Daniel Brooks

Yankees See Powerful Sign as Gerrit Cole’s Fastball Touches 97 in Key Comeback Test

TAMPA— The Yankees’ most significant morning moment wasn’t a Grapefruit League game. Not in front of supporters. The box score, scoreboard pressure, and crowded stands were absent. Instead, it happened quietly at Steinbrenner Field, where one radar gun number gave the team hope that its ace was returning. The speed was 96.9 mph. Gerrit Cole…

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N.J. High School Wrestler Faces Manslaughter Trial as Civil Lawsuit Raises New Questions

A South Jersey high school wrestler awaiting trial on a second-degree manslaughter allegation competes for his team despite a new wrongful death lawsuit highlighting the fatal event in Camden County last year. Luke Humphrey, 18, is suspected of killing 46-year-old Oron Carl Beebe in March 2024 with a single punch. The event occurred late at…

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Former Monmouth County Coach Receives 5½-Year Prison Term in Student Sexual Assault Case

A Monmouth County high school teacher and girls’ basketball coach was sentenced to nearly five years in state prison for sexually assaulting a juvenile. On November 17, 2025, 36-year-old Justin M. McGhee pleaded guilty to second-degree aggravated sexual assault. Court filings reveal he was sentenced Friday to five years and six months in New Jersey…

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Sea Bright Favorite Woody’s Ocean Grill Enters New Chapter as Local Hospitality Group Takes Over

A popular Jersey Shore restaurant is reopening. Woody’s Ocean Grill in Sea Bright was sold after nearly 15 years under its current management, signaling a major change for the community hangout. Chris Wood revealed that the eatery will change hands on March 18. RBC Hospitality Group, led by Richard Corbo and Ken and Vinnie Hager,…

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Federal Appeals Court Sides With New Jersey in Legal Fight Over 3D-Printed Gun Code

In a highly watched case involving “ghost guns” and whether computer code used to produce them is protected by the First Amendment, a federal appeals court sided with New Jersey. The ruling is significant in the national gun regulation and internet speech debate. The Third Circuit reviewed a lower court’s dismissal of Defense Distributed’s claim….

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Supreme Court Blocks Key Trump Tariffs, Leaving $2,000 Rebate Proposal Uncertain

The Supreme Court’s ruling curtailed former President Donald Trump’s ability to impose worldwide tariffs, casting doubt on his $2,000 tariff rebate checks. Trump has not ruled out providing compensation to Americans, but the legal setback has cast doubt on the scheme. The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Trump exceeded his power by justifying broad tariffs…

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Georgia Quarterback Calls Meeting With President Trump an ‘Unforgettable Moment’ at State Rally

President Donald Trump and a young college football player shared the stage at a Georgia campaign rally, attracting political and sporting attention. Trump campaigned for Republican Clay Fuller at Coosa Steel Corp. in Rome, Georgia, on Thursday. Former NFL running back Herschel Walker and Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton were onstage. The look combined politics and…

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First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes to Avoid in 2026

First-time homebuying is exciting and scary. Make a budget, apply for a loan, collect checks, and sign closing paperwork. Beginners often make costly, distressing, or avoidable house-buying blunders. Prepare for these hazards to simplify the trip and make good financial decisions. First-time homebuyers generally underestimate property ownership costs. Property taxes, homeowners insurance, repairs, utilities, and…

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New Jersey Shifts 2026 World Cup Celebration Plan, Replaces Liberty State Park Festival With Statewide Fan Events

New Jersey will no longer hold a 2026 World Cup fan festival in Liberty State Park in Jersey City. State will spend $5 million on fan-focused experiences across the state instead of a weeks-long celebration at one place. Governor Mikie Sherrill said the new method will bring World Cup events to New Jersey cities and…

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