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Trenton mass shooting leaves two dead; details fluidWorld — 18hA mass shooting early Sunday in Trenton, New Jersey, at the Locust Street area left two people dead and several others wounded as police respond and investigators from the Mercer County Homicide Task Force take over. Authorities have not released a final casualty tally, with reports ranging from about nine to more than ten victims, and details of suspects or the motive remain unclear.

Edelman Fossil Park Museum Opens in New JerseyScience — 2dA string of accessible fossil‑and dinosaur-focused destinations across the United States highlights how families and science enthusiasts can explore ancient life—from Utah’s Dino Diamond road trip and its fossil-rich reserves to Kentucky’s Dinosaur World and Big Bone Lick for hands‑on digs, to New Jersey’s Edelman Fossil Park near Mantua revealing the late Cretaceous extinction story, and Wisconsin’s High Cliff State Park perched on Lake Winnebago’s edge. The reporting also spotlights major paleontological finds, including the Dreadnoughtus uncoveries and the iridium-rich extinction layer that marked the dinosaur‑kill event, underscoring a nationwide map of public access to prehistoric history.

Two Rare Northeast Tornadoes Strike New York City — Aug 21, 2026Rare but significant severe weather swept the Northeast, with two tornadoes confirmed near New York City and Atlantic Beach, waterspouts that moved ashore, and morning storms causing flooding and emergency rescues in NYC and New Jersey. The coverage also notes a deadly lightning strike in Virginia and broader global context, including UK cooling showers and a developing El Niño that could become the strongest on record and influence weather worldwide.

Nicaragua, Washington, South Korea, Mexico Advance LLWS — Aug 21, 2026At the 2026 Little League World Series in Williamsport, Nicaragua, Washington, South Korea, New Jersey, Mexico and Curaçao were among teams advancing on Day 1, highlighted by South Korea’s shutout and strong showings from several international and U.S. squads. Betting odds reflected heavy favorites like South Korea and Nicaragua entering Friday’s games, with Mexico and other teams also featured in pre-match wagering discussions.

On X · @NIKKE_enCommunity Reaction to NIKKE Great Villain Union EventOverwhelmingly positive fan hype for the limited-time NIKKE event featuring powered-up Drake and the New Villain Union, with no meaningful opposition or controversy in reactions.1,287 likes · 21m

Core Development Group Named to 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies — Aug 21, 2026Core Development Group, a New Jersey EPC contractor for large-scale solar and battery storage projects, was named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, highlighting its role in expanding affordable clean energy. The Inc. recognition notes a median three-year revenue growth of 130% among honorees and credits the sector’s demand for grid resilience and long-term energy cost management, with the company emphasizing commitment to innovation and a cleaner future.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

New Jersey Teen Drops Lawsuit Meta, Google, Snap — Aug 21, 2026A 15-year-old New Jersey girl identified as P.M.-Y. dropped her lawsuit against Meta, Google, and Snap alleging their platforms contributed to addiction, depression and self-harm, with TikTok having previously settled. The dismissal was without payment and the case was part of thousands of similar lawsuits; the companies deny the allegations and continue facing other bellwether trials and ongoing litigation over child safety on social media.

World Trade Center Memorial Adds Permanent SilenceWorld — Aug 16, 2026A 25th anniversary reading of WTC View in Los Angeles revisits post-9/11 memory through queer survival and community, while the 9/11 Memorial and Museum adds a permanent second moment of silence for 9/11-related illness deaths in its annual ceremony. In New Jersey, advocates press for completing Empty Sky with repairs, lighting, added trees and stainless steel siding, criticizing ongoing delays by state authorities.

Einride plans 500 Tesla Semis rollout for Amazon — Aug 18, 2026Einride plans to deploy 500 Tesla Semis across its North American operations starting in September 2026, tripling its electric truck fleet and expanding its Saga AI platform for Amazon and other clients along key corridors in California, Texas, New Jersey, Illinois, and Georgia with a phased rollout through 2028. The move, financed via third-party arrangements, is aimed at converting about $800 million in potential long-term revenue into active freight capacity and underscores the shift toward scalable, sustainable electric freight.

US News 2026 rankings spotlight top high schools — Aug 18, 2026U.S. News released its 2026-2027 Best High Schools rankings, analyzing about 27,000 public schools with nearly 18,000 making the list, and Massachusetts leads the nation with the most top-ranked schools while New Jersey and Maryland also rank highly; the San Jose area tops metropolitan rankings. In the Pittsburgh and New Jersey regions, suburban PA districts and northeastern New Jersey schools feature prominently, with Upper Saint Clair High School highlighted among Pittsburgh-area top performers and New Jersey schools repeatedly ranking in the statewide and national top tiers.

The PulseTrump Takes a Sharpie to the Map — Teases More Could ComeRenaming lakes with a Sharpie from the Oval Office. We're in a new era of cartography and no body of water is safe.2d · 2 reads

Federal court blocks New Jersey cannabis union mandate — Aug 17, 2026A federal court ruled that New Jersey's union labor requirements for cannabis licensees are preempted by federal law, potentially reshaping operators' organizing constraints. Separately in Virginia, a U.S. district court refused to block a new 2-milligram THC cap on hemp products, allowing the regulation to proceed despite industry concerns about economic harm and calls for a special session.

Midwest Retro Drive-Ins Draw Foodie AttentionLifestyle — Aug 14, 2026A thread of retro and immersive dining runs through a string of American spots—from Max’s South Seas Hideaway’s tiki escapism in Grand Rapids to Ohio and New Jersey drive-ins preserving decades-old root beer and curbside service, and Susan’s Roadside Diner in Atlanta, Michigan—each blending nostalgic charm with enduring community appeal. A related article traces the drive-thru’s evolution as a car-centered dining icon, highlighting how modern practices keep the experience moving while echoing mid-century roots.

