Mayor Daniel T. Rodrick Announces Third Consecutive Year of Flat Taxes While Delivering Historic Investments and Record Financial Stability

MIDDLE TOWNSHIP, NJ — Mayor Daniel T. Roderick today proudly announced the adoption of the Township’s 2026 budget, marking the third consecutive year that municipal taxes have remained flat under his administration…

Watch: EarthCam Timelapse Reveals Stunning Overhaul of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Before America 250

Washington, D.C. — One of the nation’s most recognizable landmarks has undergone a dramatic transformation, and a newly released EarthCam timelapse condenses months of work into seconds, showing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting…

Surprise phone bill leads Stafford resident to uncover suspected identity fraud

Unauthorized account sparks investigation after bank blocks suspicious charge STAFFORD, Va. — A Stafford County resident discovered signs of possible identity fraud after receiving a phone bill from a company they had…

MLB Unveils New Pride Month Logo As Stigma Against Coming Out Persists Across League

New York, NY — Major League Baseball has replaced its traditional logo across social media and digital platforms with a Pride-themed version for June, featuring the league’s iconic batter silhouette set against…

Philadelphia Forecast Shows First Real Taste of Summer With 91-Degree Heat

Philadelphia, PA — After a stretch of comfortable early June weather, Philadelphia is on track for a significant warmup that could bring the city’s first widespread taste of summer by the end…

Sunny Skies and Rising Temperatures Highlight New York City’s Week Ahead

New York, NY — A few scattered rain showers may dampen parts of the city Monday afternoon, but New Yorkers can look forward to several days of sunshine and steadily warming temperatures…

Donald Trump Builds Massive Thunderdome at White House for UFC Birthday Event

Washington, D.C. — The White House is preparing to host what organizers describe as the first professional live sporting event ever held on the executive mansion’s grounds, transforming the South Lawn into…

Man Stabbed on Brooklyn Q Train After Argument, Suspect Still Sought by NYPD

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A verbal dispute aboard a southbound Q train escalated into violence early Friday when a man was stabbed in the abdomen and the attacker fled before police arrived, according…

Toms River Mayor Continues to Hold the Line on Taxes Amid Ongoing Budget Battle With Opponents

Despite rising healthcare costs, out-of-control insurance hikes, and high fuel and energy costs, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick’s administration continues to emphasize fiscal discipline and taxpayer relief, maintaining a steady approach to…

North Jersey Police Bust Multi-County Motorcycle Theft Ring Shipping Stolen Bikes Overseas

Westfield, NJ — A months-long investigation into the theft of a luxury motorcycle from a Westfield apartment complex led police to what authorities described as a sophisticated multi-county theft ring that dismantled…

Brick Township Breaks Ground on Long-Awaited Mallard Point Park Renovation

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township officials joined residents last week to officially break ground on the long-awaited renovation of Mallard Point Park, marking the start of a major upgrade to one of…

Cop Gave Woman Ticket for Holding Phone in Right Hand She Didn’t Have, Drops Charge

A Palm Beach County deputy saw his charge dropped over a strange distracted-driving stop with a Florida woman after learning the driver he accused of holding a cellphone in her right hand…

Woman Escapes Attempted Inside Prospect Park as NYPD Searches for Suspect

BROOKLYN, NY — A 26-year-old woman fought off an attempted sexual assault inside Prospect Park earlier this month after a man allegedly grabbed her from behind and tried to attack her before…

New Jersey State Police Add 120 Troopers for Memorial Day Crackdown on Speeding and DWI

West Trenton, NJ – New Jersey State Police will ramp up patrols across highways and waterways this Memorial Day weekend as officials warn drivers about the heightened risk of deadly crashes during…

Two Philadelphia Transit Policeman are seen by a Philadelphia Fire Department Emergency Medical Services ambulance on a city street

Dead Man Found Stuffed Inside Suitcase on Philadelphia Street

Philadelphia, PA – A grim discovery on a North Philadelphia block Friday morning has triggered a homicide investigation after police found a dead man stuffed inside a suitcase along East Hilton Street.…

Toms River Declares Local Emergency to Prevent Rowdy Mobs and Pop-Up Parties Starting Today

Toms River Expands Summer Teen Curfew on Barrier Island Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend Crowds Toms River, NJ — Toms River officials have formally reinstated a summer overnight curfew on the township’s…

Toms River Mayor Taking Fight To Stop Illegal Cadillac Health Benefits for Part-Time MUA Political Insiders to Court

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A growing political battle inside Toms River Township government is now headed toward a possible courtroom showdown after Mayor Dan Rodrick vowed to challenge what he says are…

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill is Using Affordable Housing as a Wider Democratic Plot to Take Over New Jersey, GOP Voice Crispi Claims

ALPINE, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s affordable housing agenda is drawing fierce backlash from conservative activists after many suburban voters heard little during the governor’s campaign about how aggressively her administration would…

Suspect Hunted After Boxcutter Attack Inside Manhattan Subway Station

NEW YORK, NY — A late-night argument inside a Manhattan subway station turned violent early Friday when a man allegedly pulled a boxcutter and slashed another rider in the neck before fleeing…

MTA Bus Driver Attacked on Q56 Route in Brooklyn as NYPD Searches for Suspect

Violent Attack on Brooklyn Bus Driver Sparks Search for Suspect in Cypress Hills BROOKLYN, NY — A 67-year-old MTA bus driver was punched multiple times in the face while operating a Q56…

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