New Bill Challenges Phil Murphy’s Single-Use Bag Ban in New Jersey

New Jersey Senate Proposes Amendments to Allow Certain Single-Use Paper Bags in Grocery Stores TRENTON, NJ—Senator Joseph P. Cryan has introduced a bill that could change how grocery stores in New Jersey…

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Take a Look at the Hollywood Style Studio Being Built Right Here in New Jersey

NEWARK, NJ—The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board has green-lighted substantial tax credits for 1888 Studios, set to be the largest campus-style film and television studio in the Northeast. This pivotal…

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Off-Duty NYC Housing Authority Employee Arrested in the Bronx

BRONX, NY—An off-duty employee of the New York City Housing Authority, Brandon Suarez, 30, was arrested on Tuesday evening under multiple charges. The arrest occurred at 8:38 PM within the 40 Precinct.…

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Illinois Lottery Player Wins Record $552 Million Mega Millions Jackpot

CHICAGO, IL – A historic win was recorded in Illinois as an iLottery player claimed a staggering $552 million in the Mega Millions jackpot. This victory marks the largest online lottery win…

Toms River Middle Schoolers Sing in “World’s Largest” Youth Choir

NEWARK, NJ—On the evening of June 6, 2024, the Prudential Center in Newark was filled with the harmonious voices of 5,000 young singers, including students from Intermediate East, at the American Young…

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Most in New Jersey Don’t Want Phil Murphy’s Offshore Wind Farms

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Support for the development of offshore wind turbines in New Jersey has seen a significant decline, particularly in coastal areas, according to a recent poll by the William J. Hughes…

As Gas Car Ban Looms, Poll Shows Most in New Jersey Don’t Want to Buy an EV

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—A significant number of New Jersey residents are expressing concerns over the economic implications of the state’s plan to phase out new gas-powered vehicles by 2035, a recent Rutgers-Eagleton Poll…

Ohio and New Jersey Men Involved in Creating Monkey Torture Videos

COLUMBUS, OH—A plea agreement was revealed today involving Ronald P. Bedra of Etna, Ohio, who admitted to conspiring to create and distribute disturbing videos that showed extreme violence and abuse against monkeys.…

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Hours After Cameras Installed Suspect Targeting Women in Jersey City Caught

SECAUCUS, NJ—Kendall Smith, a 32-year-old resident of Jersey City, has been charged by the Secaucus Police Department Detective Division in connection with a series of hotel robberies. The incidents, targeting female victims…

Homeless Man Pleads Guilty for Brutal Attack on NYC Subway That Blinded Female Victim

QUEENS, NY — Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the guilty plea of Waheed Foster in connection with a brutal subway assault that left a woman permanently blinded in one eye. The…

New Jersey Governor Signs Controversial Bill to Update Open Public Records Act

TRENTON, NJ – Governor of New Jersey signed Senate Bill No. 2930 into law today, which introduces significant updates to the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) and allocates $10 million to support…

New York Suspends Congestion Tax on New Jersey Commuters

NEW YORK, NY — Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday the suspension of the congestion pricing initiative slated to commence soon in Manhattan’s Central Business District. Governor Hochul cited the potential for…

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New Jersey to Remove Bald Eagle from Endangered Species List

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey announced a proposal on Monday to remove the bald eagle from its endangered species list, reflecting a significant recovery since the 1970s. At that time, the state…

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Maryland Portal Simplifies Reporting of Hate Crimes

BALTIMORE, MD — Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has introduced a new initiative to combat hate crimes and bias incidents in Maryland through the launch of an online portal, nohomeforhate.md.gov. This tool…

New Jersey Judge Attacks Police During Sentencing of Rookie Newark Cop

NEWARK, N.J. — The President of the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Peter Andreyev, issued a statement strongly criticizing Superior Court Judge Michael L. Ravin’s comments during the sentencing of former…

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New Jersey Senator Pushes for Immigration Crime Bill in Light of NYC Cops Shooting

Following the recent shooting incident involving two NYPD officers in East Elmhurst, Queens, criticism has emerged regarding immigration policies. Mike Testa, a New Jersey politician, took to social media to express concerns…

Spotlight on Toms River Fire/EMS Dispatch Team

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is highlighting the crucial role of its Fire/EMS Dispatch division. This dedicated team consists of four full-time and twelve part-time dispatchers…

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New Jersey to Include Latino and Hispanic American History in School Curriculums

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey has taken a significant step towards enriching its educational curriculum with the inclusion of Latino and Hispanic American history across all K-12 grades. The new legislation mandates…

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Providence Man Pleads Guilty to SNAP Fraud and Illegal Firearm Possession

PROVIDENCE, RI – Giomar Lopez Meireles, a 41-year-old Dominican national residing in Providence, admitted in federal court today to his involvement in a scheme defrauding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) of…

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Brazilian Man Indicted in Boston for Visa Fraud After Failing to Disclose Involvement in Notorious Massacre

BOSTON, MA – Antonio Jose De Abreu Vidal Filho, 30, currently residing in Malden, was indicted on multiple counts related to visa fraud and perjury after allegedly failing to disclose his involvement…