Your NJ Grocery Bill Just Got A New Layer Of Protection
That grocery price isn't supposed to depend on who you are.
Under a new law signed Thursday, July 23, by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, New Jersey shoppers can no longer be charged different prices for the same groceries and other necessities based on their personal data
Known as surveillance pricing, the practice uses artificial intelligence and consumer data, including online activity, location, and purchase history, to charge different shoppers different prices for the exact same products based on what an algorithm predicts they're willing or able to pay, often without their knowledge, accord…
Virginia Man Tried To Get Ex Arrested After Threatening To Kill Her, FBI Agent, Feds Say
He didn't stop at threatening to kill his ex-girlfriend.
Federal prosecutors say a Virginia man also threatened to murder her boyfriend, target her family, and even an FBI agent before trying to convince his own relatives in law enforcement to have her falsely arrested.
Norfolk resident Christopher Martin Herr, 33, admitted in federal court on Thursday, July 23, that he attempted to tamper with a witness after months of allegedly terrorizing the woman while he was under investigation.
According to court records, it began on May 3, 2025.
Herr repeatedly called his then-ex-girlfriend, ident…
Beach Boys Summer Tour Paused — Jones Beach Show In Limbo
A “Beach Boys” tour fronted by Mike Love has called off several shows across the northeast this summer.
Love, 85, has been leading the Beach Boys tour since March, though he is the only original member of the band involved in the performances, according to Rolling Stone.
But on Wednesday, July 22, Love announced that all concerts until Sept. 24 had been temporarily postponed. The affected shows include:
Friday, July 24 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY
Saturday, July 25 at American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA
Sunday, July 26 at Univest Performance Center in Quakertown, …
Bridgeport Caribbean Jerk Festival Rescheduled, Memorial Tribute Planned
Bridgeport’s 18th Annual Caribbean Jerk Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 25, after inclement weather forced a change in plans.
The city said the event will run from noon to 8 p.m. at the Seaside Park Band Shell, bringing Caribbean food, live entertainment, cultural performances, vendors, and family activities to Bridgeport.
According to the City of Bridgeport’s Facebook post, the West Indian American Association of Greater Bridgeport is inviting the community to take part in the daylong celebration of Caribbean culture, cuisine, and community.
Festivalgoers can expect jerk …
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Connecticut's Best Dive Bar Has 'Cool Graffiti,' Live Music ... And 'Chairs!'
If you're looking for a "perfectly grungy" bar experience, New Haven has the spot for you.
It's called Cafe Nine, and it has everything. "Cool graffiti," "a divey atmosphere, but not too divey," "a tiny bathroom," "live music from cool up-and-coming independent bands," and "chairs!"
Those were taken from nearly 70 Yelp reviews for the 250 State St. bar, which was recently named Connecticut's best dive bar by the Takeout.
The reviews read less like customer feedback and more like a checklist of everything dive bar devotees are after: history literally written on the walls, …
Man Assaulted Woman, Stole Her Jewelry At Red Roof Inn: Secaucus PD
A 39-yearold Bordentown man was arrested and charged after he robbed a woman at a Red Roof Inn, authorities announced Thursday, July 23.
At 5:32 a.m., on Monday, June 6, officers responded to the hotel at 15 Meadowlands Pkwy after a man, Freddie Mendenhall forced his way into a woman's room, assaulted her and stole her cash and jewelry, Secaucus Police said. Mendenhall then fled the scene, police said.
An investigation identified Mendenhall as the subject and determined he specifically targeted the woman, police said. He was arrested at his home in Bordentown, police said.
Mendenhall is ch…
St. Ann Feast Brings 4 Days Of Food, Music, Family Fun To Norwalk
The St. Ann Feast will bring four days of food, entertainment, and children’s activities to Norwalk from Thursday, July 23, through Sunday, July 26.
According to St. Ann’s Facebook post, the celebration will feature food, music, entertainment, and family fun throughout the weekend.
The feast will run from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday.
The event is being held at Saint Ann’s Club, a Norwalk organization dedicated to celebrating Italian heritage, culture, traditions, and values.
The club describes itself as a community where people can conne…
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100-Plus Vendors, Live Music Set For Ridgefield SummerFest
Downtown Ridgefield will come alive with more than 100 vendors, live entertainment, family activities, shopping specials, and food during SummerFest on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
The event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with attractions planned along Main Street and at Bailey Avenue, the Ridgefield Library, Lounsbury House, and other downtown locations.
According to the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook post, Main Street will feature artisans, makers, specialty vendors, and community organizations. Downtown businesses will also feature sidewalk sales, giveaways, promotions, dining s…
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Woman Punched, Choked, Robbed In Lawrence Domestic Assault: Police
A New York man punched and choked a woman on Long Island on Wednesday night, July 22, police said.
Wikash Sant, 38, of Queens, was in an argument with a 43-year-old woman at a home in north Lawrence, the Nassau County Police Department said.
Sant punched the woman in the face, then wrapped his arm around her neck, choked her, and threatened her life, investigators said. He also snatched the woman’s phone to stop her from calling 911, according to police.
But the woman escaped and fled the scene on foot, and police arrived around 11:45 p.m., authorities said. Sant was charged with second-de…
Chilling Demand Revealed From First Nancy Guthrie Ransom Note
A message at the center of one of the nation’s most closely watched missing-person cases is now being heard in its chilling entirety.
Crime journalist Briana Whitney revealed the contents of the first ransom note in the Nancy Guthrie case during a special “Crime Junkie” podcast episode released Wednesday, July 22.
Guthrie, 84, is the mother of NBC “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. She vanished from her Tucson, Arizona, home on Sunday, Feb. 1.
The note began:
“Hello, Savannah. We have your mother, Nancy. She is safe but scared. She will be held for ransom, and once payment is received, s…
New Rankings Reveal America's Most Loved Cities
A new travel ranking is giving vacation dreamers a fresh reason to argue over the map.
Travel + Leisure released its 2026 World's Best Awards list of the best cities in the US on Monday, July 7, after readers weighed in on their favorite travel experiences.
The magazine’s readers put Santa Fe, New Mexico, at No. 1 with a score of 88.85, ahead of Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia, according to Travel + Leisure.
Santa Fe also ranked No. 19 among the best cities in the world. Travel + Leisure highlighted its sunshine, food, skiing, and cultural stops, including the Georgia O'K…
