Amtrak announced a $27 million Northeast Corridor rail infrastructure investment before summer commuting. Regulars wanted a smoother ride. The 2024 “summer of hell” controversy prompted the upgrade to reduce breakdowns and delays. All signs indicate commuters felt better. July saw fewer severe Amtrak intercity and NJ Transit commuter delays. Recurring track faults and signal issues…
On Monday night, a Gloucester County pickup truck hit a man carrying a broken barbecue grill. He may die from injuries. Police say a pickup truck grill fell off at Main Street and Lambs Road in Mantua Township, New Jersey, at 7:30 p.m. Someone left the truck and crossed the road to clarify. The grill…
Just before Veterans Day, former President Barack Obama unexpectedly greeted a flight of veterans in Washington, D.C., highlighting the nation’s growing appreciation for military service. Many Korean and Vietnam War veterans arrived on a Midwest “honor flight” for the event. President Obama welcomed everyone as the plane landed. Veterans gasped and shouted “What!” ”, making…
In an angry monologue, Jon Stewart chastised Senate Democrats and Republicans for reopening the government without healthcare subsidies. Eight Democrats backed Republicans on the funding bill despite vowing to block any deal without ACA tax credits. Stewart called the result “a world-class collapse,” saying Democrats lost bargaining power after election gains. Stewart noted that the…
Scott Presler, a conservative grassroots organizer, advised former President Donald J. Trump and Republican Party leadership to use all voting methods in the 2026 midterms Presler warned that unless the GOP expands voter outreach, it risks losing its House majority and reviving impeachment proceedings after Democrats won several key state and local races. Republican voter…
YouGov says younger Americans prefer Donald Trump Jr. This could make him important in the 2028 GOP presidential race. Trump Jr. receives more votes from 18–29 and 30–44-year-olds. Changes GOP youth support. The poll found 25% of right-leaning Republicans and independents under 30 want Trump Jr. as the GOP’s 2028 nominee. This is up significantly…
An 18-year-old Woodbridge shipping and logistics worker was arrested by federal immigration authorities. New Jersey high school graduate. Suero worried about her son’s safety after his late Sunday night move. ICE arrested 46 Savino Del Bene employees in Avenel, Woodbridge, including Bello-Cabrera. Jhonatan called his mother at 2 a.m. to say a guard had ordered…
Former President Donald Trump again criticized the NFL’s updated kickoff rule. On a popular sports podcast, Trump called the new system “terrible” for reducing football games’ excitement and spectacle. Trump claims the changes reduce safety and fans’ favorite flow and pageantry. Trump, who mixes politics and sports, told NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell that high-speed collisions…
New Jersey judge allowed the driver accused of killing Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew to testify for the prosecution. The Gaudreau brothers were biking in Salem County when Sean M. Higgins, 44, was charged with the fatal August 2024 crash. Higgins’ lawyers requested suppressed crash and interview police statements. The defense claimed that Higgins…
New Jersey governor Phil Murphy has granted 48 more pardons and commutations, increasing his total to 217. The governor has granted four major clemency orders since the state created its first advisory council for these cases. His commitment to second chances and criminal justice reform is evident. Criminals for murder, manslaughter, armed robbery, and drug…
