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Man slashes ex’s new boyfriend, returns hours later to open fire on home in Utica rampage

Breaking Local News ReportApril 29, 20250

UTICA, NY — A 31-year-old man was arrested early Saturday after allegedly stabbing his ex-wife’s boyfriend in the face, then returning hours later to open fire on the same residence in a violent overnight domestic outburst, Utica Police said. Police and fire crews initially responded around 12:30 a.m. to a home on the 1400 block of Sunset Avenue for a reported stabbing. Witnesses told officers that Paris Smith, the ex-husband of the resident, had shown up and gotten into an argument with her current boyfriend before pulling a knife and inflicting a severe facial laceration. Smith fled the scene before

ICE bill dies in Annapolis standoff: Maryland Values Act fails in final hours

Breaking Local News ReportApril 18, 20250

ANNAPOLIS, MD — A proposal to end Maryland’s cooperation with federal immigration authorities under the 287(g) program failed in the final hours of the legislative session, after lawmakers in the House and Senate could not agree on final bill language. The measure, known as the “Maryland Values Act,” sought to prohibit local jurisdictions from working with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including ending the 287(g) program agreements in place across several counties. The program allows local law enforcement to assist ICE in identifying and detaining undocumented immigrants. State Senator William C. Smith Jr. (D-Montgomery), a leading advocate of the

Road rage, one dead, two hurt in separate Philly shootings hours apart

Breaking Local News ReportApril 17, 20250

PHILADELPHIA, PA — One man is dead, another is injured, and a third remains hospitalized after two separate shootings — including a road rage incident — unfolded on Philadelphia streets Thursday morning and afternoon. The first incident occurred around 10:23 a.m., when a dispute over a lane change escalated into gunfire. A driver allegedly pulled a black handgun and fired toward another vehicle carrying a man, his girlfriend, and two children. No injuries were reported in the shooting, but the suspect fled the scene and struck a pedestrian at Tulip and Huntington Streets. The pedestrian was taken to Temple Hospital

Violent night in Philly as Woman stabbed, man shot hours apart

Breaking Local News ReportApril 12, 20250

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A string of overnight violence rattled Philadelphia early Saturday as police investigated two unrelated incidents: a stabbing in the 15th District and a shooting in the 25th District that left one man seriously injured. Key Points Stabbing in 15th District At approximately 7:16 a.m., an adult female was stabbed on the 1800 block of Kinsey Street, according to police. Emergency medics from the Philadelphia Fire Department transported her to a nearby hospital. Authorities have not released her condition. The scene was secured by responding officers, and the case has been handed over to the Northwest Detective Division.

Spartacus Redux: Cory Booker Finds New Way to Speak for Hours About Nothing with Nobody Listening

Breaking Local News ReportApril 1, 20250

In a dazzling display of self-importance masquerading as principle, Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) commandeered the Senate floor last night for an all-night monologue that left aides exhausted, C-SPAN viewers baffled, and the chamber’s janitorial staff praying for overtime pay. Launching his verbal marathon at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, Booker vowed to speak “as long as I am physically able” to protest the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s latest schemes—because nothing says “crisis response” like a one-man filibuster-not-filibuster to an empty room. Booker, armed with a binder thicker than a Newark phonebook and a seemingly bottomless well of sanctimonious energy,

Gunfire erupts in Northwest DC, suspect arrested hours later

Local News ReportMarch 18, 20250

WASHINGTON, DC – A man has been arrested in connection with a Saturday afternoon shooting in Northwest Washington that left one person injured. At approximately 2:04 p.m. on March 15, officers responded to the 1200 block of Madison Street and found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was conscious and transported to a hospital for treatment. The following day, detectives identified and arrested 26-year-old Kavon Phillips of Northwest, charging him with multiple offenses, including assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of an unregistered firearm, and possession of a controlled substance. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

Newark Mayor Honors International Women’s Day Hours After Tragic Police Shooting in Newark

Breaking Local News ReportMarch 9, 20250

Newark, NJ – March 8, 2025 – Mayor Ras Baraka spent International Women’s Day engaging with women across Newark, just hours after a devastating shooting left one Newark police officer dead and another in critical condition. The stark contrast between the somber morning and the day’s planned celebrations highlights the complex challenges urban leaders face in balancing community support with responses to public safety crises. “Today on International Women’s 2025, we marched with power and purpose. The voices were loud, the demands were clear. Freedom. Justice. Dignity for all. When we move together, change follows,” the mayor said. Early Morning

Violent carjacking and robbery spree across D.C. brought to an end within hours

Local News ReportFebruary 5, 20250

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A rideshare driver’s routine shift took a dangerous turn early Sunday morning when an armed suspect carjacked his vehicle in Northeast Washington, D.C., setting off a crime spree that ended with a swift arrest. The incident began around 2:46 a.m. in the 300 block of 15th Street, Northeast, where the driver was parked waiting for a passenger. A suspect approached, displayed a firearm, and demanded the driver’s car keys and personal belongings. The victim complied, and the suspect fled in the stolen vehicle. Less than an hour later, at approximately 3:33 a.m., the same suspect used the

