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Water Main Break Disrupts Service in Union City

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 3, 20240

UNION CITY, NJ—A significant water main break has impacted several streets in Union City, prompting local authorities to issue a service disruption alert. The break occurred tonight, affecting areas from 25th Street to 27th Street along Summit Avenue and extending to the 700 and 800 blocks of 26th Street. The Union City Police Department has announced that residents in the affected areas may experience a loss of water or reduced water pressure while repairs are being conducted. Crews are on-site working to resolve the issue and restore normal water service. Residents are advised to stay informed through updates from the

Lunch Break Leads to $100K Scratch-off Win for Hyattsville Man

Local News ReportAugust 1, 20240

BALTIMORE, MD — A routine lunch break turned extraordinary for a Prince George’s County resident who won $100,000 on a $5,000,000 Cash scratch-off ticket. The winner, who chose to be identified as “Jimmy,” claimed his prize at Maryland Lottery headquarters on July 31. Jimmy, a lottery player for just two years, was elated and surprised by his substantial win. “I never imagined winning, and can’t process that I actually won more than a few hundred dollars,” he shared, still in disbelief. The lucky event occurred when Jimmy stopped at King Kong Restaurant in Adelphi for lunch and decided to purchase

Water Main Break Shuts Down Lanes on Route 37 Eastbound

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 24, 20240

Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Township Government has announced a water main break in the area of Route 37 eastbound and Whittier Avenue. As a result, two lanes are currently closed to traffic. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and seek alternate routes to minimize delays. Authorities are working to address the situation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Stay tuned to local updates for further information on the lane closures and repair progress.

Montgomery County Police Break Up Illegal Car Meet-Up

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 19, 20240

BURTONSVILLE, MD – Montgomery County Police officers from the 3rd District Station implemented a traffic enforcement operation early Saturday to deter an illegal car meet-up featuring exhibition driving in Burtonsville. Authorities encountered a large assembly of vehicles on Sandy Spring Road engaged in reckless driving behaviors. Officers intensified their presence and initiated targeted enforcement measures, effectively dispersing the group from the area. This proactive intervention by the police helped avert possible accidents and injuries. Montgomery County Police have affirmed their commitment to collaborate with regional partners to combat unsafe driving practices and enforce accountability within the community.

Water Main Break Closes Road in Holmdel Township

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 15, 20240

HOLMDEL, NJ – A water main break has led to the closure of Homestead Place between Pettit Street and Deerfield Road. New Jersey American Water is currently addressing the issue, but there is no estimated time for when repairs will be completed. Residents in the vicinity are expected to be without water service until the break is fixed. For updates, residents are encouraged to contact New Jersey American Water at 1(800)-272-1325. Additional information will be provided by the Holmdel Township Police Department as it becomes available.

Predators Lurking in New Jersey As Summer Break Presents New Opportunities For Perps

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 3, 20240

MAYS LANDING, NJ – During the 2023-2024 school year, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit arrested 11 residents for distributing and/or possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) using digital devices. The ICAC Unit conducts both proactive and reactive investigations, forensic examinations, and prosecutions in response to online child victimization. The ICAC Program addresses the increasing use of the internet and technology by children and teenagers, the proliferation of electronic child sexual abuse images, and the rise in online activity by predators seeking contact with potential underage victims. Throughout the school year, members of the Prosecutor’s

New Jersey Gets Three Day Weather Break Before Heat Returns on 4th of July

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 1, 20240

Trenton, NJ — The heatwave has officially broken as temperatures in New Jersey will return to more seasonable temperatures over the next three days. Today’s weather will be mostly sunny, with a high near 81°F, and north winds will blog at 10 to 15 mp and gusts up to 25 mph. Tonight, expect mostly clear skies and a low of around 58°F, with north winds around 5 mph becoming calm. Tuesday brings sunny weather with a high near 83°F and northeast winds around 5 mph, shifting to the east in the afternoon. The night will be partly cloudy with a

Water Main Break Disrupts Traffic in Erial, Gloucester Township

Breaking Local News ReportJune 26, 20240

ERIAL, NJ—A large water main break on Prospect Avenue has disrupted local traffic and necessitated roadway closures in the Erial section of Gloucester Township. Gloucester Township Police have closed the affected stretch between Jarvis Road and Edinshire Road to facilitate urgent repair efforts. Residents and commuters are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes until further notice.

Water Main Break in New City Closes Gerken Drive

Breaking Local News ReportJune 17, 20240

New City, NY – Veolia is currently conducting repairs on a water main break on Gerken Drive. The Clarkstown Police Department has announced that the road will remain closed until the repairs are finished. As of 9:15 AM, no timeline for the completion of the repairs has been provided.

