‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ to end in May 2026 amid CBS cost cuts
NEW YORK — The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will come to an end in May 2026, CBS confirmed, marking the conclusion of one of late night television’s longest-running franchises. Colbert, who…
Frostburg Residents Urged to Conserve Water Amid Drought
FROSTBURG, Md. — The City of Frostburg is calling on residents to begin voluntary water conservation efforts in response to ongoing drought conditions and declining water levels at Piney Reservoir. City officials…
New Jersey Accelerates Offshore Wind Schedule Amid Nantucket Wind Farm Incident
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) have announced the acceleration of the state’s offshore wind solicitation schedule, advancing the start of…
Governor Phil Murphy Travels to D.C. Amid Rumors of Vice Presidential Short List
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey is en route to Washington, D.C. this afternoon, fueling speculations about his potential vice-presidential candidacy alongside Kamala Harris. Although Murphy’s office has confirmed…
Airline Catering Workers at Newark Airport Advocate for New Jersey Heat Standard Amid Challenging Conditions
ELIZABETH, NJ — Airline catering workers at Newark Liberty International Airport, employed by Gate Gourmet, are voicing their concerns over extreme heat conditions on the job, highlighting the lack of working air…
Walgreens to Close Up to 25% of Its U.S. Stores Amid Shifts in Consumer Behavior
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Walgreens is set to close up to a quarter of its 8,600 stores across the United States, impacting roughly 2,150 locations. The decision was announced by CEO Tim…
Big Lots Announces Store Closures Amid Economic Challenges
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Big Lots, a discount retail chain, has announced plans to close between 35 and 40 stores this year, despite opening three new locations. This decision comes amid declining…
West Virginia Man Overjoyed with $140K Lottery Win Amid Cancer Battle
Belpre, OH – Melvin Stubbs III, a West Virginia resident, recently celebrated a significant win in the Rolling Cash 5 lottery, taking home $140,001. His victory comes at a poignant time as…
Vineland Implements Water Use Restrictions Amid Water Crisis
VINELAND, NJ—In response to a severe heat wave and significantly low rainfall over the past 60 days, the City of Vineland Water Utility is imposing mandatory water use restrictions. This measure follows…
NJ Transit Criticized by Mike Testa Amid Calls for Audit and Fare Hike Concerns
TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey State Senator Mike Testa took to Twitter to voice his strong dissatisfaction with the current state of NJ Transit, urging the Biden Administration to address what he referred to…
Robbinsville Sets Up Cooling and Charging Station Amid Power Outage
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The Robbinsville Township Police Department and Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are responding to a power outage affecting local residents. Authorities are actively setting up a cooling and charging…
Best Buy Plans Further Store Closures Amid Strategic Shift, Could New Jersey Be Next?
HOWELL, NJ – Best Buy, the renowned electronics retailer, closed approximately 24 stores last year as part of its ongoing strategic adjustments. Despite robust sales during the recent holiday season, the company…
Newark Warns of Excessive Heat Advisory Amid Rising Temperatures
NEWARK, NJ — Mayor Ras J. Baraka and Department of Health and Community Wellness Director Ketlen Baptiste Alsbrook have declared an Excessive Heat Advisory for Newark. The advisory, effective from noon today,…
Belleville Police Department Shares Heat Safety Tips Amid Scorching Temperatures
BELLEVILLE, NJ – With a severe heatwave expected to hit the area, the Belleville Police Department has issued urgent safety advice to help residents cope with the upcoming dangerously high temperatures and…
Bergen County Opens Cooling Centers Amid Heat Wave
HACKENSACK, NJ – In response to soaring temperatures, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco has announced the opening of several emergency cooling centers across the county. This initiative aims to provide residents with…
150% Spike in Anti-Jewish Attacks in New York City Amid Israeli-Hamas Conflict
NEW YORK, NY – A significant increase in anti-Semitic attacks has been reported in New York City, triggered by recent events in the Middle East. The New York Police Department’s Hate Crime…
Teen Stabbed Near Ocean City Amusement Pier Amid Curfew Enforcement
OCEAN CITY, NJ—A 15-year-old boy was stabbed Saturday night near a popular amusement pier in Ocean City, sparking concerns about youth violence in the area. The incident occurred around 9:12 PM, not…
Toms River Announces No Tax Increase in 2024 Municipal Budget Amid Inflation, Rising Costs
TOMS RIVER, NJ (UPDATE) – The Toms River Township Council has voted on the first reading to move the 2024 township municipal budget on first reading. That budget delivers a 0% tax…
Pennsylvania Attorney General Concerned About Red Lobster Gift Cards Amid Sudden Closures
HARRISBURG, PA – Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry raised awareness among Pennsylvania consumers regarding the potential consequences of Red Lobster restaurant closures and the chain’s bankruptcy filing. While current closures have mainly…
Senator Menendez Announces Wife Has Cancer Amid Trials and Charges
JERSEY CITY, NJ – U.S. Senator Bob Menendez disclosed the serious health condition of his wife, Nadine Menendez. Senator Menendez revealed that Nadine is battling Grade 3 breast cancer and will undergo…
Toms River Mayor Announces 2024 Budget with 0% Tax Increase Amid Rising Costs and Inflation
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Facing across-the-board salary increases, double-digit increases in healthcare costs, global inflation, and the end of the American Rescue Plan’s federal funding, Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced a…
Bed Bath & Beyond Raises Specter Of Bankruptcy Amid Ongoing Financial Disaster
Major Retailer Raises Specter Of Bankruptcy Amid Ongoing Financial Disaster John Hugh DeMastri on January 5, 2023 Bed Bath & Beyond anticipated that it will report a nearly $400 million shortfall in…
Europeans Resort To Desperate Measures To Find Heat Amid Energy Crisis
Europeans Resort To Desperate Measures To Find Heat Amid Energy Crisis John Hugh DeMastri on December 29, 2022 European countries are looking to recycle the heat generated by data centers to warm…
National Guard Deployed To Enforce Strict Driving Ban In Buffalo Amid ‘Blizzard Of The Century’
National Guard Deployed To Enforce Strict Driving Ban In Buffalo Amid ‘Blizzard Of The Century’ Laurel Duggan on December 27, 2022 New York will deploy 100 National Guard police officers and additional…
Taiwan To Extend Mandatory Military Service Amid China Threat
Taiwan To Extend Mandatory Military Service Amid China Threat Micaela Burrow on December 27, 2022 Taiwan will extend the length of mandatory military service from four months to one year in response…
Analysts slash platinum and palladium forecasts amid global slowdown: Reuters poll
By Ashitha Shivaprasad and Peter Hobson (Reuters) – Analysts and traders have sharply lowered their price forecasts for platinum and palladium as a global economic slowdown reduces demand, a Reuters poll showed…
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