5 Things You Absolutely Have to Do in New Jersey This September
September in New Jersey is a magical time when summer lingers just long enough to blend into the crisp beginnings of fall. If you’re looking for a mix of beach days and…
The BENNYs Have Left, But Should the Jersey Shore Rejoice?
Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, and for many locals on the Jersey Shore, it’s not just a time to say goodbye to beach days and boardwalk nights—it’s also the…
Gunman Targets NYC West Indian American Day Festival, Five Shot Two Critical
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Five people were shot on Monday during the West Indian American Day festival parade in Brooklyn when a man opened fire into the crowd, leaving two of the victims…
23-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Hyattsville Crash
HYATTSVILLE, Md. — The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred on Saturday afternoon in Hyattsville. The victim has been identified…
90-Year-Old Veteran Killed in Carjacking
HOUSTON, Tex. — A 90-year-old veteran, Nelson Beckett, has died after being assaulted, shot, and run over by his own vehicle in a violent carjacking near his apartment complex in Houston. The…
34-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot in Landover
LANDOVER, Md. — Prince George’s County Police are investigating the fatal shooting of Jakel Stone, a 34-year-old resident of Bowie, which occurred on Saturday night in Landover. The shooting took place in…
Four Passengers Shot and Killed on Labor Day Inside Chicago Train Car
FOREST PARK, Ill. — Four people were shot and killed early Monday morning on a Blue Line train in the western suburb of Forest Park. The tragic incident occurred around 5:30 a.m.…
Traffic Stop in Dorchester Leads to Recovery of Firearm, Arrest
BOSTON, Mass. — A routine traffic stop in Dorchester early Monday morning led to the arrest of a Hyde Park man on multiple charges, including firearm and drug offenses. Boston police officers…
The End of an Era: Ocean City Bids Farewell to Gillian’s Wonderland Pier
If you spent your childhood summers in Ocean City, NJ, the news hits like a wave crashing against the pier—Gillian’s Wonderland Pier is closing its gates for good. This beloved amusement park,…
Kamala Harris Vowed to Kick Start America’s Reparation Process
Kamala Harris Says She’d Sign a Reparations Bill if Elected President: What That Means and Why It Matters In a 2020 conversation with Reverend Al Sharpton, Kamala Harris, then a presidential candidate,…
Ten Ways GenX “Did Jersey” Better Than Kids Today
Back in the day, being a Gen Xer in New Jersey meant engaging in a host of activities that kids today might find either completely foreign or impossibly nostalgic. One of the…
New York State Fair Shut Down After Multiple Reports of Gunfire
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The New York State Fair was abruptly closed early Sunday night following two reports of possible gunshots, which were later determined to be unfounded. The initial call to the…
New Jersey Cult Landmark Big Rusty Targeted by Vandals and Grafitti ‘Artists’
Big Rusty, a 20-foot-tall troll sculpture nestled in Hainesport, New Jersey, has recently fallen victim to vandalism. This stunning art installation was created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo, who is renowned for…
Missouri Man Allegedly Uses Child as “Human Shield” and Assaults Officer Following Prison Release
MOSCOW MILLS, Mo. — A recently released Missouri man is facing serious charges after allegedly using an 11-year-old girl as a “human shield” and violently assaulting a police officer during a confrontation…
Motorcyclist Arrested After Failing to Flee from Stafford County Deputies
STAFFORD, Va. — A motorcyclist was arrested Friday morning after a failed attempt to evade Stafford County deputies during a high-speed chase. The incident began on August 31, 2024, at approximately 6:44…
Queens Drug Gang Leader Pleads Guilty to Murders in 1990s
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK — Jerome Jones, also known as “Sha,” pled guilty on Thursday in federal court to multiple murders committed in the early 1990s while engaged in narcotics trafficking. Jones, 60,…
Looking for Retro Arcades? New Jersey Has That Covered
If you’ve ever wanted to step back into the golden age of gaming—when joysticks were king and quarters were your gateway to adventure—New Jersey is your ultimate destination. The Garden State boasts…
Three Men Sentenced in 2018 Shooting of Father and Son in Northeast D.C.
WASHINGTON — Three Washington, D.C., men were sentenced on Friday for their involvement in the December 2018 shooting of a father and his minor son in the Clay Terrace neighborhood of Northeast…
Juvenile Suspect Sought After Attempted Robbery at Utica Price Chopper
UTICA, N.Y. — Utica Police are searching for a juvenile suspect following a robbery attempt at the Price Chopper supermarket on Genesee Street on Saturday evening. Officers responded to the scene at…
Jackson Township to Host 16th Annual Wounded Warrior Event on October 12
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The 16th Annual Wounded Warrior parade and escort, a cherished event in Jackson Township, will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The event, organized by Mayor Mike…