Camden County

Two workers were injured at EMR’s scrap metal recycling facility in Camden’s Waterfront South neighborhood following an industrial accident. The incident occurred after a court allowed the facility’s shredder to restart operations, which had been halted due to fire safety disputes. One worker remains in critical condition, while the other was discharged with minor injuries.

Camden County is investing $400 million in infrastructure projects to reduce sewage and stormwater overflows into local waterways, aiming to improve water quality and mitigate flooding. The initiative includes separating combined sewers, implementing green stormwater infrastructure, and rehabilitating aging systems, with a goal of a 90% reduction in overflows.

Camden County launched the Veterans Will Clinic to provide free legal documents such as wills, advance directives, and powers of attorney for military personnel, veterans, and their spouses. County Commissioner Lou Cappelli emphasized the service as a way to address costly legal matters, noting documents typically range from $1,500 to $2,500.

Muhammed Emanet, son of South Jersey kebab shop owners, is fighting a deportation case after U.S. immigration officials denied his green card application. His case, pending since 2016, was reportedly marked as denied in 2014 by officials, complicating his bid to adjust status through marriage to an American citizen.

A Camden County pharmacist was charged with unlawfully distributing oxycodone, and his wife was separately charged with making false statements on her naturalization application.

Cities across the U.S. are imposing moratoriums on data center construction due to resident concerns over electricity costs and environmental impacts. While supporters highlight job creation and tax revenue benefits, opponents argue for stricter regulations before projects proceed. Examples include Denver, Oklahoma City, and multiple counties in Michigan and North Carolina.

Cities across the U.S. are imposing moratoriums on data center construction due to concerns over electricity costs, environmental impacts, and residential disruptions. Examples include Denver, Oklahoma City, and several Michigan and North Carolina counties, while industry supporters argue these facilities provide economic and digital infrastructure benefits.