City firefighters were called to a classroom on Tuesday afternoon when a laptop battery overheated and started burning. A nearby hospital received several Newark elementary school students and personnel. Newark municipal authorities say a laptop’s lithium-ion battery died at 2:20 p.m. in a basement classroom at Greater Oaks Legacy Downtown Elementary School. After the battery…
New Jersey authorities say two NJ Transit train deaths in three days highlight safety hazards near major rail lines. The latest incident happened Monday afternoon near Plainfield station. NJ Transit reported that a westbound Raritan Valley Line train hit 55-year-old Plainfield resident Anthony A. Lewis at 2:11 p.m. Lewis died in a nearby hospital after…
A guy in Mercer County, New Jersey, died after being stabbed during a brawl on January 8. Police added the victim’s young children sought to intercede during the confrontation, underscoring the terrible and heartbreaking situation. Trenton resident Davon Holloman, 35, has been charged with first-degree murder, firearms, and child endangerment. Local police responded quickly to…
Famous footballers and politicians are questioning whether fans and teams should participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament is more than a year away, but calls for reconsideration and boycott are growing, especially in Europe. Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter recommended football fans…
Senator Andy Kim has opened applications for the Senate Page Program for the summer 2026 session, giving New Jersey high school students a unique chance to experience the Senate. The program accepts New Jersey high school sophomores. Interested students must apply by January 30, according to Senator Kim’s office. Candidates should be motivated to study…
The September 10, 2025, Utah, murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has prompted issues about FBI leadership amid high-profile investigations. According to the New York Times Magazine, FBI Director Kash Patel made several controversial moves after the assassination that garnered national notice. According to 45 current and former FBI workers, Patel’s behavior in the hours…
Scorpions bassist Francis Buchholz died at 71 after a private battle with illness. His family announced his passing on his Facebook site in an emotional post. They described his gentle, loving death, expressing their grief at losing a loved one. Buchholz, from West Germany, joined Scorpions in 1973. He contributed to 12 albums with the…
Jersey City’s new mayor has limited ICE operations in the city, showing a strong commitment to immigrant neighborhoods. On Friday, Democrat Mayor James Solomon signed an executive order banning ICE officers from utilizing city-owned buildings for enforcement. The executive order prohibits ICE from processing prisoners, establishing operational bases, or conducting other official activity in Jersey…
In 2026, Jordan Williams had one of the best scoring nights in New Jersey high school basketball. The Deptford senior made school history and set a state record with his offensive performance. Williams set the Deptford basketball program’s single-game scoring record with 54 points. His scoring abilities and leadership growth are highlighted by the achievement….
Northern New Jersey residents, environmentalists, and park enthusiasts are praising Bergen County’s decision to scrap a 500-foot communications tower in the Ramapo Mountain Reservation. Community members worried the project would permanently destroy one of the state’s most precious natural regions pushed for the decision following months of public concern. Many Mahwah residents see the almost…
