Scooter-riding gunman opens fire in Bronx building
NEW YORK, NY — The NYPD is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect who allegedly shot a 21-year-old man inside a Bronx apartment building before fleeing the scene on…
Mars rover continues searching for clues years ahead of planned unmanned mission
JEZERO CRATER, MARS — NASA’s Perseverance rover continues its mission to unlock Mars’ geological secrets, recently acquiring a close-up image of a fresh abrasion patch at “Hare Bay” using its SHERLOC WATSON…
Gun-toting Stamford pair arrested after cops close in
STAMFORD, CONN. — Two Stamford men were arrested Thursday after a firearms investigation by local police led to the recovery of two loaded handguns and ammunition, authorities said. Roland Newton, 37, and…
New Jersey’s plastic bag ban in need of legislative review
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey’s plastic bag ban, enacted in May 2022 under Governor Phil Murphy, aimed to curb environmental pollution by eliminating single-use plastic bags in stores. Lauded as a progressive…
Newark election to allow 16, 17-year-olds to vote tomorrow
NEWARK, NJ — Tomorrow, Newark will hold its school board election, marking a historic milestone as the first city in New Jersey to allow 16- and 17-year-olds to cast ballots. The election,…
NJEA Super PAC Pours Millions into Campaign to Elect Union President as New Jersey Governor
Trenton, NJ – Garden State Forward, a super PAC backed by the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA), is funneling millions of dollars into a high-stakes campaign to propel NJEA President Sean Spiller…
Newark’s cherry blossoms are in their prime, but the countdown is on before the petals vanish
NEWARK, NJ — More than 5,300 cherry blossom trees are in full bloom at Branch Brook Park, drawing thousands of visitors as the Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival enters its final days.…
Worcester woman gets four life terms for fatal arson that killed four in 2022 blaze
WORCESTER, MA — A Worcester woman has pleaded guilty to four counts of second-degree murder and multiple related charges in connection with a deadly 2022 fire that killed four people and injured…
Signal Gate and the Overlooked Culpability of the Atlantic Editor Who Published “Classified War Plan” for Profit
The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, dropped a bombshell that sent shockwaves through Washington and beyond. In an article titled “I Was Accidentally Added to a Trump Administration Signal Chat About War Plans,”…
Masked bandits tie up two women, steal over $1M in Queens home invasion robbery
QUEENS, N.Y. — The NYPD is seeking the public’s help in identifying six individuals wanted in connection to a high-value robbery that took place last Wednesday in Richmond Hill, where more than…
Phil Murphy Celebrates 50 Years of New Jersey’s Affordable Housing Legacy Amid Ongoing Debate
Trenton, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy marked a significant milestone today, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the historic Mount Laurel decision at Jacob’s Chapel AME Church. The event celebrated the legacy of…
New Jersey is Screwed: Elected Leaders’ Integrity Hits All-Time Low
MIDDLETOWN, NJ – New Jersey’s political landscape has long been a breeding ground for scandal, but recent events have pushed public trust in elected officials to an unprecedented nadir. From the gold-laden…
Chris Christie Out of Step With Democrats and Republicans as He Continues to Try to Push His Weight on Political Issues
TRENTON, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has undergone a remarkable political metamorphosis, transitioning from one of Donald Trump’s most ardent supporters to one of his most vocal detractors. Once…
Decade After Superstorm Sandy, Toms River Boardwalk and Beach Project Finally Moving
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Superstorm Sandy struck Ortley Beach nearly 13 years ago, but movement on rebuilding the beachfront and connecting the two boardwalks along the oceanfront have stalled for over a…
Letter: Please Stop Throwing Stuff at Tesla Drivers, We Are With You
I am a proud Democrat, a supporter of progressive causes, and—until recently—a satisfied Tesla owner. I bought my Tesla because it was the right thing to do: a step toward sustainability, a…
D.C.’s Black Lives Matter Plaza Being Removed Under Pressure From Trump
Washington, D.C. The plaza, a two-block stretch of 16th Street NW, was established in June 2020 by Mayor Bowser during nationwide protests following the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police…
Rising Auto Insurance Costs in New Jersey: What’s Driving the Surge? Migrant Licenses?
March 04, 2025 – Trenton, NJ – Drivers across New Jersey are feeling the pinch as auto insurance rates continue to climb, leaving many residents wondering what’s behind the increase. Industry experts,…
Do Party Chairmen Still Hold Power in New Jersey Now That the Party Line Is Gone?
Trenton, NJ – Is the ‘Good Ole Boys’ network dead in New Jersey? Or, are party chairmen across New Jersey just learning how to do business in a post-party line political landscape?…
Mysterious Geometric Patterns Carved into New Jersey’s Coastal Marshes Explained
From above, New Jersey’s coastal wetlands and marshes present a striking and perplexing sight: a network of mysterious squares and straight lines cutting through the lush green expanse. These geometric patterns, visible…
High Winds Topple Tree onto Holmdel Home
Holmdel, NJ – This weekend’s powerful windstorm sent a large tree crashing through the roof of a Holmdel home on Monday, leaving the structure unsafe for its occupants. Fortunately, the three residents…