Teen’s death inside Mattapan home now ruled homicide
Boston police name 18-year-old victim while detectives seek answers BOSTON, Mass. — An 18-year-old Boston woman found shot to death inside a Mattapan home has been identified after the medical examiner ruled…
New Jersey awards $35 million to expand affordable housing across 23 communities
TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) announced more than $35 million in new Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) investments for fiscal year 2026, funding 23 housing developments…
Greenwich Village Machete Carjacking Shocks Entire Community
MANHATTAN, NY – Police are investigating a violent carjacking in Greenwich Village after a man was forced out of his vehicle by three suspects, one of whom brandished a machete, authorities said.…
Mercy House gives away 800 turkeys to families across North Jersey amid record need
NEWARK, NJ – Nearly 800 families received full Thanksgiving meals this week from the Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House as the organization responded to an unprecedented surge in demand. The three-day turkey…
Woman shot inside North Philadelphia home on Thanksgiving
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A woman was hospitalized Tuesday evening after being shot inside a property in the city’s 39th District, police said. The shooting occurred around 5:16 p.m. in the 2800 block…
Four Bronx residents charged in violent New Jersey carjacking and robbery
TEANECK, NJ – Four Bronx residents have been charged in connection with an armed carjacking and robbery that left two Teaneck residents held at gunpoint outside their home earlier this year, authorities…
Two more men charged in Maywood jewelry store armed robbery after 19-month investigation
MAYWOOD, NJ – Two additional suspects have been charged in connection with a violent 2024 jewelry store robbery in Maywood, marking the latest arrests in a sweeping, 19-month investigation that has now…
Woman critically injured in shooting on Ogontz Avenue; one in custody
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A 28-year-old woman was left in critical condition after being shot late Wednesday afternoon in the city’s 14th District. Police said the shooting occurred around 5:05 p.m. in the…
Two turkeys and a rabbit rescued from NYC slaughter markets before Thanksgiving
NEW YORK, NY – Humane Long Island rescued two young turkeys and a rabbit from New York City live animal markets this week, giving the animals — now named Mayflower, Plymouth, and…
Chicago man charged with murder, machine gun possession in September shooting
CHICAGO, IL – A 35-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a 42-year-old man earlier this year on the city’s South Side, police announced…
A sad day for Toms River Taxpayers as Council Votes Against Eliminating Sewer Bills, Free Healthcare for Political Allies
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s a public no-show job and a grift that would make even fictional New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano want a piece of the action. Now, Toms River…
Staten Island man arrested for armed robbery of teen at Queens subway station
QUEENS, NY – A Staten Island man has been arrested in connection with an October armed robbery that began inside a Queens subway station and ended with the victim being forced to…
Wall Township police report eight arrests in weeklong enforcement effort
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Wall Township Police made multiple arrests during the week of November 17 through November 23, including several for driving while intoxicated and others on outstanding warrants. The department’s…
New Jersey AG Platkin joins bipartisan coalition urging Congress not to block state AI protections
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 35 other attorneys general from across the country in warning Congress against banning state-level regulation of artificial intelligence. The bipartisan…
Robbinsville police drone helps rescue missing person in cold, rainy conditions
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – A Robbinsville police drone helped officers locate a missing person with special needs late Wednesday night after they wandered away from home in cold and rainy weather. Police said…
Four juveniles arrested after stolen car found with loaded gun in Columbus
COLUMBUS, OH – Four teenagers are facing charges after police recovered a stolen vehicle and found a loaded firearm inside during an early morning stop on the city’s east side. Police said…
New Scam Targeting New Jersey Residents at Local Planning and Zoning Boards
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – Township officials are warning residents and businesses about a new scam targeting applicants involved with the Planning and Zoning Department through the use of fake invoices and spoofed…
Beekman man charged with burglary arrested again after returning to pharmacy
BEEKMAN, NY – A 38-year-old Beekman man is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he broke into a local pharmacy, then was arrested again hours later for returning to the same…
Don’t Be a Turkey: Montgomery County Police ramp up DUI enforcement for holiday season
ROCKVILLE, MD – Montgomery County Police say their Alcohol Holiday Task Force is fully activated and focusing on identifying and arresting impaired drivers through the end of the year. Between November 19…
Teen driver charged after stolen car crashes, injuring passenger in North Tonawanda
NORTH TONAWANDA, NY – A 14-year-old boy is facing multiple felony charges after police say he crashed a stolen vehicle, injuring a passenger and damaging several parked cars early Sunday morning. According…
Wild turkeys protest outside NY State Police HQ on Thanksgiving, all pardoned and released
NEW SCOTLAND, NY – A group of wild turkeys caused a lighthearted stir Thanksgiving morning after showing up uninvited outside the New York State Police headquarters in New Scotland. None ended up…
