Los Angeles Faces First Amendment Challenge Over Ban on N-Word, C-Word
Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles City Council is facing a constitutional challenge after adopting a policy that prohibits members of the public from using the racial slur commonly known as…
Woman accused of using fake identities to steal $86K from bank accounts
Fake ID scheme drains nearly $87K from multiple victims prosecutors say TRENTON, N.J. — A Hudson County woman has been indicted after authorities say she used fake identities to access bank accounts…
Dozens of small dogs abandoned in Sussex County, some still missing
Authorities are investigating a series of coordinated animal abandonment cases across multiple towns in Sussex County. Sussex County, NJ – New Jersey State Police are searching for those responsible after multiple groups…
Newark police seek two suspects after gunfire on South 10th Street
Authorities recovered shell casings after a ShotSpotter alert signaled gunfire in a Newark neighborhood. Newark, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying two individuals wanted in connection with a…
Small dogs abandoned across three New Jersey towns spark investigation and reward offer
Sussex County, NJ – A series of dog abandonment incidents across three municipalities on Monday has prompted a multi-agency investigation and a public appeal for information, with officials confirming that several small…
Newark police search for suspect accused of stealing license plate on Grove Street
Newark, NJ – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect accused of removing a license plate from a parked vehicle in Newark earlier this month, an incident captured on…
New Jersey’s largest military base just went on high alert after suspicious packages found
Wrightstown, NJ – A brief security alert unfolded at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on Tuesday after suspicious packages were reported on the installation, prompting an immediate response from Security Forces and emergency personnel.…
Undocumented Migrants in New Jersey Get Licenses, But Are They Registering for Selective Service Like American Citizens?
As automatic systems expand in New Jersey, concerns grow over whether safeguards and obligations are applied consistently. Trenton, NJ – New Jersey’s Motor Vehicle Commission is once again at the center of…
New Jersey Attorney General investigatiging after woman in medical distress who called 911 shot and killed by cops
A predawn 911 medical call in Lanoka Harbor ended in a fatal police encounter now under state investigation. Lacey Township, NJ – A woman was shot and killed by a Lacey Township…
Chocolates sold at New Jersey are Lidl stores recalled over undeclared tree nut allergens
Undisclosed allergen in German-style nougat sweets prompts multi-state recall across East Coast stores. Arlington, VA – Lidl US has issued a voluntary recall of its Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs candy after discovering the…
FDA recall issued for Boner Bear, Red Bull honey supplements laced with prescription drug ingredients
Tampa, FL – A Florida-based distributor has announced a nationwide recall of several honey-based dietary supplements after federal testing found undeclared prescription drug ingredients commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The products,…
NJ Republicans in Roxbury criticize Rep. Tom Kean Jr. amid broader Democratic attacks
A local GOP committee’s rebuke adds to mounting political pressure on New Jersey’s 7th District congressman. Roxbury, NJ – A local Republican organization in Morris County is publicly criticizing U.S. Rep. Tom…
Seaside Park woman pleads guilty in crash that killed 75-year-old man
A late-night hit-and-run in Seaside Heights led to a vehicular homicide plea after the victim died weeks later from his injuries. SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. – A Seaside Park woman has pleaded guilty…
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…
K-9 Roc celebrates 7th birthday while continuing patrol service with Manchester Police
The Manchester Police Department marked a milestone birthday for one of its working K-9 partners, recognizing years of service in the community. Manchester, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department celebrated the…
Teen suspect detained after knife-point robbery reported in Pine Lake Park section of Manchester
A juvenile was taken into custody one day after a victim fled a knife-point robbery in Manchester’s Pine Lake Park neighborhood. Manchester, NJ – A reported knife-point robbery in the Pine Lake…
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…
