Man Killed, Another Injured In Shooting During Argument Outside Trenton Bar: Police Man Killed, Another Injured In Shooting During Argument Outside Trenton Bar: Police
Man Killed, Another Injured In Shooting During Argument Outside Trenton Bar: Police A Ewing man died and another man was injured in an early morning shooting outside a Trenton bar, authorities said. Kristoffer Givens, 47, was shot and killed outside Al-Lee’s Bar and Lounge on Dickinson Street, Mercer County Prosecutor Theresa Hilton said in a news release. The shooting happened at around 1 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. Trenton police responded to a report of a shooting in progress. Officers learned an argument outside the bar escalated and several shots were fired. Givens was found about a block away on Olden Avenue suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to Cap…
Potent Storm To Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds: Here's When It Will Hit Potent Storm To Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds: Here's When It Will Hit
Potent Storm To Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds: Here's When It Will Hit The arrival of an unsettled pattern will bring several days of wet weather, including a potent storm with gusty winds that could dump up to 4 inches of rainfall in parts of the region. The National Weather Service says the storm will move from the southwest to the east on Tuesday night, Dec. 10, into Wednesday, Dec. 11. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.) The storm, which will accompany a cold front, will bring widespread rainfall of 1 to 2 inches, with 2 to 4 inches in the areas indicated by the darker shade of green in the second image above. During the storm's height, there wi…
Sharp Drop In College Enrollment Raises Alarm Sharp Drop In College Enrollment Raises Alarm
Sharp Drop In College Enrollment Raises Alarm Fewer high school graduates began college this fall, with enrollment in that age group dropping 5 percent from last year, according to an analysis by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.  Four-year institutions were hardest hit, with public colleges seeing an 8.5 percent drop in first-year enrollments and private nonprofit colleges reporting a 6.5 percent decline.  This trend poses significant challenges for colleges and universities, particularly those reliant on tuition revenue.  As the competition for students intensifies, institutions face mounting pressur…
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Largest Deal In Pro Sports History: Juan Soto Signs With NY Mets For $765M Largest Deal In Pro Sports History: Juan Soto Signs With NY Mets For $765M
Largest Deal In Pro Sports History: Juan Soto Signs With NY Mets For $765M It's truly one for the books. New York Yankees free agent right fielder Juan Soto has reportedly agreed to a $765 million, 15-year deal to go crosstown and join the rival Mets. It's the largest deal in pro sports history, with no deferred money, a $75 million signing bonus, and an opt-out after five seasons, according to mlb.com. The signing represents a bold move for Mets owner Steve Cohen in his quest to build a championship-caliber team. He outbid not only the Yankees but also Soto's other suitors: the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Toronto Blue Jays. News…
Fire Claims Life Amid Severe Hoarding Conditions In NJ Home: Officials Fire Claims Life Amid Severe Hoarding Conditions In NJ Home: Officials
Fire Claims Life Amid Severe Hoarding Conditions In NJ Home: Officials A house fire claimed the life of one person on East Pennington Drive in Westampton Township, officials announced Sunday, Dec. 8. The Westampton Fire Department arrived at the blaze within three minutes after the fire broke out at approximately 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire throughout the residence, according to a release from Westampton Township Emergency Services. Severe hoarding conditions inside the home significantly hampered efforts to extinguish the flames and search for potential victims, officials said. Tragically, one person died…
Newly-Released Bodycam Footage Shows DUI Arrest Of Sean Higgins After Gaudreau Brothers' Deaths Newly-Released Bodycam Footage Shows DUI Arrest Of Sean Higgins After Gaudreau Brothers' Deaths
Newly-Released Bodycam Footage Shows DUI Arrest Of Sean Higgins After Gaudreau Brothers' Deaths CBS Philadelphia has released bodycam footage showing the moments leading up to the DUI arrest of Sean Higgins, who struck and killed NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew on Aug. 29, 2024, in New Jersey. The 9-minute, 37-second video, obtained from the New Jersey State Police, captures 43-year-old Higgins, of Woodstown, being walked through field sobriety tests by officers. During the interaction, Higgins admits to consuming five to six beers since noon that day. At one point during the test, Higgins says: "I'm sorry I'm just freaked out what am I supposed to be doing again?" …