Three Arrested After Police Break Up Illegal Car Meet in Philadelphia

Breaking Local News ReportJune 3, 20240

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Police responded to a call for backup at a car meet-up on the 500 block of Adams Ave on Saturday at approximately 7:42 PM. An officer found themselves encircled by a large crowd, prompting immediate support from additional units. The event drew roughly 200 attendees and featured about 100 vehicles. During the incident, a juvenile blocked a police car by standing in front of it and gesturing defiantly. This escalated as he attempted to flee in a gray Infiniti G35 with two accomplices when more police arrived. The vehicle was trapped in the congested lot, hindering their

North Bergen Water Main Break Causes Street Closure

Breaking Local News ReportMay 16, 20240

NORTH BERGEN, NJ — North Bergen Police Department officers are currently managing a water main break on 76th Street, resulting in a road closure. The street is closed in both directions from Tonnelle Avenue to Cottage Avenue to facilitate emergency repairs. Residents and businesses affected by water service disruptions are advised to contact Veolia Water at 1 (800) 422-5987 for more information.

Feds Break Up Major Gun Trafficking Operation in Brooklyn

Breaking Local News ReportMay 13, 20240

BROOKLYN, NY — A federal indictment unsealed today in Brooklyn charges Yashiya Louisdor, Zaire Alman, Marques Seals, and a fourth unnamed defendant with conspiring to traffic over 40 illegal firearms within a three-month period. Breon Peace, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, along with top officials from the ATF and NYPD, announced the charges. The defendants, three of whom were arrested yesterday and are due for arraignment this afternoon before U.S. Magistrate Judge Vera M. Scanlon, allegedly conducted numerous transactions involving semi-automatic and defaced guns. These sales took place in the parking lot of a fast-food

Water Main Break Shuts Down Route 46 in North Jersey

Breaking Local News ReportMay 8, 20240

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ – A water main break and subsequent emergency construction have led to the closure of all lanes on US 46 in both directions this morning. The incident, which took place east of CR 517/High St, was first reported at 8:24 AM with the latest update at 9:08 AM. Traffic is being detoured on the eastbound side, and all westbound lanes remain closed as well.

Armed Robbers Using Jaws of Life to Break Into 7-Elevens Across Maryland

Breaking Local News ReportMay 7, 20240

LAUREL, MD – A series of armed robberies occurred this morning at multiple 7-Eleven locations in Prince George’s County, involving a group of suspects armed with fire department extrication tools known as the “jaws of life.” The criminals began their spree in Laurel, moving through Adelphi and Fort Washington, and targeted two additional stores in southern Prince George’s County. The suspects have used these tools to forcibly open ATMs and steal the contents. Additionally, they have repeatedly destroyed security camera footage and, in one incident, held a clerk at gunpoint. The suspects and their getaway vehicle match the descriptions from

Man Stabbed While Trying to Break Up Fight in the Bronx

Breaking Local News ReportApril 30, 20240

BRONX, NY—A 40-year-old man was viciously attacked after attempting to intervene in a street altercation on Monday. The incident occurred in front of 3300 Kossuth Avenue at approximately 1:37 PM. The victim stepped in to defuse a confrontation involving four males and another individual, who managed to flee the scene. The intervention prompted the group of four males to become agitated, resulting in them chasing down the victim. They knocked him to the ground and proceeded to punch, kick, and stab him multiple times in the back. Following the assault, the attackers fled on foot. The victim was initially taken

Police Break Up Fight Between Juveniles at Kirby Park

Local News ReportApril 30, 20240

Wilkes-Barre, PA – Wilkes-Barre City Police responded to reports of a physical altercation at Kirby Park. Upon arrival on Thursday at 5:50 p.m., officers found three juveniles fighting and quickly intervened. The officers detained the teenagers and cleared the large crowd that had gathered.

Geyser Like Water Main Break In New Jersey Blamed on 4.8 Earthquake

Breaking Local News ReportApril 8, 20240

In Randolph, New Jersey, a water main break occurred on Pleasant Hill Road, believed to be caused by the recent 4.8-magnitude earthquake. The break resulted in significant water flooding the street, described by local residents as a geyser-like eruption. The force of the water was most intense for over an hour, causing substantial disruptions and making the road impassable. The incident affected more than 80 homes, leaving them with little to no water supply. This is the second occurrence of such an event in the area within a decade, with the previous incident also leading to days without water for

US-China Military Talks Over Chinese Aggression In Air And Sea Resume After Tense Two Year Break

