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Palestinian-American teen from North Jersey shot and killed in the West Bank
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A 14-year-old boy, an American citizen from northern New Jersey, was shot and killed by Israeli military forces in the West Bank on Sunday.
Amer Mohammad Saada Rabee, formerly of Saddle Brook, was shot along with two other teenagers in Turmus Ayya, a town in the occupied West Bank where many Palestinian Americans live or own homes, according to the wire service Reuters.
The Israeli Defense Forces said in a statement that its troops opened fire on three people, killing one, after identifying “three terrorists who were throwing rocks at a highway with civilian vehicles” and “who posed a danger to civilians.
“IDF forces will continue to operate defensively and offensively throughout Judea and Samaria for the security of the region’s residents,” read the statement posted on X.
Mourners gathered Sunday for funeral prayers at the Palestinian American Community Center in Clifton, where Rabee’s uncle, Saleh Rabee of Wayne, is a board member.
“Amer was shot by Israeli military officers along with two other 15-year-olds from the village,” the center said in a statement. “The ambulance was not allowed to pass the checkpoint for 30 minutes, a denial in medical treatment that ultimately resulted in Amer’s death. Amer’s death was entirely preventable and horrifically unjust. He was a child, a 14-year-old boy, with an entire life ahead of him.”
Rabee’s death comes amid a rise in tensions and violence in the occupied West Bank since the Hamas-led attack in southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2003. Settler attacks, military raids and attacks on property have become a near daily occurrence during Israel’s war in Gaza.
More than 900 Palestinians have been killed in the occupied West Bank by Israeli settlers or soldiers since the Oct. 7 attack, according to the United Nations.
On Sunday evening, Rabee’s two brothers, his uncle and his wife, who live in Wayne, were on their way to the airport to travel to the Palestinian territory and were not immediately available for comment.
The Israeli Army detained Rabee before he was pronounced dead, Reuters reported. Relatives told Rania Mustafa, executive director of the Palestinian American Community Center, who gathered information from his family for the statement, that Rabee’s body was returned to his parents with multiple bullet holes. Rabee, Mustafa said, moved from Saddle Brook to the West Bank when he was in elementary school.
The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the incident as an “extrajudicial killing” against children, saying it was the result of Israel’s “continued impunity.”
In its statement, the Palestinian American Community Center called on the U.S. to investigate Amer’s killing, saying the nation “has a duty to protect and bring justice to its citizens.”
“We are united in grief,” the center wrote, “but also in our collective hope for a future where such atrocities no longer occur and where justice prevails for all.”
The incident resonated in New Jersey’s large Palestinian community. Turmus Ayya is a popular destination and a hometown for many Palestinian Americans, who spend summers there, live there part time or retire there. Its mayor has stated that Palestinian Americans with dual citizenship make up an estimated 85% of the town’s population.
Its residents have pleaded with United States officials to protect them after attacks by Israeli settlers, who have torched homes and cars and fire at residents, and to demand accountability for crimes against them.
In February 2024, the administration of President Joe Biden and European countries imposed financial sanctions on Israeli settlers who have attacked Palestinians in the West Bank. President Donald Trump repealed those sanctions.
This story contains material from Reuters.
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As America celebrates 250 years of independence, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) announces its next class of Jersey legends whose accomplishments have shaped the world as we know it. The list of 13 inductees includes Grammy award-winning recording artist SZA, the 50th Governor of New Jersey Christine Todd Whitman, and former New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor.
“The Class of 2026 showcases the diverse talent, resilience, and spirit of achievement that define the great state of New Jersey,” said NJHOF Chairman Jon F. Hanson. “Each inductee, through their creativity, leadership, and pursuit of excellence, has made impactful contributions that continue to inspire future generations.”
The inductees will be honored at the 18th Annual NJHOF Induction Ceremony on September 24, 2026, hosted by Danny DeVito at the recently-completed Dream Live Performing Arts Center at American Dream. General Admission ticket sales for the event will be announced at a later date.
“As our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, New Jersey is proud to honor a remarkable group of individuals whose achievements reflect the talent, innovation, and determination that define the Garden State,” said Governor Mikie Sherrill. “The New Jersey Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 has made a lasting impact in their fields and serves as an inspiration to future generations. I congratulate this outstanding class of inductees and thank them for their contributions to New Jersey and beyond.”
The homecoming celebration for these Garden State greats will be complemented by year-round programming that honors the lasting impact of inductees from the Class of 2026 and previous years at the state-of-the-art NJHOF at American Dream. “Our mission is to provide everyone with a hero to look up to, both in times of struggle and achievement,” said Steve Edwards, NJHOF President. “Each of this year’s thirteen inductees exemplifies the concept of Areté, or striving for your highest potential in the face of adversity, offering boundless inspiration to those pursuing their own aspirations.”