VS BattleJim Carrey vs Adam SandlerRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler · 146 votes — pick a side

Cory Booker Loses All Composure In Committee Hearing — Aug 5, 2026Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey delivered another dramatic performance Tuesday as he argued against Senate approval of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 12-10 along party lines to advance Blanche’s nomination to the full Senate. Before the vote, Booker launched into an emotional attack on Blanche, President Donald Trump, and […]

Trump Trashes Fellow Golfers: ‘It’s Called Talent, and I Have It and They Don’t’ — Aug 3, 2026President Donald Trump boasted about his prowess on the golf course as he claimed a senior club championship. The president claimed to have beaten the other golfers at his Bedminster, New Jersey, golf club Saturday…

Residents Fear Cancer Cluster After Toxic Chemicals Found Near Old Landfill — Jul 31, 2026A New Jersey community is demanding answers after nearly 400 cancer cases have been identified in and around the town of Keyport, where residents fear they may be living in a cancer cluster linked to a long-closed…

On X · @Stray_KidsStray Kids Opens Ticket Sales for Singapore ‘RUN IT’ World Tour DatesThe official Stray Kids account announced tickets for the RUN IT SINGAPORE tour dates are on sale via Ticketmaster, with presales and general sale dates. High fan engagement with excitement over seats but some FOMO and complaints from other regions.1,806 likes · 22m

Valley braces for 118-degree heatLifestyle — Jul 24, 2026From New Jersey’s Maurice River Bluffs Preserve to Utah Valley’s Fiesta Days and Oregon’s Central Oregon event lineup, communities are touting outdoor summer activities for families. Meanwhile, extreme heat warnings and hot weekend forecasts across the Southwest and Rio Grande Valley are reminding residents to stay safe while enjoying outdoor plans.

QuizWhat's your money personality?Somewhere between spreadsheet monk and payday comet. Twelve questions to diagnose your financial alter ego.3 min · today's quiz

Watch Hakeem Jeffries Pivot When Confronted Over Illegal Voting Dems Swore Was Not Happening — Jul 26, 2026House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries pivoted to attacking President Donald Trump when confronted over a recent report that New Jersey has thousands of registered illegal alien voters on its rolls and that hundreds of them voted in elections.

MAGA Backers Go Off on Sherrill For Voter Mistake — Jul 23, 2026The excuse of “serious software error” didn’t bode well with MAGA supporters. That was the excuse New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill (D) gave that led to thousands of non-citizens being registered to vote. “Last week I…

DMV ‘Software Error’ Blamed For Non-Citizen Voter Registrations — Jul 23, 2026New Jersey officials have acknowledged a serious failure in the state’s voter registration system: Roughly 6,600 people who identified themselves as non-U.S. citizens were mistakenly added to the voter rolls. The registrations occurred between June 2023 and June 2024, when the individuals applied for driver’s licenses or identification cards through the New Jersey Motor Vehicle […]

Democratic Governor Says ‘Software Error’ Registered 6,600 Self-Identified Non-Citizens To Vote — Jul 21, 2026Democratic New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said Tuesday that over 6,000 non-citizens were mistakenly added to her state’s voter rolls due to a “serious software error."

On X · @elonmuskElon Musk Celebrates Falcon Heavy Dual Booster Landing as Human-Made FeatThe post celebrates the successful simultaneous landing of Falcon Heavy side boosters, framing it as a human achievement. Reactions are overwhelmingly positive and celebratory, with fans and enthusiasts praising the engineering and SpaceX progress; opposition is minimal and mostly scattered snark.1,801 likes · 23m

New Jersey: 6,600 Noncitizens Registered to Vote — Jul 21, 2026A software error at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission caused about 6,600 non-citizens to be added to the state’s voter rolls between June 2023 and June 2024, with fewer than 400 of them ultimately voting; officials say they are removing those erroneously registered and have launched an independent investigation into the vendor IDEMIA. Gov. Mikie Sherrill framed the incident as a voter-registration integrity issue amid ongoing scrutiny from President Donald Trump, calling for transparency and accountability while noting the issue predates her tenure.

New Jersey World Cup Trafficking Sweep Arrests 71World — Jul 20, 2026New Jersey authorities recovered 97 suspected human trafficking victims and arrested 71 people in a multiagency operation tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including 40 alleged buyers and 31 others. Led by the Division of Criminal Justice and State Police with 44 agencies and partners like Covenant House, Volunteers of America, and Operation RISE, the effort ran from May through July and offered victims housing, mental health care, legal aid, and treatment.

‘You Cannot Control My Answers’: Cory Booker, Trump AG Pick Get Into Shouting Match In Fiery Rat-A-Tat — Jul 15, 2026Democratic New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche got into a fiery clash Wednesday over a Paramount-hosted dinner honoring President Donald Trump.

First Amendment Orgs Skewer Bipartisan Lawmakers’ ‘Frightening’ Attempt To Police Election Speech — Jul 10, 2026Republican New York Rep. Mike Lawler and Democratic New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer urged four agencies to crack down on so-called election misinformation propagated by artificial intelligence (AI) tools, prompting pushback from First Amendment organizations.

If Blue-State Voters Are Upset About High Energy Prices, They Should Look In Mirror — Jul 8, 2026If you’re paying more at the pump or for your monthly utility bill in California, New York, New Jersey or Hawaii, there is no mystery why and the hit your pocketbook is taking is no coincidence.

On X · @elonmuskElon Musk Calls SpaceX Falcon Heavy Launch Photos "Stunningly Beautiful"Elon Musk highlighted visually striking photos from the Falcon Heavy launch carrying NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. The reaction is overwhelmingly positive and celebratory with no meaningful opposition.1,889 likes · 24m