Porch pirate caught on camera stealing package in Newark
Police search for man accused of stealing delivered package in Newark Newark, NJ – A delivered package containing a rug valued at more than $150 … Read more
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Engine issue forces emergency landing at Newark Airport; passengers use slide to exit plane
NEWARK, N.J. – Air traffic at Newark Liberty International Airport was briefly stopped Wednesday evening when a JetBlue aircraft made an emergency landing after smoke … Read more
Watch: Drunk driver plows into Freehold preschool, injures mom and two kids
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A 68-year-old woman from Manalapan was charged after authorities said she was driving while intoxicated when her SUV barreled into a … Read more
Juvenile charged in Evesham vehicle burglary investigation
Juvenile charged after vehicle burglary spree in Evesham neighborhoods Evesham Township, NJ – A juvenile has been charged in connection with a series of vehicle … Read more
Morning delivery stolen from Newark home
Gold minivan driver sought in Newark package theft caught on camera Newark, NJ – A package was taken from the front of a Littleton Avenue … Read more
No Risk to Water Supply After Dead Geese with Suspected Avian Flu Found at Monmouth County Reservior
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — New Jersey environmental officials are monitoring an active outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), also known as H5N1, following reports of … Read more
Sandwich pride debate settled: it’s called a sub, not a hoagie
TOMS RIVER, NJ – There’s one thing guaranteed to stir up debate faster than traffic on the Parkway: what do you call that long sandwich … Read more
Teen nabbed in Evesham car theft spree after multi-agency raid
EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ – A coordinated law enforcement operation has led to the arrest of a juvenile accused of receiving a stolen motor vehicle following … Read more
Soaring housing costs trapping New Jersey couples in unwanted marriages
TRENTON, NJ – For thousands of New Jersey couples, the cost of leaving may be higher than the cost of staying. A new study by … Read more
Rally against New Jersey’s massive migrant spending bills to be held in Trenton
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Republican Assemblyman Paul Kanitra is urging supporters to gather at the New Jersey State House in Trenton next week to protest … Read more
Freddy’s celebrates National Steakburger Day with $1 deal in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Fans of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers are in for a treat this month as the fast-casual chain celebrates National Steakburger … Read more
Over 100 Canadanian geese found dead at Monmouth reservoir amid suspected bird flu outbreak
MIDDLETOWN, NJ – Wildlife officials are investigating a mass die-off of more than 100 Canada geese at the Swimming River Reservoir in Monmouth County, believed … Read more
Newport News man admits to stealing dead neighbor’s Social Security checks
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – A 62-year-old man from Newport News has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $62,000 in federal benefits from his deceased neighbor’s … Read more
Judge dismisses inmate’s privacy lawsuit against T-Mobile over phone record access
NEWARK, NJ – A New Jersey federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a state prisoner who accused T-Mobile USA, Inc. of illegally sharing … Read more
Cold Stone Creamery launches two sweet new flavors for spring
FREEHOLD, NJ – Spring is officially in full bloom at Cold Stone Creamery, and ice cream lovers across New Jersey can celebrate the season with … Read more
Beloved school teacher killed after illegal immigrant fleeing ICE slams into car
SAVANNAH, GA – A Georgia elementary school teacher was killed Friday after an illegal immigrant from Guatemala, attempting to flee ICE officers, crashed his vehicle … Read more
New Jersey scanner news page operator charged after driving 45 miles to confront critic
BEACHWOOD, NJ – A self-styled emergency news blogger is facing criminal charges after a heated confrontation with one of his online critics turned physical outside … Read more
Lakewood girls school shuts down suddenly, leaving families in panic
LAKEWOOD, NJ – In a stunning and emotional turn of events, Bnos Penina, a girls school in Lakewood, announced that it will cease operations this … Read more
New Jersey bill demands full disclosure of massive utility societal benefits surcharge funds
TRENTON, NJ – Legislation introduced in the New Jersey General Assembly would require the Governor’s annual budget message to include a detailed accounting of revenues … Read more
New Jersey immigration battle heats up as Gov. Sherrill vows to continue fight against feds
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey stands at the crossroads of America’s immigration wars, caught between an aggressive new federal enforcement drive under President Donald Trump’s … Read more
Heavy delays slow New Jersey commuters during foggy Wednesday morning rush
NEWARK, NJ – New Jersey’s Wednesday morning commute turned sluggish as traffic delays built up across major highways, tunnels, and parkways, compounded by dense fog … Read more
Rainy week ahead for New Jersey before weekend snow arrives
TRENTON, NJ – A damp and foggy stretch of weather is set to grip New Jersey this week before colder air sweeps in and ushers … Read more
Thick fog blankets tri-state region as morning commute turns hazardous
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A blanket of dense fog descended over Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland early Wednesday morning, prompting the National Weather Service in … Read more
Cold case twist as DNA hints victim may be South Asian
Cold case investigators seek identity of man found in 2004 along Route 30 in Absecon Absecon, NJ – Authorities are renewing efforts to identify a … Read more
Burglary blitz hits senior complex as suspect posed as contractor
Man charged in Tinton Falls burglary scheme targeting seniors at Sea Brook Village Tinton Falls, NJ – A two-month investigation led to the arrest of … Read more
