NJ--New Jersey News Digest

Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up today in New Jersey. Questions about today's coverage plans are welcome and should be directed to the AP’s New Jersey bureau at 609-392-3622.

Weekend thunderstorms spark new wildfires

At least four new wildfires popped up in Northwest Montana last weekend. The new starts, all caused by lightning, are currently burning less than one acre each.

Ukrainians clash with police to block evacuees from China

NOVI SANZHARY, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine's effort to quarantine more than 70 people evacuated from China over the new virus outbreak plunged into chaos Thursday as local residents opposing the move engaged in violent clashes with police.

County, state officials discuss Superfund

Lincoln County commissioners Mike Cole and Mark Peck, along with Asbestos Resource Program manager Nick Raines, traveled to Helena this week to meet with Montana Department of Environmental Quality officials regarding the long-term program to manage exposure to contaminated material left in place after the Environmental Protection Agency pulls up stakes and leaves Libby.

States jockey to host Trump as he accepts GOP nomination

WASHINGTON (AP) — Several states are vying to host President Donald Trump when he accepts his party’s nomination later this year, after Trump officially

The Latest: Merkel urges caution in restarting public life

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.

Chocolate Factory loses a cafe, gaining a bakery

Owner gratified by response, looking forward to changes

Soap Lake debates Lava Lite

Project parts to remain in Ephrata

'Engaged & Underage' in Moses Lake

MOSES LAKE — MTV filmed a segment in Moses Lake Sunday, but there weren't any production crews or celebrities, not even a director's chair.

Hydrogen explosion damages Eka plant

No injuries from blast

Grant County argues company violated permit

Prosecutors argued J K Recycling violated a permit when it started running a recycling business.

Apple watch cries wolf again

After an accidental 911 dial by an Apple watch, a man told a Flathead County Sheriff’s officer he was planning on taking up the issue with his cell phone provider. He said it was the second time in a week that his watch dialed on its own.

Three local cheers

This past Wednesday, June 14, was Flag Day, and for the second time this year 60 flags were flying on Main Street in Kalispell. Those same flags also were displayed downtown on Memorial Day, flanking the street from the courthouse to Depot Park.

State reviewing wastewater permit for CFAC

Changes might be in store for the state wastewater discharge permit for Columbia Falls Aluminum Co.

'The price is right' - please don't change it

3 employees killed in shooting at postal facility in Memphis

No identities or motive were released

Law roundup: Friday night fun at the bar

Someone was concerned that a mother allegedly had her 6-year-old child with her at a bar Friday night. The pair were gone before Columbia Falls Police Department arrived.

Apple watch cries wolf again

After an accidental 911 dial by an Apple watch, a man told a Flathead County Sheriff’s officer he was planning on taking up the issue with his cell phone provider. He said it was the second time in a week that his watch dialed on its own.

AP News in Brief at 9:04 p.m. EDT

Biden vows his unity can save country; Trump hits Midwest

Early in-person voting begins in Georgia Senate runoffs

ATLANTA (AP) — What could be the main event in Georgia's twin U.S. Senate runoffs — early in-person voting — begins Monday.