Man Threatens To Torch Donut Shop Over Pride Flag: Top 5 NJ Stories

Good evening, New Jersey Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from New Jersey:

1. Police say a masked man who tried to tear down an LGBT pride flag from a donut shop also made Nazi salute gestures, and threatened to burn the business down. The 61-year-old was involved in a struggle with the owner over the flag, officials added. (Read more on Patch.)

2. A teen's reckless driving caused his car to crash into the woods Sunday evening in South Jersey, officials said. Another minor was in the passenger seat. (Read more on Patch.)

3. A father and son have pleaded guilty to setting off a homemade explosive in a park over the July 4 weekend last summer, officials said. The explosion injured another man and caused damage to homes and vehicles. (Read more on Patch.)

4. The New Jersey AI Hub has officially opened in Princeton, with the goal of boosting innovation in the artificial intelligence field through research, education, and workforce development. (Read more on Patch.)

5. Several gravestones were damaged in a car crash at a cemetery on Sunday evening, according to officials. The 40-year-old driver was cited for driving with a suspended license and reckless driving, officials added. (Read more on Patch.)