Ocean County College dean arrested in Pleasantville on child sex assault charges

A senior college official is accused of targeting a minor in a case spanning multiple incidents this month. TOMS RIVER, NJ – He was named Dean at Ocean County College just two…

Warrant arrests and drug charges highlight Wall Township police week

Multiple arrests reported in Wall Township during week of March 9 WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A series of arrests ranging from drug offenses and theft to DWI and road rage were reported…

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Teen suspect detained after knife-point robbery reported in Pine Lake Park section of Manchester

A juvenile was taken into custody one day after a victim fled a knife-point robbery in Manchester’s Pine Lake Park neighborhood. Manchester, NJ – A reported knife-point robbery in the Pine Lake…

West New York police join nearly 7,000 plungers at Seaside Heights Polar Plunge

Thousands of participants, including West New York police officers, entered frigid ocean waters to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey during Saturday’s annual Polar Plunge. Seaside Heights, NJ – Members of…

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…

Woman killed in police-involved shooting in Lacey Township

Knife recovered after fatal police shooting in Lanoka Harbor LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A woman was fatally shot during an early-morning encounter with a police officer in the Lanoka Harbor section of…

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…

Road rage incident in Wall Township leads to arrest of Neptune man on weapons charges

Police say a confrontation in a shopping center parking lot escalated when a suspect allegedly displayed what appeared to be a firearm. Wall Township, NJ – A Neptune Township man was arrested…

Victim runs for safety after knife-point robbery in Pine Lake Park

Knife-point robbery in Manchester ends with teen in custody MANCHESTER, N.J. — A victim ran into a nearby home for safety after being confronted by a suspect armed with a knife during…

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…

Beloved Middletown Schools to Shut Down Due to District Budget and Financial Problems

District leaders say the move will save millions annually as enrollment declines and costs rise. Middletown, NJ – The Middletown Township Board of Education voted Thursday night to close three schools as…

Elderly Lakewood Woman Charged for Bias After Making Derogatory Comments to Passerby

Police say a dispute between neighbors escalated into alleged derogatory remarks leading to criminal charges. Lakewood, NJ – A 71-year-old Lakewood resident has been charged with bias intimidation following an incident earlier…

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…

Marines Should Not Go Into Hiding: Veterans Group Rescinds Previous Guidance to Stay Hidden During Iran Conflict

A force protection message sent to Marine Corps League members was reversed a day later after backlash across the organization. TRENTON, NJ – A national advisory urging members of the Marine Corps…

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…

One dead after dramatic police encounter in Ocean County

Police encounter in Lacey Township leaves one person dead, officer injured LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A police encounter in Ocean County early Monday morning left one person dead and a police officer…

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…

Pine Brook Road Closed in Tinton Falls After Utility Poles Knocked Down

Officials say a section of Pine Brook Road could remain closed for up to 12 hours while crews repair downed utility poles. Tinton Falls, NJ – A stretch of Pine Brook Road…

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…

K-9 Puppies Otto and Bruno the Cutest New Addition to the Gloucester Police Department Welcome Citizen Cadets

The department’s newest four-legged ambassadors made a public appearance during the ninth week of the Citizens Police Academy. Gloucester Township, NJ – Two new puppies training to become community resource K-9 ambassadors…

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