Two Football Coaches Among 6 Dead In Newark Wreck (UPDATE) Two Football Coaches Among 6 Dead In Newark Wreck (UPDATE)
Two Football Coaches Among 6 Dead In Newark Wreck (Update) The New Jersey high school football community is mourning the loss of two Hudson Catholic coaches who were among six people killed in a fiery crash in Newark over the weekend, officials said. Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop confirmed in a statement on X that two of the victims were Hudson Catholic football coaches. They were later identified as head coach Lamar McKnight and assistant coach Brad Cunningham, according to various news outlets and high school sports teams. McKnight, a Jersey City native, took over as Hudson Catholic’s head coach last December. A standout athlete at Lincoln High …
NY 'Star Trek' Fan Beams Up Legal Help In Battle Over Vanity Plate Snafu NY 'Star Trek' Fan Beams Up Legal Help In Battle Over Vanity Plate Snafu
NY 'Star Trek' Fan Beams Up Legal Help In Battle Over Vanity Plate Snafu A Long Island woman is contesting tickets issued from all over the nation tied to her distinctive "Star Trek" vanity license plates despite not having driven her car in four years, according to a new report. Beda Koorey, a 76-year-old resident of Huntington and a devoted "Star Trek" fan, believes her license plates were cloned, resulting in tickets for violations in locations she never visited, according to CBS News. She says she's even being billed for E-ZPass tolls. The plates bore the same number as the Starship Enterprise: NCC-1701.  Click here to read the complete CBS News repor…
New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan
New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan New images released by authorities show the suspect in the brazen targeted killing of the CEO of one of the nation's largest healthcare companies in midtown Manhattan fleeing the crime scene in the back of a taxi cab. The NYPD released the latest images early Sunday morning, Dec. 8.  "The full investigative efforts of the NYPD are continuing, and we are asking for the public's help," the NYPD said in a statement accompanying the release of the new images. Anyone with information about the suspect and the case is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). For…
This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings
This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings Moving On Up: Here's Where NYC Ranks Among World's Best Cities New York City has made significant progress in a new list of the world's best cities.  The 2024 Top 100 City Destinations Index, published by Euromonitor International, ranks global cities based on tourism performance, sustainability, and economic strength. While Paris retained its crown as the top city, New York City climbed higher on the list, continuing to cement its place as a top global destination. It was ranked 10th last year, and is now at No. 6. The Top 10 cities in the rankings include: No. 1: Paris. No. 2: Ma…
Eggnog, Step Aside: NJ Coquito Queen Spreads Holiday Joy With Every Sip Eggnog, Step Aside: NJ Coquito Queen Spreads Holiday Joy With Every Sip
Eggnog, Step Aside: NJ Coquito Queen Spreads Holiday Joy With Every Sip This holiday season, New Yorkers and New Jerseyans are raising their glasses to Coquito, the creamy, coconut-infused Puerto Rican drink that’s outshining eggnog as the region’s go-to festive cocktail, a new study by Drinksworld shows. The creamy blend of coconut milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and rum is cementing its place as a holiday classic, showcasing the Northeast’s diverse tastes and cultural influences.  The study, which analyzed Google search data for festive drinks, found Coquito leading the pack in NY and NJ, while Eggnog topped the charts in 12 states and Hot Buttered Rum in 10. F…
Winning Numbers For Saturday, Dec. 7 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $260M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Saturday, Dec. 7 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $260M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Saturday, Dec. 7 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $260M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Saturday, Dec. 7 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $260 million with a $125.5 million cash option after there was no winner in the past week. If no Lottery player claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9. The winning numbers for Saturday's drawing were 01-31-43-55-57 with a Powerball of 22 and the Power Play was 2X. Powerball39 Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus…
Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide
Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide Wendy’s has started planned closures of 140 restaurants across the US. The closures are part of a strategic effort to streamline operations and focus on more profitable locations amid rising operational costs and stiff competition. Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner said the restaurant selected for closure are “outdated and located in underperforming areas,” according to CEO Today. The closures are expected to end by year's end. Two Ohio locations were among the first to close, according to the Dayton Daily News. Other locations of scheduled closures have not been released. Customers voiced frustr…
Drugstore Deserts On Rise Amid Nationwide Pharmacy Closures Drugstore Deserts On Rise Amid Nationwide Pharmacy Closures
Drugstore Deserts On Rise Amid Nationwide Pharmacy Closures Nearly 30 percent of US pharmacies closed between 2010 and 2021, according to a new study in the health-policy publication Health Affairs. The research, led by University of California Berkeley assistant professor Jenny S. Guadamuz and colleagues, analyzed data from the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs, county health statistics, and ZIP Code demographic surveys.  Of the 88,930 retail pharmacies operating in 2010, almost one-third shuttered by 2021, with those in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods disproportionately affected, Independent pharmacies were hit ha…
PA Motorcyclist, 24, Killed In NJ Turnpike Crash: State Police PA Motorcyclist, 24, Killed In NJ Turnpike Crash: State Police
PA Motorcyclist, 24, Killed In NJ Turnpike Crash: State Police A 24-year-old motorcyclist from Pennsylvania was killed in a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike Friday night, Dec. 6, state police said. Troopers responded to the northbound inner roadway near milepost 77 in South Brunswick at approximately 7:48 p.m. following a report of a crash, officials said. A preliminary investigation revealed that Torbjorn Vetland, of Stroudsburg, PA, was riding a Harley Davidson motorcycle northbound on the right shoulder when he struck the guardrail, causing the motorcycle to overturn. Vetland was ejected from the bike and died, state police said. The crash remains …
Long-Range Forecast Reveals Separate Storm Chances Christmas Week Long-Range Forecast Reveals Separate Storm Chances Christmas Week
Long-Range Forecast Reveals Separate Storm Chances Christmas Week Dreaming of a White Christmas? You may get your wish. Long-range weather models indicate the chance for two separate storm systems during Christmas Week, occurring right before and after Wednesday, Dec. 25. The first system is anticipated on Monday, Dec. 23. With overnight low temperatures in the upper teens and low 20s, and daytime highs around the freezing mark, the precipitation is likely to fall as snow.   The second chance for a storm that week will occur on Thursday, Dec. 26, when high temperatures are expected to reach the upper 30s to low 40s, which could result in r…
Haddonfield Wrestler-Turned-Coach Dies Suddenly At 32 Haddonfield Wrestler-Turned-Coach Dies Suddenly At 32
Haddonfield Wrestler-Turned-Coach Dies Suddenly At 32 Kristopher Rahn, 32, a dedicated wrestling coach and devoted family man originally from Haddonfield, New Jersey, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Dec. 3, leaving behind his wife, Loren, and their 3-month-old daughter, Mallory, family members said. Rahn began his wrestling journey at OLPH Elementary School in Maple Shade, New Jersey, under his uncle’s guidance. He excelled at Haddonfield High School and continued his career at Gannon University, where he pledged the Delta Chi Fraternity in 2012, according to the fraternity's official website. He later transferred to Baker University, earn…
Boar’s Head Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak Linked To 10 Deaths Ends After 61 Illnesses: CDC Boar’s Head Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak Linked To 10 Deaths Ends After 61 Illnesses: CDC
Boar’s Head Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak Linked To 10 Deaths Ends After 61 Illnesses: CDC The deadly Listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats is over, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says. Boar's Head recalled all deli products made at its Jarratt, Virginia facility in July 2024, due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.  The recall included prepackaged deli products and ready-to-eat liverwurst. The CDC announced the conclusion of its investigation, noting that the outbreak resulted in 61 confirmed illnesses across 19 states. Among those affected, 60 were hospitalized, and 10 deaths were reported, underscoring the severity of the cont…
