Phil Murphy Vows to Fight Trump Social Changes With “Every Fiber”
Trenton, NJ — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy said his administration will attempt to work with President Donald J. Trump, but warned the former president, …
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New York State DEC seizes and euthanizes social media star pet squirrel ‘Peanut,’ sparking outrage
PINE CITY, N.Y. — A beloved pet squirrel named Peanut, who became a social media sensation in New York, has reportedly been seized and euthanized …
Self-Reported Millionaire Tim Walz Says His Elderly Mother Lives Paycheck to Paycheck on Social Security
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is catching heat from both sides of the political spectrum after a comment about his 90-year-old mother living paycheck to paycheck …
Pennsylvania officials warn of rise in school threats driven by social media hoaxes
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania officials are urging caution as schools across the state face a surge in reported threats, many of which are linked to social …
Hillary Clinton: If We Don’t Censor Social Media, We Lose Total Control
Hillary Clinton recently caused a stir by calling for increased regulation of social media platforms, warning that without content moderation, “we lose total control.” During …
FEMA Faces Criticism for Prioritizing Social Media Rumor Control Over Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
As the U.S. reels from the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, questions are swirling around FEMA’s handling of relief efforts—particularly its focus on debunking social …
Juvenile Arrested in Schenectady for Alleged Threats on Social Media
SCHENECTADY, NY – On the evening of Thursday, a 13-year-old student from Schenectady High School was arrested by officers from the Schenectady Police Department. The …
Three Teens Arrested for Social Media Threats Against Newark Schools
Newark, NJ– Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé confirmed the arrest of three 13-year-olds for making violent threats against schools via a social media …
Teen Arrested Following Social Media Threats Against D.C. Schools
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A teenager has been arrested after making threats directed at multiple schools in the District via social media. On Thursday evening, at …
Dutchess Sheriff’s Office Investigates Social Media Threat to Local School
Poughkeepsie, NY – On Wednesday, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a potential violence threat against Dutchess BOCES. The warning was posted on …
Philadelphia woman charged with Social Security fraud after remains of victim found buried in concrete
PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia woman has been indicted on charges of Social Security fraud, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft for allegedly concealing the death …
Stafford County Sheriff addresses social media threats to schools
STAFFORD, Va. — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating social media threats directed at local schools but has determined that there is no credible …
Disney’s Acolyte Star Lashes Out at Bigotted Fans Who Didn’t Enjoy The Series’ Political and Social Undertones
The Force was not strong enough to save The Acolyte. Disney has decided to pull the plug on the Star Wars series after just one …
Arrest Made After Social Media Music Shoot Turns Into Robbery
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — Two men were arrested following an armed robbery on Saturday, August 24, 2024, after a videographer was lured to a location …
Brick Township Police Say Social Media Murder Rumor Not True
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Police Department has addressed recent rumors circulating within the community concerning a medical incident that occurred in the …
Gloucester Township Police Warn of Fake “Silver Alert” on Social Media
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J., Monday — The Gloucester Township Police Department is urging residents to be cautious of a fake “Silver Alert” circulating on Facebook. The …
KamalaCrash Trending on Social Media, Google Search As Stocks Plummet
BEDMINSTER, NJ -The hashtag #kamalacrash is trending on social media platforms like Twitter, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook, reflecting former President Donald Trump’s commentary linking …
Controversy Surrounds Yoga Studio Owner’s Comments on Social Media
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL – Linda Peterson, former owner of a yoga studio in Port Charlotte, has become embroiled in a significant controversy following her comments …
Accused Killer Faces Charges for Murder of Social Worker in Peekskill
NEW YORK, NY – In a recent court appearance, a suspect was indicted on murder charges and several other criminal counts related to the fatal …
Peekskill Man Indicted in Fatal Attack on Westchester Social Worker
WHITE PLAINS, NY – A Peekskill man has been indicted on multiple charges, including murder, following the fatal assault of a Westchester social worker. Westchester …
Maryland County Child Social Worker Arrested on Charges of Child Sexual Abuse
WICOMICO COUNTY, MD – Reginald Harrison Shockley, a 66-year-old resident of Parsonsburg, Maryland, has been arrested following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse of …
New Jersey Parents More Lenient on Social Media Than National Average
New Jersey – A recent survey by HostingAdvice reveals that New Jersey parents are more lenient in monitoring their children’s social media use compared to …
New Jersey Congressman’s Social Media Posts Blamed for Inciting J13 Anger and Hatred
Concerns Over Congressman Bill Pascrell’s Social Media Rhetoric Another New Jersey Congressman is under fire for provoking violence and fear within the Democrat party and …
Teens Charged for Abusing Dog, Posting Video on Social Media
Etowah County, AL – Two individuals have been charged with animal cruelty after a video of cruel treatment of a dog surfaced on social media, …
Trump Pushing Voter Fraud Claims on Truth Social
Former President Donald Trump has made a fervent plea on Truth Social, urging Republican leaders and legal representatives to combat what he claims is widespread …
New Bill Targets Social Media’s Role in Promoting Eating Disorders Among Children
TRENTON, NJ – In an effort to combat the increasing rate of eating disorders among children, a new bill has been introduced that seeks to …
Trump Shares Savage Bidenica Sleep Aid Parody on Truth Social
Trump’s Latest Ad Takes Comedic Aim at Biden with “Bidenica” Parody Donald Trump has unveiled a new political ad that humorously targets President Joe Biden, …
New Jersey Seeks Compensation for Minors Used in Monetized YouTube and Social Media Videos
New Jersey Assembly Bill A5474 Seeks to Safeguard Rights of Minors in Online Video Content Introduced by Assemblywoman Sadaf F. Jaffer and Assemblyman Reginald W. …
Rare Pink Dolphin Spotted in North Carolina…Or Was It?
