Winter Weather Advisory until 09:00AM Tuesday

* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations less than one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze.

* WHERE…In New Jersey, Camden, Gloucester, and Northwestern Burlington Counties. In Pennsylvania, Delaware and Philadelphia Counties.

* WHEN…From 5 AM to 9 AM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute.

* AFFECTED AREAS: GLOUCESTER … CAMDEN … NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON … DELAWARE … PHILADELPHIA

Instructions:Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Congressman Van Drew Statement on Operation Epic Fury

Congressman Van Drew released the following statement regarding President Trump’s decision to authorize Operation Epic Fury and the coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes targeting senior leaders of the Iranian regime.”For decades, the Iranian regime has funded terrorism, threatened our allies, and chanted ‘Death to America’ while destabilizing the Middle East,” said Congressman Van Drew. “What we are witnessing now is a decisive response to years of aggression. The leadership of the world’s largest state sponsor of terror has been dealt a powerful blow. We killed one of the most evil men in the world, along with 40 of his cohorts. When America leads with strength, our enemies think twice, and the world is safer for it. Our men and women in uniform performed with extraordinary courage to get the job done. Every American should be grateful for their service tonight. God bless our troops. God bless our allies. And God bless the United States of America.”

Kathleen Tice, 78, of Clarksboro

Kathy spent many happy years as a dedicated secretary at the Mary Ethel Costello School. Her kindness, quick smile, and steady presence brightened the days of everyone she worked with. Kathy’s greatest joys were simple and heartfelt: the unconditional love of her dog Curly, laughter-filled lunches with family and friends, and the excitement of shopping for special gifts for her grandnephew and grandnieces. She had a generous heart and a gentle spirit that touched everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her brother, Robert “Bob” Tice (Bernie) ; her nephew Rob Tice (Lindsay), along with their children grandnephew Ben and grandnieces Claire, Lydia, and Ella; and her nieces Lauren (Brian P) and Megan.

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Miller Bill Requiring Transparency Policies for AI Surveillance in Schools Passes Assembly

Today the General Assembly passed legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Cody Miller that would establish clear standards for using artificial intelligence (AI) in school surveillance systems. The legislation comes as school districts in New Jersey and across the country increasingly turn to AI-enhanced security tools, raising important questions about privacy, transparency, and oversight.
“New Jersey should be setting the standard for how emerging technologies are used in our schools,” said Assemblyman Miller (D-Atlantic, Camden, Gloucester). “By requiring clear policies and communication with families, this bill would ensure that schools are transparent about how artificial intelligence is being used and that parents understand what information is being collected and how it is safeguarded.”
Bill A1323 would require boards of education of school districts, as well as boards of trustees for charter schools and renaissance school projects, to adopt policies governing the use of surveillance systems with AI capabilities—if such systems are used—including video cameras, x-ray machines, or body scanners.
The policies would outline what systems are in place, what information is collected, how the information is used and shared in compliance with State and federal law, and how families can access the information.
Schools would also be required to post signage in prominent, public places in buildings and on school grounds notifying the public when AI surveillance is in use, and to distribute the policy to parents and guardians.

Corson, Rothwein Lead #17 Rowan Women’s Lacrosse past Lebanon Valley, 18-4, in Season Opener

Elaina Corson had four goals and three assists and Madison Rothwein scored four times, as the #17 Rowan women’s lacrosse team opened its season with an 18-4 win over Lebanon Valley.

Corson, the senior All-American, added three assists, while Fiona Lockhart and Alexis Lowry netted three goals each and Trish Gillen scored two. For Rothwein, it marked the first game as a Prof for the sophomore transfer.

Corson scored three goals in the first quarter, and Lockhart chipped in with two, as the Profs staked a 9-0 lead. Rothwein, Jess Hoffmaster and Alexis Lowry each added goals in Rowan’s opening quarter of 2026.

Rothwein kept the streak going with the first goal of the second quarter before LVC got on the board at 8:28, and the Prof added another. Corson and Yasmin Harris closed out the scoring to give Rowan a 13-1 halftime lead.

Corson opened the scoring in the third quarter and the teams traded goals, with Lowry picking up the second of that period to give the Profs a commanding 15-3 advantage.

LVC (1-2) netted the first goal of the fourth quarter before Gillen, Lowry and Rothwein tallied Rowan’s final goals of the evening.

Rowan opens the home slate on Saturday when it hosts Muhlenberg at 1 p.m. on “Friends and Family Day”.

Rowan Falls Short to #6 Montclair State, 89-75, in NJAC Men’s Basketball Semfinals

Khalil Baker scored 20 points but Rowan’s upset bid fell short as #6 Montclair State rallied from a 12-point deficit to defeat Rowan, 89-75, in the semifinals of the NJAC Men’s Basketball Championship. The season comes to an end for Rowan (10-17) while Montclair State moves on to face TCNJ in the title game on Saturday.

Baker shot a season-best 8-for-13 from the field to record a new career-high. Taz Cantey had 18 points, six assists and five steals in his final game as a Prof with fellow senior Brycen Williams scoring 12 points and picking up four steals. Khamai Orange scored 14 points and posted a career-high six steals as Rowan forced the Red Hawks into 23 turnovers.