The New Jersey Hall of Fame Class of 2026 is:
Arts & Letters
Big Joe Henry, “Livin’ Large and Lovin’ Life” New Jersey radio personality and philanthropist
Education, Research, Engineering & Science
Geraldine R. Dodge*, author, philanthropist, and benefactor of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation
Thomas M. Eastwick, Founder and President of Eastwick College and the HoHoKus School of Trade and Technical Sciences
Enterprise
James E. Burke*, Former CEO of Johnson & Johnson
Robert C. Garrett, CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest health network
Christopher J. Paladino, President of New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO)
Performing Arts & Entertainment
The Rascals, American rock band known for top-chart hits including “Groovin”
SZA, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and Academy Award nominee
Public Service
Donald Milford Payne Sr.*, New Jersey’s first African American elected to Congress
Governor Christine Todd Whitman, writer, former Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and New Jersey’s 50th Governor
Sports
Dr. John J. McMullen*, Former owner of the New Jersey Devils and Houston Astros
Lawrence Taylor, Former New York Giants linebacker for 13 seasons
Unsung Hero
Tom Weatherall, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish® New Jersey
*Being honored posthumously.
The 13 inductees were chosen from 60 nominees after a public vote. The Hall of Fame reserves the right to announce other inductees at a later time.
ABOUT THE NJHOF: Because everyone needs a hero, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) honors citizens who have made invaluable contributions to society, the State of New Jersey, and the world beyond. Since 2008, the NJHOF has hosted 17 ceremonies for more than 260 notable individuals and groups in recognition of their induction into the Hall of Fame. The NJHOF endeavors to present school children with significant and impactful role models to show that they can, and should, strive for excellence. The NJHOF is thankful for the support of its many sponsors, like Hackensack Meridian Health, without which none of our endeavors would be possible. For more information, go to www.njhalloffame.org.
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Thursday, June 25, 2026 10:34AM
CARTERET, New Jersey (WABC) — Two tractor-trailers crashed on the NJ Turnpike and burst into flames early Thursday morning.
The fire completely shut down the northbound side of the turnpike on the inner roadway north of interchange 12.
The two-tractor trailers collided before 5 a.m. and became fully engulfed. One of the trucks was carrying lumber.
Traffic was at a complete standstill near the scene for more than an hour.
It’s not expected to reopen for some time while crews work to extinguish the fire.
The extent of the injuries to those involved is not yet known.
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Video shows a driver hitting a Minnesota woman who was protesting outside an ICE facility in New Jersey. An activist from St. Paul, Minnesota, who drove to Delaney Hall to protest, was struck by a facility worker.
“I have not processed it; I have no room to process it. I have absolutely compartmentalized it in order to get done what needs to be done,” Alex James said.
Alex James spent hours in the hospital in Newark after she was hit.
“It was mostly bruising and much of the bruising appeared later,” James said. “I’m a little baffled at that. I haven’t been in an incident like this.”
The facility has become a flashpoint over allegations of overcrowding and tough treatment; claims the White House Border Czar denies.
“I toured the whole facility. Is it a five-star resort? No, but is it a well-run detention center? Yes,” said White House Border Czar Tom Homan to CBS News.
James says while it’s a long way from the Whipple Federal Building, she sees similarities and claims she’s been peaceful the whole time.
“The First Amendment right is the First Amendment right for a reason,” James said. “We have a right to speak out against what we feel is injustice.”
In a statement, the Department of Homeland Security said the vehicle that hit James was not being driven by an ICE employee and referred WCCO to the GEO group.
The GEO group is an ICE contractor. It did not respond to WCCO’s request for comment.
CBS News Confirmed investigated that the license plate shows the vehicle is from Delaware and has a registration date of May 28, 2026.
“Rioters surrounded an employee’s vehicle, assaulted federal officers, interfered with a lawful arrest, and attempted to obstruct law enforcement operations. One rioter was arrested after she bit a law enforcement officer. Violence against law enforcement will not be tolerated. Law and order will prevail,” DHS said in a separate statement on Sunday.
On Wednesday, Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr. said detectives identified the suspect as 38-year-old Thomas Brown. He faces a charge of assault by auto and was issued a traffic ticket for reckless driving.
“I’m just existing and in protest, in peaceful protest and things keep happening,” James said.
When WCCO asked her when she’ll return to Minnesota, she said, “I don’t know when I’m going to be back.”
Newark police say they responded to the crash and they’re still investigating.
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