Jackson Township Ordinances Approved on First Reading
JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Township council has approved the following four ordinances on first reading. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-17 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF … Read more
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New York police raid meth lab in Reading
READING, N.Y. — A Schuyler County man was arrested Thursday after New York State Police discovered a large-scale methamphetamine operation during a raid at a … Read more
As New Jersey Math, Reading Scores Drop, Gopal Says Students Need to Learn Union Labor, Organizing
NJ bill would require public schools to teach labor history, union organizing TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey public schools may soon be required to teach … Read more
Cory Booker Reads Poetry on Senate Floor, Displaying Several Nazi-Like Salutes
WASHINGTON—Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) stirred controversy Thursday after delivering an extended poetry recital on the Senate floor in what many are calling filibustering over the … Read more
Two Men Sentenced in Deadly Reading Double Shooting
READING, PA — Two men have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for the fatal shootings of Jorge Mercado-Castro and Jamar Oliver in Reading, the … Read more
Teen sentenced to 45 years to life for first-degree murder in Reading
READING, Pa. — A Reading teen was sentenced to 45 years to life in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to first-degree murder in the … Read more
Reading Police donate ready-to-eat meals to local rescue mission
READING, Pa. — The Reading Police Department donated a supply of ready-to-eat meals to the HOPE Rescue Mission as part of its ongoing efforts to … Read more
Colonel Callahan Visits Washington Elementary for Reading Session
Chatham, NJ – The New Jersey State Police Colonel Patrick J. Callahan recently engaged with students at Washington Elementary School. On Thursday, he read the … Read more
Reading Man Sentenced in Historical Sexual Abuse Case Linked to Jehovah’s Witnesses
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the sentencing of Luis Manuel Ayala-Velasquez, a Reading resident, to 14 to 46 years in prison for … Read more
Reading Man Assaulted Young Girl Over Long Period While She Slept
Harrisburg, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that Luis Manuel Ayala-Velasquez, a 56-year-old Reading man, will serve 14 to 46 years in prison for … Read more
Authorities Seek Suspect in West Reading Hit-and-Run
West Reading, Pennsylvania – Authorities in West Reading are currently seeking a driver who is accused of being involved in a hit-and-run incident. The incident, … Read more
Hong Kong legislature passes third reading of national security bill
HONG KONG (Reuters) – Hong Kong lawmakers on Tuesday passed a third reading of a new national security bill which edged a step closer to … Read more
Belleville Police Officers Host Pizza Party for Reading Challenge with Local Students
Belleville Police Department recently lauded the efforts of Mrs. Robertello’s 3rd-grade class at School #7 for winning the READING-4-PIZZA CHALLENGE for February. The class secured … Read more
Newark Officer Join Reading Across America Event at Wilson Avenue School
NEWARK, NJ – Newark’s 3rd Precinct Community Service Officer S. Pereira and School Resource Officer R. Charles, in collaboration with Annie Ferreira, a Senior Aide … Read more
Teen Arrested with Gun After Failed Attempt to Flee Police in Reading
Reading, PA – A joint operation involving Patrol Officers and Vice Criminal Investigators from the City of Reading Police Department led to the arrest of … Read more
Reading Police Issue Alert for Missing Teen After Phone Located
The City of Reading Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile, Delilah Rivera, who did not return home from … Read more
Reading Public Works Truck Stolen
Reading, PA – The City of Reading Police Department is collaborating with the Northern Berks Regional Police Department in the investigation of a stolen Public … Read more
‘I Am Reading All The Polls!’: Veteran Comedian Roasts Biden For Berating Staffers Over Sagging Approval Numbers
‘I Am Reading All The Polls!’: Veteran Comedian Roasts Biden For Berating Staffers Over Sagging Approval Numbers Harold Hutchison on December 18, 2023 Comedian Nick … Read more
Marketmind: Reading inflation tea leaves from India, Japan
By Jamie McGeever (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead in Asian markets. Inflation data from India and Japan dominate the Asian calendar on … Read more
Reading Man Convicted for Witness Intimidation in Human Trafficking Case
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the conviction of Dushawn Ellis, a 34-year-old man from Berks County, on charges of witness intimidation and … Read more
Reading Man Sentenced To 14 Years’ Imprisonment For Drug Trafficking And Firearms Offenses
SCRANTON- The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that John Fidanqui-Marten, age 21, formerly of Reading, Pennsylvania, was sentenced yesterday … Read more
Man Shot Multiple Times While Sitting in Vehicle in Reading
READING, PA – A shooting incident occurred on Sunday evening in the 800 block of Ritter Street, Reading. Responding to a report of shots fired … Read more
Armed and Dangerous Suspect Sought for Kidnapping in Reading
READING, PA – The City of Reading Police Department has issued a warning for Yusuf Scott, wanted for kidnapping. Scott, described as 6’3″, weighing 175 … Read more
Reading Man Arrested on Multiple Sexual Offense Charges Against Juvenile
FEASTERVILLE, PA – The Lower Southampton Township Police Detectives, with the assistance of the Berks County Sheriff’s Department, arrested Nathan E. Echevarria, 21, of Reading, … Read more
Russian lawmakers approve revoking ratification of nuclear test ban treaty in first reading
MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia’s lower house of parliament, the State Duma, approved revoking the ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty in the first … Read more
Staged Reading of The Laramie Project Set for October 17 and 18
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – The University of South Carolina School of Law, the Richland County Bar Association, and the United States Attorney’s Office for the … Read more
Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 Ticket Wins $637,677 Jackpot in Reading
READING, PA – A Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket matched all five balls, 2-7-19-25-42, in the September 21 drawing to win a jackpot of … Read more
Parents Speak Out About Age-Innapropriate Reading in Public Schools
Lillian Tweten on September 24, 2023 Cooper Middle School in McClean, Virginia, gave students an age- inappropriate reading list for their 7th grade English class … Read more
Cash 5 Jackpot Ticket Worth $637,677 Sold in Reading
READING, PA – A single Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket has matched all five numbers for the September 21 drawing, granting the lucky holder … Read more
Reading Police Investigating Weekend Shooting Incident
READING, PA – A shooting incident from over the weekend has caught the attention of the Reading Police. The event transpired around 3 a.m. Sunday … Read more
Reading Fugitive Murder Suspect on the Loose
READING, PA – The Reading Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division has released details regarding a shooting that took place on July 31, 2022, around 3:53 … Read more
Michigan Man Wins $1 Million After Reading Online Message
PONTIAC, MI – An Oakland County man experienced a surge of thoughts when he found out he won $1.5 million by playing the Michigan Lottery’s … Read more
Reading Woman Charged Following Domestic Dispute in Denver
DENVER, PA – On Saturday, Alfonsina Michelle Cruz-Colon of Reading, PA, faced charges following a domestic dispute at the Penn Amish Motel on North Reading … Read more
Israeli President Appears Concerned as Biden Mumbles while Reading Notes
President Joe Biden met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog at the White House this week. During the meeting, President Biden referred to his notes and … Read more
Early Morning Shooting in Reading Injures One
READING, PA – Police responded to a reported shooting in Reading early on Monday morning. The incident occurred in the vicinity of Sixth and Spruce … Read more
‘Evidence Of Backsliding’: Students’ Math And Reading Scores Aren’t Bouncing Back From School Closures
‘Evidence Of Backsliding’: Students’ Math And Reading Scores Aren’t Bouncing Back From School Closures Reagan Reese on July 11, 2023 Students’ academic recovery following the … Read more
Woman charged for assault in Reading
LANCASTER COUNTY, PA – Last Tuesday, June 20, Lissette Yanira Torres Davila, a 26-year-old woman from Reading, faced charges for a domestic violence incident at … Read more
Turkey’s monthly inflation at 4.84% in June, slight decline in annual reading: Reuters poll
By Ali Kucukgocmen ISTANBUL (Reuters) – Turkey’s monthly inflation was seen at 4.84% in June, partly due to the lira’s sharp decline after elections last … Read more
Suspected Bank Robber Shot Dead by SWAT Team in Reading
READING, OH – A man suspected of armed robbery was fatally shot during a SWAT intervention on Monday. Michael Craddock, a 32-year-old resident of Reading, … Read more
Fugitive wanted for murder in Reading captured in South Carolina
READING, PA – Today, 24-year-old Jabar Hill (aka Jabar Marquis), who was wanted for murder, was taken into custody in South Carolina by the US … Read more
School Districts Continue To Spend On Failed Reading Programs While Students Suffer Learning Loss
School Districts Continue To Spend On Failed Reading Programs While Students Suffer Learning Loss Reagan Reese on March 2, 2023 School districts across the country … Read more
California School District Celebrates ‘Day Of Reading’ By Affirming ‘Transgender And Non-Binary Youth’
California School District Celebrates ‘Day Of Reading’ By Affirming ‘Transgender And Non-Binary Youth’ Reagan Reese on February 20, 2023 To celebrate the “National Day of … Read more
Not A Single Student Is Proficient In Reading Or Math At 55 Chicago Schools: REPORT
Not A Single Student Is Proficient In Reading Or Math At 55 Chicago Schools: REPORT Reagan Reese on February 14, 2023 In 55 Chicago Public … Read more
Venezuela’s National Assembly approves first reading of bill to regulate NGOs
CARACAS (Reuters) – Venezuela’s National Assembly on Tuesday passed a first reading of a bill to regulate and inspect non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the South … Read more
Morale at Japan big manufacturers logs first negative reading in 2 years -Reuters Tankan
By Tetsushi Kajimoto TOKYO (Reuters) – Business confidence at big Japanese firms slid in January with manufacturers showing a negative reading for the first time … Read more
76-year-old man shot in Reading recovering at hospital
READING, PA – A 76-year-old man was shot during an armed robbery while walking down Wood Street in Reading Friday evening. At around 5:30 pm. … Read more
Portugal’s parliament passes 2023 budget bill on final reading
LISBON (Reuters) – Portugal’s parliament on Friday passed the majority Socialist government’s 2023 budget, which aims to further slash the deficit and debt even as … Read more
Biden struggles while reading teleprompter
President Joe Biden made it to Egypt to speak at the United Nations Climate Change Conference but struggled to get his words out despite reading … Read more
Portugal’s parliament approves budget bill on first reading
LISBON (Reuters) – Portugal’s parliament easily approved the majority Socialist government’s 2023 budget bill on its first reading on Thursday, paving the way for planned … Read more
Chicago Educators Get An ‘A+’ On Teaching While Their Students Get An ‘F’ On Reading
Chicago Educators Get An ‘A+’ On Teaching While Their Students Get An ‘F’ On Reading Reagan Reese on October 5, 2022 While students post … Read more