Live News of New Jersey February 05, 2025

Bald Eagles Make Remarkable Comeback In New Jersey

Since the early 2000s, the bald eagle, the national bird of the United States, has been experiencing a resurgence after being removed from the endangered species list by the federal government. This positive trend has beenRead More

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Former Senator Bob Menendez Faces Decade-Long Prison Sentence

Former Democratic Senator Bob Menendez is set to be sentenced for his involvement in a corruption scheme that saw him convicted on 16 felony counts. The charges stem from accepting bribes in exchange for using his...Read More

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White House Confirms New Jersey Drone Sightings Were Authorized

In a recent briefing from the White House press room, it was confirmed that the reported drone sightings that caused panic in New Jersey last month were drones authorized to fly by the Federal Aviation Administration...Read More

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Magnitude 3.8 Earthquake Rattles New England

On Monday morning, a magnitude 3.8 earthquake shook parts of New England, with reports of shaking felt from Boston to Portland, Maine, according to the US Geological Survey. The quake's epicenter was located about 7 milesRead More

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New Jersey Mayor Criticizes ICE Raid On Local Business

A recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in Newark, New Jersey, has sparked controversy and criticism from Mayor Ras Baraka. The mayor accused federal agents of unlawfully detaining individuals, includiRead More

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New Jersey Mayor And Democrats Condemn ICE Raid

A recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid on a worksite in Newark, New Jersey, has sparked criticism from Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and other leading Democrats. The operation allegedly resulted in the detentionRead More

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ICE Raid In Newark Business Raises Constitutional Concerns

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents recently conducted an enforcement operation at a business in Newark, New Jersey, where they detained individuals, including both undocumented residents and citizens, withoutRead More

Man Sentenced For Involvement In Beijing-Driven Pressure Campaign

A man who was involved in a pressure campaign targeting expatriates on behalf of the Chinese government has been sentenced to 16 months in prison. This incident sheds light on the allegations made by U.S. authorities...Read More

New Sluggball Baseball Competition Set To Debut In May

Sluggball, a new 4-on-4 baseball competition co-founded by a former Philadelphia Phillies general manager, is set to make its debut in May this year. The unique aspect of Sluggball is that it focuses solely on situationalRead More

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Border Patrol Agent Shot And Killed In Vermont Investigation

Federal agents are currently investigating a tragic incident that occurred on Monday afternoon near the US-Canadian border in Vermont. A US Border Patrol agent was shot and killed during the incident, along with another inRead More

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Trump's Second Inauguration: A Different Washington Landscape

When President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office on Monday inside a tightly packed Capitol Rotunda, he will be surrounded by a very different Washington than he was eight years ago. Back then, when Trump...Read More

Former MLB Catcher And Manager Jeff Torborg Dies At 83

Former MLB player and manager Jeff Torborg passed away at the age of 83 in his hometown of Westfield, New Jersey. Torborg, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2010, had a distinguished career in baseball...Read More

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Kristi Noem Addresses Mysterious Drones Over New Jersey

Kristi Noem, President-elect Trump's nominee for the Department of Homeland Security, addressed concerns about the mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey. During a discussion on Secret Service staffing, Noem shifted theRead More

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Trump Orders Halt On Offshore Wind Energy Projects

President-elect Donald Trump has directed a New Jersey congressman to draft an executive order aimed at stopping offshore wind energy projects. Offshore wind plays a crucial role in transitioning to a carbon-neutral electrRead More

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Three American Hostages Held By Hamas Presumed Alive

Three American hostages, Edan Alexander, Sagui Dekel-Chen, and Keith Siegel, are currently presumed to be alive and held captive by Hamas. The situation is complex, with the likelihood of their release varying due to indivRead More

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Sean Duffy Discusses Boeing Troubles And Amtrak Funding Support

During his hearing to lead the Department of Transportation, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for transportation secretary, Sean Duffy, addressed key issues related to the aviation industry and rail transportation. DufRead More

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Trump Administration Plans To Halt Offshore Wind Turbine Activities

Representative Jeff Van Drew of New Jersey announced plans to collaborate with the Trump administration on drafting a forthcoming executive order that would temporarily pause offshore wind turbine activities on the East CoRead More

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Supreme Court Declines Oil Companies' Appeal In Climate Lawsuits

The Supreme Court announced on Monday that it will not hear an appeal from oil and gas companies seeking to block lawsuits holding the industry accountable for damages related to climate change. This decision comes amidstRead More

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Dubuque Fighting Saints Retire Johnny Gaudreau's Jersey

In a touching ceremony before their United States Hockey League game against Sioux City, the Dubuque Fighting Saints retired the No. 8 jersey of the late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau. This emotional event paid tribute to...Read More

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Prosecutors Seek 15-Year Prison Term For Bob Menendez

Former U.S. Senator Bob Menendez is facing a potential 15-year prison sentence after being convicted of 16 corruption charges. Prosecutors have described his actions as a 'grave abuse of power' and are pushing for a lengthRead More