WALDWICK, N.J. — Waldwick police are investigating the theft of a Pride flag displayed near Route 17, the second reported removal of a borough Pride Month display since 2024. Officials said the flag disappeared about two weeks after it was placed on June 1 and that a replacement will be installed. Waldwick Pride flag theft under investigation Mayor Tom Giordano said the rainbow flag appeared to have been taken overnight. In a borough release, he condem

Santa Clara County primary races are drawing major campaign spending ahead of the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 primary election, with fundraising gaps emerging in the District 1 supervisor race and the county prosecutor contest. Campaign finance filings show District 1 Supervisor Sylvia Arenas and District Attorney Jeff Rosen holding clear fundraising advantages over their challengers, according to reporting by San José Spotlight and public campaign finance records availa

Tiger Woods’ DUI case moved into a new phase after a Florida judge approved prosecutors’ request to access the golf star’s prescription medication records linked to a March crash investigation. The ruling, issued in Martin County on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, allows investigators to obtain records from a Palm Beach pharmacy covering prescriptions filled between January and March 2026. Prosecutors said the records could help determine whether medication played a role in the crash i

Creekview Middle School in Fort Worth was closed Friday following a norovirus outbreak that sickened an unspecified number of students and staff, according to Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD officials. District leaders said the temporary school closure was necessary to allow for deep cleaning and campus sanitization after cases of a stomach virus continued to rise throughout the week. The first reports of illness surfaced Tuesday, when several students began experiencing symptoms consistent with

Voters in Tarrant County delivered a significant political upset on Saturday by electing Democrat Taylor Rehmet to represent Texas Senate District 9 in a special runoff election, flipping a seat that had been controlled by Republicans for decades. Rehmet defeated Republican opponent Leigh Wambsganss with 5

Municipal and county officials in Morris County are stepping up preparations ahead of a significant winter storm expected to impact the region this weekend. Emergency management teams are closely monitoring weather forecasts that indicate the potential for heavy snowfall, hazardous road conditions and disruptions to daily life across the county. Authorities say early planning is critical to ensuring public safety and minimizing the storm’s overall impact. The Morris County Office of

Emergency crews were dispatched around 5:45 a.m. to a site in the 900 block of North Crowley Road, where officials reported an incident at the ChampionX Artificial Lift location. First responders arrived to find evidence consistent with an industrial explosion and began providing medical care and securing the area, officials said. The initial response involved multiple agencies and focused on ensuring the scene was safe while assessing the extent of the damage and any ongoing hazards at the f

Property owners in central Ohio will see notable changes to property tax payment schedules beginning in 2026, as officials in Franklin County revise due dates and Delaware County advances the start of its billing cycle. County leaders emphasized that the adjustments are designed to improve administrative efficiency and provide taxpayers with more time to prepare payments, without altering the total amounts owed or disrupting existing payment plans.

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has released the official schedule for the 2026 fair season, giving communities across the state an early look at one of Ohio’s most anticipated summer and fall traditions. The announcement confirms dates for fairs in all 88 counties, along with independent fairs, bringing the total number of events scheduled statewide to nearly 100. The calendar allows families, exhibitors, and fair organizers to begin planning months in advance for a season rooted in agr

Santa Clara County’s recently approved sales tax increase has triggered a growing conflict among its supporters, with county officials, law enforcement leaders and community advocates divided over how the revenue should be distributed. The dispute centers on Measure A, a five-eighths-cent sales tax increase approved by 57% of voters, which county leaders described as a critical source of funding for the region’s strained public hospital system. Now, disagreements over future budget alloca

Cook County property owners are finally set to receive their long-delayed second installment property tax bills, with officials confirming that 1.8 million bills are expected to be mailed by Friday. The bills, which are normally delivered during the summer, will carry a due date of December 15, marking the end of a months-long delay that left many residents uncertain about their financial planning for the year. The delay stems from an extensive modernization of Cook County’s aging

The race for Texas State Senate District 9 in Tarrant County is headed to a runoff after none of the three candidates managed to secure a majority in Tuesday’s election. With 100% of precincts reporting, Democrat Taylor Rehmet and Republican Leigh Wambsganss emerged as the top two contenders, setting the stage for what is expected to be a highly competitive second round. Taylor Rehmet, a military veteran and union leader, finished with 48% of the total vote. Wambsganss, a conserva

Multiple polling places across New Jersey were forced to close or relocate on Election Day following a series of bomb threats sent via email to several counties. The threats, which prompted immediate law enforcement response, temporarily disrupted voting but did not prevent residents from casting their ballots. Officials confirmed that all affected locations have been secured and that voting has resumed safely in most areas. Authorities said the emailed threats were received by electi

A man was arrested Tuesday night in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman during a domestic dispute at a Fort Worth apartment complex, according to police. Fort Worth officers responded to a shooting call around 9 p.m. Tuesday at an apartment located at 3720 Post Oak Blvd. When officers arrived, they found a woman inside the apartment with a gunshot wound to the head. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

A former Santa Clara County correctional officer who now serves as president of the NAACP San Jose/Silicon Valley branch is suing the county and its officials after a personnel board upheld findings that he engaged in sexual harassment and intimidation of a female co-worker. Sean Allen, who was fired from the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office in 2023 following a lengthy investigation, claims he was the victim of bias and retaliation and is seeking to overturn the decision that ended his l

In Woodbridge Township, a significant crack that first appeared weeks ago along Smith Street remains unrepaired, leaving local residents in the Keasby section frustrated and anxious. The roadway serves as a crucial link between Woodbridge and Perth Amboy and provides access to major arteries such as the Garden State Parkway. County and township officials have confirmed the damage was triggered by a nearby construction project, but as of now no firm start date for permanent repairs has been an

Tarrant County commissioners have voted to approve a slightly lower property tax rate after days of disagreements and tension. With four commissioners present, the proposal passed by a 3-1 vote, setting the new rate at $0.1862 per $100 of valuation. This represents a small decrease of 0.69 percent from last year’s rate of $0.1875. For a home valued at $300,000, the cut amounts to annual savings of about four dollars. While the financial impact on individual homeowners is min

Johnson County, Texas, remains in the spotlight as the legal case against Sheriff Adam King continues without new public developments. Commissioners gathered Monday for their scheduled court meeting, which included an agenda item on the sheriff’s office, but offered no new details about the indictment of the county’s top law enforcement officer. Instead, the commissioners focused briefly on operations before moving on, leaving many questions about the ongoing investigation unanswe

  A serious boating accident at Eagle Mountain Lake in Azle, Texas, left three people injured, including two children, after a vessel collided with a dock on Sunday evening. The incident, which occurred near Miller Avenue on the west side of the lake at around 7 p.m., has raised concerns about lake safety as authorities continue their investigation. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the boat crashed into the dock under circumstances that remain unc

The iconic Goodguys West Coast Nationals is back at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, CA, for its 38th year, bringing with it an incredible collection of 3,500 hot rods, muscle cars, trick trucks, and custom vehicles. The event, set to take place this weekend, is a must-visit for car enthusiasts, offering a spectacular showcase of some of the coolest cars on the planet. In addition to the massive car disp