WASHINGTON, D.C.—The American Clean Power Association (ACP) has expressed its strong approval following the Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) Record of Decision for the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind 1 and 2 projects. This significant development marks a major step forward for renewable energy off the New Jersey coast.
Anne Reynolds, ACP Vice President for Offshore Wind, praised the announcement, highlighting its importance for New Jersey’s energy future. “ACP applauds BOEM for yet another important milestone in today’s announcement of the Record of Decision for the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Project 1 and 2, which is terrific news for New Jersey,” said Reynolds. She noted that offshore wind power is crucial for strengthening the grid and providing clean electricity to meet the state’s increasing energy demands.
The approval follows an extensive environmental review and permitting process, paving the way for the realization of the Atlantic Shores South project. This project will feature two facilities capable of generating up to 2,800 megawatts of electricity, sufficient to power nearly one million homes. “The offshore wind energy industry commends the Biden Administration’s continuing commitment to this growing U.S. energy sector,” Reynolds added.
The decision represents a significant advancement in the U.S.’s efforts to increase its renewable energy capacity, positioning New Jersey as a leader in the national transition towards sustainable energy sources.
- Armed Robbery Reported on Courtlandt Avenue
NEW YORK CITY — On Monday, two unidentified individuals entered 513 Courtlandt Avenue at approximately 4:15 p.m., displayed firearms, and demanded money.
The suspects stole approximately $300 from a 62-year-old female victim and a bag and about $100 from a 51-year-old female victim. They then fled the scene on foot. No injuries were reported.
The first suspect is described as a male with a dark complexion, last seen wearing a tan hooded sweatshirt and black pants. The second suspect, also a male with a dark complexion, was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and gray sweatpants.
Police are investigating the incident.
- Arrest Made in Officer-Involved Shooting in Towson
TOWSON, MD – An arrest has been made following an officer-involved shooting that occurred during a traffic stop on June 30, 2024, just before midnight in the 3300 block of McShane Way.
Officers from the Baltimore County Police Department's Dundalk Precinct conducted the stop, and upon discovering a firearm between the driver’s legs, ordered him to place his hands on his head. The driver, identified as Xzavier J. Logan, Jr., 25, failed to comply, instead putting the car into gear and dragging an officer before crashing in an alleyway.
During the incident, an officer discharged their firearm, though the suspect was not struck. Logan fled on foot but was later tased and taken into custody. Two handguns, including one with a high-capacity magazine, an auto sear switch, a large amount of narcotics, and over $15,000 in cash were recovered from his vehicle.
Both Logan and two officers were transported to area hospitals and have since been released. Logan is now charged with attempted murder, first- and second-degree assault, and multiple firearms and CDS-related charges. He is being held at the Baltimore County Detention Center. All officers involved were equipped with body-worn cameras.
- Queens Man Sentenced for Fatal Crown Heights Crash
BROOKLYN, NY – A Queens man has been sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree manslaughter for causing a fatal crash in Crown Heights by running red lights and speeding, announced Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez.
Elijah Lucaine, 25, of Cambria Heights, was sentenced by Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Joanne Quinones following his guilty plea on May 15, 2024. The crash, which occurred on March 13, 2023, resulted in the death of David Ellis, 56.
District Attorney Gonzalez emphasized the severity of Lucaine’s actions, stating, "This defendant’s reckless decision to speed and disobey traffic lights cost an innocent man his life and endangered many others. He has now been held accountable for his criminal conduct. I remain committed to keeping Brooklyn’s streets safe for all people.”
The investigation revealed that at approximately 4:35 p.m., Lucaine was driving a 2015 white Infiniti and was observed running multiple red lights, traveling at high speed, and swerving in and out of oncoming traffic. At around 4:45 p.m., he ran a red light at Crown Street and Nostrand Avenue at approximately 70 mph in a 25 mph zone, t-boning a black Acura driven by Ellis.
Ellis, who was trapped in his car, had to be extricated by the Emergency Services Unit and was taken to Kings County Hospital with severe injuries, including a leg fracture, rib fractures, and a lung contusion. He succumbed to his injuries five days later due to blunt force trauma from the crash.