Fair Lakes, …
Man Found Shot to Death in Congress Heights
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man was found shot to death Tuesday morning in the Congress Heights neighborhood of Southeast Washington, prompting a homicide investigation, police …
Chris Christie defends January 6 prosecutors, encouraging lawsuits against Trump
WASHINGTON — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie defended federal prosecutors involved in the January 6 investigations, dismissing claims of bias and warning that legal …
Murphy highlights LGBTQ+ protections, vows to defend trans rights from Trump changes
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to LGBTQ+ rights, particularly protections for the transgender community, as he warned of potential federal …
San Diego sheriff’s deputy charged with civil rights violation, obstruction
SAN DIEGO — A San Diego Sheriff’s Deputy has been indicted on federal charges of violating a detainee’s civil rights and obstructing justice after allegedly …
Baltimore police arrest suspect in Eastern District carjacking
BALTIMORE — A 27-year-old man was arrested Saturday morning in connection with a carjacking after officers tracked the stolen vehicle using license plate recognition technology. …
Man robbed during late-night altercation in the Bronx
BRONX, N.Y. — A 47-year-old man was robbed late Friday night after a physical altercation with two unidentified individuals in the Bronx, police said. The …
Woman robbed at gunpoint by three suspects in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — A 50-year-old woman was robbed at gunpoint late Thursday night while walking on South Main Street, according to police. Officers on patrol …
NYPD seeks suspect in Bronx subway station robbery of 16-year-old boy
BRONX, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted for a robbery at the …
Deadly Bronx dispute ends with a life sentence for convicted shooter
BRONX, N.Y. — A Bronx man was sentenced Thursday to 21 years to life in prison for the fatal shooting of a 35-year-old man following …
Armed suspects steal car in Southeast D.C. as police search for leads
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two masked suspects remain at large after a late-night carjacking in Southeast D.C., where a stolen vehicle and armed individuals prompted an …
Watch: Cartel Traffickers Fire Shots at U.S. Border Patrol, Drone Near Mexican Border
FRONTON, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) responded to assist the U.S. Border Patrol on Thursday after agents patrolling the border in …
Edison man charged with sexual assault in second investigation involving social media connection
EDISON, N.J. — Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Edison Police Chief Thomas Bryan announced Thursday that 31-year-old Faton Boqolli of Edison has been charged …
Timonium woman credits late father’s inspiration for $50K Pick 5 win
TIMONIUM, MD — A Maryland Lottery player, affectionately nicknamed “Glo,” believes a sign from her late father led her to a $50,000 Pick 5 win. …
Police seek public’s help locating Newark man in armed robbery investigation
NEWARK, N.J. — Police are asking for assistance in locating Jamill Davis, 30, of Newark, who is wanted for questioning in connection with an armed …
5-year-old motorcyclist killed in Manassas crash
MANASSAS, Va. — A 25-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a collision with an SUV on Centreville Road near Breeden Avenue on Wednesday afternoon, police said. …
Bergen County man sentenced to six years in prison for heroin distribution
NEWARK, N.J. — A Bergen County man was sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute heroin, Acting U.S. Attorney …
NYPD seeks suspect in Bronx groping incident
BRONX, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a forcible touching …
Off-duty NYC corrections officer arrested for assault on Upper East Side
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City corrections officer was arrested Tuesday evening in Manhattan on assault charges, police said. Nicholas Osbourne, 38, was …
Authorities investigate string of mailbox explosions in Carroll County
CARROLL COUNTY, MD — The Office of the State Fire Marshal is seeking the public’s help in identifying those responsible for a series of mailbox …
Friday the 13th turns lucky for Oxon Hill man with $100K lottery win
OXON HILL, Md. – What’s often considered the unluckiest day of the year turned out to be life-changing for an Oxon Hill man who won …
Second Suspect Arrested in East Fishkill Narcotics and Firearms Case
EAST FISHKILL, NY — The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force has apprehended a second suspect in connection with a significant narcotics and …
Schenectady police seek help in solving tire-slashing spree in Mont Pleasant
SCHENECTADY, NY — Detectives with the Schenectady Police Department are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a series of criminal mischief incidents in …
Candidate for New Jersey Governor Swears in Jackson Councilman as Town Kicks Off 2025 with Dignitary Studded Meeting
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township Council kicked off its 2025 session with the annual reorganization meeting on Thursday. The event was attended by key …
Three arrested after barricade situation in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A barricade situation in Philadelphia’s 35th District early Wednesday morning led to the arrest of three individuals, police said. The incident began …
Court blocks MTA’s congestion pricing plan following New Jersey lawsuit
NEWARK, NJ — A federal judge has ruled against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) congestion pricing proposal, delaying its implementation after determining that the Federal …
Man injured in shooting on W. York Street; police investigate
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A 26-year-old man is in stable condition after being shot multiple times in the 2000 block of W. York Street on Monday …
Woman Who Beat Nurse Because She Was White, Wanted for Prior Carjacking
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 26-year-old woman arrested on Christmas Eve for allegedly punching a hospital nurse over racial bias was also wanted in connection with …
North Jersey man indicted on firearms and fentanyl trafficking charges
NEWARK, NJ — A Newark man has been indicted on multiple firearms and narcotics charges, including possession of a firearm in connection with drug trafficking, …
Delaware State Police investigate fatal shooting during robbery at New Castle motel
NEW CASTLE, Del. — A 49-year-old Wilmington man was fatally shot during a robbery in the rear parking lot of the Budget Inn on Sunday …
Arrest made in 2023 Stamford homicide after yearlong investigation
STAMFORD, Conn. — Nearly a year after the fatal stabbing of 32-year-old Juan David Hernandez-Velasco, police have arrested a suspect in connection with the incident, …
Food truck stolen from Wilkes-Barre home
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. – Police are investigating the theft of a food truck stolen overnight from a backyard on South Meade Street, according to a report …
North Jersey physical therapist’s license permanently revoked over sexual misconduct
TRENTON, N.J. — The State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners has permanently revoked the license of Danny O. Steffens, a North Jersey physical therapist, following …
Columbus police arrest suspect in Harrisburg Pike murder
COLUMBUS, OH — A man has been charged with murder following the death of Kylene A. Young, who was found unresponsive during a well-being check …
Annapolis traffic collision leads to drug arrest, large narcotics seizure
ANNAPOLIS, MD — A routine response to a traffic collision on Tuesday night resulted in the arrest of a woman after officers discovered narcotics and …
Former Uniontown treasurer sentenced to up to 10 years for stealing $106,000 in taxpayer funds
HARRISBURG, PA — Antoinette Hodge, a former City of Uniontown Treasurer, has been sentenced to 21 to 120 months in prison for embezzling more than …
Three $10,000-winning Mega Millions tickets sold in Maryland; jackpot climbs to $825 million
BALTIMORE, MD — While no one hit the Mega Millions jackpot in the December 17 drawing, three Maryland players are celebrating $10,000 wins after purchasing …