RALEIGH, NC—A series of photos depicting a ‘rare pink dolphin’ in North Carolina waters has gone viral on social media platforms Facebook and TikTok, leading …
Boston Police Share Sweet Moments at Local School Ice Cream Social
BOSTON, MA — Officers from District D-14, along with the BPD Ice Cream Trust, participated in the annual Ice Cream Social at Mary Lyons School …
Criminals Will Soon Be Identified as Justice-Impacted Individuals Under Social Justice Reforms
TRENTON, NJ – Criminal justice reform in New Jersey has not only been dangerous, but damaging to the real victims of violent crimes throughout the …
Man Lured Juvenile Via Social Media App, Arrested
MANASSAS, VA—An incident in the early hours of May 28 led to the arrest of 36-year-old Calvin Jerrod McIlwain for contributing to the delinquency of …
Donald Trump Responds to Gag Order Request on Truth Social
NEW YORK – Former President Donald Trump has taken to his platform, Truth Social, to express his discontent with recent legal proceedings involving him. Trump’s …
New Jersey Seeks $2.5 Million to Fund Black Social Justice Group
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Senator Shirley K. Turner has introduced a bill proposing a $2.5 million supplemental appropriation to support the “Return and Restore” …
Fatal Drive-By Shooting at Willingboro Social Club
WILLINGBORO, NJ—A drive-by shooting at the Diamond Dogz social club in Willingboro resulted in the death of a 45-year-old local man last night, as confirmed …
Gopal Seeks No-Bid Contracts For Social Services Without Parental Consent in New Jersey Schools
TRENTON, NJ—A new legislative proposal, Senate Bill 3156, is generating significant debate in New Jersey. Sponsored by Senator Vin Gopal from District 11 (Monmouth) and …
Deadly Shooting Overnight at South Jersey Social Club
WILLINGBORO, NJ — The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office and the Willingboro Township Police Department are currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred yesterday outside a …
Discovering Peace: The Mental Health Benefits of Quitting Social Media
TRENTON, NJ – A recent internal poll conducted by Shore News Network shows that people who gave up social media are happier today than they …
Hartford Man Charged with Fraudulently Collecting Social Security, Unemployment, and Food Stamp Benefits
The indictment was returned on May 1, 2024, and Santiago was arrested today. He appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Thomas O. Farrish in Hartford, pleaded …
For 25 Years, This New Jersey Woman Cashed Her Dead Aunt’s Social Security Checks
NEWARK, NJ — Janis Miller, a 77-year-old resident of South Orange, New Jersey, has been indicted for wire fraud after allegedly stealing over $1 million …
EXCLUSIVE: Top Biden Bureaucrat Consulted With Eco-Activists To Justify Infusing Social Justice Into Wind Program
A senior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) official consulted climate activists about finding legal justification for the agency’s push to get developers to invest …
Former Social Security Administration Employee Facing Federal Charges for Fraudulent Telework, Emergency Childcare, and Medical Leave Schemes
According to court documents, Markham was employed by the SSA and assigned to an office based in Anderson, Indiana. Between February 13, 2019, and June …
Armed Robbery Suspects Posed as Women on Social Media to Lure Victims
Five suspects, aged 17 to 21, were apprehended by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office after impersonating a woman on a social media dating platform to …
Trump Bags $1 Billion Bonus From Truth Social Stock Performance
Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday reaped a stock bonus of around $1.2 billion for his shares in Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG). Trump …
Analysis-Trump-and-dump: Speculators bet on Truth Social ‘meme’ stock
By Abigail Summerville (Reuters) – Mohammed Al Shalloudi, a 21-year-old graduate data analyst in the United Arab Emirates who invested in Donald Trump’s social media …
Judge Expands Gag Order Against Trump After Fiery Social Media Criticism
A judge expanded a gag order against former President Donald Trump in his New York criminal trial on Monday after Trump had criticized the judge …
Civil rights groups decry effort to punish US federal inmates for social media use
By Sarah N. Lynch WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A proposed change to U.S. federal prison rules that would punish inmates for using social media or directing …
AI fails to detect depression signs in social media posts by Black Americans, study finds
By Nancy Lapid (Reuters) – Analyzing social media using artificial intelligence may pick up signals of depression in white Americans but not in Black counterparts, …
D.C. Police Pursue Suspects in Daytime Shooting Over Social Media Sale
WASHINGTON, DC – The D.C. Metro Police Department’s Sixth District is on the hunt for individuals connected to a shooting in Southeast D.C. On the …
Florida’s DeSantis signs law restricting social media for people under 16
(Reuters) – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that bans children aged under 14 from social media platforms and requires 14- and …