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Philadelphia man charged after officer shot during high school fight

Breaking Local News ReportMay 8, 20250

PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia man is facing multiple felony charges after a police officer was shot and wounded Wednesday during a violent altercation near Overbrook High School, authorities announced late Wednesday night. Dachan Seay, 30, has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault, assault of a law enforcement officer, several firearms violations, and related offenses, according to the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. Prosecutors are seeking $5 million bail and have requested Seay be detained. The incident began in the afternoon when 19th District officers responded to a large physical fight near the high school in the city’s Overbrook section.

Student charged after school resource officer assaulted during North Stafford High fight

Breaking Local News ReportMay 7, 20250

A student at North Stafford High School is facing criminal charges after assaulting a school resource officer (SRO) during a fight on campus Monday afternoon, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office announced. At approximately 2:00 p.m., the deputy assigned to the school was monitoring dismissal when a large altercation broke out among students. As the officer and school staff attempted to break up the fight, both the deputy and a staff member were assaulted during the intervention. According to the Sheriff’s Office, no injuries were reported in the incident. The involved parties were eventually separated, and the situation was brought under

Suspect nabbed after firing shots in hate-fueled D.C. fight

Local News ReportMay 6, 20250

A confrontation that began with a heated argument on a Northeast D.C. street ended with shots fired and a damaged vehicle—and weeks later, police have taken a suspect into custody. The shooting took place on Saturday, April 19, around 6:43 p.m., after a dispute between two men escalated into violence near 57th Place. One of the men, now identified as the suspect, reportedly made derogatory remarks during the confrontation, which quickly turned physical. During the fight, the suspect pulled a firearm and opened fire. A second individual also shot at the victim. No injuries were reported, though the victim’s vehicle

Schumer pledges fight against U.S. citizenship requirement for elections

Breaking Local News ReportApril 30, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Tuesday that the SAVE Act, a bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections, will not advance in the Senate, declaring the legislation “dead on arrival” and comparing it to discriminatory Jim Crow-era laws. “The SAVE Act is DOA,” Schumer said during a floor speech. “Let me be clear: I will not let the SAVE Act become law. Every Senate Democrat, every single one of us, is united against it. They need 60 votes.” Key Points The SAVE Act, introduced in the House by Republicans and supported by former

Feds shift tactics to fight New York City’s congestion tax

Breaking Local News ReportApril 28, 20250

NEW YORK, N.Y. — Federal prosecutors warned the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) of serious litigation risks in defending its decision to terminate New York City’s Central Business District Tolling Program (CBDTP), suggesting a more defensible route through Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations. In a letter dated April 11, 2025, Assistant U.S. Attorneys Dominika Tarczynska, David Farber, and Christine Poscablo advised Senior Trial Attorney Erin Hendrixson that the rationale outlined by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is unlikely to survive judicial scrutiny. They instead proposed using OMB procedures to terminate the program based on changed agency priorities. Key Points

Virginia man knifed in street fight — attacker flees scene

Breaking Local News ReportApril 26, 20250

MANASSAS, VA. — Police are searching for a 33-year-old man accused of stabbing another man during an argument Thursday afternoon in Manassas, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Adrian Basilio Espinoza is wanted on a charge of malicious wounding after officers responded to the 7300 block of Miramar Drive around 1:36 p.m. for a reported stabbing. Authorities said the altercation between Espinoza and the 35-year-old male victim escalated into violence when Espinoza allegedly pulled out a knife and attacked the man. Key Points: Argument turns violent in residential neighborhood According to investigators, the incident began as a verbal

Teen charged after man dies from head injury in West Baltimore fight

Local News ReportApril 16, 20250

BALTIMORE, MD — A 17-year-old has been charged with involuntary manslaughter following the death of a man who sustained a fatal head injury during a March altercation on Edmondson Avenue, authorities confirmed. Key Points Altercation leads to deadly injury in Western District Investigators say the incident began as a physical fight between the 17-year-old and 32-year-old Darrius Bunch. During the confrontation, Bunch was knocked to the ground and struck his head, causing a life-threatening injury. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he remained under medical care until his death on April 10. Juvenile suspect charged, placed on monitoring

New Jersey joins fight to stop DOGE from investigating Social Security

Breaking Local News ReportApril 15, 20250

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin joined a coalition of 20 states on Monday in filing an amicus brief urging a federal court to block alleged illegal staffing cuts and office closures at the Social Security Administration under the Trump Administration. The brief was filed in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in support of plaintiffs in American Association of People with Disabilities v. Dudek. The plaintiffs are seeking an injunction to stop measures that have disrupted access to Social Security benefits for millions across the country. “New Jerseyans deserve better than

