Illegal Migrant Perp Shouted Allahu Akbar As He Tried to Grab Cop’s Taser During Arrest

BUFFALO, NY – Immigration officers in western New York arrested a Turkish national who violently resisted detention and attempted to grab an officer’s taser during his apprehension, officials said. U.S. Immigration and…

Local Politics·Police Blotter·Political Crime and Corruption

MS-13 gang leader deported from Massachusetts to El Salvador

BOSTON, MA – Federal immigration officers have deported a known MS-13 gang leader from Massachusetts to El Salvador, officials announced. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston confirmed…

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Prosecutors move to jail Rhode Island man accused of violent threats against Trump and officials

PROVIDENCE, RI – Federal prosecutors in Rhode Island are seeking to return a man to custody after he allegedly violated court conditions while awaiting trial for making online threats to kill President…

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Tire-puncture traps found on North Carolina road spark sheriff’s investigation

MACON COUNTY, NC – Deputies are urging drivers to use extreme caution after several tire-puncture devices were found scattered on a roadway, prompting an active investigation and cleanup operation. The Macon County…

North Carolina News

New Jersey AG Platkin joins bipartisan coalition urging Congress not to block state AI protections

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 35 other attorneys general from across the country in warning Congress against banning state-level regulation of artificial intelligence. The bipartisan…

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Newark police search for man wanted for questioning in early morning shooting

NEWARK, NJ – Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a 29-year-old man wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting earlier this month. Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda,…

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Volunteers join Ocean County in major dune grass planting to protect coastline

SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. – Ocean County Commissioner Jennifer Bacchione joined volunteers in Ship Bottom and Brick Township this week for two dune grass planting events aimed at strengthening the county’s 44 miles…

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Twelve new corrections officers sworn in to serve Ocean County

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Ocean County officially welcomed a new class of twelve corrections officers during a swearing-in ceremony Wednesday afternoon at the county administration complex. Commissioner Virginia Haines administered the oath…

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New Jersey Sues Feds to Defend ‘Peaceful’ Protesters from Tear Gas and Rubber Bullets

TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin joined 17 other states and the District of Columbia in filing a federal brief defending protesters injured by federal agents during demonstrations in…

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Governor Murphy Pardons 11 Convicted Killers in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. – Governor Phil Murphy has commuted the sentences of 11 people convicted of murder or manslaughter, the latest and most controversial wave in his sweeping clemency initiative that has now…

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Holiday tree lighting to shut down DC streets Saturday

Street closures and parking restrictions set for CityCenterDC tree lighting Saturday Washington, DC – Holiday festivities in the District will bring temporary street closures and parking restrictions this Saturday as CityCenterDC hosts…

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Jackson Township to Hire Rental Enforcement Inspectors to Crack Down on Illegal Rental Housing

Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer L. Kuhn and the township council are proud to announce that they will soon begin hiring employees to establish the township’s new Bureau of Housing Rentals. At the…

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Newark police need help locating woman in shooting probe

Newark police seek woman wanted for questioning in early morning shooting NEWARK, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help locating a 22-year-old Newark woman wanted for questioning in connection with…

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Newark man slashed after offering ride to beer-toting suspects

Newark police search for knife-wielding suspect in early morning car assault NEWARK, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of slashing a man with a pocket…

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Newark police recover stolen puppy, arrest suspect in East Ward burglary

NEWARK, NJ – Newark police helped reunite a burglary victim with her stolen puppy after arresting a suspect accused of breaking into her East Ward home and taking the young dog along…

Pets and Animals·North Jersey News

Beloved K-9 Jackie Chan to retire as Yancey County welcomes new police dog Nuke Hanson

BURNSVILLE, NC – The Yancey County Sheriff’s Office announced the upcoming retirement of one of its most trusted partners, K-9 Jackie Chan, whose years of loyal service have made him a familiar…

Pets and Animals·North Carolina News

Ocean County to install automatic license plate tracking camera at key Waretown intersection

WARETOWN, N.J. – Ocean County officials are moving forward with plans to install an automated license plate reader at a busy intersection in the Township of Ocean as part of a new…

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Federal court ends Newark police consent decree after nine years of reform

NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has formally ended the Newark Police Department’s long-standing consent decree, marking the conclusion of a nine-year federal oversight process designed to reform policing practices and rebuild…

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Frederick police investigate body found in wooded area near Carroll Creek

FREDERICK, MD – Detectives are investigating after a deceased individual was found Friday in a wooded area near Highland Street and Carroll Creek Crossing, according to the Frederick Police Department. Investigators from…

Maryland News

Atlantic City Police promote two officers, appoint retired officer to special court role

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Two longtime Atlantic City Police Department officers have been promoted, and a retired officer has returned to service in a new capacity, the department announced Friday. Officers Christopher…

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