NYC NOW Midday News: Seaside Heights NJ Tightens Beach Access, Paterson Restores Water Service, and Investigation Into ACS Response to Domestic Violence Reports
Aug 13, 2025
Samantha Max, a WNYC reporter specializing in the Administration for Children’s Services, discusses critical issues surrounding domestic violence reporting. She reveals how victims often face invasive scrutiny rather than support from agencies. Max delves into a case involving a parent named Kian, shedding light on legal challenges and systemic flaws in child services. The conversation also highlights the impact of a recent court ruling on ACS practices, particularly concerning the mental health of families, especially among marginalized communities.
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Seaside Heights Tightens Beach Hours
- Seaside Heights will strictly enforce beach closures once lifeguards leave to prevent after-hours drownings.
- Police will close beaches at 7 PM and issue summonses to violators to deter risky nighttime swimming.
Hoboken PATH Repair Delays
- A Port Authority contractor misdesigned a guardrail and blamed it for a PATH derailment, delaying repairs.
- The Hoboken station will close again over Labor Day and PATH riders get cross-honored tickets on NJ Transit.
Survivor Monitored After Abuser's Attack
- Kian suffered severe domestic violence while her toddler watched and ACS opened a case against the father.
- Despite no accusation against her, ACS subjected her to repeated home visits, inspections, and searches for months.