NYPD cop busted for drunk driving in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY – An off-duty New York City police officer was arrested Wednesday afternoon after being caught driving under the influence in Bay Ridge, authorities said. Elias Fernandez, 27, was taken into…
Vandalia lottery sale leads to $500K payday for Xenia man
Xenia, OH – A Xenia resident has claimed the $500,000 top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s $500,000 Cashword scratch-off game, turning a $10 ticket into a six-figure windfall. The winning ticket was…
Disabled cars, fires and crashes jam Jersey roads for Friday getaway grind
Newark, NJ – Friday afternoon commuters are facing a punishing start to the weekend across New Jersey, with multiple crashes, breakdowns, and long delays choking major highways and bridges. A disabled vehicle…
Hillary Clinton says she’d back Trump for Nobel Peace Prize if he ends Ukraine war
WASHINGTON, DC – In a rare show of political crossfire unity, former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said she would nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he could…
Three MS-13 members arrested in Nassau County for attempted murder and gang violence
Mineola, NY – Three violent MS-13 gang members are in Nassau County police custody after a coordinated operation on Thursday led to arrests on charges including attempted murder, gang assault, and weapons…
Bayside man high on DMT gets 8 years for wrong-way crash rampage on Queens expressway
Queens, NY – A Bayside man who drove the wrong way on the Clearview Expressway during rush hour has been sentenced to eight years in prison after smashing into cars and injuring…
New Jersey mom with deafblindness denied school bus access fights for safe ride for her kids
MIDDLETOWN, NJ – A mother living with deafblindness is locked in a years-long battle to secure school transportation for her children after being denied bussing due to district policy, she says. Carolyn…
Wawa stop for coffee turns into $50K payday for Dundalk woman
Baltimore, MD – A routine stop for coffee led to a $50,000 Powerball win for a Dundalk woman who rarely plays the Lottery but was enticed by the sight of a growing…
Long Bronch is the new summer buzzword Long Branch didn’t ask for
Long Branch, NJ – A trendy mispronunciation of this Jersey Shore city’s name — “Long Bronch” — is making the rounds on beaches, in restaurants, and across social media, sparking a mix…
Jack Ciattarelli to appear on Fox News for interview with Lara Trump
Somerville, NJ – Former New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is set to appear in a televised interview with Lara Trump this Saturday at 9 p.m. on My View with Lara Trump…
Jackson Township High School Cheerleaders Seek Local Business Support for Urgent Uniform Need
Jackson Township High School’s Spirit Cheer Team is in urgent need of matching uniforms—and time is running short. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the team’s previous uniforms can no longer be used, and…
Marcos Antonia Rivera-Rodriguez booked in Ocean County for credit card theft
Toms River, NJ – A man was booked into Ocean County Jail on Wednesday after being taken into custody in connection with a broad theft and credit card fraud case, officials confirmed.…
200,000 in New Jersey without clean water for days as local congresswoman lands in Israel
Paterson, NJ — A burst 30-inch water main in Paterson has left nearly 200,000 residents across multiple municipalities grappling with low water pressure and service disruptions, prompting GOP congressional candidate Billy Prempeh…
Mamdani and Sherrill team up for mutual endorsements in 2025 elections
New York, NY — Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani and New Jersey gubernatorial hopeful Rep. Mikie Sherrill publicly declared mutual support for each other’s campaigns, signaling an unusual political alliance amid sharp…
Lucky stop in Glastonbury pays off big for Cromwell player
Cromwell, CT – A Connecticut woman landed a $50,000 payday after purchasing a winning 5X The Money 19th Edition scratch-off ticket at a local convenience store in Glastonbury. Andrea B of Cromwell…
Debt relief and vacation ahead for $50K lottery winner
Delaware, OH – A $50 scratch-off ticket turned into a $50,000 prize for one lucky Ohio player who recently hit big on the Billion instant game. John purchased the winning ticket at…
Juvenile arrested in Camden for stealing Evesham man’s Cadillac
Evesham, NJ – A teenager has been arrested in connection with the theft of a black Cadillac CT4 from an Evesham home last month, police announced Wednesday. The vehicle was reported stolen…
New Rochelle man gets 13 years for sexually assaulting teen boys
White Plains, NY – A 53-year-old New Rochelle man has been sentenced to 13 years in state prison for sexually assaulting three teenage boys between the ages of 14 and 15, Westchester…
Laurel winner puts travel plans on hold for six-figure lottery jackpot
BALTIMORE, MD — A Laurel resident’s travel plans were put on hold after a $10 Maryland Lottery Grand Progressive FAST PLAY ticket turned into a $184,769 jackpot win. The lucky player purchased…
Off-duty FDNY firefighter busted for lewdness and DWI in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY – An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested Wednesday morning in Greenpoint after allegedly engaging in lewd behavior and driving while intoxicated, according to police. Edgar Bravo, 36, was…
Legal troubles mount for Bill Spadea, as victim pushes forward with defamation lawsuit
TRENTON, NJ – Former New Jersey 101.5 early morning radio host Bill Spadea is facing mounting legal problems after a man he defamed on his radio show moves closer to having his…