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…
North Jersey woman who led violent drug trafficking gang arrested with 26 associates
TRENTON, NJ — Twenty-six individuals have been charged in connection with a violent open-air drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, state officials announced Tuesday, describing the arrests as a significant blow to…
DWI arrests, drug charges, and forged documents: Nine suspects nabbed in April crime sweep
CLARK, N.J. — Police in Clark made a series of arrests between April 1 and April 20, with charges ranging from driving while intoxicated to possession of controlled substances and uttering forged…
Man charged in Jersey City hit-and-run that left pedestrian seriously injured
JERSEY CITY, NJ — A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an April 7 hit-and-run in Jersey City that left a pedestrian seriously injured, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther…
In New Jersey, is it pizza or is it a pie
When you call your favorite local pizza joint, do you ask for a pizza or a pie? In New Jersey, a state renowned for its rich culinary heritage and vibrant Italian-American culture,…
Driver charged in double-fatal Linden crash after allegedly running red light at high speed
LINDEN, NJ — A 28-year-old Piscataway man has been charged with two counts of second-degree vehicular homicide in connection with a deadly crash last year that killed two people, officials announced Thursday.…
The faces of ICE: Over 200 arrested in New York City migrant sweep
NEW YORK — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 206 individuals during a week-long enhanced enforcement operation in the New York City area, focusing on illegal aliens with serious criminal histories, ICE…
A New Jersey human trafficker who exploited a minor among four victims was sentenced to nearly 18 years in prison
TRENTON, N.J. — A Newark man was sentenced to 210 months in federal prison Thursday for trafficking multiple women, including a minor, across state lines for sex, following his conviction on a…
Caught on camera: Newark cops hunt suspect in North Star Academy school break-in
NEWARK, NJ, April 17 — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man captured on surveillance video during a burglary at North Star Academy early Wednesday morning, Newark officials…
Newark police seek suspect wanted for marble madness
NEWARK, N.J. — Newark police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man accused of shattering windows with marbles during two early-morning incidents this week. According to Newark Public Safety…
Florida man captured aboard New Jersey train with illegal guns and booby trap
TRENTON, N.J. — Wednesday — A Florida man is facing multiple state weapons charges after authorities say he left a suitcase containing an assault rifle and ammunition in Newark Penn Station and…
Liquor store rampage: Newark cops hunt man who smashed TV, fridge with bottles
NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who caused damage inside a Springfield Avenue liquor store after being asked to leave for appearing intoxicated, officials…
Newark’s cherry blossoms are in their prime, but the countdown is on before the petals vanish
NEWARK, NJ — More than 5,300 cherry blossom trees are in full bloom at Branch Brook Park, drawing thousands of visitors as the Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival enters its final days.…
New Jersey Democrat councilman arrested in statewide mob-linked gambling bust
TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping racketeering investigation has led to charges against 39 individuals — including a Prospect Park councilman and alleged members of the Lucchese Crime Family — in connection with…
Family loses everything in South Amboy house fire including beloved dog
SOUTH AMBOY, N.J. — A house fire that broke out on April 6 left the Hanna family homeless and mourning the loss of their dog, as friends and supporters rally to help…
Student stabbed at Fort Lee High School, One Arrest Made
FORT LEE, N.J. — A student was stabbed inside Fort Lee High School on Tuesday, prompting a full lockdown and a law enforcement response that resulted in the assailant being taken into…
New Jersey boy bravely battles kidney failure as family seeks living donor for life-saving transplant
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Thirteen-year-old Omar Danso, a seventh-grader at Schor Middle School, is facing a life-threatening health crisis after being diagnosed with end-stage renal failure. Now, his family is searching for a…
Manhunt underway after driver strikes victim twice in Newark hit-and-run
NEWARK, NJ — Authorities are searching for a driver who twice struck a man with a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident early Friday morning, according to the Newark Department of Public Safety.…
Turnpike crash probe: State Police seek red pickup truck driver in Carteret wreck
CARTERET, N.J. — New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a red pickup truck who may have witnessed a serious crash on the New…
New Jersey Cops to Dunkin Donuts April Fools’ Day Prankster, Well Played
BELLEVILLE, NJ — Officers at the Belleville Police Department received an unexpected surprise Monday morning when an anonymous prankster delivered what appeared to be a box of Dunkin’ Donuts, only for it…
Trout Season Kicks Off in New Jersey: Here Are the Top Stocked Fisheries to Explore
Anglers across the Garden State are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the 2025 spring trout season officially began today, Saturday, April 5, at 8 a.m. With more than 180,000 rainbow…
