Gloucester County Commissioners Approve Contracts, Grants, and Infrastructure Projects

Officials approved a series of resolutions covering election equipment, public safety upgrades, road work, and technology purchases during their March 4 meeting. Woodbury, NJ – Gloucester County commissioners approved a wide range…

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New York Proposal Could Open More Public Assistance Programs to Undocumented Immigrants

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand eligibility for certain public assistance programs to some noncitizens who are victims of crimes such as human trafficking, domestic violence,…

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Former Olympic Snowboarder Added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List

Authorities say former Olympian Ryan Wedding is wanted for allegedly leading an international drug trafficking operation linked to multiple killings. Los Angeles, CA – A former Olympic snowboarder has been added to…

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New Jersey seeks to make prostitution free school zones

Proposed legislation would impose escalating fines and require education classes for prostitution offenses committed near schools and child care facilities. Trenton, NJ – A bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate would…

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Queens Man Sentenced to 17 Years for Unprovoked Attack on 9-Year-Old Girl

Prosecutors say the defendant struck a child playing outside and later bit off part of an off-duty NYPD sergeant’s finger during the incident. Queens, NY – A Glendale man has been sentenced…

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NJ Lawmaker Warns of “Progressive Fatigue,” Blasts Democratic Leadership

Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia says New Jersey residents are growing frustrated with progressive policies under state leadership. Trenton, NJ – A New Jersey Republican lawmaker is sounding the alarm over what she calls…

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Bronx Daycare Operator, Husband Get 25 Years to Life in Fentanyl Death of Toddler

A Bronx daycare provider and her husband will spend decades in prison after fentanyl stored beneath a playroom floor killed a 22-month-old boy and poisoned three other children. Bronx, NY – A…

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ICE Newark sends convicted migrant drug trafficker back to Mexico

Officials say the man was sentenced to nearly six years in prison for fentanyl and cocaine trafficking. Newark, NJ – Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Newark announced the arrest and removal of…

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Ukrainian national accused of attempted murder of police chief arrested by ICE in Binghamton

Federal agents say the fugitive entered the U.S. under humanitarian parole before being sought in Ukraine for violent crimes SYRACUSE, NY – Federal authorities in New York have arrested a Ukrainian national…

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Dorchester drug dragnet nets arrests and crack cocaine haul

Boston drug squads seize crack cocaine in Dorchester probes with two arrests BOSTON, MA — A months-long narcotics investigation in Dorchester led to two separate arrests and the seizure of crack cocaine…

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Cuba reports deadly armed clash with armed boat from Florida, alleges “terrorist infiltration” attempt

Cuban officials say three killed, seven wounded after exchange of gunfire with armed vessel that entered territorial waters near the island’s northern coast. Havana, Cuba – Cuban authorities have released new details…

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Drug task force raids Poughkeepsie home following narcotics arrest at billiard hall

Dutchess County prosecutors say a months-long investigation led to the arrest of a suspected dealer and the seizure of a large quantity of drugs. Poughkeepsie, N.Y. – A months-long narcotics investigation by…

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Allegheny County police seize stolen rifle, fentanyl, cocaine, and cash in Penn Hills raid

Two suspects were detained after detectives uncovered large quantities of narcotics and a stolen firearm during a morning search. Penn Hills, Pa. – The Allegheny County Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence…

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Trump administration sues New Jersey over sanctuary state executive order restricting ICE cooperation with police

Federal lawsuit accuses Governor Mikie Sherrill of obstructing immigration enforcement through new executive order TRENTON, NJ – The Trump administration’s Department of Justice filed a lawsuit this week against Governor Mikie Sherrill…

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Lancaster County District Attorney clarifies role in ICE 287(g) partnership

District Attorney Heather Adams says participation is limited, focused on child safety, and not immigration enforcement. LANCASTER, PA – Lancaster County District Attorney Heather Adams issued a detailed statement clarifying her office’s…

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Battle over Roxybury ICE detention facility heats up online

Roxbury, NJ – A social media fight between Rep. Tom Kean Jr. and Rep. LaMonica McIver escalated Saturday after Kean defended his engagement with federal officials over a proposed federal action affecting…

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Asheville man gets 13 year prison term in major fentanyl case

Asheville man sentenced to more than 13 years after fentanyl busts net 185 grams of deadly drug ASHEVILLE, NC – An Asheville man will spend more than 13 years in state prison…

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Cumberland woman arrested again in crack cocaine probe

Woman awaiting sentencing faces new drug charges CUMBERLAND, MD – Sarah Renae Peterson was taken into custody in the area of Naves Cross Roads as part of an ongoing drug investigation that…

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Gainesville felon admits to gun possession, faces April sentencing

GAINESVILLE, FL – A Gainesville man with multiple prior felony convictions has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm, federal prosecutors announced this week. According to U.S. Attorney John P. Heekin of the…

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Newark judge shuts down bid to overturn New Jersey wiretap case

NEWARK, NJ – A federal judge has denied a state prisoner’s attempt to undo his New Jersey convictions tied to a large drug-trafficking operation, rejecting arguments that appellate courts mishandled key facts…

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