Remembering New Jersey’s Underground Rock Mecca, City Gardens
In the annals of American music and cultural history, City Gardens in Trenton, New Jersey, holds a unique and enduring place. From its humble beginnings as a simple club in the late…
Cory Booker Wants to Unmask Federal Agents Involved in Immigration Enforcement
NEWARK, NJ — U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) unveiled legislation Tuesday that would require immigration enforcement officers to display visible identification during public operations, citing safety and accountability…
New Jersey’s Warehouse Bubble Burst Left Many Towns With Empty Massive Buildings
JACKSON, N.J. — A growing number of massive, newly constructed warehouses across New Jersey are sitting vacant, drawing criticism from residents who say the state is trading open space for industrial sprawl…
Ten charged in violent terrorist attack on ICE facility
ALVARADO, Texas — Ten suspects have been charged following a July 4 assault on the Prairieland Detention Facility in Johnson County, where a local law enforcement officer was shot during the attack,…
Sherrill Says New Jersey Could Be U.S. Leader in Offshore Wind Farms
Mikie Sherrill silent on offshore energy amid campaign despite past wind energy support MORRISTOWN, N.J. — As her re-election campaign intensifies, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) has remained quiet on offshore energy policy,…
Cloud Seeding Company Denies Allegations that Its July 2nd Operation Caused Deadly Texas Flood
AUSTIN, Texas — The CEO of a Texas-based weather modification company has denied allegations that his firm’s cloud seeding activities contributed to the deadly Fourth of July weekend floods that killed more…
Heavy delays reported across key New Jersey commuter routes Wednesday morning
NEWARK, N.J. — Morning commuters faced widespread delays across major New Jersey roadways as of 7:49 a.m., with travel times extended at key Hudson River crossings and several congested corridors statewide. At…
New Jersey bill would ban sports betting deals at public colleges
TRENTON, N.J. — Public colleges and universities in New Jersey would be barred from entering into sports wagering partnerships under a bill advanced by the Senate Higher Education Committee. Assembly Bill No.…
New Jersey Group Seething After Commissioners Require Liability Insurance for Anti-Government Protest
NEWTON, N.J. — Advocacy group NJ 50501 is pushing back against a new Sussex County policy requiring individuals or groups to secure extensive insurance coverage before using Newton Green for public expression.…
Trucks Torched at Maryland Business as Arson Investigation Launched
DENTON, Md. — Authorities are investigating an attempted arson at Murphy’s Transport in Caroline County after multiple vehicles were targeted and damaged, officials said Wednesday. The incident was discovered the morning of…
Bronx Teen Killed in Broad Daylight Triple Victim Gunfire Attack
BRONX, N.Y. — An 18-year-old male was shot and killed Tuesday afternoon in a triple-victim assault near Southern Boulevard and Westchester Avenue, police said. Officers from the 41st Precinct responded to a…
Lightning strike sparks Chestertown house fire as dog rescued from blaze
CHESTERTOWN, Md. — A lightning strike ignited a house fire Monday night in Kent County, causing an estimated $260,000 in damage to a single-family home on Augustine Herman Highway. The fire was…
For Toms River Health Director, Helping Seniors is a Life’s Passion
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River’s director of Health and Human Services shares a personal story about her dedication to her job and the community. In a deeply personal and wide-ranging interview…
Suspect in shooting of school safety officer in Philadelphia found hiding in New Jersey
PHILADELPHIA — A 28-year-old man has been arrested in New Jersey in connection with the June 29 shooting of a School Safety Officer in Philadelphia, authorities said Saturday. Ariza Giansteban was taken…
Toms River to host Sunday beach yoga series at Shelter Cove starting this weekend
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Recreation is launching a weekly Sunday Beach Yoga series at Shelter Cove Bay Beach, beginning this weekend and continuing through the end of August. Led by…
‘Good Trouble’ Protest planned Thursday in Ocean City by progressive activist groups
OCEAN CITY, N.J. — Progressive advocacy groups are planning a protest in Ocean City on Thursday, July 17, as part of a national day of action they say is aimed at defending…
Philadelphia Mass Shooting Death Count Climbs to Three as Police Continue Search for Suspects
PHILADELPHIA — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying multiple suspects connected to a mass shooting early Monday that left three men dead and nine others wounded on Etting Street…
Police search for suspect who stole phones from employee during dispute at Queens business
QUEENS, N.Y. — Police are looking for an unidentified suspect who stole three cellphones from a store employee during a confrontation last month at a commercial establishment in Whitestone. The incident occurred…
New York man charged with wire fraud and identity theft in $150K loan scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — A New York City man has been charged with wire fraud and aggravated identity theft for allegedly using stolen personal information to obtain fraudulent business loans totaling $150,000, federal…
Police investigate attempted carjacking outside ShopRite in Aberdeen Township
ABERDEEN TWP., N.J. — Authorities are investigating an attempted carjacking after an unidentified individual tried to enter multiple vehicles in a supermarket parking lot and nearby traffic Tuesday afternoon. According to the…
Maryland couple sentenced for $20 million life insurance fraud and tax scheme
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — A Maryland husband and wife were sentenced Tuesday to federal prison for their roles in a $20 million life insurance fraud and tax evasion scheme, prosecutors announced. James…