Las Vegas serial killer sentenced to 56 years after random shootings on Tropicana

A string of unprovoked killings along a busy Las Vegas corridor ends with decades in prison. LAS VEGAS, NV – A Nevada man who carried out a series of fatal shootings along…

Police Blotter

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Rescuers Airlift 72-Year-Old Boater After Running Aground in Somerset County Wildlife Area

SOMERSET COUNTY, Md. — A 72-year-old boater was airlifted to a hospital after running aground and exhausting his oxygen supply in a remote wildlife area near Fishing Creek, authorities said. Maryland Natural…

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New Jersey Towns Continue Public Healthcare Double Taxation Hike Across the State

TRENTON, N.J. — Homeowners across New Jersey are absorbing rising property tax bills tied to municipal employee health insurance costs, a shift that effectively forces residents to pay twice as their own…

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Here’s Why FIFA is Shutting Down Met-Life Stadium’s Parking Lot and Charging $200 to Park at American Dream Mall

East Rutherford, New Jersey — Tens of thousands of World Cup fans heading to MetLife Stadium in 2026 will face no on-site parking and $200-plus off-site fees under a FIFA-driven plan that…

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Howell Council Advances $67.4M Budget With Tax Increase, Residents Raise Zoning Concerns Tuesday

Howell Township, NJ — Residents face a proposed tax increase as township officials introduced a $67.4 million municipal budget Tuesday night while fielding public complaints about zoning enforcement and neighborhood development. The…

Monmouth County News

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Toms River launches beginner pickleball classes at Bey Lea Park with $60 sessions starting in May

Toms River, NJ – Residents looking to learn pickleball will have multiple chances starting in May as Toms River Recreation rolls out a series of beginner-friendly classes at Bey Lea Park, with…

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Middle Township schools secure $40K literacy grant to reach families before kindergarten in Cape May Court House

Cape May Court House, NJ – Middle Township Public Schools will expand early childhood literacy access after securing a $40,000 state grant to deliver books, resources, and support directly to families with…

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Brick Township swears in 8 new police officers Tuesday to expand public safety ranks

Brick Township, NJ – Eight newly hired officers joined the Brick Township Police Department on Tuesday after officials administered the oath of office during a Township Council meeting, expanding the force as…

Community News·Ocean County News

Two officials hold a large ceremonial check for the Ephrata Police Department K-9 Unit, $19,315.77, with a district seal in the background.

Lancaster County DA Awards $19K to Launch Ephrata Police K9 Unit, Patrols Expected by November

Ephrata, PA — A new police K9 unit is set to take shape after more than $19,000 in drug forfeiture funds were awarded to the Ephrata Police Department, with officials confirming the…

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Troopers seize 352 grams of cocaine after I-87 traffic stop in Plattekill, driver jailed

PLATTEKILL, NY — More than 350 grams of cocaine were recovered during a traffic stop on Interstate 87 in Plattekill early Wednesday, leading to the arrest of a Catskill man after a…

New York News·Pets and Animals

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Coldplay Enters 2026 World Cup Final Halftime Show at MetLife Stadium After Costs, Branding Frustrations

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — High ticket prices, steep train fares, FIFA-linked costs and even the awkward “New York New Jersey Stadium” branding were already part of the conversation—now the 2026 World Cup…

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Brick Township approves multiple community events, including car show and charity walk

Council signs off on series of permits for events at Windward Beach and along Route 35 Brick Township, NJ — A series of community events scheduled throughout spring and summer 2026 received…

Community News·Ocean County News·What to do: Upcoming Events

Brick Township backs ‘Polluters Pay’ bill targeting fossil fuel industry for ‘climate costs’

Resolution supports $50 billion state fund aimed at shifting cleanup costs from taxpayers to energy firms Brick Township, NJ — Brick Township officials have formally backed a proposed New Jersey law that…

Community News·Local Politics·Ocean County News

Virginia Governor Signs Law That Could Effectively Nullify the Voters Choice in Future Presidential Elections

Virginia bill would tie state’s electoral votes to national result, overriding state outcome if different. Proposal would award electoral votes based on nationwide popular vote, not Virginia’s individual results Richmond, VA —…

Community News·Government News·Local Politics·Politics

Man accused of staging device that halted NJ parade

Man allegedly planted device and triggered false alarm FREEHOLD, NJ – A St. Patrick’s Day parade in Keansburg was abruptly canceled after a man reported a suspicious device near the route, only…

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Brick Township man, Brookdale College fire officer charged for suspicious device that canceled St. Patrick’s Day parade

Prosecutors say investigation found conflicting claims from caller who reported device near parade route Keansburg, NJ — A suspicious device reported near a St. Patrick’s Day parade staging area led to the…

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Jackson’s 5-dog ordinance misses the mark, punishing residents instead of fixing illegal petting zoo

Township policy targets pet owners while core zoning and enforcement issues remain unresolved JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township’s new five-dog ordinance is being framed as a solution to ongoing neighborhood disturbances, but…

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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Reaffirms Democratic Socialist Agenda After 100 Days in Office

Mayor says policies on housing, transit, and taxation will continue as part of long-term governing strategy New York City, NY — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his commitment to governing…

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NJ Republicans blame decades of Democratic control as data shows high taxes, rising costs connected to one-party rule

State GOP points to nation-leading property taxes and affordability strain across New Jersey. Trenton, New Jersey — New Jersey Senate Republicans said Friday that more than two decades of Democratic control of…

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Hartford ticket wins lottery jackpot at local liquor store

A Connecticut Lottery player scored a $68,312 progressive jackpot on a Fast Play game, highlighting the growing popularity of instant digital-style lottery wins. Hartford, Connecticut – The Connecticut Lottery announced that a…

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