Package thief in red sneakers sought in Stamford
Red sneakers clue ties suspect to multiple thefts Stamford, CT — A string of package thefts in downtown Stamford has prompted police to release images of a suspect seen repeatedly in the…
Arizona man accused of killing girlfriend in front of children faces murder charges
A Tucson apartment became the scene of a fatal domestic incident Monday evening, where police say a 32-year-old man strangled his girlfriend while three young children were inside the home. The victim…
Middletown Schools Face Closures Without State Bailout as Money Flows into Districts Like Newark, Lakewood
No financial lifeline confirmed as district moves ahead while other NJ districts receive major aid or intervention Middletown, New Jersey — No state bailout is coming to prevent school closures in Middletown,…
Mississippi college murder trial centers on roommate killing after dispute
JACKSON, MS – A courtroom in Mississippi heard testimony this week detailing the moments after a college student was fatally shot in his dorm room at Jackson State University, in a case…
Toms River Affordable Housing Victory as Council Approves Mayor’s Solid Plan to Contain State Mandated Overdevelopment
Toms River Council Members vote to approve Mayor Dan Rodrick’s housing settlement with the state of New Jersey, but three council members continue to put politics and petty differences ahead of the…
Minnesota woman sentenced to 25 years after jury rejects claim of accidental shooting
A fatal shooting inside a Shakopee home ends with a lengthy prison sentence after a jury determined the killing was not an accident. SHAKOPEE, MN – A Minnesota woman has been sentenced…
Mayor Rodrick Wins Battle to Continue Lawsuit to Recover $750,000 in Alleged Stolen Municipal Services by Defunct EMS Squad
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – A public confrontation unfolded at Toms River Town Hall as Mayor Daniel Rodrick accused the township council majority of attempting to halt a lawsuit alleging that Silverton EMS…
North Carolina crash leaves 8-year-old dead after driver allegedly speeds through neighborhood
A child’s bike ride to a friend’s house ended in a fatal collision that has shaken a north Charlotte neighborhood and led to criminal charges against a 23-year-old driver. CHARLOTTE, NC –…
Nashville father charged after 6-year-old fatally shoots himself with gun
Child found gun in father’s pocket after he fell asleep, police say NASHVILLE, TN – A 6-year-old boy died after police say he shot himself with a handgun that was in his…
Cumberland police arrest two after street fight tied to alleged burglary entry
CUMBERLAND, MD – A reported assault in progress on Springdale Street escalated into multiple arrests Tuesday after officers arrived to find two women fighting outside a residence, according to the Cumberland Police…
Stafford County deputies make multiple arrests in overnight incidents and robbery case
STAFFORD, VA – A series of overnight disturbances, an arrest tied to an armed robbery investigation, and a reported fraud case kept deputies busy across Stafford County, according to the sheriff’s office…
“Hello, gorgeous” signs debut at Manhattan entry points in NYC rollout
Limited-edition street signs introduce new slogan inspired by Barbra Streisand film New York, NY – Travelers entering Manhattan are now being greeted with a new message as city officials unveil redesigned “Welcome…
Paterson council approves $70M loan to fix ‘Math Problem’
Sharp exchanges over board appointment and finances dominate Paterson meeting PATERSON, N.J. – A special meeting of the Paterson City Council on March 25 moved briskly through routine approvals but was marked…
New Jersey officials brace for human trafficking increase as World Cup draws near
As New Jersey prepares to host more than a million visitors, officials are ramping up efforts to prevent trafficking tied to global events. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey lawmakers, law enforcement agencies,…
Teen Gang Member Sentenced to Life Plus 60 Years for Salisbury Murder and Shooting
SALISBURY, Md. — A Salisbury man has been sentenced to life in prison plus 60 years for his role in a gang-related murder and shooting that took place in 2023, according to…
Toms River Mayor Says End Free Taxpayer Paid Health Benefits for Part-Time Government Officials
Mayor Dan Rodrick says taxpayers should not fund healthcare coverage for officials who only attend occasional meetings. Toms River, NJ – Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick is proposing two ordinances that would…
Retired Pennsylvania couple scores once in a lifetime Big Game prize
Allegheny County woman wins Super Bowl trip through Pennsylvania Lottery drawing MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — What began as a routine entry into a Pennsylvania Lottery Second-Chance Drawing turned into a Super Bowl experience…
Luxury and lifestyle meet in Toms River’s $1.8M Castle Park estate sale
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The final week of February brought another wave of high-value home sales across Toms River, but one property stood out above the rest — a North Dover masterpiece…
New Jersey bill targets human trafficking through video game marketplaces
Proposed law would impose strict reporting duties and major penalties for gaming platforms that fail to act on suspected trafficking. TRENTON, NJ – A new proposal in the New Jersey Assembly seeks…
Charlestown undercover sting lands two in trafficking bust
Undercover sting in Charlestown nets two men in sex trafficking probe BOSTON, MA — An undercover operation targeting commercial sexual exploitation in Charlestown led to the arrests of two North Shore men…