RWDSU: ‘McGreevey has always stood shoulder to shoulder with working people’
The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) is endorsing Jim McGreevey for Jersey City mayor, exclaiming that he “has always stood shoulder to shoulder with working people.”. “Jim McGreevey has always stood shoulder to shoulder with working people. From his time as Governor to his years leading reentry...
Cashing in on cannabis: THC-infused drinks gain ground over alcohol
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Relaxation rituals for many people usually involve filling up a cup, but increasingly, it’s not alcohol that’s going into it. THC-infused beverages like seltzers and wine alternatives are gaining ground on alcohol, with new adopters saying the hangover-free day after and no cancer association is...
Newark celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Friday amid immigration tensions
Just over 35% of Newark’s 300,000-plus residents identify as Hispanic, a far greater share than in surrounding Essex County or New Jersey, both at about 22%, according to the non-profit DataUSA. To acknowledge the courage, resilience and importance of the city’s second-most populous racial or ethnic group,...
Nine people, some with alleged criminal records, detained by ICE in Princeton, Jersey City
Nine Chilean nationals were arrested by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Newark in Princeton and Jersey City on Sept. 19, according to a Sept. 29 press release. The full scope of the enforcement action within the Princeton town is unclear. ICE alleges these individuals have connections with transnational...
NYPD sergeant hurt, suspect shot in Williamsbridge
The NYPD say the incident began around 9:15 p.m. Thursday when a father called 911, saying his own son had robbed his mother and brother at gunpoint inside their home on Van Nest Avenue.
Nor’easter to pummel New York City with high winds, heavy rain and lethal rip...
A Nor'easter is shaping up in time for the weekend, and the strong coastal storm is set to bring days of heavy rain, high winds, and dangerous rip currents to New York City
Zohran Mamdani is on the verge of bringing democratic socialists to power
Mamdani has been a member of the Democratic Socialists of America since 2017.
Mitchel Houses tenants refuse to return home one week after collapse
“We’re scared to come back. My kids cry because they don’t feel safe here,” said tenant Merlyn Olivo.
Brooklyn woman sentenced to 20 years for killing mom, tossing dog off balcony
Prosecutors say the defendant stabbed her mother more than 50 times. [ more › ]
Brooklyn subway beating victim remembered as “a simple, peaceful guy”
Nicola Tanzi, 64, served as an usher at St. Dominic's in Bensonhurst, attending either the English or Italian Mass on Sundays.
