"HELP NOT HANDCUFFS" GROUP CLAIMS FIRST OCPO FACEBOOK FOLLOWER OF THE WEEK TITLE…

“HELP NOT HANDCUFFS” GROUP CLAIMS FIRST OCPO FACEBOOK FOLLOWER OF THE WEEK TITLE FOR 2015 The OCPO commends the “Help not Handcuffs” community campaign to assist and find help for those suffering…

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When a Patient’s Death is Broadcast Without Permission

by Charles Ornstein This story was co-published with the New York Times. Anita Chanko could not sleep. At 4 a.m., on an August night in 2012, she settled onto the couch in…

US and World News

Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have become central figures in the WNBA's biggest debates over officiating, physical play and the league's rapid growth.

Straight White Girls Can Jump: The WNBA and its Reverse Racism Against Clark and Cunningham

Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have become two of the WNBA's most polarizing players as debates over officiating, physical play, media attention and league culture continue to divide fans.…

Local Politics·In the News·Investigative Report·Local Sports News

Fake federal agents busted after 85-year-old nearly hands over $200K in gold

Gold dealer spots the scam before two men arrive at victim’s DC home to collect the bars WASHINGTON, DC – An 85-year-old DC man came close to converting more than $200,000 of…

Police Blotter·D.C. News

Toms River Republican Leader Under Fire Over Anti-Trump Stance

Toms River, NJ – Earlier this year, Peter Van Dyke, a Toms River lawyer, won his re-election bid for the chairmanship of the Toms River Republican Committee, an influential committee that chooses…

Ocean County News·Central Jersey News·Local Politics·Political Crime and Corruption

Salisbury man bets same 5 lottery numbers twice and scores massive $100K double win

Kenny G watches 32821 hit straight and collects two Pick 5 top prizes SALISBURY, MD – A Salisbury man doubled down on the same five lottery numbers with two separate Pick 5…

Lottery Results·Maryland News

Salisbury man bets same 5 lottery numbers twice and scores massive $100K double win

Kenny G watches 32821 hit straight and collects two Pick 5 top prizes SALISBURY, MD – A Salisbury man doubled down on the same five lottery numbers with two separate Pick 5…

Lottery Results·Maryland News

Powerball jackpot explodes to $1 BILLION in last-minute jump before Wednesday drawing

Game officials boost massive prize after final Monday ticket sales are counted TRENTON, NJ – Powerball officially crashed through the billion-dollar barrier Tuesday, with game officials boosting Wednesday night’s jackpot from $975…

Lottery Results·New Jersey News·Ocean County News

Restroom stabbing at The Angry Jerk leaves man fighting for his life and suspect jailed

Surveillance footage helped detectives identify the 34-year-old wanted on attempted murder charges SILVER SPRING, MD – A trip into the men’s restroom at The Angry Jerk turned into a violent encounter when…

Police Blotter·Maryland News

D.C. Man Indicted on 30 Counts After Alleged Kidnapping, Arson, Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Spree

A Washington, D.C., man has been indicted on 30 counts after prosecutors alleged he assaulted his 4-year-old son, kidnapped the children's mother and family members, and later used a Molotov cocktail to…

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Vehicles entering and exiting Delaney Hall in Newark

New Jersey Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into GEO-Run Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center

The New Jersey Attorney General's Office has opened a civil rights investigation into Delaney Hall in Newark, citing reports of troubling conditions and recent detainee deaths while seeking information from current and…

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Alameda County to pay $12M after missed abuse reports in girl’s death

OAKLAND, CA – Alameda County has agreed to pay $12 million to the grandmother of 8-year-old Sophia Mason after an investigation found repeated reports of abuse were not properly investigated before the…

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Third Suspect Captured Chatting With 14-Year-Old Online; Found Out She Was Undercover Cop

A Harford County undercover child exploitation investigation has led to a third arrest after deputies say an Aberdeen man arranged to meet a person he believed was a 14-year-old girl.…

Maryland News

Nikolas Pleiadi is a Manchester Township author whose novels draw on his personal experiences with addiction, incarceration and recovery.

