A huge dispute between YouTube TV and The Walt Disney Company has cut off millions of customers from some of the most popular US TV channels. Disney-owned networks like ABC, ESPN, FX, and National Geographic were removed from YouTube TV after the firms failed to secure a new distribution agreement. For over 9.4 million YouTube…
In February 2024, Mahwah police seized 43 one-ounce gold bars during a Route 17 traffic check. The sale highlights municipal asset recovery initiatives. The operation began with a Bergen County vehicle stop, showcasing how local law enforcement may boost town budgets. The gold bars were removed after two persons in the vehicle denied knowing about…
Opossum Road in Somerset County, New Jersey, burned Friday morning. Fire threatened a crippled elderly woman. Around 4:13 a.m., Montgomery Township police, firefighters, and EMTs found the entire house on fire. Heavy smoke and heat startled everyone inside. First responders heard an elderly person inside. One officer found more people who could help find the…
Thousands of New Jersey SNAP recipients received their late payments this week, giving families a break from food insecurity. The delay was caused by the longest US federal government shutdown. The benefits suspension left many people without essential sustenance in November. A federal judge ordered SNAP to rapidly obtain cash and deliver payments to reinstate…
Grocery retailers need a waiver from the USDA to offer SNAP discounts or incentives. This warning comes as millions of food-assistance recipients face government shutdown uncertainty. SNAP-participating food shops must now treat assistance beneficiaries equally under USDA requirements. The “Equal Treatment Rule” ensures qualifying food commodities are priced and terms equally. Sales tax is waived…
Trump cited a Walmart Christmas dinner bundle as proof that his government is helping American families save money. He claimed that the retailer’s 2025 Thanksgiving dinner package is 25% cheaper than last year’s and that the cost of living is lowering under his watch, despite complaints. Closer inspection of the statistics and context shows that…
The airline industry is experiencing unique volatility as Newark Liberty International Airport, one of America’s biggest airports, enters long-term flight limitations. United Airlines has expanded refund and rebooking options for customers traveling during decreased operations to lessen passenger strain and sustain hub operations. Because of air traffic control manpower shortages, aging radar equipment, and operational…
In Bergen County, New Jersey, an Oath Keepers candidate gained a position on the Northern Valley Regional High School District board of education, highlighting changing voter priorities and triggering new education policy and political identity discussions. The freshly elected board member, 71, and Republican municipal party chairman in Northvale, New Jersey, ran unopposed until a…
The recent New Jersey governor’s election was undecided in most polls. Pollsters and politicians were startled when Mikie Sherrill defeated Jack Ciattarelli. Many public polls gave Sherrill a small lead near election day. The race was expected to draw closer. Analysts and politicians projected a close race. The winner had a big lead at the…
Strangers in South Carolina kidnapped a New Jersey college student on Halloween. Authorities believe a tragedy has occurred. Owen Kenney, 19, of Tinton Falls committed suicide after new video evidence. Kenney disappeared October 31 on the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, according to Charleston police. Police found Kenney murdered himself on the bridge’s pedestrian walkway at…
