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Ras Baraka eyes New Jersey governor job after 11 years as Newark mayor

NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) -- Newark Mayor Ras Baraka believes it is time for him to make the move from the mayor's office to the governor's office. "Being in charge of Newark for over a decade, you can see a lot of things we've been able …

New Jersey man thought he was hooking up with a young girl, but she was an undercover cop

72 TRENTON, NJ – A Burlington County man faces serious charges after allegedly attempting to arrange a sexual encounter with a 12-year-old girl, who turned out to be an undercover police officer, authorities announced Wednesday. Robert R. Lockwood, 36, of …

What to expect in the New Jersey primary

Nearly a dozen candidates will compete in New Jersey on Tuesday for the chance to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy. Voters will also pick nominees for the state General Assembly. New Jersey is one of only two states, along with Virginia, …

Cases of three men living in New Jersey charged with card-skimming scheme in Lancaster County goes to county court

The cases of Yosvel Gonzalez, Reinier Gracia-Martinez and Rudislandy Garcia-Toledo could proceed to the Court of Common Pleas, a judge ruled on May 29. LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — The cases of three Cuban nationals charged with placing card skimmers in a gas …

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the New Jersey primary

Gottheimer has had a slight edge in fundraising, with about $9.1 million in contributions, followed by Sherrill and Fulop, each with about $8.9 million raised for their campaigns. Immigration has been a major issue in the campaign. In May, the state's …

“Completely Unwarranted”: Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Sues Trump Officials over His Arrest at ICE Jail

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org. I’m Amy Goodman. This week, Immigration and Customs Enforcement reported — since President Trump took office in January, CBS News reports …

Zielinski v. State of New York

Papers Considered: Verified Claim     1 Notice of Motion, Affirmation & Exhibits Annexed           2-5 Notice of Cross-Motion & Affirmation                6-7 Memorandum of Law in Opposition  8 DECISION AND ORDER Upon the foregoing papers, the …

Book vending machine installed at Allegheny County Jail

A vibrant machine at the Allegheny County Jail is catching a lot of eyes. "It has beautiful colors, and it talks to you," said Connie Clark, deputy warden for programs and services at the Allegheny County Jail. So much so that it drew Kylie Vargo …

N.J. man in jail for sexually assaulting girl admits he beat cellmate to death

A New Jersey man — arrested for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in his vehicle — admitted this week that he killed his cellmate in jail. Aahznier Hayes, 24, of Westampton, is expected to be sentenced to 21 years in state prison, the Atlantic County …

Vending machines dispenses books to kids visiting loved ones at Pennsylvania jail

Bradford County police chiefs react to new Pennsylvania driving law

TROY, Pa. (WETM) — A new law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania geared towards addressing distracted driving now makes it illegal for people to use their cell phones while driving. The law was signed by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro on June 5, 2024, …

Prisons, punishment, rehab, and being our best selves | Ron Colone

No other country in the world has as many people in jail as the United States. Not China or India, both of which have four times as many people, but much lower incarceration rates. Lower rates are seen, too, in Russia, Japan, Thailand, all of Europe, …

After decades in prison, Gianakos says ‘I am not a convict, but an inmate’

FARGO, ND — Before the 1997 shotgun killing of Annemarie Camp, Michael Gianakos walked up to his mother and posed a question. “Why can’t you be nicer to Jamie?” mother Alice Gianakos said her son asked. She didn’t like her son’s soon-to-be wife, Jamie …

Pennsylvania man charged with touching minor inappropriately

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Shippenville man is facing charges after a minor told police he had touched her multiple times at a home in Punxsutawney. Jeremy Harris, 23, of Clarion County, is facing a dozen charges after a minor came forward to a …

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Sues For Arrest At Immigration Detention Center

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a lawsuit over his arrest at a federal immigration detention center. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has filed a lawsuit against Donald Trump ally, interim U.S. Attorney Alina Habba, following his arrest at a federal immigration …

New Jersey’s primaries for governor focus on a famous part-time resident: Donald Trump

CNN  —  The high-profile battles to become the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor of New Jersey are centered on a single summer Garden State resident: President Donald Trump. While Democrats have debated their approaches to housing, …

New York State Police Say Drunk Man Hit Mobile Home With Vehicle

EvgeniyShkolenko EvgeniyShkolenko An unexpected and scary scene unfolded when a vehicle lost control and went off road. Law enforcement in New York state say that they received a report of a vehicle hitting a home the night of May 28. The homeowner, who …

Charges pending in Blair County Prison inmate walk-away attempt

Mirror file photo HOLLIDAYSBURG — A Blair County Prison inmate caught late Wednesday afternoon almost three blocks away from the prison is expected to be charged with escape. Blair County District Attorney Pete Weeks said Thursday that Hollidaysburg police …

