Democrat Rebecca Bennett Unseats Tom Kean, Flips NJ's 7th Congressional District Democrat Rebecca Bennett Unseats Tom Kean, Flips NJ's 7th Congressional District Democrat Rebecca Bennett Unseats Tom Kean, Flips NJ's 7th Congressional District
Democrat Rebecca Bennett Unseats Tom Kean, Flips NJ's 7th Congressional District It's back to blue for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District. Rebecca Bennett, a Democrat and former Navy helicopter pilot, has defeated Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., following a monthslong absence from Congress, Decision Desk HQ, a leading provider of election results, projected just after 9:45 p.m. The healthcare executive defeated the two-term incumbent in one of New Jersey's most closely watched congressional races on Tuesday, Nov. 3, leading Kean by more than 53,000 votes with 76% counted as of 9:46 p.m., according to Decision Desk HQ.  Bennett had 145,664 votes (60.30…

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Six Major NJ Races To Watch As Polls Close On Election Night Six Major NJ Races To Watch As Polls Close On Election Night Six Major NJ Races To Watch As Polls Close On Election Night
Six Major NJ Races To Watch As Polls Close On Election Night Control of Congress is on the line on Election Day as New Jersey voters head to the polls in several closely watched races, including a Republican-held swing district that could help give Democrats control of Congress. All 12 of New Jersey's U.S. House seats are up for election, along with Sen Cory Booker, D-NJ. Democrats currently hold nine House seats, while Republicans hold three. Here are six races drawing attention across the Garden State: 7th Congressional District: Tom Kean Jr. vs. Rebecca Bennett Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. is seeking a third term against Democrat Rebecca Be…
FBI Ballot Probe Takes Non-Criminal Turn After Chester County Hazmat Scare FBI Ballot Probe Takes Non-Criminal Turn After Chester County Hazmat Scare FBI Ballot Probe Takes Non-Criminal Turn After Chester County Hazmat Scare
FBI Ballot Probe Takes Non-Criminal Turn After Chester County Hazmat Scare A suspicious mail-in ballot that triggered a Pennsylvania government building lockdown is now being treated as a non-criminal matter after preliminary testing found no biohazard, authorities announced Monday, Nov. 2. The ballot was traced to an elderly man who deposited it at a local drop box and cooperated with investigators, according to the Chester County District Attorney’s Office. The ballot has been invalidated, and the voter was referred to Chester County Voter Services so he can recast his ballot in accordance with Pennsylvania law, authorities said. The findings follow a joint inv…
‘This Is Going To End Tragically Tonight’: Man Found Dead After Philly Barricade ‘This Is Going To End Tragically Tonight’: Man Found Dead After Philly Barricade ‘This Is Going To End Tragically Tonight’: Man Found Dead After Philly Barricade
‘This Is Going To End Tragically Tonight’: Man Found Dead After Philly Barricade A man who warned relatives that “this is going to end tragically tonight” was pronounced dead inside a Philadelphia home following a barricade situation Tuesday evening, Nov. 3, sources told Daily Voice. Officers from the 7th Police District responded to the 1500 block of Kallaste Drive at approximately 6:11 p.m. for a domestic disturbance involving a 72-year-old man who refused to leave the residence, sources said. Philadelphia police previously confirmed the response time and his refusal to come outside. Officers contacted a relative who reported that the man had sent multiple messages to…
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NJ Officer Won't Face Charges In Deadly Shooting Of Man Who Murdered Family: AG A grand jury declined to file criminal charges against a Piscataway police officer who fatally shot a man at a scene that left four people dead, authorities announced Tuesday, Nov. 3. Following deliberations, the grand jury voted "no bill", meaning no charges will be filed against John Ward for the deadly shooting of Jordan Barnes,  New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said. At 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, Piscataway police received a 911 call where a woman was heard yelling, "Stop! Stop!" along with other commotion and yelling. The woman was later identified as Jeanmarie Bar…

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Popular Sayreville 'Hotdog Man' Nearly Unrecognizable Amid Dementia Diagnosis For nearly 50 years, Tom "the Hotdog Man" Nagle served up hot dogs, laughs, and a whole lot of Sayreville Bombers pride from his Main Street stand. Now, the longtime local fixture needs the community's help. Nagle was diagnosed with dementia and other serious medical conditions in January and has spent extended periods in the hospital, according to a GoFundMe organized by his son, Jeff Nagle. He was recently released from the hospital and is recovering in a rehabilitation facility, but faces mounting medical bills and the cost of long-term assisted care, the fundraiser says. Recent photos …

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Dems Win Kansas Senate Seat For First Time In Nearly 100 Years Democrat Adam Hamilton is projected to win a Senate seat in Kansas, according to DecisionDesk HQ Hamilton, who defeated Sen. Roger Marshall, is the first Democrat to win a Senate seat in Kansas since 1932. Marshall, an obstetrician who was running for a second term, was plagued by a New York Times story that he sued more than 700 patients for unpaid medical debt. In a state that relies heavily on agriculture, Kansans were also hit hard by the high price of diesel.  This is a developing news article. Check back for more.

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JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Airways is raising checked bag fees again as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline has increased its first checked bag fee to at least $50 for many passengers, according to its website. That's up from $45, a fee that JetBlue implemented in late March. Travelers who wait until less than 24 hours before departure will pay even more, while higher fees also apply during peak travel periods. "We're adjusting checked bag fees to help offset rising fuel and operating costs," JetBlue said in a statement to USA Today. "This helps us ke…

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JetBlue Hikes Bag Fees Again Amid Soaring Costs From Iran War JetBlue Airways is raising checked bag fees again as airlines struggle with soaring fuel costs driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline has increased its first checked bag fee to at least $50 for many passengers, according to its website. That's up from $45, a fee that JetBlue implemented in late March. Travelers who wait until less than 24 hours before departure will pay even more, while higher fees also apply during peak travel periods. "We're adjusting checked bag fees to help offset rising fuel and operating costs," JetBlue said in a statement to USA Today. "This helps us ke…

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Blue Wave? Key Senate Wins Boost Democrats’ Congressional Hopes The battle for Washington’s balance of power is taking shape, with early victories giving Democrats momentum as voters await the races that will determine control of Congress. Democrats flipped a Republican-held Senate seat in North Carolina and retained a Democratic seat in New Hampshire on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Former North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper defeated Republican Michael Whatley, delivering a significant pickup in the Senate contest, Axios reported. Democrat Chris Pappas won New Hampshire’s Senate race, keeping the seat in Democratic hands, CBS News projected. The two outcome…