After staff members revealed details about his decades-old criminal conviction, which was overturned and cleared, former Paterson Public Schools media specialist is suing the district in federal court for firing him. The lawsuit states that 64-year-old Askiaa Nash joined Roberto Clemente School in August 2024 to complete a yearlong teacher-residency program that provided training, classroom…
A New Jersey family sued the district for failing to stop middle school weight and mental health bullying for their daughter. A late November legal action charges rampant carelessness at Ho-Ho-Kus Public Schools. The complaint alleges the girl was called “The Titanic” for two years in school. Her friends teased her appearance, anxiety, and OCD…
Summer lightning in Sussex County ended a round of golf, killing one. The club owners are being sued for wrongful death. Lightning killed 28-year-old Franklin Lakes resident Simon John Mariani at Ballyowen Golf Course in early July. Tournament lasted all day. Fans are furious that management didn’t warn sportsmen about storms. Bergen County Superior Court…
Former President Donald Trump received a new FIFA Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington, D.C., sparking an internet frenzy this week. The symbolic gesture from FIFA leadership rapidly became one of the day’s most talked-about viral issues as social media users expressed amazement, laughter, and strong criticism. Trump smiled while…
Phil Mickelson is the latest celebrity to support immigration limits. He said this when former President Donald Trump and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey clashed about Somali immigrants. Mickelson wrote Wednesday on U.S. and foreign illegal immigration sentences. Singapore, Malaysia, Qatar, Russia, North Korea, Hungary, South Africa, and Japan. In prison, they may be beaten, forced…
North Plainfield youth soccer coach arrested for kicking 16-year-old player during game. On October 19, Eliza Youth Soccer and North Plainfield Soccer Elite played at Roselle’s Warinanco Sports Center. Local police alleged coach Gustavo Rosa Plata kicked a lying kid on the sidelines. Union County Police launched a complete investigation after a timely alarm. Government…
In a brief yet honest moment during World Series Game 3, Gary Sheffield gave Justin Bieber unexpected advise. Sheffield later revealed in an interview that a simple conversation in the stands turned into a deep discussion on fatherhood, responsibility, and personal growth. Sheffield said Bieber, a father, wants to change course and build a future….
A Hudson County resident won the $90 million Mega Millions jackpot Tuesday. The New Jersey Lottery reported the lucky ticket was acquired at Bergenline Avenue’s Union City Garden State News. The winner won $41.9M cash. Tuesday’s winning numbers were 17, 25, 26, 53, 60, and Mega Ball 16. A winning Hudson County ticket had identical…
The last full moon of 2025 is this week in December. The “Cold Moon.” Fans and guests will love it. Near-full moon Thursday, December 4. Around 6:15 p.m., the moon will be 99% lit. It rose from 98% Wednesday to Thursday. Fully lit Friday. Its bright light is great for skywatching, photography, and outdoor activities….
A 23-year-old Atlantic City man shot and murdered one youngster and badly injured another. In Philadelphia, the FBI and police captured Louis Jackson on Tuesday. Jackson was arrested around 12:30. on Chester Avenue’s 5000 block by the Atlantic County Prosecutor. The arrest occurred after some time to determine what happened on November 7. Jackson may…
