ICE arrests convicted child abuser living his life illegally in New Jersey’s sanctuary state after years on the run

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Federal immigration authorities have arrested Efren Cortez-Velez, a Mexican national living illegally in the United States who was convicted in New Jersey of child cruelty, criminal trespass, and resisting…

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Jackson Township Didn’t Fight Its Affordable Housing Battle As 27 Other Towns Suing State

JACKSON, NJ – In nearby Toms River, Mayor Dan Rodrick took the fight to Trenton, hired a competent fair share housing attorney, and won. A few other towns also fought and won…

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New Jersey to Legalize Sanctuary State Status with New Law Proposed in Trenton

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Democrats aren’t messing around in 2026. With a veto-proof total control of state government, their first act of the new year was to make Phil Murphy’s sanctuary…

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NYPD cop arrested for DWI in Staten Island

STATEN ISLAND, NY – An off-duty New York City police officer was arrested Wednesday morning in Staten Island on charges of driving while intoxicated, authorities said. According to police, 24-year-old Artan Kurtovic,…

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Ocean County consumer affairs director elected president of statewide consumer protection group

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County’s Director of Consumer Affairs, Ronald Heinzman, has been elected to a three-year term as president of the County and Municipal Consumer Agencies (CAMCA), following the organization’s…

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Maryland sheriff slams state lawmakers over plan to end federal jail program

BEL AIR, MD – Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler is criticizing Maryland lawmakers for advancing efforts to end the state’s participation in a federal jail enforcement initiative known as the 287(g) program.…

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Maryland State Police seek owner of dog found near I-495 in College Park

COLLEGE PARK, MD – Maryland State Police are searching for the owner of a dog found near Interstate 495 and Annapolis Road on Wednesday. Troopers said the friendly dog, pictured here, was…

Pets and Animals·Maryland News

Rosemary Becchi faces GOP backlash after loss in state chair race over support for Lakewood Democrat lawmaker

TRENTON, N.J. – Rosemary Becchi, who lost her bid for New Jersey Republican Party chair to Monmouth County Clerk Christine Hanlon on Monday, is facing sharp criticism from America First conservatives after…

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Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz named acting superintendent of New Jersey State Police

TRENTON, NJ – Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz has officially assumed command of the New Jersey State Police, stepping into the role of Acting Superintendent and State Director of Emergency Management as of…

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Four indicted in multistate travel insurance fraud scheme uncovered by New Jersey investigators

Trenton, NJ – Four individuals from New Jersey and New York have been indicted for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent travel insurance scheme that involved fake trips, fabricated medical emergencies, and falsified records,…

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Toms River Council rejects mayor’s call to cut ties with insurance firm under state investigation

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Toms River council members aligned with former Mayor Mo Hill have voted to block Mayor Dan Rodrick’s attempt to save hundreds of thousands of dollars and cut ties…

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Jackson Moves Forward on Controversial Plan to Send Westlake Mews Traffic Through Robbins Estates

Jackson Township, NJ — Not everyone is happy, but according to township officials, the people who matter during elections, the senior citizens of Westlake, are very excited. Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer L.…

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Ocean County is the Deadliest Place to Drive in New Jersey According to State Police Fatal Crash Records

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County once again led New Jersey in traffic deaths, according to Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy, as new data revealed the county recorded more fatal crashes than…

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Newark man charged after pulling illegal gun at Garden State Plaza

PARAMUS, N.J. – A 29-year-old Newark man was arrested Wednesday morning after allegedly pulling out an illegal handgun inside the Garden State Plaza Mall, police said. Officers identified the suspect as Charlie…

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Lakewood State Senator Gets $89,000 Free Healthcare for Serving One Day Per Month on Utilities Board

LAKEWOOD, NJ – The Lakewood Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) is facing renewed criticism after budget documents revealed that its commissioners receive some of the most generous compensation packages among local utility boards…

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Tim Walz knew about daycare fraud, did nothing state watchdog group says

ST. PAUL, MN – Nearly a year after raising alarms about potential misuse of state child care funding, Minnesota legislators are revisiting questions about oversight of daycare facilities that continue to receive…

Did you witness the deadly crash on the Parkway this weekend? The State Police are seeking witnesses

MIDDLETOWN, NJ – The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance as they investigate a fatal crash that occurred Sunday afternoon on the Garden State Parkway in Middletown Township.…

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Overturned vehicle shuts down Garden State Parkway express lanes in Middletown

MIDDLETOWN TWP., N.J. – Traffic came to a standstill Sunday afternoon after a serious crash involving an overturned vehicle blocked all express lanes on the Garden State Parkway northbound near Exit 109,…

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Operation Bad Santa Exposed the Dangers of New Jersey’s Soft-On-Crime Sanctuary State

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – A week after “Operation Bad Santa” resulted in the arrest of twelve alleged online child predators, questions are mounting over how New Jersey’s bail reform and sanctuary policies…

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ICE arrests more than 100 undocumented truck drivers in statewide California highway operation

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Federal immigration authorities announced that more than 100 undocumented commercial truck drivers were taken into custody across California following a multi-agency enforcement effort known as Operation Highway Sentinel.…

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