Paterson Mayor Condemns Residents’ Use of Fire Hydrants as Heat Index Soars Above 110 Degrees
Paterson, NJ – Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh is criticizing residents who illegally opened fire hydrants during Friday’s extreme heat, saying the practice created unnecessary public safety concerns and disrupted water service to…
Truck Driver Who Killed Pennsylvania Trooper Was Haitian National Who Illegally Entered U.S.
Cass Township, PA — A Haitian national charged in the death of Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Pahira was in the United States illegally at the time of the crash, according to the…
New Jersey Weather: Scorching Fourth of July Heat to Give Way to Storms, Cooler Temperatures
Mount Holly, NJ – New Jersey residents will endure another day of dangerous heat and humidity on Independence Day before a round of showers and thunderstorms brings cooler temperatures beginning Sunday. The…
Two Friday Fires in Lakewood at Ocean County Park, Recycling Facility
Lakewood, NJ – Firefighters battled an overnight forest fire in Ocean County Park in Lakewood, bringing the blaze under control after crews responded during the overnight hours. Officials have not released the…
Wall Township Cancels Firecracker 5 Race After Storm Brings Down Large Trees
Wall Township, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department announced that the annual Firecracker 5 race scheduled for Saturday has been canceled after severe thunderstorms brought down two large trees overnight. Police…
More Than 150,000 JCP&L Customers Across New Jersey Remain Without Power After Severe Storms
Holmdel, NJ – More than 150,000 Jersey Central Power & Light customers across New Jersey remained without electricity Saturday morning after strong thunderstorms brought damaging winds, heavy rain, and downed trees and…
Parsippany Residents Told Not to Call 911 About Power Outages After Severe Storm
Police urged residents to report outages directly to Jersey Central Power & Light as crews worked to restore electricity following Friday night’s damaging thunderstorms. Parsippany, NJ – The Parsippany Police Department is…
Holmdel Police Warn Residents to Avoid Multiple Roads After Severe Storm Downs Trees, Power Lines
Police urged motorists to avoid several roads across Holmdel Township Friday night as crews worked to clear storm damage and restore power following severe thunderstorms. Holmdel, NJ – Holmdel Township Police are…
Wildwood Man Airlifted After E-Bike Crashes Into Parked Vehicle in Wildwood Crest
A 25-year-old Wildwood man was flown to a trauma center after his electric bicycle struck a legally parked vehicle Wednesday night in Wildwood Crest. Wildwood Crest, NJ – A 25-year-old Wildwood resident…
Missing Camper Found Safe at Bass River Campground as Storm Leaves Timberline Without Power
A missing person reported to be in the water at Timberline Campground was found safe, but the campground remained without electricity Friday night as severe storms swept across South Jersey. Bass River,…
Severe Thunderstorms Slam Union County, Spark Fires and Widespread Power Outages in Cranford
Power outages, burning high-tension lines, and dozens of downed trees were reported across Cranford Friday night as severe thunderstorms with 60 mph winds swept through Union County. Cranford, NJ – Severe thunderstorms…
Marlboro Township Urges Residents to Stay Off Roads as Severe Storm Causes Flooding and Road Closures
Police warned residents to avoid unnecessary travel Friday night as heavy rain and strong winds created hazardous conditions on roads across Marlboro Township. Marlboro, NJ – Marlboro Township officials are urging residents…
Severe Storms Leave Nearly 200,000 FirstEnergy Customers Without Power Across New Jersey
Power outages surged to nearly 200,000 customers Friday night after severe thunderstorms swept across New Jersey following a day of dangerous triple-digit heat, with Ocean County remaining under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch…
Scattered Power Outages Reported Across Ocean County as Triple-Digit Heat Strains Electric Grid
Minor outages have been reported in several Ocean County communities Thursday as temperatures climbed above 100 degrees, increasing demand on the electrical system. Ocean County, NJ – Scattered power outages were reported…
July Heatwave Brings NYC Crimewave
As New Yorkers endured another day of extreme summer heat, the NYPD issued a wave of Crime Stoppers alerts seeking suspects in robberies, assaults, subway attacks and gun-related incidents across the city.…
Gunman Sought After 23-Year-Old Shot on Pacific Street in Brooklyn, NYPD Says
Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect after a 23-year-old man was shot in the thigh outside a Brooklyn address Monday evening. Brooklyn, NY – The New York City…
New Jersey Heat Wave Peaks Friday as Temperatures Soar Above 100, Relief Arrives This Weekend
Dangerous heat will continue across parts of New Jersey through Saturday, but cooler temperatures and increasing chances of showers and thunderstorms are expected by Sunday. Mount Holly, NJ – The worst of…
New Jersey Veteran Shot and Killed in Florida Walmart Parking Lot Dispute
A retired U.S. Army staff sergeant from New Jersey was shot and killed during a confrontation over a parking space outside a Florida Walmart, and authorities continue to investigate the woman’s claim…
$1 million winning Scratch-Off ticket sold in Pittsburgh
A Pennsylvania Lottery player is holding a $1 million winning Scratch-Off ticket after it was sold at a Pittsburgh convenience store. MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — A Pennsylvania Lottery player is holding a $1…
Man accused in fatal DC beating extradited from North Carolina
Police say a 35-year-old man was captured in North Carolina and returned to Washington to face a first-degree murder charge in a Northeast DC homicide. WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man accused of…
$50K Powerball winner sold in Yonkers
A Powerball Double Play ticket worth $50,000 was purchased at a Yonkers retailer for Wednesday night’s drawing. SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A New York Lottery player is holding a $50,000 winning Powerball Double…