Newark

Newark Jury Orders $1.25 Million Payout in Police Sexual Harassment Case

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Newark, NJ — A Newark police officer has been awarded $1.25 million by a New Jersey jury after she brought a lawsuit claiming sexual harassment by a higher-ranking officer within her department. The verdict was handed down following allegations from the officer of enduring unwanted sexual advances and comments from her supervisor. The officer, Lisa Rodriguez, asserted she was subjected to persistent sexually inappropriate behavior from her supervisor, Capt. Jose Pereira, which created a hostile work environment. The harassment reportedly included unwelcome advances and flirtatious behavior, severely impacting her professional life in the Newark Police … Read more

Upgrade Your Browsing: Newark Advocate Launches Enhanced Website for Optimized User Experience

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Newark, NJ – In an era where digital advancements are commonplace, the Newark Advocate is setting a higher standard for its online presence. The newly redesigned website of this long-standing news provider promises to deliver a superior user experience, characterized by enhanced speed and user-friendly navigation. As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the importance of staying updated with the latest digital trends becomes imperative, especially for media outlets. Recognizing this, the Newark Advocate has revamped its digital platform to utilize state-of-the-art technology that supports faster loading times and a streamlined user interface. … Read more

Newark Joins New York in Lawsuit Against Hyundai and Kia Over Missing Anti-Theft Technology, Thefts Soar by 1,200%

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Newark, New Jersey is joining other cities, including New York, in filing a lawsuit against Hyundai and Kia. The lawsuit alleges that the car manufacturers knowingly neglected to include anti-theft technology in their vehicles. The issue came to light through a viral TikTok video, and as a result, vehicle thefts involving Hyundai and Kia models in Newark rose by more than 1,200%. In 2022, Newark reported 110 thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles. However, within the first 10 months of 2023, that number skyrocketed to over 1,900 thefts. This significant increase in thefts prompted the … Read more