Winning Numbers For Friday, Dec. 6 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $579M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Friday, Dec. 6 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $579M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Friday, Dec. 6 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $579M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Friday, Dec. 6 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $579 million with a $278/4 million cash option. The winning numbers were 16-21-33-39-45 with a Mega Ball of 24 and a Megaplier of 2X. MegaMillions If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Lottery players have a 1 in 302,575,350 chance of winning a Mega Millions jackpot by matching all five balls plus the gold Mega Ball, according to officials. Prizes then range fro…
Central Jersey School Board Member Charged With Child Porn Possession, Prosecutors Say Central Jersey School Board Member Charged With Child Porn Possession, Prosecutors Say
Central Jersey School Board Member Charged With Child Porn Possession, Prosecutors Say A Farmingdale school board member and crossing guard was accused of having child pornography, authorities said. William Shaffer, 47, was arrested on Friday, Dec. 6, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said in a news release. He was charged with third-degree possession of child sexual abuse materials. The county prosecutor's office received a tip in September from a cloud-based software company through the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Investigators learned Shaffer had been viewing and possessing child porn. Shaffer was taken into custody by the hig…
Feds Issue Order For National Milk Testing To Monitor Bird Flu Feds Issue Order For National Milk Testing To Monitor Bird Flu
Feds Issue Order For National Milk Testing To Monitor Bird Flu The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is stepping up efforts to monitor avian influenza (better known as bird flu) with a new federal order mandating national testing of raw milk for the H5N1 virus. The order requires all producers of raw, unpasteurized milk across the US to provide samples for testing as part of a broad initiative to prevent the spread of bird flu from potentially infected dairy cattle to humans.  The move follows recent detections of the virus in dairy herds in several states, underscoring the importance of controlling outbreaks at the source. While pas…
School Crossing Guard Hit At Crosswalk, Critically Injured In South Jersey Crash: Police School Crossing Guard Hit At Crosswalk, Critically Injured In South Jersey Crash: Police
School Crossing Guard Hit At Crosswalk, Critically Injured In South Jersey Crash: Police A Burlington City school crossing guard was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle while on duty at a crosswalk, authorities said. Officers responded to the crash at the intersection of Jacksonville Road and James Street at around 7:20 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 6, the City of Burlington Police Department said in a news release. The guard was hit in the marked crosswalk by a vehicle heading south on Jacksonville. The guard's identity wasn't released as of press time. Paramedics rushed the guard to Capital Health Regional Medical Center and was listed in criti…
NJ Chef's Beloved Family Dishes Win On Buddy Valastro's New Holiday Cooking Show NJ Chef's Beloved Family Dishes Win On Buddy Valastro's New Holiday Cooking Show
NJ Chef's Beloved Family Dishes Win On Buddy Valastro's New Holiday Cooking Show An East Brunswick chef will bring a cooking award home for the holidays after appearing in a new culinary competition series. Maricel Gentile was named a holiday champion on "Buddy's Holiday Recipe Rumble", a competitive cooking show hosted by Hoboken native Buddy Valastro, who's also known as the "Cake Boss." The series started streaming on Hulu on Friday, Dec. 6. Gentile is the owner of a culinary school called Maricel’s Kitchen. The cooking studio on Main Street specializes in Filipino dishes and other Asian cuisines. Gentile, her husband Paul, and their youngest son Paul…
Subway Death: Judge Dismisses Manslaughter Charge Against Ex-Marine In NJ Street Artist's Death Subway Death: Judge Dismisses Manslaughter Charge Against Ex-Marine In NJ Street Artist's Death
Subway Death: Judge Dismisses Manslaughter Charge Against Ex-Marine In NJ Street Artist's Death A New York judge dismissed the top criminal count against an ex-Marine accused of choking a New Jersey street artist to death aboard a Manhattan subway after the jury deadlocked. Manhattan Judge Maxwell Wiley granted a defense motion to dismiss the manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny late Friday afternoon, Dec. 6, after jurors were unable to reach a verdict on the top count, NBC News reports. The dismissal came hours after jurors told Wiley they were deadlocked on whether Penny was guilty of second-degree manslaughter and the judge ordered them to continue deliberations.…
'Unexplained Drones' Fly Over Jersey Shore, Adding To Statewide Mystery 'Unexplained Drones' Fly Over Jersey Shore, Adding To Statewide Mystery
