New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill called the Pentagon’s probe of Sen. Mark Kelly a disturbing misuse of authority during a political crisis. Kelly featured in a video with five other Democratic senators telling military and intelligence professionals they are not compelled to execute unlawful instructions, prompting a Pentagon probe. Pentagon sources said Kelly’s military background…
On Sunday, the Lions beat the Giants 34–27 in overtime. Fans became resentful and worried about the team. The Giants’ defense again faltered at vital times, preventing an upset. Interim head coach Mike Kafka called numerous risky plays. Under Kafka, they lost six straight and started 0-2. The score is 2-10. Jameis Winston tossed for…
A Morris Plains motorist killed a pedestrian on Thanksgiving Eve, disrupting the festivities. The town was startled hours before the holiday. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on West Hanover Avenue near Stiles Avenue, a residential area with heavy nighttime traffic, according to neighborhood officials. Investigators claimed the man was hospitalized after walking wounded himself….
ICE detained Jersey Kebab co-owner Emine Emanet at her Elizabeth, New Jersey restaurant months ago, causing an unfathomable nightmare. She was separated from her family and life for 14 days in a freezing prison cell. Her family and neighborhood were shaken by her sudden arrest, wondering what would happen. Emine is home with her family,…
New Jersey drivers may wait years for driverless cars. New Jersey Senate and Assembly legislation could delay self-driving taxis for five years. The Transportation Committee supported the measure, which the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee will evaluate. The proposed law would require autonomous vehicles to complete a five-year pilot program, including three years of on-road…
Former President Donald Trump is contacting his staunchest supporters about a $2,000 tariff stimulus check. The tariff-funded refund, which Trump has touted, may benefit low- and middle-income Americans, but eligibility specifics are still being decided. Trump said earlier this month that these payments may be made in mid-2026. While income restrictions and qualification criteria are…
Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego reacts to right-wing activist Jack Posobiec’s text message leak. Gallego criticized the Democratic Party’s culture and social media outreach. The leaked texts said Democrats “don’t look like the fun party” and criticized party members’ public behavior. The leaflets also implied Democrats are no longer carefree and young. The publications were honest…
It was reported this week that Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene fought right-wing broadcaster Mike Cernovich over her early resignation. Last Friday, MAGA enthusiast Greene revealed she would resign from her House seat on January 5, 2026, startling supporters and critics. Greene explained in a multi-minute X video that she left early to shield…
Franklin High School in Somerset celebrates a milestone this Christmas. At the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting, the school’s GoldN’Blues choir will gain national exposure. The choir won the annual NBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47 Star Choir competition. On December 3, NBC’s “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” will include GoldN’Blues performing “Joy to the…
Turtle Back Zoo in Essex County, New Jersey, delivered its first lion babies on Monday. Zoo births are important since they’ve been keeping animals for years. Zookeepers are monitoring the cubs and Makena because these first days are “extra critical and uncertain” for their wellbeing. As first-time parents, Makena and Demarcus matter genetically. Young cubs…
