Mikie Sherrill’s ‘Software Glitch’ Defense Starting to Fall Apart After Vendor Pushes Back
TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s explanation that a software glitch caused approximately 6,600 legally ineligible individuals to be added to New Jersey’s voter rolls is facing renewed scrutiny after the state’s…
Former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey Running For Office Again
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey, notable as the nation’s first openly gay governor, declared his intention to run for the mayor’s office in Jersey City in 2025.…
Dump Truck Overturns on NJ Turnpike in Edison
EDISON, NJ – An overturned dump truck caused disruptions on the NJ Turnpike in Edison on Saturday. The incident occurred on the outer roadway of the southbound lanes, at the entrance ramp…
Somerset County SWAT Standoff Ends with Hostage Rescue and Arrest
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – A nearly five-hour SWAT standoff ended with the rescue of a hostage and the arrest of Alonzo D. Blakey, 50, on Friday in Somerset County. Somerset County Prosecutor…
One Dead in Early Morning Shooting in Paterson
PATERSON, NJ – A 33-year-old man from Paterson was fatally shot early Friday morning, prompting an investigation by local authorities. Paterson Police Department officers responded to the scene at around 12:44 a.m.,…
Two Found DEadin Vehicle in Linden, Police Investigating
LINDEN, NJ — A death investigation is in progress after Linden Police discovered two deceased individuals in a vehicle on the 1900 block of E. Linden Ave earlier today. Officers, who were…
Drive-Up Food Distribution Event in Newark on Wednesday
NEWARK, NJ — Director Fritz G. Fragé of Newark Public Safety has announced street closures for the upcoming Drive Up and Go Food Distribution event scheduled for Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Dayton…
Jersey City Recognized for Pedestrian Safety
JERSEY CITY, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Transportation honored Jersey City with the 2023 Complete Streets Excellence and Champion Award for its effective implementation of the Vision Zero Action Plan,…
International Ave Closure Announced in Piscataway
PISCATAWAY, NJ – The Piscataway Township Police Department has announced a temporary road closure on International Ave. The road will be closed in both directions, stretching from Stelton Rd to Brotherhood St.…
3-Year-Old Taken in Newark Carjacking Triggers Statewide Amber Alert
Newark Police Search for Suspect in Carjacking with 3-Year-Old Child Inside NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected…
Hoboken Native Named Hero of New Jersey Addiction Crisis
MILLBURN, NJ – Angelo Valente, Executive Director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ), has been profiled in Authority Magazine’s “Heroes of the Addiction Crisis” series. A Hoboken native, Valente…
Statewide Amber Alert Issued for Missing 3-Year-Old from Newark
NEWARK, NJ – Newark and State Police in New Jersey have issued an amber alert for 3-year-old Pedro Dasilva. Pedro is described by police as a white male, last seen wearing a…
New Jersey Has a Castle and It’s Home to a Very Large Spoon Collection
Lambert Castle, located in Paterson, New Jersey, is not just another historical site. It’s home to a collection that spoon enthusiasts and historians can marvel at. The castle’s “Spoon Museum” boasts an…
Police in Newark Appeal for Help to Identify Suspect in Vehicle Burglary Case
NEWARK, NJ – Authorities in Newark are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who stole $4,000 worth of power tools from a vehicle on October 25. Captured on surveillance footage…
14-Year-Old Playing Basketball Among Two Shot This Weekend in Paterson
PATERSON, NJ – Two separate shootings occurred in Paterson on Saturday, adding to a month already marked by violence. A 14-year-old boy was shot around 4:30 p.m. while playing basketball. He was…
Double Shooting Leaves One Dead, Teen Critical in Passaic
PASSAIC, NJ — An early morning shooting on Harrison Street, near Holy Trinity Catholic Church, left one person dead and another injured on Saturday, October 28, according to a statement by Passaic…
Man Accused of Shoving Woman Into Moving NYC Subway Train Captured in Newark
NEWARK, NJ – Authorities have arrested a man in Newark who was wanted for pushing a woman into a moving subway train in New York City. Sabir Jones, 39, was apprehended by…
Elizabeth Man Pleads Guilty to 2021 Fatal Stabbing, Faces Up to 23 Years in Prison
ELIZABETH, NJ — Alexis Mondesi, 50, has pled guilty to first-degree Aggravated Manslaughter in connection with the 2021 stabbing death of Yonatan Alexander Vasquez-Torres, 21, Union County officials announced. At around 3:00…
Suicidal Man Surrenders to Police Without Incident
SECAUCUS, NJ — At 9:31 a.m. on Friday, October 27, the Secaucus Police Department responded to a call from the New Jersey State Police about a suicidal male. The individual’s phone was…
Newark Announces Street Closures for Drive-Up Food Distribution
NEWARK, NJ — Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé announced street closures scheduled for Wednesday, November 1, 2023, to facilitate the City of Newark’s Drive Up and Go Food Distribution event.…
Jersey City to Crack Down on Repeat Offenders of Illegal Parking
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Department of Public Safety announced enhanced parking enforcement measures targeting drivers who have accumulated $300 or more in unpaid fines. The initiative…
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