'Unexplained Drones' Fly Over Jersey Shore, Adding To Statewide Mystery Drones were spotted flying along the Jersey Shore in the latest mysterious sighting in the Garden State, authorities said. In a Facebook post, the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department said three drones were seen at night on Thursday, Dec. 5. The drones reportedly flew over the town's southern coastline and train tracks. Following protocol from the state police Regional Operations and Intelligence Center, officers notified the appropriate state and federal agencies. "I am working closely with our police department and my law enforcement contacts to determine the origin and purpose of thes…
Navy Sailor Left Grieving Dog Sees Community Support After NJ Hit-Run Navy Sailor Left Grieving Dog Sees Community Support After NJ Hit-Run
Navy Sailor Left Grieving Dog Sees Community Support After NJ Hit-Run Support is on the rise for a 25-year-old Atlantic County man and former US Navy sailor who was left with critical injuries in a hit-and-run crash, which also killed his dog. Syed Hoque and his dog, Duca, were struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday, Nov. 30, in Absecon, authorities said. The crash occurred shortly after midnight at Highland Boulevard and Marlborough Avenue, where Duca was tragically killed. Syed was transported to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center with serious injuries requiring extensive medical treatment and surgeries, police said. The driver, id…
Secret Rutgers Drug Network Exposed: Seven Arrested In Undercover Bust, Prosecutors Say Secret Rutgers Drug Network Exposed: Seven Arrested In Undercover Bust, Prosecutors Say
Secret Rutgers Drug Network Exposed: Seven Arrested In Undercover Bust, Prosecutors Say A covert social media network used by Rutgers University students to buy and sell drugs led to seven arrests following a months-long investigation, authorities said. The seven were arrested as part of the "Operation RU Pharm" investigation, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said in a news release on Thursday, Dec. 5. The undercover operation exposed a private social media network used by Rutgers students to distribute and purchase drugs. Investigators said they uncovered the online platform created by a former Rutgers student. Dealers posted menus of drugs for students w…
Healthcare Companies Boost Executive Security After CEO's Manhattan Slaying Healthcare Companies Boost Executive Security After CEO's Manhattan Slaying
Healthcare Companies Boost Executive Security After CEO's Manhattan Slaying Healthcare companies are intensifying security measures for their executives following the targeted fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in midtown Manhattan this week. The incident prompted security officials at major companies to hold a conference call on Wednesday, Dec. 4, the day of the shooting, to assess risks for their senior leadership teams, according to the Financial Times. “Could this happen to us? What are we not doing today that we could be doing?" Dave Komendat, founder of a risk management service told the outlet. "These were the questions chief sec…
Photo Released Of People Wanted In Suspicious Wildfire Near South Jersey Sculpture: Troopers Photo Released Of People Wanted In Suspicious Wildfire Near South Jersey Sculpture: Troopers
Photo Released Of People Wanted In Suspicious Wildfire Near South Jersey Sculpture: Troopers Troopers have shared a photo of five people that may be linked to a suspicious wildfire that scorched 40 acres near Hainesport Township’s iconic "Big Rusty" sculpture, authorities said. State police released the photo of what appeared to be five teens or young adults in a Facebook post on Friday, Dec. 6. They were wanted in connection with the Big Rusty Wildfire, which erupted on Monday, Nov. 18, and threatened 20 homes. The wildfire ignited near Bancroft Lane and Cove Court at approximately 4:39 p.m. The surveillance photo showed one person in a red or pink hoodie, another wearing a hoodie…
Registered Sex Offender From Camden Who Trafficked Three Children Sentenced, Feds Say Registered Sex Offender From Camden Who Trafficked Three Children Sentenced, Feds Say
Registered Sex Offender From Camden Who Trafficked Three Children Sentenced, Feds Say A Camden man will spend more than 21 years in prison for sex trafficking three children, authorities said. Semaj Gilmore, 35, was sentenced on Thursday, Dec. 5 to 21 years and eight months in federal prison, New Jersey's U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said in a news release. He previously pleaded guilty to three counts of sex trafficking minors. Gilmore has been in custody since April 2021, when authorities discovered a missing Pennsylvania child was being advertised for sexual services on a website frequently used for prostitution. An undercover federal agent contacted …