Trenton man arrested with stolen machine pistol police say
Officers allege suspect carried Glock fitted with conversion device and stolen from Pennsylvania TRENTON, NJ — A patrol through Trenton’s Unity Square Park led officers to a 23-year-old man who allegedly fled…
Jackson Township Has an Illegal Rental Problem as Half of Properties Inspected Operating Illegally, One Criminally
Jackson launches rental crackdown with 50% of properties cited on first day. New inspection bureau issues widespread violations as officials target illegal rentals. Jackson, NJ – It has been a long road…
16,000 remain without power across New Jersey after storms down trees, lines overnight
Heavy rain and strong winds leave widespread outages and ongoing repairs across multiple utility regions. Newark, NJ – More than 11,000 customers across New Jersey remained without power Tuesday morning after overnight…
Berlin Cross Keys Road closed in Monroe Township after Verizon lines block lanes
Fallen utility lines shut down all four lanes near Sam’s Club, disrupting morning traffic. Monroe Township, NJ – A full road closure is in effect along Berlin Cross Keys Road in Gloucester…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Senior Citizens in New York are Going Bankrupt as Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Find Out Why
State lawmakers are seeking a deeper look at the financial pressures driving older residents into bankruptcy. Senior bankruptcy study bill introduced in New York Assembly to examine decade of filings Albany, NY…
New York clean fuel bill aims to cut transportation emissions 20% by 2034
The proposal would require fuel providers to lower the carbon intensity of transportation fuels across New York. Albany, NY – New York lawmakers are advancing legislation that would establish a statewide “Clean…
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…
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