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Gunman opens fire in Bronx street, killing 20-year-old man in broad daylight

BRONX, NY — A 20-year-old man was shot and killed Thursday afternoon in a broad daylight attack in the Bronx, police said. Officers responded to a 911 call reporting an assault in…

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Teen gang killers sentenced in deadly Brooklyn ambush outside charter school

BROOKLYN, NY, April 17 — Three young men have been sentenced in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Devonte Lewis, gunned down in broad daylight outside a Midwood charter school in 2021 in…

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Kranjac slams New Jersey’s “Spadarelli Twins” on Trump loyalty

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Mario M. Kranjac, the self-proclaimed MAGA candidate for governor of New Jersey, released his fourth web ad titled “Fixed Values and Fixed Beliefs”, continuing his combative campaign style…

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Two men sentenced to life for Gilligan’s Island murder

WOODBINE, GA — Two men were found guilty and sentenced to life without parole Wednesday in the 2023 torture and drowning murder of 29-year-old John Andrew Mamph in a remote area of…

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New Jersey boardwalk named one of 10 best in America

WILDWOOD, N.J. — The Wildwoods’ Boardwalk has claimed the No. 1 spot in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 for Best Boardwalk in the United States, the publication announced Wednesday. Selected…

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‘This campaign is a scam’: Trump delegate unloads on Bill Spadea in scathing NJ governor race tirade

TRENTON, N.J. — Conservative commentator Mike Crispi issued a fiery rebuke of New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea, accusing the Republican hopeful of deception, financial mismanagement, and betrayal of the MAGA movement…

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‘Bonnie and Clyde’ mail thief gets 3½ to 7 years for Queens mailbox burglaries

QUEENS, NY — A Hicksville man accused of stealing mail in a five-month burglary spree across Queens was sentenced to 3½ to 7 years in prison Tuesday, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz…

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Two teens charged with murder in shooting of New Jersey 16-year-old

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — A 17-year-old and a 16-year-old have been charged with juvenile delinquency offenses related to the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old boy in New Brunswick, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda…

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Silver Spring woman dies in late-night crash after striking utility pole

SILVER SPRING, MD — A 34-year-old woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash late Sunday night after her SUV veered off the road and struck a utility pole on Colesville Road, Montgomery…

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Lucy, The Elephant. Lucy the Elephant is a six-story elephant-shaped example of novelty architecture, constructed of wood and tin sheeting in 1881 by James V. Lafferty in Margate City, New Jersey.

$500,000 Federal Funding for Lucy the Elephant Revoked by DOGE

MARGATE, NJ The iconic Lucy the Elephant, a 143-year-old National Historic Landmark, has found itself at the center of controversy after the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) abruptly rescinded $500,000 in discretionary…

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New York knicker thief busted after underwear heist, high-speed chase in Virginia

STAFFORD, VA — A 60-year-old New York man was arrested after leading deputies on a high-speed chase Friday night with a suitcase stuffed with stolen women’s lingerie, shoes, and clothing worth over…

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Dog saves woman from burning camper in Delaware

MILLINGTON, MD — A woman was hospitalized after a camper trailer fire broke out Thursday afternoon in Queen Anne’s County, authorities said. The blaze, which erupted at 2:18 p.m. inside a Sunline…

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Who is Mario Kranjac? Trump loyalist running for Governor of New Jersey

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Englewood Cliffs Mayor Mario Kranjac says he has no plans to soften his support for President Donald Trump as he eyes higher political office — taking aim at…

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Body discovered in Chesapeake pond sparks police investigation

CHESAPEAKE, VA — A body was found in a pond near the intersection of Woodlake Drive and Sentinel Drive on Sunday afternoon, prompting an active investigation by the Chesapeake Police Department. Police…

New Jersey’s Top 10 vintage vinyl record stores

America celebrated Record Store Day on Saturday, but missing the annual celebration of vintage vinyl is no reason to not visit a record store any day of the year. Vinyl records continue…

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These New Jersey towns are the most biased in the state

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey recorded 644 bias incidents in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest report from the state’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, with the highest numbers…

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Suffolk police join Take Back the Night event to support domestic violence survivors

BRENTWOOD, NY — Suffolk County Police officers attended the annual Take Back the Night event at Suffolk County Community College on Thursday to support survivors of domestic violence and raise awareness. The…

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The New Jersey bucket list for first time visitors

New Jersey, often overshadowed by its big-city neighbors, is a gem packed with diverse attractions, mouthwatering food, and unique vibes. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, the…

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Tragic crash kills Toms River couple in Route 571 crash

JACKSON, N.J. — A Toms River husband and wife were killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on Route 571, according to local authorities. Key Points: Jackson Police Chief Matthew D. Kunz…

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New Jersey Democrat councilman arrested in statewide mob-linked gambling bust

TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping racketeering investigation has led to charges against 39 individuals — including a Prospect Park councilman and alleged members of the Lucchese Crime Family — in connection with…

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