Cape May County Man Arrested for Illegal Firearms Possession

Cape May Court House, NJ – Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Chief of Detectives Michael Emmer have announced the arrest of Robert A. James, 53, from the 700 Block…

July 24, 2024

Water Main Break Shuts Down Lanes on Route 37 Eastbound

Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Township Government has announced a water main break in the area of Route 37 eastbound and Whittier Avenue. As a result, two lanes are currently…

July 24, 2024

Two NYC Car Thieves Arested for Multiple Motor Vehicle Burglaries in New Jersey

Somerville, NJ – Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald, along with the chiefs of the Bernards Township and Hillsborough Township police departments, announced the arrest of Jose Cabanzo-Pena, 28, and Luis Eduardo…

July 24, 2024

New Jersey Attorney General’s Office Investigates Fatal Crash Following Police Pursuit

Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, led by Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability, directed by Drew Skinner, are currently…

July 24, 2024

Three Injured in Stabbing Incident in New Rochelle

New Rochelle, NY – Early Sunday morning, New Rochelle Police responded to a large disorderly group on the 200 block of North Avenue, resulting in three adult males sustaining stab wounds. At…

July 24, 2024

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Edison Woman Charged in Fatal Stabbing

Edison, NJ – Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Thomas Bryan of the Edison Police Department announced that Joan Franklin Polanco, 37, of Edison, has been charged in connection with the…

July 24, 2024

AG Celebrates Record High Horse Race Gambling Take

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Racing Commission have announced a new record set during the Haskell Stakes on Saturday at Monmouth Park. The…

July 24, 2024

Porch Pirate Sought by Newark Police

NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Public Safety Department is seeking the public’s assistance to identify a suspect involved in a recent package theft. Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé announced that the…

July 24, 2024

Five Phrases and Words Only New Jersey Understands

Exploring the Garden State Lexicon: Five Phrases Only New Jerseyans Would Know New Jersey, often overshadowed by its larger neighbor, New York, boasts a rich cultural heritage and a unique dialect flavored…

July 24, 2024

Food Delivery Driver Carjacked on Moped in Newark

The Newark Department of Public Safety is seeking help from the public in identifying and locating a suspect involved in a recent carjacking incident. Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé made the…

July 24, 2024

New Jersey Suing Eight Housing Providers Accused of Denying the Disabled

TRENTON, NJ — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) announced today that they have issued Findings of Probable Cause in eight cases involving allegations…

July 24, 2024

Two Newark Fire Fighters Injured, Families Displaced in Monday Fire

NEWARK, NJ – Multiple families were displaced and two Newark firefighters were injured in a blaze at a home in the city on Monday. On Monday, Newark firefighters responded to a significant…

July 24, 2024

Four Armed Robbery Suspects Sought in Newark

NEWARK, NJ – Three men were robbed in Newark at gunpoint on Monday. Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is calling on the community for assistance in identifying a group of…

July 24, 2024

Morning Commute Challenges Across New Jersey Due to Multiple Traffic Incidents

New Jersey commuters faced a slew of disruptions this Wednesday morning, with multiple traffic incidents reported across key routes. Authorities are addressing several situations that have significantly impacted travel times and traffic…

July 24, 2024

Rain to Shower the Garden State for Two Days

New Jersey is set for a soggy couple of days as the weather forecast predicts rain and thunderstorms across the state. Today, residents can expect showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 1…

July 24, 2024

Over 100,000 Doses of Narcan Distributed in New Jersey Over Past Year and Half

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey has distributed over 100,000 doses of naloxone in the past year and a half, according to the New Jersey State Police. This initiative is credited with contributing…

July 23, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy Travels to D.C. Amid Rumors of Vice Presidential Short List

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey is en route to Washington, D.C. this afternoon, fueling speculations about his potential vice-presidential candidacy alongside Kamala Harris. Although Murphy’s office has confirmed…

July 23, 2024

Ocean County Man Gets 40-Year Sentence for Hate Crimes Against Orthodox Jews

Trenton, NJ — An Ocean County man was sentenced today to 40 years in prison for committing a series of violent hate crimes against members of the Orthodox Jewish community in and…

July 23, 2024

Overnight Road Work Scheduled for Cranbury and Fern Road Intersection in East Brunswick

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The East Brunswick Police Department has announced an overnight milling and paving project at the intersection of Cranbury Road and Fern Road. The work is scheduled to start…

July 23, 2024

Linden Police Youth Academy Celebrates Graduation

LINDEN, NJ – The Linden Police Youth Academy Class #6 celebrated their graduation on Friday, marking the culmination of a week of intensive training. The department expressed immense pride in the growth…

July 23, 2024

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