New Jersey now requires 50 hours of supervised driving for young drivers to get license

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 4, 20250

TRENTON, N.J. — Beginning February 1, 2025, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) will require all permit holders under the age of 21 to complete at least 50 hours of supervised practice driving before obtaining a probationary driver’s license. The new requirement applies to individuals issued a special learner’s permit or examination permit on or after February 1, 2025. Of the 50 required hours, at least 10 must take place during nighttime hours. Permit holders must certify completion of the practice driving before they can take a road test and receive their probationary license. No such requirement is made

Jackson fire crews battle structure fire for hours in non-hydrant area

Breaking Local News ReportFebruary 2, 20250

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Firefighters from all four Jackson Fire Companies responded to a structure fire Saturday afternoon, operating for nearly four hours before returning to their stations. The fire broke out in Station 56’s first due area around 4:45 p.m., prompting Assistant Chief 5610 to request a second alarm upon arrival. The Millstone Township Fire Department and other mutual aid partners were called to assist, while additional units covered Jackson’s firehouses. Due to the fire’s location in a non-hydrant area, all of the township’s tanker trucks were deployed to supply water. Firefighters worked to contain and extinguish the flames

Hours After Trump Tariff Threat, Columbian President Offers Plane to Deported Criminals

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 26, 20250

Hours after U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced strict sanctions on Columbia, Columbian President Gustavo Petro has ordered his presidential aircraft to repatriate Columbian nationals deported from the United States. This comes after Petro’s government refused two U.S. Airforce planes entry. President Gustavo Petro, the Colombian government has allocated the presidential aircraft to facilitate the dignified return of nationals arriving on deportation flights. The first group of returnees was scheduled to arrive in the country this morning. This measure reflects the government’s commitment to safeguarding the rights of its citizens, emphasizing that Colombians will not be exiled from their homeland.

Biden issues controversial pardons for Fauci, Milley, and Jan. 6 committee members in final hours

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 20, 20250

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden granted sweeping pardons on Monday to Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired Gen. Mark Milley, and members of the House committee that investigated the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, invoking his constitutional authority in an unprecedented act as he prepared to leave office. The move was announced with only hours remaining in Biden’s presidency and comes amid concerns of political retaliation by the incoming administration of former President Donald Trump. Trump, who has openly discussed targeting political opponents and those who investigated him, has signaled plans to pursue an aggressive agenda, including nominating officials who back his unproven

Trump saves TikTok hours after shutdown, extending temporary lifeline to app

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 19, 20250

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced on Sunday an executive order to prevent the shutdown of TikTok, just hours before the popular social media platform was set to go offline in the United States. The move comes as part of a broader plan to negotiate a joint venture that could see the U.S. government take a 50% ownership stake in the app. The executive order, which Trump said would be issued Monday, will delay the enforcement of the prohibitions that were set to take effect under prior federal regulations. “I’m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark,” Trump said,

Joe Biden’s Final 24 Hours as President: America Eagerly Awaits Trump Inauguration – A Reflection

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 19, 20250

As the sun sets on Joe Biden’s presidency, the nation looks back on four tumultuous years marked by significant controversies, policy failures, and economic struggles. With Donald Trump set to be inaugurated in just 24 hours, the Biden administration’s record is under intense scrutiny for what many critics argue has been a period of national decline. One of the most palpable impacts of Biden’s term has been the surge in inflation. Under his watch, cumulative overall prices have risen by 17%, with food prices escalating by 20%, energy by 32%, and rent by 19% since January 2021. Critics argue that

Two people found dead hours apart in Rockville, police investigating

Local News ReportJanuary 18, 20250

ROCKVILLE, MD — Montgomery County police are investigating two separate deaths that occurred just hours apart Friday morning in Rockville, with one body found at a hotel and the other inside a vehicle nearby. The first discovery was made around 7:40 a.m. in the parking lot of the Sleep Inn Hotel on Research Court. Officers with the Rockville City Police Department responded to reports of a deceased individual in the lot. It remains unclear whether the person was a guest at the hotel. Later that morning, police discovered another deceased person inside a BMW located in the middle of Shady

FBI Spokeswoman: This is Not A Terrorist Event; Initial Claim Backtracked by Agency Hours Later

Breaking Local News ReportJanuary 1, 20250

NEW ORLEANS, LA — In the aftermath of a deadly attack on New Year’s Day that left at least 10 dead and dozens injured on Bourbon Street, the FBI is facing mounting criticism for its initial misclassification of the incident as “not a terrorist event,” despite significant evidence to the contrary. The attack unfolded early on New Years Day, when a truck was driven into a crowded area, followed by reports of gunfire and the discovery of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) at the scene. Despite these alarming details, Alethea Duncan, assistant special agent in charge for the FBI’s New Orleans

Governor Touts NYC Subway Safety Hours After Illegal Migrant Burned Woman to Death on F Train

