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Newark Begins New Council Term as Longtime City Hall Critic Joins Governing Body

A new chapter has started in Newark’s city government after Mayor Ras J. Baraka and the city’s elected council members officially took office during Wednesday’s reorganization meeting. While most of the city’s leadership returned for another term following the May non-partisan elections, the ceremony also marked the arrival of one new council member whose election…

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NYC Mayor’s Energy-Saving AC Request During Heat Wave Sparks Political Backlash Ahead of Holiday Weekend

A request from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani asking residents to help reduce pressure on the power grid has quickly turned into a heated political debate as dangerous temperatures continue across the Northeast. The mayor’s message, which encouraged New Yorkers to set their air conditioners to 78 degrees, drew sharp criticism from several conservative…

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New Jersey Residents Asked to Use Air Conditioners Wisely as Heat Wave Increases Power Demand

As a powerful heat wave pushes temperatures close to the triple digits across New Jersey, energy officials are encouraging residents to think carefully before lowering their thermostats. While staying cool remains important during extreme heat, experts say making small adjustments to air conditioner settings can help reduce electricity use and ease pressure on the state’s…

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Social Security Proposal Would Limit Highest Retirement Benefits as Lawmakers Look for Long-Term Fix

A new proposal aimed at helping strengthen Social Security’s financial future could reduce benefits for a small group of the program’s highest-earning retirees while leaving the vast majority of recipients unaffected. The proposal comes as lawmakers continue searching for ways to address the program’s long-term funding challenges before automatic benefit reductions take effect. The proposal,…

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Rutgers Alum Ryan Lasko Undergoes Emergency Spinal Surgery After Frightening Collision in Double-A Game

A frightening on-field collision during a minor league baseball game has left former Rutgers standout Ryan Lasko recovering from emergency spinal surgery after suffering a serious neck injury. The New Jersey native is now in stable condition, but team officials say he currently does not have feeling in the lower half of his body because…

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Social Security to Issue Limited-Edition Commemorative Cards for Babies Born During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

Families welcoming a new baby in the second half of 2026 will receive a unique version of an important government document. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that it will issue a special commemorative Social Security card to children born in the United States during a limited period as part of the nation’s 250th…

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76ers Gain Ground in East After Jaylen Brown Trade, But Betting Markets Still Favor Boston

The balance of power in the Eastern Conference has shifted again after the Philadelphia 76ers completed a blockbuster trade to acquire Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics. The move immediately strengthened Philadelphia’s championship hopes, but the latest betting odds show that sportsbooks are still giving Boston a slight edge despite losing one of its biggest…

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Bonus Episode of ‘Someone’s Hunting Us’ Highlights New Court Update in Khalil Wheeler-Weaver Case

A new bonus episode of the investigative true crime podcast Someone’s Hunting Us is giving listeners a fresh look at one of New Jersey’s most disturbing serial murder cases while providing an update on the long-delayed prosecution of convicted killer Khalil Wheeler-Weaver in the death of 15-year-old Mawa Doumbia. The special video episode takes audiences…

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