Murphy touts New Jersey’s quality of life citing report that ranks state’s air quality among worst in U.S.
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy praised New Jersey’s strong showing in CNBC’s annual quality of life rankings Wednesday, even as data shows the state continues to struggle with some of the…
These States Are Gearing Up For A School Choice Showdown In 2024
These States Are Gearing Up For A School Choice Showdown In 2024 Kate Anderson on November 23, 2023 Several states are looking to propose legislation expanding education options next year, while others…
Mysterious Deadly Respiratory Illness Strikes Dogs in Multiple States
NEWARK, NJ – Veterinary laboratories across Oregon, Colorado, and New Hampshire are currently investigating a sudden outbreak of a severe respiratory illness in dogs. This illness, characterized by symptoms such as coughing,…
Former Baltimore City State’s Attorney Convicted of Perjury in Federal Court
GREENBELT, MARYLAND – Marilyn J. Mosby, 42, of Baltimore, Maryland, was convicted by a federal jury on charges of perjury related to unauthorized withdrawals from the City of Baltimore’s Deferred Compensation Plan.…
New York, New Jersey Ranked the Least Free States in America
The latest “Freedom in the 50 States” index has ranked New Hampshire and Florida among the top states for personal and economic freedom in the United States. This comprehensive index, which evaluates…
Colombian fashion designer pleads guilty to illegally importing caiman and python skin into the United States
MIAMI – Gzuniga Ltd., and its founder, Nancy Teresa Gonzalez de Barberi, 70, entered guilty pleas today to federal charges arising from the illegal importation of merchandise made from wildlife into the…
Memphis Woman Facing Federal Charges for Assault on United States Secret Service Agents and Employees
Memphis, TN – A federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging a Memphis woman with assault on a government officer or employee and for discharging a firearm during that offense. Raven…
Mexican Man from Florida Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Reentering the United States After Being Deported
A man who illegally returned to the United States after being deported was sentenced today to three months in federal prison. Luis Ronaldo Lopez-Lopez, age 24, a citizen of Mexico illegally present…
Mechanicsburg Man Charged For Threatening To Kill A United States Congressman
SCRANTON- The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Robert Lee Ingalls, Jr., age 61, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, was charged in a one count criminal complaint with…
Tucson Man Convicted of Second-Degree Murder for Killing Deputy United States Marshal
TUCSON, Ariz. – Ryan Schlesinger, 31, of Tucson, was convicted yesterday by a federal jury of second-degree murder of a federal officer. Second-degree murder is a homicide committed with malice aforethought, which…
Group Sues New Jersey to End State’s Creepy Baby Blood Database
TRENTON, N.J.— When a baby is born in New Jersey, blood samples taken by the hospital are transferred to the state where they remain in a database for more than two decades.…
Vivek Ramaswamy Bets Big On Key Early States With New Campaign Shakeup
Vivek Ramaswamy Bets Big On Key Early States With New Campaign Shakeup Brandon Poulter on November 11, 2023 Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is relocating his staff to Iowa and New Hampshire and…
Toms River Residents Reject State’s “Very, Very Good Deal” to Build on Ciba Geigy Toxic Dump Site
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s an offer they can’t refuse, but Toms River residents are doing just that this weekend. After New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy negotiated a sweetheart deal for BASF,…
Former Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby Convicted on Two Counts of Perjury
Greenbelt, Maryland – A federal jury today convicted Marilyn J. Mosby, age 42, of Baltimore, Maryland, on federal charges of perjury, relating to the withdrawal of funds from the City of Baltimore’s…
Suspicious letters sent to elections officials in California, other states
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Reuters) – Suspicious letters addressed to election offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles were intercepted by the United States Postal Service, California Secretary of State Shirley Weber said Thursday. Federal…
Avi Schnall Defeats Republican Ticket, Becoming State’s First Orthodox Jewish Assemblyman
LAKEWOOD, NJ – An overwhelming get-out-the-vote effort in Lakewood Township helped propel Avi Schnall, the Director of Agudath Israel of America, into the winner’s circle in the 30th Legislative District in New…
‘Not The Way The Constitution Works’: Medical, Science Advocacy Groups Want SCOTUS To Protect Regulatory State’s Power
‘Not The Way The Constitution Works’: Medical, Science Advocacy Groups Want SCOTUS To Protect Regulatory State’s Power Katelynn Richardson on October 29, 2023 Medical, environmental and scientific advocacy groups are urging the…
When it Comes to Murder New Jersey is Not One of America’s Safest States
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently claimed that the state is one of the safest in the nation, a statement that contradicts national surveys and studies. Data shows that…
Bronx Man Pleads Guilty in “Grandparents” Fraud Scheme Targeting Elderly Across States
SCRANTON, PA – Josiah DeJesus, 22, from Bronx, New York, entered a guilty plea before United States District Court Judge Robert D. Mariani for his role in a Dominican Republic-based scam that…
JPMorgan settlement with Epstein accusers draws objection from US states
By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK (Reuters) – JPMorgan Chase’s $290 million class-action settlement with Jeffrey Epstein’s accusers has drawn an objection from many U.S. states, which say the accord could limit their…
Multiple States Argue Tax Company Violated Law with No-Poach Employee Contracts
TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin led a coalition of 18 states and the District of Columbia in filing an amicus brief against tax preparation company Jackson Hewitt. The brief…
New York Ranks Fifth in Longest ER Wait Times Across U.S. States
ALBANY, NY – New York State has been ranked fifth in a list detailing the longest average emergency room wait times in the nation. Patients in New York wait an average of…
Maryland Leads U.S. States in Longest Emergency Room Wait Times
BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland tops the national list for states with the longest average emergency room wait times, according to recent data. Patients in the state spend an average of 4 hours…
School District Upholds State’s Hidden Policy on Parental Notifications in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A motion to review a controversial policy related to parental notification of gender issues in public schools was blocked by Toms River School Board, including Michelle Williams, a…
Okeechobee man sentenced to 20 months in prison for being found in the United States after prior removal
MIAMI – On Oct. 17, a federal district judge sentenced an Okeechobee man to 20 months in prison, followed by one year of supervised release, for being found in the United States…
New Jersey Highlights the Garden State’s Agritourism Industry
Agritourism. Haven’t heard of it? Well, it’s something that not only exists in New Jersey, but it’s thriving and fall is a great time to explore the many opportunities. The weather is…
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