SWAT teams to descend on Kearny neighborhood but officials say it’s only a drill
Kearny, NJ – Residents near Oakwood Avenue could be forgiven for thinking something serious was unfolding as armored vehicles and tactical gear-clad officers appeared on their quiet streets—but the dramatic police presence…
Russian Officials Say U.S. Ukraine Aid Bill Pushes Defeat Until After November Elections
In a recent statement, Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, commented on the latest U.S. financial aid package to Ukraine. According to Zakharova, the U.S. administration is no longer…
Meadowlands Casino Proposal Pushes Atlantic City Officials into Panic Mode
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Atlantic City officials and casino owners, still reeling from COVID-19 revenue drops, are scrambling after a proposal to build a casino at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford have…
Jackson Officials Explain Budget Misinformation Spread on Facebook
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—If you’re getting your news from unverified and secretive Facebook pages, you might think Jackson Township is only budgeting $200,000 for road improvements and paving projects in 2024. Today, the…
County Officials Confirm Department of Justice Data Breach Warnings Affecting Residents
Ocean County Residents Notified of Data Breach Involvement TOMS RIVER, NJ — At least 17 residents of Ocean County have been informed by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that their personal…
US bars four former Malawi officials over corruption, State Department says
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States has barred four former officials of the Malawi government from entry because of their involvement in significant corruption, the State Department said on Wednesday. The officials designated…
‘New York City Cannot Handle This’: NYC Officials Demand White House, Governor Do More To Help City’s Migrant Crisis
New York City officials are continuing their demands that the Biden administration and Gov. Kathy Hochul do more to help with the city’s migrant crisis. A New York City committee hearing, officially…
US, China officials discuss Middle East, Taiwan, South China Sea
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The top U.S. diplomat for East Asia discussed Middle East developments, the South China Sea and Taiwan issues with Chinese counterparts in Beijing, the State Department said on Monday,…
US shoots down Iranian drone aircraft bound for Israel-US officials
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. military has shot down Iranian drone aircraft headed toward Israel on Saturday, three U.S. officials said, without disclosing how many drones were shot down or the precise…
US imposes entry ban on ex-Surinamese president, former military officials
(Reuters) – The United States on Friday announced an entry ban on former Surinamese President Desi Bouterse and six former military officials, citing alleged involvement in the extrajudicial killings of political opponents in…
‘That’s Not True’: Former Obama Official’s Attempt To Blame Businesses For Inflation Swatted Down
Fox Business anchor Cheryl Casone pushed back Thursday on former Obama administration official Marie Harf’s attempt to blame companies for inflation. The Producer Price Index (PPI) rose by 2.1% year-over-year in March,…
Fed officials in no rush to cut rates as inflation worries rise
By Michael S. Derby and Howard Schneider NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The ranks of Federal Reserve officials saying there is no rush to cut interest rates continue to grow, with still-too-hot-for-comfort U.S. inflation…
Israel would let 150,000 Gazans return north in potential truce, officials say
By James Mackenzie JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Israel has agreed in Gaza war ceasefire talks in Egypt to concessions about the return of Palestinians to the north of the enclave, but believes Islamist…
‘Upside’ inflation risks keep Fed officials wary of turn to rate cuts
By Michael S. Derby NEW YORK (Reuters) – Another two Federal Reserve officials on Friday added their voices to the wave of U.S. central bankers downplaying any urgency to cutting rates amid…
Senator Henry Discusses School Funding Concerns with Old Bridge Officials
OLD BRIDGE, NJ – In a pivotal meeting with Old Bridge school officials, Senator Owen Henry (R-12) addressed the looming challenges posed by Governor Murphy’s proposed school funding cuts. The discussion aimed…
New Jersey Seeks Law to Force Public Officials to Undergo Ethics Training
New Jersey Bill Mandates Ethics Training for Local Government Officers TRENTON, NJ — Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis of District 21 has pre-filed Assembly Bill No. 325 for the 221st Legislative session, aiming to…
Officials Give Update on Key Bridge Collapse Investigation
BALTIMORE – In the wake of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, the Unified Command is steadfastly coordinating response operations, emphasizing public safety and environmental protection. With the continuation of operations on…
Russia may have used new guided bomb to attack Ukraine’s Kharkiv, local officials say
By Vitalii Hnidyi and Yuliia Dysa KHARKIV, Ukraine (Reuters) -Russia may have used a new type of guided bomb in airstrikes on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv that killed at least…
Fire At Manhattan Hi-Rise Caused by Welding Accident According to City Officials
NEW YORK, NY – A fire erupted Wednesday morning on the roof of a 72-story luxury residential skyscraper under construction at 125 Greenwich Street in Lower Manhattan, sending smoke billowing into the…
Curb Yourself: Officials Announce New Poop and Carry Policy for Mountain Climbers
KATHMANDU, NP — As climbers gear up for the upcoming Everest expedition season, a significant change in protocol awaits them. Authorities have introduced a new mandate requiring climbers to remove their faeces…
DOJ Creates New Center To Help Local Officials Apply ‘Red Flag’ Laws Against Certain Gun Owners
DOJ Creates New Center To Help Local Officials Apply ‘Red Flag’ Laws Against Certain Gun Owners Arjun Singh on March 23, 2024 The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Saturday the…
Ocean County Officials Protest Murphy and Dems Latest Gas Tax Hike
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners is taking a stand against proposed increases in state gas tax, tolls, and transit fares, voicing concerns over the financial strain on…
Pakistan port attack kills two soldiers, eight militants, say officials
By Saleem Ahmed QUETTA, Pakistan (Reuters) – Pakistani security forces on Wednesday repulsed a gun and bomb attack by militants on a complex outside the strategic port of Gwadar, which killed all…
India finds rogue officials involved in US murder plot, Bloomberg reports
NEW DELHI (Reuters) – An Indian investigation has found that rogue officials, not authorised by the government, were involved in a foiled plot to kill a Sikh separatist leader in the United…
‘We Refuse To Be Bullied’: Rural Officials Throw Wrench In China-Tied Company’s Plans To Build Battery Plant
‘We Refuse To Be Bullied’: Rural Officials Throw Wrench In China-Tied Company’s Plans To Build Battery Plant Nick Pope on March 16, 2024 Newly-elected local officials in Michigan are taking steps to…
Appeals Court Rejects Former Trump White House Official’s Request To Stay Out Of Jail During Appeal
Appeals Court Rejects Former Trump White House Official’s Request To Stay Out Of Jail During Appeal Katelynn Richardson on March 14, 2024 A federal appeals court denied former Trump White House official…
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