A youngster was charged in Teaneck, New Jersey, after a 19-year-old guy was shot multiple times with gel pellets from a toy gun. Authorities say the victim was attacked after being questioned about his opinions on Israel and Palestine, raising worries about bias. Investigations indicate the incident occurred around 6:10 p.m. Sunday near Teaneck’s 600…
NJ.com’s new true-crime podcast revisits a terrible chapter in North Jersey’s recent history, bringing attention. The series, “Someone’s Hunting Us,” concluded its investigation into serial killer Khalil Wheeler-Weaver’s years-long targeting of young Black girls and women. The podcast covers both the atrocities and those who kept the victims’ tales alive. The series examines how 20-year-old…
A senior White House spokeswoman did not rule out a military draft if tensions with Iran grow, sparking a fresh conservative political confrontation. A longtime Republican ally of President Donald Trump instantly criticized the comments, highlighting deepening party splits over how far the US should go in global conflicts. On March 9, Fox News’ “Sunday…
A 42-year-old New Jersey man was arrested for defrauding an elderly resident and keeping thousands of dollars from the automobile transaction. The case raises issues about elder financial exploitation and how trust can be utilized to commit fraud. After building a personal relationship with the senior citizen, Bloomingdale police say Branislav Vasljevic convinced him to…
U.S. President Donald Trump called the recent rise in global oil prices a “small price” for long-term security and stability. He spoke as crude oil prices rose around $120 per barrel on Monday amid rising US-Iran military tensions. The sudden rise has worried Americans that fuel prices could rise further in the coming days. On…
A New Jersey Transit bus hit a person near one of Philadelphia’s busiest historic sites on Sunday evening, killing him. Police said the incident happened at 5:50 p.m. near Independence Mall and Arch Street. The 50-year-old man was hit by a NJ Transit bus while in the neighborhood, according to police. After reports of the…
A giant digital billboard in Newark, New Jersey, by a nationwide veterans organization calls for the elimination of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This week, a bright electronic billboard in downtown Newark displayed the message. Chapter 21 of Veterans for Peace, a national coalition of former military personnel who promote peace and civil freedoms, funded…
Rising interest rates are affecting consumers, sellers, and investors in the U.S. home market in 2026. To control inflation and stabilize the economy, the Federal Reserve raised borrowing prices after years of low rates. These changes affect housing affordability, sales, and investor strategy. Interest rates raise mortgage expenses, making monthly payments more expensive for new…
A massive fire destroyed a two-story apartment building in Dunellen, New Jersey, late Friday night, forcing people to evacuate and leaving substantial damage. Local officials said the fast-moving fire started in a residential building on the 300 block of Front Street and quickly became a multi-alarm disaster requiring a big regional fire department response. Friday…
A stellar season earned Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis a historic contract extension. The decision shows the team’s faith in Davis’s growth since joining the league. A source told NJ.com that the Eagles and Davis signed a three-year, $78 million agreement. The highest NFL nose tackle contract ever is $65 million in guaranteed money….
