Newark Public Schools Spend $44k on “Staff Fun Day” as Over 100 Other Districts Paying for it Face Financial Cliff

NJ Lawmaker Slams $44K Newark School “Staff Fun Day” as Districts Lose State Aid TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker is criticizing the state’s school funding priorities after reports that Newark…

255 pounds of marijuana found during Delaware drug probe

Drug raid at Dover smoke shop uncovers 255 pounds of marijuana and leads to three arrests DOVER, DE — A months-long drug investigation targeting a Dover smoke shop and a Magnolia gas…

Farmingdale man indicted in drunk driving crash that killed Army veteran

Driver indicted after head on crash kills 63-year-old veteran MELVILLE, NY — A Farmingdale man has been indicted on aggravated vehicular homicide and other charges after prosecutors say he drove drunk during…

Maryland player wins $51K after picking numbers she says came from beyond

Maryland Racetrax ticket hits $51K prize in Baltimore County ROSEDALE, MD — A Baltimore County Racetrax player says numbers that came to her from a recently deceased friend helped deliver a $51,864…

Things ’90s Kids in New Jersey Did That Today’s Kids Probably Couldn’t — and Shouldn’t — Do

Growing up in New Jersey during the 1990s came with a level of independence that would raise eyebrows today. Kids across the Garden State roamed neighborhoods, beaches, malls, and parks with minimal…

Long Island fatal crash case ends with prison for fugitive driver

Driver who fled to India after deadly 2005 crash sentenced to prison in Nassau County MINEOLA, NY — A driver who fled the United States after a deadly high-speed crash in Hicksville…

New Jersey Approves 20-Acre Floating Solar Project Wanaque Reservoir

Largest in the country: State regulators have approved a massive floating solar installation on the Wanaque Reservoir that will power water treatment operations and supply electricity to hundreds of homes. Wanaque, NJ…

NJ Transit Bus Destroyed by Fire on New Jersey Turnpike Near Newark Airport

Twenty-five passengers escaped safely after an NJ Transit bus caught fire and became fully engulfed in flames on the New Jersey Turnpike Tuesday evening near Newark Liberty International Airport. Newark, NJ –…

Mikie Sherrill’s Hometown Facing Educational Financial Crisis as Voters Await Results in $17.6 Million Vote

Even the hometown of New Jersey’s governor is grappling with the consequences of the state’s controversial S2 school funding formula as voters decide whether to approve millions in emergency funding. Montclair, NJ…

Does U.S. Have Minesweeping Ships in the Gulf? Misinformed Online Buzz Leaves Out Some Key Facts

Images of retired U.S. Navy minesweepers being transported up the Delaware Bay sparked online rumors that the United States no longer has mine-clearing capability, but the Navy has already transitioned to newer…

New York Wants to Ban Octopus Farming

A New York lawmaker is pushing legislation that would prohibit the sale of farm-raised octopus, citing environmental and animal welfare concerns. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are considering new legislation that…

Maryland cashier hits $500K lottery win before starting shift

Grocery store cashier wins $500K Maryland Lottery scratch-off in Worcester County Ocean City, Md. — A Worcester County grocery store cashier is planning to spend more time on the golf course after…

U.S. Warns Iran May Have Sent Encrypted Signal to Activate Sleeper Cells In America and Around the World

Federal alert urges heightened monitoring after intercepted transmission believed to originate in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Washington, DC – U.S. intelligence officials have intercepted an encrypted transmission…

New Jersey Drivers Once Again Facing Nation’s Steepest Auto Insurance Hikes in 2026

Premiums in the Garden State are projected to rise more than 10%, the highest increase in the country. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey drivers are expected to face the largest auto insurance…

Walmart Parking Lot Attck: Police Seek Suspect

Anne Arundel County detectives are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of punching a victim during an unprovoked attack outside a Glen Burnie Walmart. Glen Burnie, MD – Anne…

Chesapeake Pedestrian Elkana Mwangi Killed in Crash on S. George Washington Hwy

A 53-year-old Chesapeake man died after being struck by a vehicle early Monday morning along South George Washington Highway, police said. Chesapeake, VA – A 53-year-old Chesapeake man was killed early Monday…

E-Bike Rider Charles Liles Dies After Crash on Virginia Beach Boulevard

A 66-year-old Virginia Beach man died days after suffering critical injuries in a collision with a vehicle on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Virginia Beach, VA – A 66-year-old Virginia Beach man has died…

New Jersey Politicians Should Not Get Paid, Says New Bill That Has No Chance of Becoming a Law

A Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation that would eliminate the $82,000 annual salary currently paid to New Jersey legislators. Trenton, NJ – A new bill in Trenton calls for abolishing pay for…

Exxon has had enough of New Jersey as oil giant moves toward incorporating in Texas instead

The oil giant says relocating its legal home could strengthen its position in policy and shareholder matters. ELIZABETH, NJ – It’s not just families and retirees fleeing the government of New Jersey.…

Matawan Schools Reopen After Phone Threat Triggers Districtwide Lockdown

Authorities say students and staff are safe after investigators determined the threat against Matawan Regional High School was not credible. Matawan, NJ – Students returned to class Tuesday at Matawan Regional High…

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