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 22, 20240

NEW YORK CITY — Hours after Governor Kathy Hochul touted efforts to improve safety on New York City’s subway system, a tragic and horrifying attack on an F train left a woman dead in Brooklyn, casting a shadow over the governor’s claims. Police say an unidentified female victim was set on fire while sleeping aboard a stationary F train at the Stillwell Avenue Subway station early Sunday morning. The alleged attacker, described as a man between 25 and 30 years old, fled the scene after committing what NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban called “one of the most depraved crimes one person

Middletown school district misses federal academic targets for math and English tests

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 22, 20240

MIDDLETOWN, N.J. — The Middletown School District fell short of federal proficiency targets on statewide math and English assessments, according to newly released data from the New Jersey Department of Education. In mathematics, only 52.2% of district students met or exceeded state expectations, well below the annual federal target of 57.7%. The district’s English language arts results showed slightly better performance, with 59% meeting or exceeding expectations, but this also failed to reach the target of 62.5%. The federal accountability system measures proficiency rates based on participation and performance, requiring districts to meet annual targets aligned with the state’s long-term

Man crashes car into dealership hours after purchase in dispute over return “all sales final” deal

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 10, 20240

SANDY, Utah — A man was arrested after driving his recently purchased vehicle through the front of a Mazda dealership Monday, following a dispute over his attempt to return the car, police said. The incident occurred after the man, whose identity has not been released, was informed by the Sandy dealership that the car had been sold “as-is” and was not eligible for return. NEW: Utah man drives his car through the front of a Mazda dealership just hours after purchasing the car from the same dealership. The incident happened in Sandy, Utah, after the man was told he couldn’t

What’s Going on in Middletown? Union Leader, Teacher Under Fire for Allegedly Working 2.5 Hours Every Day

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 6, 20240

MIDDLETOWN, NJ— Imagine having a job where you can work two and a half hours every day. You would have to be the president of a powerful public union, but for one Middletown teacher, it’s a dream job, and he doesn’t have to imagine. Middletown school teacher Michael Mason leaves school every day at around 10:30 a.m. Some parents within the district who have asked Shore News Network to investigate said they are told it is part of his deal with the school district and the NJEA. We couldn’t confirm that. In fact, the district would not even respond to

Philadelphia prisons rocked by third stabbing in 24 hours

Breaking Local News ReportDecember 1, 20240

PHILADELPHIA — A surge of violence in Philadelphia’s prison system continued Saturday as a man was stabbed and rushed to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. Authorities said no weapon was recovered, and the scene was not held. An arrest has been made, though police have not released further details about the suspect or the motive. This incident marks the third stabbing in the city’s correctional facilities within a 24-hour span. On Friday night, two inmates, ages 30 and 31, were attacked at the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility (CFCF). Both men sustained stab wounds to the back

Connecticut mother charged after leaving four children in squalid apartment for hours

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 22, 20240

VERNON, Conn. — A 40-year-old mother has been arrested after police found her four children living in appalling conditions inside a Vernon apartment, which officers described as filled with trash, human and animal feces, and rotting food. According to an arrest report filed on November 8, Lindsey Powell allegedly left her children, ages 11, 6, 4, and 3, alone for at least eight hours while she traveled to upstate New York. Authorities were alerted to the situation after a welfare check was requested at the apartment. Upon entering, Vernon Police Officer Gregory Webster reported being overwhelmed by a “burning stench”

Man fatally shot in parked van outside apartment complex in early morning hours

Breaking Local News ReportNovember 22, 20240

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A 44-year-old man was killed in a shooting early Saturday morning while seated in a van parked outside an apartment complex on the 2900 block of Dana Drive, authorities reported. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 1:43 a.m. on November 16, 2024, following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, medics pronounced the victim, identified as Robert “Roderick” Smith, dead at the scene. Witnesses provided conflicting accounts of the suspect’s actions following the shooting, with some reporting that the individual fled on foot while others claimed the suspect left in a white car traveling eastbound on Dana Drive

Woman killed in DC shooting; police arrest suspect within hours

Local News ReportNovember 9, 20240

WASHINGTON, DC — A 62-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman in Southeast Washington, DC, marking a swift development in the city’s latest homicide investigation. Seventh District officers responded to reports of a shooting around 3:31 p.m. on the 700 block of Atlantic Street SE. When officers arrived, they found an adult female suffering from a gunshot wound. DC Fire and EMS transported the victim to a nearby hospital, but despite life-saving efforts, she was pronounced dead shortly after. The victim has been identified as Olivia Graves, 24, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, according

Many Kamala Fans Upset After Waiting 12 Hours to See Beyonce Perform, Instead, She Did This

Breaking Local News ReportOctober 26, 20240

Kamala Harris supporters in Houston were buzzing with excitement on Friday night, waiting over 12 hours to see Beyoncé perform at a rally for the presidential hopeful. With Harris’s campaign frequently using Bey’s hit song “Freedom” in rallies and ads, the anticipation was high for the superstar to deliver a live performance. But, instead of hitting those powerhouse notes, Beyoncé delivered a heartfelt speech endorsing Harris. Flanked by Destiny’s Child member Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé stood center stage in a sleek, black tailored suit and addressed the crowd with a simple, “I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as