High Bacteria Levels Trigger Swimming Advisories at 10 New Jersey Beaches
Ten New Jersey beaches are under swimming advisories after elevated Enterococci bacteria levels were found in Monmouth, Ocean and Cape May counties.…
East Brunswick Police Searching for Owner of Dog Found on Old Stage Road
East Brunswick Police are searching for the owner of a dog found on Old Stage Road and are asking anyone who recognizes the pet to contact officers.…
Skateboarder Sky King Nears New Jersey on 1,100-Mile Journey for Suicide Prevention
NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. – More than a month after leaving Mississippi with a skateboard and backpack, Skyler King is closing in on New Jersey during a 1,100-mile journey dedicated to his late…
Tugboat captain charged after barge collision kills 3 children in Biscayne Bay
A federal charge alleges distraction and safety failures led to a deadly crash near Miami. **Miami, FL** – A tugboat captain with more than a decade of experience in Biscayne Bay is…
Hackensack narcotics probe leads to arrest, drug lab seizure in New Milford apartment
Hackensack, NJ – A monthslong narcotics investigation culminated Tuesday with the arrest of a New Milford man and the seizure of drugs, cash, and what officials described as a drug processing operation…
Trump attacks Bruce Springsteen in renewed political feud, urges boycott: You Suck!
Former President Trump blasts Springsteen, calls for boycott of concerts Washington, DC – Former President Donald Trump launched a sharp public attack against New Jersey musician Bruce Springsteen, criticizing the rock icon’s…
Federal judge dismisses Jehovah’s Witnesses tax dispute against Gloucester Township
Gloucester Township wins dismissal in federal tax-exemption lawsuit by Jehovah’s Witnesses Gloucester Township, NJ – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses challenging a…
Myrtle Beach police respond to weapon discharge on South Kings Highway
Reports of gunfire drew officers to a busy stretch of South Kings Highway, prompting a heightened police presence as investigators work to determine what happened. Myrtle Beach, SC– Officers were dispatched Wednesday…
Uniontown roommate accused of trying to drown children, push 5-year-old from window
A mother returned home to a scene inside her Uniontown apartment that police say escalated into an attempted assault involving her two young sons and a trusted roommate. Uniontown, PA – A…
Brooklyn hate crime indictment: man accused in subway assault, robbery
A Jewish rider was punched repeatedly and robbed during a morning commute, prosecutors say. Brooklyn, NY– A 20-year-old Brooklyn man has been indicted on multiple hate crime charges following what prosecutors describe…
Lawrence man indicted for attempted murder after crossbow attack on sister
Prosecutors say a months-long family dispute escalated into a planned ambush that left a woman seriously injured outside her home. Mineola, NY – A 21-year-old Lawrence man has been indicted on attempted…
Cumberland police serve summons, make two arrests in separate April 1 incidents
Multiple charges filed after separate encounters across Cumberland on Wednesday evening. Cumberland, MD – A series of unrelated incidents across Cumberland on Wednesday led to one summons and two arrests, according to…
Boston police arrest suspect accused of stealing packages from UPS deliveries in South End
Packages were scattered across a Back Street alley as officers closed in on a suspect accused of trailing a delivery truck and taking items moments after they were dropped off. Boston, MA…
Brick Boulevard southbound shut in Brick Township after crash damages utility pole
Brick Township, NJ – A key stretch of Brick Boulevard is closed Friday morning as crews work to repair a utility pole damaged in a crash, disrupting traffic through one of the…
Florida woman accused of arson after argument sets Homosassa home ablaze
A domestic dispute escalated into a house fire that displaced a family and led to an arson arrest, officials said. Homosassa, FL – Flames tore through a home in the 4900 block…
Dead humpback whale found at Sandy Hook as offshore wind work resumes
Advocacy group questions timing as officials investigate cause of death Sandy Hook, NJ – A dead humpback whale washed ashore at Sandy Hook Wednesday morning, prompting an investigation and renewed public debate…
Toms River Council President Ciccozzi Wants More High Density Affordable Housing Downtown, Twin Towers
Toms River downtown land owner David Ciccozzi wants more high-density housing in Downtown Toms River. Toms River, NJ – As Toms River faces mounting pressure over its affordable housing obligations by the…
Brick police training to bring daytime gunfire sounds to Ridge Road area
Residents advised not to be alarmed as spring firearms training begins May 12 Brick Township, NJ – Residents in parts of Brick Township may hear the sound of gunfire during daytime hours…
Sherrill says New Jersey’s vote by mail system works and she’s keeping it the way it is
Governor says federal involvement threatens state control of elections and voter access Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is pushing back against former President Donald Trump over mail-in voting, saying…
Duck Off? Police Department Dashboard Duck Enforcement Post Catches Jeep Owners Off Guard
Satirical police release warns Jeep owners over rubber ducks in mock safety law Park Ridge, NJ – A widely shared announcement claiming New Jersey drivers could be fined for displaying rubber ducks…
Wall Township police charge two women in Ulta Beauty shoplifting case
Suspects surrendered weeks after alleged theft at Route 35 retail store Wall Township, NJ – Two women have been charged in connection with a shoplifting incident at a Wall Township beauty store…
Bayonne shooting tied to prior robbery as police uncover linked kidnapping case
Bayonne police connect March 28 shooting to robbery, arrests in separate kidnapping Bayonne, NJ – A shooting in Bayonne late last month has been linked to an earlier robbery and a subsequent…
Humpback whale washes ashore at Sandy Hook as response teams mobilize
A 30-foot humpback whale was found dead and washed onto a Sandy Hook beach Wednesday morning, triggering a coordinated response. Sandy Hook, NJ – A deceased humpback whale measuring approximately 30 feet…