New Jersey
In New Jersey, Juneteenth is celebrated on a different day. Here’s why
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Every year, on June 19, Americans celebrate the end of slavery.
The day is known as Juneteenth, a blend of the words “June” and “nineteenth.” It refers to June 19, 1865 — the day when news of emancipation finally reached Texas, the last place to learn about the abolition of slavery proclaimed by President Abraham Lincoln two years earlier.
But this year in New Jersey, Juneteenth is set to be observed on June 20, not on June 19. Here’s why.
When is Juneteenth celebrated in New Jersey?
In June 2020, Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law the incorporation of Juneteenth as one of the state’s holidays, to be celebrated on the third Friday of June.
This happened a year before President Joe Biden would do the same at the federal level. Back then, Biden declared Juneteenth a federal holiday to be celebrated on June 19th every year, regardless of what day of the week it falls on.
This has resulted is some confusion as to when the day should be celebrated.
In New Jersey, state offices and courts will be closed on Friday, June 20, but public federal workers and many employees at private companies will have Thursday, June 19 off.
Toraya Reid, the sister of NBA star Naz Reid of the Minnesota Timberwolves, was fatally shot at an apartment complex in Jackson Township, New Jersey, on Saturday.
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office said that Shaquille Green, 29, is charged with murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and unlawful possession of a weapon in connection with her death.
The prosecutor’s office said Toraya Reid, 28, and Green were in a “dating relationship.”
The Context
Naz Reid is a center with the Timberwolves and a New Jersey native. He is in his seventh season with the team and recently signed a five-year contract.
Naz Reid reposted a post about his sister’s death and shared photos of her on his Instagram story.
New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns, Naz Reid’s former teammate and also a New Jersey native, said he is “heartbroken” in an X post.
AP Photo/Nate Billings
What To Know
The Jackson Township Police Department received a report of shots fired and an unresponsive woman in the roadway at the Paragon Apartment Complex on Larsen Road at about 11 a.m. Saturday.
Responding officers found a deceased woman suffering from apparent gunshot wounds laying near the exit of the complex, the prosecutor’s office said. The woman was later identified as Toraya Reid.
Officials observed a man, later identified as Green, running on North New Prospect Road. The prosecutor’s office said he was taken into custody without incident and transported to Jackson Township Police Headquarters.
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Jackson Township Police Department and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation conducted an investigation. The prosecutor’s office said the investigation identified Green as the person responsible for Toraya Reid’s death.
What People Are Saying
Karl-Anthony Towns, current New York Knicks and former Minnesota Timberwolves center, on X: “Heartbroken. No words can ever take away the pain for my brother. Holding everyone close in prayer today.”
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, in a press release: “Prosecutor [Bradley] Billhimer commends the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Jackson Township Police Department, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, and Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation leading to Green’s swift apprehension.”
What Happens Next
The prosecutor’s office said Green is being held at the Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing.
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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
Powerball winning numbers are in for the Monday, Sept. 1 drawing with a jackpot that reached an estimated $1.1 billion ($498.4 million cash option).
The winning numbers in Monday’s drawing are 8, 23, 25, 40, and 53, with Powerball number 5. The Power Play number is 3.
Did anyone win the Powerball jackpot?
There was no winner for the Powerball jackpot.
When is the next drawing of the Powerball?
The next Powerball drawing is Wednesday. Drawings are held at 10:59 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
How late can you buy a Powerball ticket?
In New Jersey, in-store and online ticket sales are available until 9:59 p.m. on the night of the draw.
What does it cost to play Powerball?
Powerball costs $2 to play. For an additional $1 per play, the Power Play feature can multiply nonjackpot prizes by two, three, four, five or 10 times.
Are you a Powerball winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All New Jersey Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599.99. For prizes over $599.99, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at New Jersey Lottery offices. By mail, send a winner claim form, winning lottery ticket and a copy of a government-issued ID to New Jersey Lottery, Attn: Validations, PO Box 041, Trenton, NJ 08625-0041.
Winners can drop off their claim form and winning ticket in person at the New Jersey Lottery office where a secure drop box is available. Claim forms are also available at the office. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Lawrence Park Complex, 1333 Brunswick Avenue Circle, Trenton, NJ 08648.
To find a lottery retalier, you can search the NJ lotto website.
What is the Powerball payout?
The complete guide to winnings is:
- Match 5 White Balls + Powerball: Jackpot
- Match 5 White Balls: $1 million
- Match 4 White Balls + Powerball: $50,000
- Match 4 White Balls: $100
- Match 3 White Balls + Powerball: $100
- Match 3 White Balls: $7
- Match 2 White Balls + Powerball: $7
- Match 1 White Ball + Powerball: $4
- Match Powerball: $4
- Match 5 White Balls with Power Play: $2 million
- Match 4 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $200,000
- Match 4 White Balls with Power Play: $400
- Match 3 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $400
- Match 3 White Balls with Power Play: $28
- Match 2 White Balls + Powerball with Power Play: $28
- Match 1 White Ball + Powerball with Power Play: $16
- Match Powerball with Power Play: $16
What are the odds of winning the Powerball jackpot?
The overall odds of winning the Powerball are 1 in 292.2 million.
How do I find the Powerball winning numbers?
Powerball drawings are broadcast live every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. from the Florida Lottery draw studio in Tallahassee. Drawings are also lived streamed on Powerball.com. The winning numbers are posted to the Powerball and New Jersey Lottery websites.
A boil water advisory in New Jersey impacting more than 100,000 people in the Paterson area has been partially lifted after the third water main break this month.
The Passaic Valley Water Commission said Sunday it lifted the advisory for all customers in the Borough of Prospect Park and most in Paterson.
Officials said extensive testing in coordination with state environmental and health officials confirmed the water safe is to drink in both municipalities, expect for some parts of Paterson.
The streets that remain under the boil water advisory are: Katz Avenue; Kearney Street between Katz and Granite; Granite Avenue between Redwood and West Broadway; West Broadway between Katz and Granite; and Jasper Street between Katz and Granite.
Officials said they are interconnected with Manchester Utilities Authority, which has not lifted its boil water advisory on customers, including those in Haledon and North Haledon.
People in these areas should continue boiling their water for at least one minute until further notice, officials said.
How to ensure clean water is flowing
Passaic Valley Water Commission officials urge customers to take these steps to ensure clean water flows after a boil water advisory is lifted:
- Run all cold-water faucets for about 8–10 minutes to flush service connections and interior plumbing.
- Thoroughly clean or replace showerheads and faucet aerators (screens).
- Drain and refill your hot water heater (set to a minimum of 120°F to reduce the risk of Legionella growth while avoiding scalding).
- Empty and clean automatic ice makers, water dispensers, and water chillers. Run ice makers through a full 24-hour cycle and discard the ice.
- Flush refrigerator water dispensers for at least five minutes. Check manufacturer recommendations for filter replacement.
- Regenerate or service water softeners/cartridge filters as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Drain and refill water reservoirs in tall buildings.
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