Spirit Christmas to Open Six Locations in New Jersey, Including Toms River

Egg Harbor Township, NJ – Spirit Christmas has officially opened its holiday shops across the region, unveiling a seasonal lineup that includes multiple New Jersey locations prepared for steady crowds. The brand…

Toys R Us is Making A Christmas Comeback in New Jersey This Holiday Season

Deptford, NJ – A new Toys R Us holiday shop is set to open inside Deptford Mall as the iconic toy retailer expands its national footprint ahead of the peak shopping rush.…

Jackson Recreation hosting NYC Radio City Christmas Spectacular bus trip

JACKSON, NJ – Jackson residents are invited to join a festive day trip to New York City this holiday season for the world-famous Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes. The trip, organized by…

AI Report Says Phil Murphy Has Shared More Ramadan Photos Online Than Christmas Photos During His Tenure

TRENTON, N.J. – A viral social media exchange is drawing attention after an artificial intelligence platform claimed that New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has shared more images of Ramadan celebrations than Christmas…

Spirit Christmas expands New Jersey holiday pop-ups with new 2025 locations including Toms River

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Spirit Christmas, known for its seasonal pop-up shops filled with holiday decor, apparel, and gifts, is returning to New Jersey with an expanded lineup of stores for the…

Christmas morning killer sentenced to 25 years for deadly Rochester beating

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A man who brutally beat another to death on Christmas morning last year was sentenced Wednesday to 25 years in prison, Monroe County prosecutors announced. Brucewayne Beaman, 23, previously…

Man charged with fatally stabbing mother at Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve

MINEOLA, NY — A 27-year-old man has been indicted on murder and weapons charges after allegedly stabbing his mother to death in her Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve, according to the Nassau…

Massapequa man indicted for fatally stabbing mother on Christmas Eve

MINEOLA, N.Y. — A Nassau County man has been indicted on murder and weapons charges for allegedly stabbing his mother to death in her Massapequa apartment on Christmas Eve, prosecutors announced. Jeremy…

Pittsburgh man arrested in fatal Christmas Day shooting in Shaler

SHALER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A 25-year-old Pittsburgh man has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man found in Shaler Township the day after Christmas. Shaler Township…

Newark police seek two women for questioning in Christmas Eve shooting

NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two women wanted for questioning in connection with an aggravated assault investigation. Tina Riggsbee, 36,…

Elderly Ohio Woman Dies in Attack by Neighbor’s Pigs on Christmas Day

Pataskala, Ohio – In Pataskala, Ohio, 75-year-old Rebecca Westergaard was found dead on Christmas Day, the victim of an attack by her neighbor’s pigs. The Licking County Coroner’s Office has now confirmed…

Columbus police issue warrant for fugitive accused of firing at family member on Christmas

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Division of Police is searching for a man accused of firing shots at a family member during a domestic dispute on Christmas evening. Authorities have issued a…

Dad arrested for Christmas Eve murder of four-year-old son in Baltimore triple shooting

BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore County police have charged 30-year-old Mark Jones in connection with the fatal shooting of his four-year-old son, Jacobi Jones, and the shooting of two others during a domestic…

Ohio prison guard beaten to death by inmate on Christmas morning after offering to take shift so others can stay home

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — An inmate at Ross Correctional Institution fatally attacked a prison guard on Christmas morning, leaving staff and family mourning the loss of a respected officer who was working overtime…

Boston police replace stolen Christmas gifts for 25 families after break-in

BOSTON — After a break-in at the Great Hall in Codman Square Health Center left gifts for 25 low-income families stolen, Boston police officers and community members came together to restore holiday…

Maryland man turned holy water into whiskey at Christmas Eve services

LEONARDTOWN, MD — A St. Mary’s County man faces multiple charges after disrupting Christmas Eve services at two local churches, where he disturbed parishioners, threw objects, and allegedly threatened to harm attendees,…

14-year-old boy dies after Christmas Eve shooting in Dover

DOVER, DE — A 14-year-old boy who was critically injured in a Christmas Eve shooting in Dover has died, police confirmed Friday. The victim, identified as Juwan Walker of Dover, was shot…

Fire at Bryant Park Christmas Village in New York City

NEW YORK — A fire broke out Friday morning at the Bryant Park Christmas Village, temporarily disrupting the annual holiday market in Midtown Manhattan. No injuries were reported, but several vendor stalls…

Harford County man dies in Christmas morning house fire

JOPPA, Md. — A Christmas morning house fire claimed the life of a 68-year-old man in Joppa, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. Deputies from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the…

Christmas Eve stabbing spree at Grand Central leaves victims stranded without help as Penny Effect takes hold

NEW YORK — If you ride the New York City subway system, don’t expect anyone to help you if you’re getting attacked. They’re calling it the “Penny Effect,” where once-ready bystanders who…

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