New Jersey wants to control when your school district can schedule spring break under proposed bill
TRENTON, N.J. — A bill requiring the state’s top education official to annually recommend spring break dates for New Jersey school districts has been approved by the Senate Education Committee. Senate Bill…
Baltimore police investigate Eastern District shooting
BALTIMORE — A 57-year-old man was injured in a shooting early Friday morning in the city’s Eastern District, police said. Officers responded to the 2700 block of East Federal Street around 12:54…
Teen charged with making repeated threats against Chartiers Valley School District
ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. — A 17-year-old male has been charged with terroristic threats and harassment in connection with threats impacting the Chartiers Valley School District, according to the Allegheny County Police Department.…
Attempted Murder Arrest in Baltimore’s Southeast District
Attempted Murder Arrest in Baltimore's Southeast District **Baltimore, MD** - The Baltimore Police Department has reported the arrest of 26-year-old James Little in connection with a recent shooting incident in the Southeast…
District Attorney Announces Guilty Plea in Orange County Arson Case
District Attorney Announces Guilty Plea in Arson Case **Orange County, NY** - Tyler Williams, a 26-year-old from Middletown, has pled guilty to second-degree arson in Orange County Court. The case was overseen…
Jackson School District Mulls Redistricting: Are More Schools Closing?
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson School District has begun exploring potential redistricting and restructuring plans aimed at addressing class size inequities, improving access to academic and extracurricular opportunities, and resolving facility challenges,…
After DUI Crash, Superintendent at Ocean County School District Takes Leave of Absence
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Superintendent George J. Chidiac of the Stafford Township School District has taken a temporary leave of absence following his recent arrest on DUI and related charges, according to…
Trailer fire in Tenth District extinguished; occupant escapes unharmed
TENTH DISTRICT, MD — A trailer fire early Sunday morning on Browns Place drew multiple fire units to the scene, where quick action ensured no injuries were reported. The Tenth District Volunteer…
Jersey City proposes cultural arts district to drive economic growth in Journal Square
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Jersey City Redevelopment Authority (JCRA) introduced an ordinance at Wednesday’s City Council meeting to establish a Cultural Arts Special Improvement District (SID)…
Double shooting leaves one dead, another injured in Philadelphia’s 24th District
PHILADELPHIA — A double shooting in Philadelphia’s 24th District left one man dead and another injured on Wednesday morning, according to police. The incident occurred around 11:07 a.m. at 100 E Somerset…
Baltimore police arrest 18-year-old on gun and drug charges in Eastern District
BALTIMORE — An 18-year-old male was arrested Tuesday evening in Baltimore’s Eastern District after detectives recovered a handgun, ammunition, and controlled dangerous substances (CDS) during an investigation, according to the Baltimore Police…
Baltimore police arrest 19-year-old suspect in fatal Central District shooting
BALTIMORE, MD — A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Baltimore’s Central District in September, according to the Baltimore…
Jackson School District considers redistricting, restructuring amid budget crisis
JACKSON, N.J. — Facing budget constraints, shifting enrollment numbers, and aging school infrastructure, the Jackson School District is considering a range of strategies to address class size imbalances and facility deficiencies. In…
Queens District Attorney Shuts Down Unlicensed Cannabis Shop Near Playground in Sunnyside
QUEENS, N.Y. — An unlicensed cannabis dispensary operating near a playground in Sunnyside has been shut down following community complaints, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced. The closure of the Green Point…
Philadelphia police investigate double stabbing in 35th District
PHILADELPHIA — Police are investigating a double stabbing incident that occurred late Monday night in the 35th District. Authorities report that the incident was first reported at 11:27 p.m. on the 5500…
East Brunswick High School Has a Problem and District Officials Won’t Talk About It
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – It has been four months since a teacher at the East Brunswick High School replaced a yearbook photo of the Jewish Student Union with a Muslim student group,…
Baltimore police arrest 16-year-old, recover handgun in Southwest District
BALTIMORE — A 16-year-old male was arrested late Wednesday night in the Southwest District after detectives recovered a handgun during an investigation, according to the Baltimore Police Department. The arrest occurred at…
Opinion: Hate Has A Home in the East Brunswick School District
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – It has been four months since a teacher at the East Brunswick High School replaced a yearbook photo of the Jewish Student Union with a Muslim student group,…
Rockland County District Attorney Collaborates with Homeland Security Leadership
Rockland County, NY – District Attorney Tom Walsh and Chief Assistant District Attorney Patrick Frawley convened with the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York team on Friday. The meeting included HSI Special…
Toms River School District Caught Up in Political Campaign
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Regional Schools Superintendent Michael Citta is being called out for using school resources to promote a political candidate and for attempting to suppress discussions about the…
Philadelphia Police Seek Suspects in 25th District Shooting Incident
Philadelphia, PA — Authorities are searching for two suspects involved in a shooting that left a 17-year-old male critically injured on a SEPTA bus in the 25th District. The incident occurred on…