New Jersey demands Trump administration follow court order restoring FEMA disaster program
TRENTON, NJ – Acting Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Tuesday that New Jersey has joined a 22-state coalition and the District of Columbia in demanding … Read more
Monroe Township detective honored after major gun and drug bust
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – Detective Taj Lumanog has been named the Monroe Township Police Department’s Officer of the Month for January 2026, earning the recognition … Read more
South Jersey man killed in violent altercation on North Second Street
MILLVILLE, NJ – Authorities have launched a homicide investigation after a 35-year-old Millville man died from injuries sustained during an altercation at a North Second … Read more
Police on alert as ‘teen takeover’ rumors swirl in New Rochelle
NEW ROCHELLE, NY – The New Rochelle Police Department is ramping up its presence after online chatter suggested a possible teen takeover could unfold in … Read more
Gunfire erupts outside Buffalo market chain linked to 2012 mass shooting
BUFFALO, NY – A Buffalo man has been arrested in connection with a shooting outside the Tops supermarket on Jefferson Avenue earlier this month, police … Read more
Massive sinkhole swallows dump truck as New Jersey town declares state of emergency
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – A routine repair operation turned into a crisis Tuesday afternoon when a dump truck was partially swallowed by a sudden sinkhole at … Read more
Linden player strikes it rich with 472K lottery win
Union County player takes home 472983 share of Jersey Cash 5 jackpot Trenton, NJ – A Union County lottery player matched all five numbers in … Read more
Passaic County player snags nearly half a million lottery haul
Hewitt player claims share of 472983 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot Trenton, NJ – A Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold in Passaic County matched all five … Read more
DHS shutdown leaves TSA at Newark Airport working without pay as tensions rise
NEWARK, NJ – As New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill deals with New Jersey Transit delays statewide, a new travel nightmare is taking shape under the … Read more
Howell man arrested after string of Retro Fitness gym locker thefts
Gym locker theft suspect arrested after series of incidents in West Long Branch West Long Branch, NJ – A Howell man was arrested after investigators … Read more
Foster dog favorite DJ ready for forever home
NEWARK, NJ – A large mixed-breed dog known as Dwayne Johnson, or “DJ,” is settling into foster life and waiting for a permanent home through … Read more
Two dogs burned in house fire face long road ahead at local shelter
NEWARK, NJ – Two dogs rescued from a two-alarm house fire are undergoing emergency medical treatment after suffering severe burn injuries, according to shelter officials. … Read more
Mikie Sherrill Warned Congress That New Jersey Had Least Secure Election System in America
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mikie Sherrill publicly warned in 2019 that New Jersey’s election system ranked among the least secure in the nation, citing vulnerabilities … Read more
Ocean county man jailed on child endangerment charges
TOMS RIVER, NJ – An Ocean County man is being held without bail after authorities charged him with multiple offenses involving the alleged endangerment of … Read more
Bill would require corporations to disclose owners when buying New Jersey houses
Trenton, NJ – A new proposal introduced in the New Jersey Assembly aims to bring greater transparency to real estate transactions involving limited liability companies … Read more
Firehouse drop off dog still searching for a way out
Husky surrendered twice remains at Northern Ocean County shelter BRICK, NJ — A husky named Theo remains at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility as … Read more
Ocean County pair arrested during Wall Township police stop
Two arrested in Wall Township on crack cocaine possession charges WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — A traffic stop led to the arrest of two Ocean County … Read more
Love is baked in as Junior’s hosts Valentine’s vow renewals in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY – Romance and cheesecake were on the menu Friday as four couples from across the country renewed their wedding vows at the legendary … Read more
This week’s Freehold home sales top $1.5 million as February market heats up
Freehold, NJ – The Monmouth County housing market showed remarkable strength this week, with several high-end properties changing hands and a steady stream of mid-range … Read more
Judge refuses to dismiss inmate’s mental health lawsuit against Salem County
Camden, NJ – A federal judge has denied motions to dismiss a civil rights lawsuit filed by Christie Figuracion, a pretrial detainee who claims she … Read more
Two killed after SUV crashes into tree and bursts into flames in Jackson
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Two people were killed early Saturday morning when a vehicle veered off the road, struck a tree, and erupted into flames … Read more
First responders trek through one mile of ice and snow to rescue ice skater in Delaware-Raritan Canal
PRINCETON, NJ – Emergency crews mounted a dramatic late-night rescue after an injured skater was found stranded along the frozen Delaware & Raritan Canal near … Read more
Off-duty cops charged in brutal assault outside Park Ridge steakhouse
HACKENSACK, NJ – Four people, including two off-duty police officers, have been charged following a violent altercation outside The Park Steakhouse in Park Ridge that … Read more
NJ Transit meltdown deepens as service chaos hits commuters again
NEWARK, NJ – Frustrated rail commuters faced another wave of cancellations Monday morning as NJ Transit continued to reel from the fallout of schedule disruptions … Read more
Newark police ask for public’s help identifying suspects in Grafton Avenue shooting
NEWARK, NJ – Newark police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying several individuals connected to a late-morning shooting on Grafton Avenue near Broadway last … Read more