Manchester Author Shares Story of Addiction, Arrests and Redemption in New Novel

A Manchester Township author says his latest novel draws on his own journey from addiction and repeated arrests to sobriety, family life and a career as an independent writer.…

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Former USDA Director Sentenced to Prison in $400K Taxpayer Fraud and Kickback Scheme

A former USDA program director has been sentenced to federal prison for orchestrating a nearly $400,000 fraud scheme involving government contracts, kickbacks, and taxpayer funds.…

Political Crime and Corruption·D.C. News·Local Politics·US and World News

Lakewood Cop Sues Woman Who Bit Him During Arrest

LAKEWOOD, N.J. – The Ocean County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund, acting on behalf of the Township of Lakewood, and Lakewood police officer Leonardo Shimonovich have filed a civil lawsuit against a Newark…

Police Blotter·New Jersey News·Toms River News

Washington, D.C. Metro Police Department cruiser

Man found shot to death on R Street

59-year-old victim killed in late-night shooting WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 59-year-old man was found fatally shot on a Northwest DC street Tuesday night, and homicide detectives are searching for the person responsible.…

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Can You Legally Shoot a Groundhog Eating Your Garden in New Jersey? Here’s What State Law Says

Toms River, NJ – Few things frustrate home gardeners more than walking outside to find a vegetable garden destroyed overnight by a hungry groundhog. While many New Jersey homeowners wonder whether they…

Jackson Township News·Jersey Shore News·Pets and Animals·Toms River News

Seaside Heights Once Touted as a Premier Destination for “Girl Watching”

If you’ve ever wondered what Seaside Heights looked like before Snooki, Karma nightclub, and the famous boardwalk brawls, a promotional film produced in 1973 offers an unintentionally hilarious glimpse into another era.…

Jersey Shore News·Community News·Investigative Report·Local History

Lifeguard allegedly left pool unattended as dozens of children swam at D.C. camp

WASHINGTON, DC – A 6-year-old boy is recovering after nearly drowning in a swimming pool at a youth soccer camp held at the University of the District of Columbia, where police say…

D.C. News·Police Blotter

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"HELP NOT HANDCUFFS" GROUP CLAIMS FIRST OCPO FACEBOOK FOLLOWER OF THE WEEK TITLE…

When a Patient’s Death is Broadcast Without Permission

Straight White Girls Can Jump: The WNBA and its Reverse Racism Against Clark and Cunningham

Fake federal agents busted after 85-year-old nearly hands over $200K in gold

Toms River Republican Leader Under Fire Over Anti-Trump Stance

Salisbury man bets same 5 lottery numbers twice and scores massive $100K double win

Salisbury man bets same 5 lottery numbers twice and scores massive $100K double win

Powerball jackpot explodes to $1 BILLION in last-minute jump before Wednesday drawing

Restroom stabbing at The Angry Jerk leaves man fighting for his life and suspect jailed

D.C. Man Indicted on 30 Counts After Alleged Kidnapping, Arson, Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Spree

New Jersey Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into GEO-Run Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center

Alameda County to pay $12M after missed abuse reports in girl’s death

Third Suspect Captured Chatting With 14-Year-Old Online; Found Out She Was Undercover Cop

Manchester Author Shares Story of Addiction, Arrests and Redemption in New Novel

Former USDA Director Sentenced to Prison in $400K Taxpayer Fraud and Kickback Scheme

Lakewood Cop Sues Woman Who Bit Him During Arrest

Man found shot to death on R Street

Can You Legally Shoot a Groundhog Eating Your Garden in New Jersey? Here’s What State Law Says

Seaside Heights Once Touted as a Premier Destination for “Girl Watching”

Lifeguard allegedly left pool unattended as dozens of children swam at D.C. camp

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