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NYC mayor issues emergency order suspending parts of new solitary confinement law
New York City’s mayor issued an emergency order Saturday suspending parts of a new law intended to ban solitary confinement in local jails a day before it was to take effect, citing concerns for the safety of staff and detainees. Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency and...
“Put Yourself In My Shoes,” Mayor Stack’s Plea Amid Death Threats
Union City Mayor and NJ State Senator Brian Stack has disclosed severe harassment and threats directed at him and his associates. In a press release, Stack described the intensity of these threats, which have included death threats. “Since becoming involved in politics, I’ve come to realize just how ugly it...
‘Male Karen Tells Me I Don’t Belong Here’: Video Shows White Detective Getting Fresh with Black Woman; Things Change When She Refuses His Advances
A video of a white New Jersey police officer giving a Black woman a hard time for parking on a public street has gone viral […] ‘Male Karen Tells Me I Don’t Belong Here’: Video Shows White Detective Getting Fresh with Black Woman; Things Change When She Refuses His Advances
NYPD: Man, 62, sent to hospital after attack near Clove Rd. on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A 62-year-old man lost a tooth and was sent to the hospital after an attack in Sunnyside, police said. The victim was set upon by two unknown males on Howard Avenue near Clove Road around 6:20 p.m. on July 15, according to a spokeswoman for the NYPD.
Shock and Horror in Hicksville: Brothers Arrested After Savage Machete Attack at Local Hotel
The Eighth Squad reports the arrest of two undomiciled males for an incident that occurred on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:55 a.m. in Hicksville. According to Detectives, officers responded to the Days Inn, located at 828 S. Oyster Bay Road, for a disturbance. Upon police arrival, it was determined that a male victim, 43, was involved in a verbal argument with two individuals which escalated into a physical altercation. During the incident, defendant Jelony Conze, 21, used his 2005 Nissan Altima to strike the victim. Defendant Conze exited the vehicle, with a machete, and slashed the victim’s hands multiple times causing severe lacerations.
Does NJ have way too many Wawa’s? Here are the numbers
How many is too many? That is the question when it comes to one of New Jersey's favorite convenience stores. There's no question that The Garden State is jam-packed with Wawa's. So many, in fact, that our tiny little state outnumbers all the other states. Not collectively, but individually (that would be insane if it were collectively).
Retail Chain Closing Nearly 150 Stores: Are Any New Jersey Locations On The List?
The full list of closures is out. About a month ago, Big Lots announced it would be closing almost 150 stores nationwide due to inflation. We were left wondering if any of the stores here in New Jersey would be forced to shut down. Big Lots in New Jersey. The...
N.J. cop was fired, then acquitted in federal court. Can he be a police officer again?
Anthony Villanueva finds himself in a municipal legal quandary. The former Trenton police officer, fired in 2018 for using excessive force, was acquitted earlier this year in federal court of the very actions that cost him his job. But because of how the allegations unfolded against him in two separate...
NJ struggling to control deer population
White-tailed deer continue to increase their numbers in suburban areas of New Jersey and even in the cities. The ongoing population growth has been acknowledged by groups and officials as a problem for land owners, drivers, and the state's ecosystem. So what can New Jersey do about it? The same...
NJ school will change its name after Menendez conviction
WEST NEW YORK — A public school in New Jersey is responding to the criminal conviction of U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez. After Menendez was found guilty in his federal corruption trial of 16 crimes, officials decided to rebrand the school, which had been renamed in honor of the Hudson County political figure, according to the New Jersey Globe.
Rare Westward Moving Storm System Will Start Unsettled Stretch: Here's Timing, 5-Day Forecast
A rare westward-moving storm will back into the Northeast off the Atlantic Coast, starting an unsettled stretch after a dry and comfortable weekend. Clouds will increase on Sunday, July 28 following a mainly sunny start, with high temperatures in the mid-80s, as the system nears, according to the National Weather Service.
10 most expensive homes sold in Monroe in Middlesex County, July 15-21
A house in Monroe Township that sold for $1.7 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Monroe in Middlesex County in the past week. In total, 13 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $778,269. The average price per square foot was $319.
Union County Holds Veterans Job Fair for Residents Seeking Employment Opportunities on August 21st
The Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Office of Veterans, the American Job Center, and the Union County Workforce Development Board, is hosting a special job fair dedicated to helping veterans find new career opportunities. While the event will primarily focus on veterans, all Union County residents are welcome to attend. The Veterans Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, August 21st at 5:00 P.M. at the Warinanco Sports Center, located at 1 Park Drive in Roselle.
Family alleges home attendant assaulted 95-year-old grandmother
HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) – The family of a 95-year-old woman alleges a home attendant abused their beloved grandmother. PIX11 News reached out to the NYPD, which confirmed the victim had been assaulted in her Harlem home. The victim’s granddaughters, Michelle and Tiffany Mitchell, spoke with PIX11 News on Saturday about the alleged abuse. The grandmother […]
Rabid Cat Found in Cedarhurst: Urgent Warning for Nassau County Pet Owners
Nassau County officials have issued a warning after a feral cat in Cedarhurst tested positive for rabies, the first rabid animal found in the county since 2016. Gary Rogers, President of the Nassau County SPCA, advises avoiding unknown animals and ensuring pets are up-to-date on vaccinations. He stresses the importance of keeping cats indoors and educating children to avoid unfamiliar animals.
Harlem community unites to stop gun violence through basketball tournament
HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) — The fight against gun violence unfolded on the court of St. Nicholas Park in Harlem Saturday as the neighborhood came together for a basketball tournament. At the annual Stop the Gun Violence basketball tournament, local teens, community leaders, and the NYPD were united to steer the youth away from the dangers […]
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