NJ Transit Quietly Scales Back Ambitious $22 Million Bus Lane After World Cup
Newark, NJ – A new NJ TRANSIT after-action report on transportation operations during the FIFA World Cup does not cancel the long-discussed Meadowlands Transitway. Instead, the report concludes that future events at…
Newark Cops Search for Car Burglary Suspect
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man seen on video stealing luggage from a parked vehicle Saturday evening. The incident occurred around 6:09 p.m.…
Somerset County surpasses 15,000 acres of preserved open space following Hillsborough purchase
HILLSBOROUGH, N.J. — Somerset County has reached a major milestone in its long-standing commitment to land conservation, surpassing 15,000 acres of preserved open space with the recent acquisition of the Hillsborough Country…
Man Accused of Torching North Jersey Salon Charged with Arson
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A West New York man was arrested Tuesday following a week-long investigation into a fire and vandalism incident on Front Street, police said. Secaucus Police responded to two incidents…
New York man charged with wire fraud and identity theft in $150K loan scheme
NEWARK, N.J. — A New York City man has been charged with wire fraud and aggravated identity theft for allegedly using stolen personal information to obtain fraudulent business loans totaling $150,000, federal…
5-Year-Old Girl Injured During Shooting Inside Perth Amboy Home
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. — A 5-year-old girl was hospitalized after being shot inside a home on Cortlandt Street late Monday night, according to the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office. Authorities responded to the…
New Jersey Bill Seeks to Provide Full Medical Benefits to Undocumented Migrants
TRENTON, N.J. — A bill introduced in the New Jersey General Assembly would authorize full state-funded Medicaid coverage for undocumented immigrants, pending federal approval and system readiness. Sponsored by Assemblywoman Garnet R.…
New Jersey bill seeks to block unauthorized hiring of illegal alien workers
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly introduced bill in the New Jersey General Assembly would require all employers in the state to use the federal E-Verify program to confirm the work eligibility of…
Roselle man charged in knife-point robbery at Linden convenience store
LINDEN, N.J. — A Roselle man has been arrested and charged in connection with the armed robbery of a Linden convenience store last May, according to police. Nigel Cummings, 29, faces charges…
Murphy says Trump-fueled red shift in New Jersey is real but believes Democrats will prevail in November
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy acknowledged recent Republican gains in New Jersey as “concerning,” pointing to a significant shift in voter behavior during the 2024 presidential election, but said he remains…
Scooter rider killed after police pursuit in Woodbridge under state investigation
WOODBRIDGE, N.J. — The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday involving a motorized scooter rider who fled from a police traffic stop in Perth…
Secaucus police officers revive unresponsive man with CPR and defibrillator
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A team of Secaucus police officers helped save the life of a 42-year-old man who was found unresponsive at Harmon Cove Towers on Monday afternoon, authorities said. At approximately…
Structure fire damages Warren Township home, no injuries reported
WARREN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A house fire broke out Friday night in Warren Township, drawing emergency response from multiple fire departments across the area, officials said. The blaze was reported around 8:55…
A North Jersey Open Air Drug Market Has Been Shutdown by ICE, Alina Habba Announces
NEWARK, N.J. — Federal and local law enforcement arrested 18 individuals on Monday in a major drug trafficking operation that dismantled an open-air narcotics market based in the Bradley Court Public Housing…
Nutley police investigate July 4 early morning shooting on Passaic Avenue
NUTLEY, N.J. — Police in Nutley are investigating an early morning shooting that occurred Friday on Passaic Avenue, authorities said. According to the Nutley Police Department, the incident happened at approximately 2:25…
Dong Oh charged for sexual assault at New Jersey massage parlor
EDGEWATER, N.J. — A 55-year-old Teaneck man was arrested and charged with sexual assault following an incident that allegedly occurred at SoJo Spa Club in Edgewater, authorities announced Wednesday. Dong H. Oh…
Newark police seek help identifying suspect in Market Street auto burglaries
NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to multiple auto burglaries that occurred early Wednesday morning. According to Public…
Brooklyn woman charged in $220K New Jersey email fraud scheme
SECAUCUS, N.J. — A Brooklyn woman was arrested Monday after investigators linked her to a six-figure theft carried out through a fraudulent email targeting a financial transaction in early 2022, officials said.…
New Jersey Gas Prices Would Drop 15% Overnight if Phil Murphy Did This
As summer travel peaks and families hit the road, the idea of a gas tax holiday in New Jersey has surfaced as a potential relief measure for residents grappling with high fuel…
Alina Habba Nominated to Serve Four Year Term as U.S. Attorney For New Jersey
NEWARK, N.J. — Alina Habba, who has served as interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey since March, was formally nominated Tuesday by the Trump administration to hold the post for a full…
Twenty-four charged in Newark Bloods gang-linked drug and firearms conspiracy
NEWARK, N.J. — Twenty-four individuals connected to the Bloods-affiliated gang “Sex, Money, Murder” were charged Wednesday with narcotics and firearms offenses following a 14-month federal investigation into drug trafficking at the Bradley…