Former Avon police chief avoids prison time after pleading guilty in federal case

Rochester, N.Y. — A former chief of the Avon Police Department received a sentence of two years' probation Thursday for theft of funds related to a federal program. Joseph Geer, 40, of Caledonia, previously admitted to billing the Avon Central School …

Barakat + Bossa Recognized in Chambers and Partners USA 2025 Guide

CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barakat + Bossa is pleased to announce that it has been selected for the third consecutive year in Chambers USA 2025 in the category of Litigation: General Commercial: Highly …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF RICHARD WESSELT WHO PURCHASED VARIABLE ANNUITIES OR LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Richard Wesselt Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys KlaymanToskes continues …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF BRITTANI SCHAEFER/ARETE WEALTH MANAGEMENT: $1,000,000 FINRA ARBITRATION CLAIM FILED

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Brittani Schaefer at Arete Wealth Management, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law …

Policy Pathways Launches 'Uncounted': A National Civilian-Driven In-Custody Death Reporting Database

Accountability Begins With A Count. RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark step toward justice and transparency in the American criminal legal system, Policy Pathways, Inc., has launched Uncounted—the …

Glitz, Glamour, and Giving: LATLC's Hollywood Casino Night Was a Smashing Success

An unforgettable night of poker games, music, and fundraising at the Hollywood Roosevelt to support Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities ( …

‘Smishing’ Scam Targeting NYC Drivers With Fake DMV Texts Prompts Legal Warnings

Fake DMV texts are scamming NYC drivers with threats about unpaid tickets. Officials warn: don’t click links, verify through DMV, and report to the FTC. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new wave of text message …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF MICHAEL WHITAKER AND NEWBRIDGE SECURITIES WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Michael Whitaker at Newbridge Securities Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes THE VILLAGES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF BROKER RUSS CONRAD WHO SUFFERED INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Russ Conrad Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys KlaymanToskes issues an …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF TODD WALKER AND CENTAURUS FINANCIAL WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Todd Walker at Centaurus Financial Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law firm …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF RANDY BIRKINBINE AND AUSDAL FINANCIAL WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Randy Birkinbine at Ausdal Financial Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NORTH OAKS, MN, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities attorneys …

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INVESTORS WHO SUFFERED MADISON REALTY ASPEN HOUSE DST INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses in Aspen House DST with Financial Advisor Michael Culwell at Emerson Equity, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and …

Hamid Kohan, CEO of Legal Soft & Law Practice AI, Joins Forbes Business Council

WOODLAND HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hamid Kohan, President & CEO of Legal Soft and Law Practice AI, and Founder of Magic Law Group, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, an exclusive, invitation-only …

Joshua LeRoy, DUI Attorney in West Palm Beach, Celebrates 20 Years of Legal Service with Special June Offer

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joshua LeRoy, a seasoned DUI attorney in West Palm Beach, proudly announces his upcoming 20th anniversary defending individuals across Palm Beach County. To mark this milestone, LeRoy …

Veritas Global Founder Corey Harris Speaks at Big Dipper Innovation Summit

Corey Harris discussed critical fintech regulatory trends at recent innovation summit. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corey Harris, founder and managing Partner at Veritas Global, recently participated …

Legal Considerations for Remote Freelancers Launching Businesses

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With millions of Americans now embracing freelancing and freelance businesses, understanding the legal intricacies of forming a business entity has become more crucial than ever. The freelance …

Vanguard Attorneys Managing Partner Karina Perez Ilić Achieves Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Managing Attorney Karina Perez Ilić of Vanguard Attorneys has achieved Board Certification in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar. Fewer than 1% of Florida attorneys hold this distinction, which …

Chambers USA Recognizes The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer and Roberta Watson

The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer and Roberta Casper Watson have been Ranked in the 2025 Edition of Chambers USA BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Wagner Law Group, has …

NovoaGlobal® and City of Chiefland Partner to Enhance School Zone Safety with Automated Speed Enforcement

NovoaGlobal to Provide First Automated School Zone Speed Enforcement Program in Levy County CHIEFLAND, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NovoaGlobal®, a leading provider of advanced traffic safety and enforcement technology, …

Blake Hunter Yagman Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson as Partner

Top Boutique Law Firm Adds Leading Antitrust and Data Privacy Attorney to its Growing Practice RED BANK, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce that Blake Hunter Yagman, …

Ibotta, Inc. Shareholders Who Lost Money on Their Investment are Encouraged to Contact Johnson Fistel

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP announces that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors of Ibotta, Inc. (NYSE: IBTA). The lawsuit, Civil Action No. 25-CV-01213, was filed in …