Firefighters rescue woman and two dogs from frozen river in South Jersey

BLACKWOOD, N.J. — A woman and her two dogs were rescued Saturday afternoon after becoming trapped in the partially frozen Timber Creek at Timber Creek Dog Park, according to the Gloucester Township…

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Fatal Lacey Township fire claims life of 75-year-old homeowner

LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A structure fire on Signal Street has claimed the life of a 75-year-old man, prompting an investigation by local and state authorities, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer…

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Child dies despite daring rescue by police from condo fire in Trenton

EWING TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A child has died after being pulled unresponsive from a fire that broke out in a multi-unit condominium building on Lower Ferry Road, police said. The blaze erupted…

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Two arrested in Southwest Baltimore handgun violation after reports of gunfire

BALTIMORE, MD. — A New Year’s Day investigation into gunfire on Seminole Avenue resulted in the arrest of two men and the seizure of loaded firearms and ammunition, police said. Officers from…

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Delaware man arrested for fifth DUI, firearm charges on New Year’s Day

FELTON, Del. — Delaware State Police arrested Nicholas Maltas, 41, of Delmar, Delaware, on New Year’s Day after a concerned citizen reported him driving erratically, nearly causing several collisions. Maltas now faces…

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Philadelphia police seek suspect in Market Street firearm theft

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Authorities are searching for a suspect who stole a firearm along with other belongings from a 27-year-old man on Market Street earlier this month, the Philadelphia Police Department said.…

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Abandoned Structure Fire Under Arson Investigation in South Jersey

On the morning of Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at approximately 9:41 a.m., Galloway Township Police responded to reports of an active structure fire on the 400 block of South Odessa Avenue. Upon…

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Shots fired on New Year’s Day rattle Utica neighborhood

UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Police Department is investigating a shooting incident on the 1500 block of Miller Street that occurred on New Year’s Day, shortly after 6:28 p.m. Officers responded to…

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Monmouth County State Legislative Office Damaged by Fire

TINTON FALLS, NJ — A fire early Sunday morning caused significant damage to the office of New Jersey lawmakers at 766 Shrewsbury Avenue, prompting the temporary closure of the facility, officials confirmed.…

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Police investigate report of possible shots fired at Christiana Mall

NEWARK, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating a report of possible shots fired outside the Christiana Mall on Sunday evening. The incident occurred on December 29, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m.…

Asbury Park man charged with arson in Deal house fire

DEAL, NJ — A 20-year-old man from Asbury Park has been charged in connection with a house fire that destroyed a residence in Deal on Sunday morning, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S.…

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Woman hospitalized in critical condition after being set on fire in brutal attack

DETROIT — A 20-year-old woman is in critical condition after suffering third-degree burns over 70% of her body in a horrifying attack on December 16, where she was doused with a flammable…

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Allentown man charged with attempted homicide and arson in West Cedar Street fire

ALLENTOWN, PA — A 60-year-old Allentown man has been arrested and charged with attempted homicide, aggravated arson, and other felonies in connection with a fire that damaged multiple homes and displaced dozens…

Camper fire in Maryland leaves owner injured and causes $14,000 in damages

OAKLAND, MD — A fire engulfed a 1991 Terry 32-foot camper on Thursday afternoon, leaving its owner with minor injuries and causing an estimated $14,000 in damages, officials said. The incident occurred…

Fire at Bryant Park Christmas Village in New York City

NEW YORK — A fire broke out Friday morning at the Bryant Park Christmas Village, temporarily disrupting the annual holiday market in Midtown Manhattan. No injuries were reported, but several vendor stalls…

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Quick response by South Jersey cop leads to quick evacuation residents in early morning fire

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Gloucester Township police officer on routine patrol early Friday morning discovered a fire engulfing two townhome units and several vehicles, prompting a swift response that ensured the…

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Police Release Body Cam Footage of Fired Target employee chased down by police after upskirt photo claims

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Newly released body camera footage shows the dramatic arrest of a former Target employee accused of taking an upskirt photo of a customer, leading police on a brief…

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North Jersey man indicted on firearms and fentanyl trafficking charges

NEWARK, NJ — A Newark man has been indicted on multiple firearms and narcotics charges, including possession of a firearm in connection with drug trafficking, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Wednesday.…

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Harford County man dies in Christmas morning house fire

JOPPA, Md. — A Christmas morning house fire claimed the life of a 68-year-old man in Joppa, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. Deputies from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the…

Man dies in accidental fireplace fire at Northwest D.C. apartment

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A man lost his life early Tuesday morning after a fire, caused by fireplace debris, broke out in a Northwest D.C. apartment. D.C. Fire and EMS crews responded to…

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