The latest Jersey Supreme Court’s latest decision could have an impact on cases of shaken infant syndrome, such as the case of a Texas man on death row. Expert testimony about shaken baby syndrome or traumatic head trauma may not be scientifically sound in jury trials. Six justices voted yes and one voted no on…
On Sunday afternoon, two NYC citizens were found dead in a Borgata Hotel room. A major government review followed. At 4:55 p.m., police found Staten Islanders Baoyi Bowie Zheng, 36, and Brooklynite Wei Guo Liang, 68, dead at the hotel. Zheng died of a broken neck and Liang of self-inflicted stab wounds, police said. Police…
The family of two teenage boys who drowned in a Bayonne public school pool free swim session has settled for $26 million. This ends a civil action that exposed school district worker deception and safety violations. The deal follows the June 8, 2022 drowning of 19-year-old Chu Ming Zheng and 16-year-old Jack Jiang in the…
Former president Donald Trump is back in the news. His request to rebrand the GOP was unexpected. The president suggested GOP lawmakers on social media Wednesday. This garnered online comments. He used “Tepublican” & “Tpublican” as a “new word for a TRUMP REPUBLICAN, which is almost everyone (GREAT POLICY IS THE KEY!).” Trump’s branding fixation…
New Jerseyans know Thanksgiving is different here, even though most people are thinking about turkey, pies, and travel. Jersey flavor permeates everything we do—bold, quirky, yet unforgettable. Many around the state are celebrating “Jerseygiving,” a humorous acknowledgment to the weird, hilarious, and simply unusual things that make living here worth it. The latest episode of…
Obalaji Baraka, brother of Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka, was arrested on a 2006 probation violation last week, restarting the decades-old court dispute. The arrest occurred 19 years after the violation and nearly 20 years after the conviction. Obalaji Baraka was convicted of third-degree aggravated assault in a 2004 domestic violence case by Essex County…
New Jersey City— The downtown Elizabeth Ritz Theatre, formerly a popular performing arts venue, is now a great spot for all ages. From Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra to Rihanna, the theater has shaped culture for 99 years. George Castro II and IV run the Ritz Theatre. Events go beyond music. “We see the Ritz…
After Bill Maher asked Lara Trump about President Donald Trump’s outrageous comment about a female White House correspondent last week, her appearance on “Club Random” became contentious. The widely circulated exchange reignited the controversy over the president’s treatment of journalists. Maher urged that Republicans avoid personal attacks, especially toward women, to reduce political division and…
The two-bedroom, two-bath ranch house is vacant after repair. Replacement of windows, siding, roofing, plumbing, electricity, HVAC, and heating. Walking-up attic, partial basement, and master bedroom with ensuite bathroom make the house excellent for living or renting. Home prices in Egg Harbor Township average $435,000. The refurbished residence rents for $2,500/month on site. Locals advise…
Jersey City officials say a 79-year-old man is fighting for his life after a house fire on Tuesday severely injured him and caused significant damage. Local police are probing Saturday morning’s occurrences. Officials reported the Baldwin Avenue single-family home burnt at 1:00 a.m. Smoking caused reactions. Firefighters found a burning basement. Old man was comatose…