The Daily CallerApril 6, 20240

U.S. and Chinese military delegations met in Hawaii for the first time in two years to discuss safety on the high seas and in the skies following instances of unsafe Chinese military maneuvers, the U.S. military said in a statement Friday. Delegations from the Chinese Peoples’ Liberation Army and U.S. Navy and Air Force officials controlled by Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) met Wednesday and Thursday to discuss repeated unsafe and unprofessional instances the U.S. had warned could cause injuries or escalation, according to a statement. It was the second instance of direct military-to-military contact between the U.S. and China since Beijing

Descendants of enslaved, enslavers ‘break silence’ around France’s past

ReutersApril 4, 20240

By Stephane Mahe and Catarina Demony NANTES (Reuters) – Dieudonne Boutrin is a descendant of people enslaved in the Caribbean. Pierre Guillon de Prince’s ancestors, from Nantes, were ship-owners transporting those enslaved. Although contrasting, their families’ histories are linked. They met in 2021 in Nantes, which was France’s largest port for transatlantic slavery, and have since been working together to raise awareness about the past and its legacy in today’s society. Originally from the Caribbean island of Martinique, 59-year-old Boutrin moved to Nantes in the 1980s. It was only then that he fully learned about the true extent of slavery.

Toms River Police Break Up Teen Brawl at Freedom Village Ends Without Charges

Law and Crime ReportApril 4, 20240

TOMS RIVER, NJ — A clash involving around 15 juveniles that spilled into the streets of Freedom Village prompted a swift response from local police. The incident, a continuation of an earlier altercation at Toms River High School North, ended quickly as participants dispersed upon the officers’ arrival. Investigations revealed minor injuries among the youths, who, along with their families, opted against medical treatment. The disturbance also involved a stolen cellphone, which was later returned by the thief’s father to its rightful owner. Concluding that no further police action was warranted, authorities filed no charges, deeming no additional intervention necessary.

Water Main Break Leads to Road Closure in Holmdel

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 28, 20240

HOLMDEL, NJ – A water main break has resulted in the closure of a section of Dora Lane. The affected area is between Wood Hollow Drive and Armand Court. Residents and commuters are urged to avoid the vicinity. The Holmdel Township Police Department announced the closure on their social media channels. The incident was reported approximately 26 minutes ago. Authorities are currently addressing the situation.

Police Break Up Wildwood Drug Deal

Charlie DwyerJanuary 31, 20240

Wildwood, NJ – On the evening of Saturday, January 27, detectives from the Wildwood Police Department’s Detective Division initiated a stop of a suspicious vehicle near the intersection of Youngs and Pacific Avenues. This action stemmed from observations of suspected narcotics activities involving the vehicle’s occupants at an undisclosed location a few minutes prior. The vehicle’s occupants, identified as Jason Popplewell, 38, of Villas, NJ, and Kelly Phillips, 39, of Wildwood, NJ, were detained during the investigation. Assistance was requested from the Wildwood Crest Police Department, resulting in the arrival of a K9 Officer. The K9 conducted a narcotics sniff

Evergrande faces imminent liquidation after talks with top creditors break down – WSJ

ReutersJanuary 28, 20240

(Reuters) – Chinese property developer Evergrande faces imminent liquidation after its overseas creditors failed to reach an 11th-hour deal this weekend to restructure the sprawling real-estate company, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the matter. Talks between the company and its top creditors kicked off last week over a new plan that would have allowed the company to continue its operations, according to the report. (Reporting by Nilutpal Timsina in Bengaluru)

Major Break in Armed Robbery Series as Pittsburgh Suspect Captured

Local News ReportJanuary 26, 20240

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – In a coordinated law enforcement effort, the Pittsburgh Police SWAT team, Fugitive Apprehension Unit detectives, and the U.S. Marshals Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force successfully executed a felony arrest warrant in the early hours of January 25, 2024. The operation targeted a 19-year-old male, Sean Jones, wanted for a series of violent armed robberies. Jones was apprehended without incident in the 5000 block of Dyke Street in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Pittsburgh. The arrest yielded significant evidence, including three firearms, ammunition, suspected narcotics, a sum of U.S. currency, and multiple cell phones, all recovered from the residence.

January set to break record as busiest for new US corporate bonds

ReutersJanuary 22, 20240

By Matt Tracy (Reuters) – The month is poised to be the busiest January on record for new U.S. corporate bond sales, with two regional banks on Monday adding to what has been a rush of post-earnings debt issuance by banks. Truist Financial Corp, the financing arm of Truist Bank, on Monday announced a two-part senior unsecured bond offering. The bank is seeking an undisclosed amount of six- and 11-year fixed-to-floating rate notes. Also on Monday, Fifth Third Bancorp announced that it was seeking eight-year senior unsecured notes, also fixed-to-floating rate and of an as-yet undisclosed amount. Their announced bond