New Jersey’s Ten Most Ridiculous COVID-19 Lockdown Rules: A Look Back
Trenton, NJ – Six years after New Jersey’s COVID-19 emergency orders transformed daily life, many residents still point to some of Gov. Phil Murphy’s pandemic restrictions as examples of government overreach, inconsistent…
Road rage turns violent as Illegal as suspect charged, three remain at large in New Jersey
SOUTH RIVER, N.J. — A road rage incident on Ferry Street escalated into a weapons-related confrontation that led to the recovery of an illegal firearm, criminal charges against one suspect, and a…
This New Jersey GOP candidate paid himself $250,000 with public campaign donations
TOMS RIVER, NJ – One New Jersey candidate will be victorious in June whether or not he wins the GOP primary election for governor. Editor’s Note: This article incorrectly reported funds diverted…
Hometown heroes: Galloway police honored for service, support at council meeting
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Several members of the Galloway Township Police Department were honored during Tuesday night’s township council meeting for their service, dedication, and support of military personnel, with officers receiving…
Large explosions expected Wednesday morning in Monmouth County
COLTS NECK, N.J. — The U.S. Navy will conduct explosive ordnance disposal operations at Naval Weapons Station Earle on Wednesday, with controlled detonations scheduled throughout the day, officials confirmed. Key Points Operations…
Migrant youth soccer coach charged with murder after 13-year-old’s body found on roadside
A youth soccer coach has been charged with the murder of 13-year-old Oscar “Omar” Hernandez, whose body was discovered last week along a rural road in Ventura County, officials announced. Key Points…
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down NYC’s Grand Central Station during Netanyahu visit
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Pro-Palestine demonstrators temporarily shut down Grand Central Station on Monday in a disruptive protest coinciding with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House, according to…
New Jersey lawmaker urges state action on vaccination rates
TRENTON, N.J. — Citing a surge in measles cases across the United States and falling childhood immunization rates, the New Jersey Senate has introduced Resolution No. 127, urging residents to stay up-to-date…
News 12 camera crew assaulted by homeless man at Bon Jovi soup kitchen
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A News 12 New Jersey cameraman was allegedly attacked by a homeless man at the Toms River Library while filming a segment about a soup kitchen founded by…
New York police raid meth lab in Reading
READING, N.Y. — A Schuyler County man was arrested Thursday after New York State Police discovered a large-scale methamphetamine operation during a raid at a residence on Church Road. Key Points Jeremy…
Shelter pleads for rescue as senior dog Tommy faces uncertain fate after owner’s death
JACKSON, NJ — A 12-year-old Border Collie mix named Tommy is urgently in need of rescue after the recent death of his owner left him without a home, according to a post…
MS-13 ringleader wanted for extortion, blackmail and terrorism arrested in Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A documented member of the violent MS-13 street gang wanted in El Salvador for charges including extortion, blackmail, and terrorist affiliation was arrested in Virginia by U.S. Immigration and…
Canadian trainer convicted in brutal deadly beating of horse in New York
CRAWFORD, N.Y. — A Canadian man has been convicted in the violent killing of a racehorse in Orange County after a judge found him guilty on all charges stemming from the July…
Toms River cocaine trafficker gets 11 years in state prison
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Toms River man was sentenced Friday to 11 years in New Jersey State Prison after pleading guilty to multiple narcotics charges tied to two cocaine distribution investigations…
New Jersey candidate for governor proposed tax for people who don’t vaccinate
TRENTON, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea is drawing fire after a video of him calling for a vaccine tax on his radio show resurfaced on X. Spadea said New Jersey…
He thought she was a 13-year-old girl, but she was a Bensalem cop
Bensalem, PA – Bensalem Police apprehended 34-year-old Ian Evans of Shipley Place, Philadelphia, following a month-long investigation into his predatory behavior toward a minor. Evans, who allegedly believed he was communicating with…
Deported killer dad arrested by ICE after reentering U.S. illegally
A previously deported Mexican national convicted of killing his own child has been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials announced. Key Points ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations Fugitive Operations and…
Migrant child assault offender arrested by ICE after Fairfax County refused to honor detainer
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — A convicted Guatemalan sex offender illegally residing in the U.S. was arrested by federal authorities in Falls Church last week, following a multi-agency operation involving U.S. Immigration and…
Venezuelan woman, 21, found stabbed and stuffed in futon in Philly apartment: police
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A 21-year-old Venezuelan woman was found stabbed to death and hidden inside a futon wrapped in a sheet and shower curtain over the weekend in a Philadelphia apartment, authorities…
ICE arrests migrant child sex offender in New York City after third illegal reentry
NEW YORK, NY — A Guatemalan national convicted of sexually assaulting a child and repeatedly entering the United States illegally was arrested in New York City following his release from federal prison,…
DOJ: Trump assassination suspect tried to buy rocket launcher from Ukraine to kill President
MIAMI, FL — The U.S. Department of Justice revealed Monday that Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump, tried to illegally obtain anti-aircraft weapons from a…