Man dead after fight in Parking Lot Near Citizens Bank Ballpark in Philadelphia

Breaking Local News ReportApril 3, 20250

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A 49-year-old man died Wednesday morning following a reported physical altercation in a South Philadelphia parking lot, according to police. Key Points: Officers from the 3rd District responded around 8:23 a.m. to the parking lot at 900 Packer Avenue after receiving a call about a fight in progress. When they arrived, they found the man unresponsive at the scene. Medics transported the victim to Jefferson Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 9:15 a.m., authorities said. The scene remained active into the morning hours as investigators worked to gather evidence. As of Wednesday afternoon, police had not

Petty Lawfare: Monmouth County clerk candidate vows legal fight after election petition rejection

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 28, 20250

Danielle Bellomo blasted county Republicans after her campaign was blocked from the ballot, setting the stage for a legal and political showdown. FREEHOLD, NJ — Danielle Bellomo, a Republican challenger for Monmouth County Clerk, is pushing back after county officials denied her nominating petition and those of her running mates, accusing party leaders of suppressing voter choice in the upcoming June 10 GOP primary. In a statement released following the decision, Bellomo criticized the Monmouth County Republican Organization (MCRO) and county incumbents, calling the petition challenge an act of “petty lawfare” intended to maintain political control and taxpayer-funded benefits. “The

Fight breaks out at Cherry Hill Mall, two injured in juvenile altercation

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 24, 20250

CHERRY HILL, NJ — A physical altercation between two groups at the Cherry Hill Mall on Sunday resulted in minor injuries to two individuals and an ongoing police investigation, authorities said. Key Points According to the Cherry Hill Police Department, officers responded to the mall following reports of a fight. Two people suffered minor lacerations and were taken to a local hospital for treatment. Police said the incident primarily involved juveniles, none of whom are residents of Cherry Hill. Detectives are currently interviewing persons of interest connected to the altercation. The department has asked anyone with information about the incident

Fight leads to two injured in Wilkes-Barre after being struck by fleeing vehicle

Local News ReportMarch 19, 20250

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. – Two men were hospitalized Monday night after being struck by a vehicle during a confrontation on Barney Street, Wilkes-Barre police said. Officers responded to the 100 block of Barney Street at approximately 7:59 p.m. for reports of a fight in progress. Upon arrival, police found two victims, a 17-year-old and a 20-year-old, both of Wilkes-Barre, who said they had been hit by a car. According to the victims, the incident began when a white Ford sedan illegally passed their vehicle on Barney Street. The victims later exited their car and confronted the occupants of the Ford, leading

Jackson Township Council Supports School Board Fight Against Cuts in State Funding, Delivers Supplies to Elementary School

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 16, 20250

JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Board of Education recently announced it would sue the state, alleging that the funding formula has been applied unfairly to the district. The council expressed its full support for the board’s legal action. The Jackson Township Council has announced it will fully support the school board’s recent decision to sue the state of New Jersey over years of unfair funding cuts and pleas for help that have fallen on deaf ears in Trenton. “For the past eight years, reductions in state funding have disproportionately impacted Jackson,” the resolution states. The council argues that these cuts

Congressman who vowed to fight Trump agenda dies after President’s join session speech in Congress

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 5, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Sylvester Turner, a longtime Texas politician and former mayor of Houston, died peacefully on March 5, 2025, at the age of 70, his office announced. Turner, who represented Texas’ 18th Congressional District, had attended the president’s joint session speech in Congress shortly before his passing. His career in public service spanned decades, from serving in the Texas House of Representatives for 27 years to leading Houston as its 62nd mayor for two terms. Turner was first elected to Congress in 2024, where he served on the House Homeland Security and Science, Space, and Technology Committees. His

Food fight turns felony: Woman, crew rob Philly store after dispute

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 3, 20250

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery that took place at a convenience store on the 300 block of Ruscomb Street on the afternoon of February 20, 2025. According to the complainant, a female customer refused to pay for a food order and walked out of the store around 3:00 p.m. When the store employee ran outside and took the order back, the woman returned with several men from the neighborhood. One of the men began physically assaulting the employee, while the female suspect also joined in the altercation. During the fight, another male suspect went behind the

She’s Back: Kamala Harris Fight Fund Asking for Money After Trump-Zelenskyy Rift

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 1, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A billion dollars down the drain was not enough for the Kamala Harris Fight Fund. Now, it’s asking donors to once again open their wallets to continue the fight against President Donald J. Trump. The Harris Fight Fund, a political fundraising arm supporting Vice President Kamala Harris, is using former President Donald Trump’s recent Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as a rallying point to urge donations to Democratic congressional candidates. In a fundraising email, the group described the meeting—where Trump and Senator JD Vance reportedly pressed Zelensky on U.S. aid to Ukraine—as a “disgrace”

Phil Murphy Allocates $1 Million to Allow AG to Fight President Trump’s Agenda in Court

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 27, 20250

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has proposed a $58 billion state budget that includes a notable $1 million allocation to bolster the Attorney General’s Office in its legal battles against President Donald Trump’s administration. The funding, unveiled as part of Murphy’s final budget plan before leaving office next year, aims to hire additional legal staff to counter federal policies the governor deems detrimental to New Jersey residents. The initiative, dubbed the “Project for Federal Accountability” by some observers, reflects Murphy’s ongoing strategy to resist Trump’s agenda, a stance that has defined much of his tenure since taking

