Great White Shark Lurks Off Coast of NYC as NYPD Deploys Drones to Monitor Beaches
New York, NY – The New York City Police Department is deploying drones over city beaches to monitor for sharks and help protect swimmers as Shark Week coincides with increased shark activity…
Clifton launches citywide property inspections ahead of 2027 tax reassessment
Officials say inspectors will visit homes across Clifton as part of a mandatory citywide property revaluation ordered by county and state tax authorities. Clifton, NJ – Property owners in Clifton will soon…
HUD funding fight sparks lawsuit as New Jersey joins 16 states challenging federal policy
New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport says the Trump administration is unlawfully threatening housing enforcement funding tied to LGBTQ protections. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport has joined a…
DHS asks New Jersey officials to hold Ocean County man accused of child sexual assault for ICE.
Federal officials say the Mexican national previously deported should be transferred to immigration custody. Newark, NJ – Federal immigration officials are urging New Jersey authorities to transfer an Ocean County man accused…
Ocean County woman accused of false statements in Bayonne deaths probe
Toms River woman charged with false swearing in Bayonne death investigation BAYONNE, N.J. — A Toms River woman has been charged with providing false statements during an investigation into the deaths of…
New Jersey Wants to Change Constitution to Allow Casinos at Meadowlands and Monmouth Racetracks
New Jersey senators push constitutional amendment to allow casinos at racetracks Trenton, NJ – A new proposal introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would allow casino-style gambling at two major racetracks, potentially…
ICE Arrests Tren de Aragua Gang Member Shortly After Landing at Newark Liberty Airport
Federal agents say a Venezuelan national and confirmed member of the Tren de Aragua gang was taken into custody after arriving on a domestic flight. Newark, NJ – U.S. Immigration and Customs…
Severe Thunderstorms Likely Monday With 75 MPH Winds Possible Across New Jersey
Forecasters warn a powerful line of storms could bring widespread wind damage, isolated tornadoes, and localized flooding Monday afternoon and evening. Mount Holly, NJ – Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds…
Newark Police Seek Woman Wanted for Questioning in Early Morning Shooting
Authorities are asking for the public’s help locating a woman investigators want to question about a February shooting that left a man hospitalized. Newark, NJ – Newark police are asking for the…
Newark Man Arrested After Carjacking Vehicle With Two Children Inside
Police say officers chased the suspect through several backyards before taking him into custody after the stolen vehicle was abandoned. Newark, NJ – A Newark man has been arrested in connection with…
Piscataway Man Arrested After Investigation Into Child Sexual Abuse Material
Authorities say investigators discovered more than 1,000 files of child sexual abuse material during an investigation triggered by a cyber-tip. Piscataway, NJ – A Piscataway man has been arrested following an investigation…
Immigrant Charged With Attempted Murder After Overnight Stabbing of Roommate in North Jersey
Police say a Fairview officer captured the suspect on foot shortly after a violent dispute left a 60-year-old man seriously injured. Fairview, NJ – A 50-year-old man was arrested early Saturday after…
Fairview Man Charged With Sexual Assault and Child Endangerment in Bergen County
Prosecutors say a Fairview man was arrested following an investigation into alleged sexual assaults involving a juvenile that occurred over several years. Fairview, NJ – A 59-year-old Fairview man has been arrested…
Bayonne Police Participate in NJSPBA Polar Bear Plunge to Support Special Olympics
Bayonne police officers joined the annual NJSPBA Polar Bear Plunge, helping raise funds for Special Olympics programs across New Jersey. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – Bayonne Police Chief Robert Scerbo is thanking members…
Sleepy Hollow Earthquake Rattles Hudson Valley as Minor Tremors Continue Across NJ Region
A magnitude 2.3 earthquake struck near Sleepy Hollow this week, the latest in a string of small quakes recorded across northern New Jersey and the New York metro area. Sleepy Hollow, NY…
Morris County K9 Teams Earn Regional Certifications, Top Dog Award at USPCA Trials
Eight Morris County Sheriff’s Office K9 teams successfully earned regional certifications in narcotics, explosives, and electronics detection. Morristown, NJ – The Morris County Sheriff’s Office announced that eight K9 teams have successfully…
Grafton Avenue Shooter Wanted by Newark Police
Authorities say surveillance cameras captured a suspect firing shots that struck a victim’s vehicle in Newark late Wednesday morning. Newark, NJ – Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying a…
Newark Shelter Rescue: Dog ‘Smokey’ Recovering After Eye Removal Surgery
A dog surrendered to Associated Humane Societies in Newark is recovering after emergency surgery to remove a severely damaged eye. Newark, NJ — A dog surrendered to a Newark animal shelter with…
Drones will soon be delivering Grubhub orders in New Jersey
A three-month pilot program will allow customers near Wonder’s Green Brook location to receive food orders by drone starting March 18. Green Brook, NJ – Grubhub announced a new pilot program that…
NJ Transit Delays Up to 60 Minutes After Overhead Wire Damage Near Portal Bridge
Rail service between Newark and New York is running with limited service after damage to Amtrak overhead wire infrastructure. Newark, NJ – NJ Transit rail service is experiencing delays of up to…
Jackson Schools to Lose Another $680,000 in School Funding Under Sherrill Budget Plan
Governor Mikie Sherrill’s proposed education budget would increase state school aid statewide, but several Ocean County districts would still see cuts while others receive significant increases. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s largest…