With Rowan leading, 63-51, at 12:59 remaining, Montclair State went on a decisive 28-5 run that spanned nine minutes. The Red Hawks made 10-of-16 field goals, with five three-pointers and picked up seven steals to overtake the Profs. A three by Jacob Morales ended the run and the home team had a 79-68 lead with 3:21 remaining. Rowan could get no closer and saw MSU finish it out with six free throws in the final :44.

The game saw each team hold double-digit leads early on. Montclair State jumped out first and went up on Rowan, 27-17, at 11:35 of the first half. The Profs outscored the Red Hawks, 19-8, with contributions from a number of players to take a 36-35 lead at 4:24. The teams would go into halftime tied at 42-42.

Cantey got Rowan going in the second half as he scored four in an 8-0 run to give the Profs a 50-42 lead. Four straight from the senior, along with a basket from Williams, built Rowan’s lead up to its largest margin of the game, 63-51, but from there, Montclair State started its game-winning rally.

Rowan shot well in the game, hitting over 50 percent in both halves, but Montclair State made 16 three-pointers to just five for the Profs.

The fifth seed in the tournament, Rowan went 9-9 in league play and reached the semifinals for the first time since 2022-23 with a quarterfinal win over NJCU.

YouTube : Remembering Charlie Kirk

WASHINGTON DC (Cleary’s Notebook News)(February 27, 2026)–Last month, Cabinet members of the Trump Administration posted an inspirational tribute to their friend on YouTube. Kirk was shot and killed on September 10, 2025. According to a Wikipedia article, Kirk was an American right-wing political activist. He was assassinated at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He was scheduled to speak at an outdoor campus debate organized by Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organization he co-founded and led. Kirk, age 31, was a close supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump and a highly influential figure in the MAGA movement.

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Delivering $12M in Community Project Funding to South Jersey

Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to work directly with local leaders to ensure the needs of our congressional district are being met. This year, I was honored to secure nearly $12M in Community Project Funding for South Jersey, including $850,000 for Camden County College.

There’s been a lot of tough news lately, but this funding is a reminder of what can happen when government listens and delivers. From improving flood prevention infrastructure and expanding access to clean water, to supporting new education programs at Rowan University and Camden County College, these investments will make our communities safer, stronger, and more resilient. Learn more about the projects being funded here.

Rowan’s Cantey, Baker and Williams Named to All-NJAC Men’s Basketball Team

Rowan’s Taz Cantey, Khalil Baker and Brycen Williams were named to the 2026 NJAC All-Conference Men’s Basketball Team, with Cantey earning selection to the Second Team and Baker and Williams both receiving Honorable Mention. This marks the first All-Conference honor for each of the Profs.

Cantey (Lindenwold, NJ/Eastern Regional) topped Rowan in scoring in conference games with an 18.2 average. The senior guard scored double figures in every NJAC game but one and posted 20-plus points on eight occasions. Cantey also averaged 3.0 assists and 5.3 rebounds while shooting 48.5 percent from the field. In all games, he leads the Profs in scoring with a career-best 17.6 points per game.

Baker (Hackensack, NJ/Hackensack) made an impact in his first year at Rowan, averaging 12.0 points and a team-best 8.1 rebounds in league play. The junior recorded six double-doubles in NJAC games, while hitting 49.2 percent of his field-goal attempts. Baker, who had a career-high 15 rebounds in a win at Kean, is averaging 12.0 rebounds and 7.5 points overall.

Williams (Magnolia, DE) led the Profs with 28 three-point field goals and free throw percentage of 82.8 in conference games to go along with his 15.5 scoring average. The senior guard scored double figures in 15 NJAC games with seven of them being 20 or more points. Overall, Williams is scoring a career-best 17.0 points per game and has hit a team-high 59 three-pointers.

The trio helped Rowan (10-16) finish fifth in the NJAC with a 9-9 record. The Profs defeated NJCU on Saturday and have advanced to the semifinals of the NJAC Championship, where they will visit sixth-ranked Montclair State on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Rowan is seeking its first championship game appearance since 2022-23, when it won the NJAC title.

I’m Fighting Back Against Trump’s ICE

I came to Congress to uplift America’s workers and make our South Jersey neighborhoods safer, healthier, and stronger. That means fighting back against the harmful actions of Trump’s ICE, delivering federal investments back home, and supporting those who serve our communities and country.

We all have a role to play in strengthening South Jersey. Some march with our immigrant communities. Some answer our emergency calls. Others step up to serve in uniform. In every case, it is about commitment, responsibility, and putting others first.

It has been a busy few weeks in Washington, and I want to share an update on the work we are all doing to make South Jersey stronger.

Last week, an ICE raid in Lindenwold caused chaos in our community, resulting in dozens of children running away in fear from ICE agents. I joined community members who came together for an ICE Out protest in response to this horrific raid.

In Congress, I’m fighting back by calling for ICE to be abolished, signing onto a resolution to impeach Kristi Noem, hosting a Legal Observer Information Session with my congressional colleagues, and introducing legislation that would require all ICE agents to wear body cameras.

In South Jersey and across the country a few things are true: we stand with our neighbors against bullies and no one is above the law.