Phil Murphy Promises to Defend His Unpopular Stances in Fight Against Trump

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 27, 20250

Trenton, NJ – – In a combative and impassioned budget address delivered Tuesday, February 25, Governor Phil Murphy pledged to stand firm against the incoming Trump administration, promising to defend New Jersey’s most vulnerable residents and fight for progressive values “to the death.” While extending an olive branch for cooperation, Murphy made it clear he would not shy away from confrontation if federal policies threaten the rights and freedoms of his constituents. Addressing a joint session of the state Legislature, Murphy outlined his dual-track approach to dealing with President Donald Trump’s second term, set to begin in January 2025. “Now,

New Jersey star wrestler disqualified after leaving bench for father’s fight in stands at Collingswood tournament

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 25, 20250

COLLINGSWOOD, N.J. — A top New Jersey high school wrestler has been disqualified from the state tournament following an altercation at a district competition that involved his father brawling in the stands, officials announced. The student-athlete, who competed in the 126-pound weight class for Saint John Vianney High School, was removed from the NJSIAA wrestling state tournament after an investigation determined he violated the association’s sportsmanship policy and disqualification rule. Officials said he left the bench area during the altercation at the district tournament held at Collingswood High School on Feb. 22. “I did not make this decision lightly,” an

Fight at Jersey Farms ends with one injured after being struck by vehicle

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 23, 20250

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A dispute among four individuals at Jersey Farms on Lanes Mill Road escalated into a physical fight Saturday afternoon, ending with one person hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle, police said. The altercation began as a verbal argument in the parking lot around 1:30 p.m. before turning physical. As three individuals attempted to leave, the fourth pursued them, fell, and was hit by a vehicle. Emergency responders transported the injured individual to the hospital for treatment. Their condition has not been released. The Brick Township Police Department is investigating the incident and is asking witnesses

Murder in Queens as Man Stabbed to Death During Knife Fight

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 23, 20250

FAR ROCKAWAY, QUEENS — A 33-year-old man was fatally stabbed during a fight in Queens on Saturday evening, police said. Officers responded to a 911 call about a fight in progress at approximately 6:49 p.m. near 340 Beach 13th Street in the 101st Precinct. Upon arrival, they were informed that two men had been fighting with a knife but had fled before police arrived. A hospital canvass led officers to St. John’s Hospital, where they discovered the victim with multiple stab wounds to his chest. He was later pronounced dead. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Trump vows ‘horrible commercials’ to fight fentanyl crisis, pushes death penalty for drug dealers

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 21, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration would launch graphic anti-drug advertisements to combat fentanyl abuse, while also advocating for the death penalty for drug dealers. The comments came as he was addressing a meeting of governors at the White House, during them to even use the death penalty for drug dealers. “I think you should really put out strong ads too,” Trump said, adding that his administration would release “horrible commercials” discouraging drug use. Trump also encouraged states to impose the death penalty for drug-related crimes. “Your states have the right to do death penalty

New Jersey Leaders Preparing for Fight To Stop ICE From Arresting and Detaining Criminal Illegal Aliens

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 20, 20250

NEWARK, NJ – New Jersey’s Democrat lawmakers are upset over a plan to expand the state’s illegal alien detention facility expansion in Newark. The facility, deemed necessary by the Department of Homeland Security during its nationwide sweep of criminal illegal aliens is being opposed by the party’s far-left contingent in New Jersey, who want to preserve New Jersey’s status as a sanctuary state. A coalition of New Jersey lawmakers is challenging reported efforts to expand private immigration detention centers in the state, raising concerns about the potential impact on immigrant communities. Representatives LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), Rob Menendez (NJ-08), and Bonnie

Murphy-aligned social justice group secures $2.5M in federal grants to fight for reparations

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 9, 20250

NEWARK, N.J. — The New Jersey Institute for Social Justice has received more than $2.5 million in federal grants to support its racial and social justice advocacy efforts aimed at empowering communities of color. The organization focuses on closing the racial wealth gap, reforming the criminal justice system, and expanding voting rights across the state. Its initiatives seek to address disparities in housing, employment, and incarceration while advocating for policies that promote economic and democratic equity. With an emphasis on evidence-based policy and advocacy, the institute works to “repair the harm of structural racism” through legislative efforts and community engagement.

Fight to the Death: New Jersey attorney general seeks court order to stop Trump wasteful funding freezes

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 8, 20250

TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with 22 other state attorneys general, has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction to prevent the Trump administration from withholding nearly $3 trillion in federal assistance funding, officials announced Friday. The motion, filed in New York v. Trump, seeks to extend a temporary restraining order issued on January 30 that barred the administration from pausing funding. Despite the ruling, states argue that critical funds for education, healthcare, infrastructure, and law enforcement remain frozen. “The lawsuit filed by New Jersey and other states yielded a swift ruling from the