Bronx woman and Queens man plead guilty in murder plot that killed innocent bystander

NEW YORK, N.Y. — A Bronx woman and a Queens man have pleaded guilty to federal charges related to a murder plot that resulted in the death of 28-year-old Clarisa Burgos, an…

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Man arrested after firing illegal gun in fit of road in New Jersey out on bail reform days later

LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Bayville man was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly firing a gun during a road rage incident on Lacey Road and fleeing the scene, police said. He was…

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New Jersey Congresswoman LaMonica McIver Arrested, Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Charges

Newark, NJ – U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver, a Democrat from New Jersey, has been indicted on federal charges following a contentious incident outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in…

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New Jersey’s Flooding is Mother Nature’s Way of Telling us to Stop Overdeveloping the Garden State

This week’s devastating floods in New Jersey serve as a stark warning: the state’s relentless push for high-density development, driven by Governor Phil Murphy’s affordable housing mandate, is setting the stage for…

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Manchester Township Property Eyed as a Possible Answer to Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis

TOMS RIVER, NJ – As Ocean County grapples with a growing homelessness crisis, the transformation of the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library and its adjacent municipal parking garage into…

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Off-duty NYPD school safety agent arrested for DWI in the Bronx

BRONX, N.Y. — An off-duty NYPD school safety agent was arrested early Sunday morning in the 40th Precinct on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to police officials. Paula Finn, 54,…

Early morning gunpoint robbery reported at Morris Park subway station

BRONX, N.Y. — A 67-year-old man was robbed early Monday morning at the Morris Park subway station after a suspect threatened to shoot him while pretending to have a gun, police said.…

New York City News

New Jersey Assembly advances bill mandating epilepsy training for school staff every five years

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Assembly Education Committee has approved a bill requiring all public school staff to undergo epilepsy and seizure disorder care training at least once every five years.…

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Twelve New Jersey students awarded scholarships for organ and tissue donation advocacy

NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The Sharing Network Foundation has awarded scholarships to 12 high school seniors from across New Jersey who have shown exceptional commitment to raising awareness about organ and tissue…

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Tim Walz appointee arrested and charged with murdering lawmaker and spouse in targeted political attack

GREEN ISLE, Minn. — A Minnesota man has been charged with stalking and murdering Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as stalking and shooting State Senator John…

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Brooklyn man arrested in Trenton cocaine bust, $100K in drugs seized

TRENTON, N.J. — A two-month investigation by the Mercer County Narcotics Task Force led to the arrest of a Brooklyn man and the seizure of $100,000 worth of cocaine, authorities announced Wednesday.…

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Paul Bernhardt to perform free midday concerts at Toms River Senior Center

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Local residents can enjoy live music next week as vocalist Paul Bernhardt brings his “Savor the Sounds” summer concert to the Toms River Senior Center. Bernhardt is scheduled…

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Volpe exits for x-ray after early homer as Yankees top Red Sox 9-6 at Yankee Stadium

NEW YORK — The New York Yankees opened their first series of the season against the Boston Red Sox with a 9-6 victory Friday night, but lost shortstop Anthony Volpe midgame after…

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Human smugglers who killed Indian family near US-Canada border captured in Minnesota sanctuary state

ST. PAUL, MN — Two men were sentenced Friday in federal court for their roles in a human smuggling conspiracy that led to the deaths of four Indian nationals, including two children,…

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New Jersey lawmaker pleads to Dem legislature to restore Phil Murphy’s latest devastating school funding cut

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan O’Scanlon on Thursday called on Democratic leadership in the New Jersey Senate to advance legislation and a budget resolution that would restore $45…

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Worcester police and firefighters honored for rooftop rescue during dual fires

WORCESTER, Mass. – A team of Worcester police officers and firefighters were honored this week by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office for rescuing a father and daughter trapped on a rooftop…

Massachusetts News

One New Jersey Candidate for Governor Speaks Out Against Violent Weekend at the Jersey Shore

Seaside Heights, NJ – The Jersey Shore was rocked by a violent weekend that ended with one person dead, three stabbed, and over 70 arrested. Many lawmakers are now blaming the Democrat…

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Nutley police investigate early morning home break-in and vehicle theft

NUTLEY, N.J. — Nutley Police are investigating a residential burglary and vehicle theft that occurred early Saturday morning on Pauline Drive. According to authorities, officers responded at approximately 5:10 a.m. after a…

North Jersey News

New Jersey CEO pleads guilty to $212 million investor fraud scheme tied to healthcare company

NEWARK, N.J. – The former CEO of a publicly traded healthcare services firm pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit securities fraud in a scheme that defrauded investors out of hundreds of millions…

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Known Migrant Rapist Found Hiding in Tim Walz’ Minnesota Sanctuary State

SAINT PAUL, Minn. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement removed a Honduran national wanted for child rape and pornography charges in his home country, the agency announced. Felipe Nery Casco Murillo was…

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