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New Jersey AG Platkin joins another multistate lawsuit against Trump admin

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 21 other attorneys general in suing the federal government to stop what they describe as an unlawful attempt to strip…

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York County bank robber busted at hotel after cash grab

Bank robbery suspect arrested after brief manhunt in York County MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, PA – A 59-year-old Harrisburg man has been arrested and charged in connection with a bank robbery that occurred Friday…

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Judge gives probation to New Jersey man in Rockland County child predator case despite DA’s objection

NEW CITY, NY – A New Jersey man who pleaded guilty to attempting to meet what he believed was a 13-year-old boy for sex has been sentenced to probation, a decision the…

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PA lawmaker unveils sweeping police safety and training package after York County tragedy

HARRISBURG, PA – Following the September killings of three York County police officers in the line of duty, Representative Seth Grove has introduced a broad package of legislation aimed at improving training,…

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Albany moves to make asthma inhalers free under new insurance bill

Albany, NY – A new proposal in the New York State Assembly would require health insurance plans to fully cover asthma inhalers with no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The bill, sponsored by…

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Crashes, delays snarl Thursday morning commute across New Jersey

NEWARK, NJ – Drivers faced a rough Thursday morning commute across New Jersey, with crashes, lane closures, and long bridge delays slowing traffic from the Shore to the Hudson crossings. A car…

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Maryland MS-13 Gang Member Found Guilty of Machete Murder of Teen Girl Lured from New Jersey

GAITHERSBURG, MD – A Montgomery County judge on Friday found a 24-year-old Frederick woman guilty of first-degree murder and related charges in the brutal killing of 18-year-old Rosa Sanchez Merino, whose body…

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Fourteen charged in Lucchese crime family sports betting ring bust across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ – Fourteen people, including alleged members and associates of the Lucchese crime family, have been charged in what authorities describe as a multimillion-dollar illegal sports betting and money laundering operation…

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CDC data shows people in New Jersey and blue states less likely to die by suicide than those in red states

TRENTON, NJ – Federal data from the Centers for Disease Control reveals that residents of politically blue states such as New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts are less likely to die by…

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Murphy touts migrants, diversity and safety as New Jersey prepares for World Cup spotlight

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy said New Jersey remains one of the most welcoming and safest states in the nation for immigrants, including its large Mexican community, while highlighting his administration’s efforts…

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New Jersey lawsuit filed against U.S. Department of Education over loan forgiveness eligibility

Lawsuit filed against U.S. Department of Education over loan forgiveness eligibility Trenton, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and 21 other attorneys general have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department…

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Gunfire across three Newark blocks triggers police manhunt

Newark police seek public help to identify two people tied to early morning shooting Newark, NJ – A quiet stretch of early morning hours was interrupted when gunfire was detected across several…

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Newark shooting probe focuses on two unidentified suspects caught on camera

Newark, NJ – City officials are asking for the public’s help identifying two people connected to a recent shooting.The request follows gunfire detected by acoustic monitoring technology in multiple locations. Investigators recovered…

Northern lights blaze across the New Jesey sky with another strong showing expected tonight

TRENTON , NJ – A powerful solar storm sent the Aurora Borealis vivid and far south Tuesday night, with fresh conditions promising another display over North America tonight. Witnesses across the northern…

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Lottery winners hit jackpot in Newburgh and Syracuse

Top-prize TAKE 5 tickets sold in Newburgh and Syracuse for Nov. 8 midday drawing NEW YORK, NY – Two lucky New York Lottery players each won $9,702.50 in the Nov. 8 midday…

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Climate Activists Demand New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Shut Down Natural Gas Pipeline

ABERDEEN, N.J. – Environmental and community groups plan to gather Monday afternoon along the Aberdeen seawall to denounce the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s decision to approve permits for the long-disputed…

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Crash on Driscoll Bridge Headlines Today’s New Jersey Morning Rush Traffic Report

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey commuters faced a difficult Thursday morning drive as multiple crashes, disabled vehicles, and long delays clogged major highways and river crossings across the region. Heavy congestion was…

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Queens newsstand sells $50K Powerball ticket

Queens shopper snags $50K Powerball win at busy Elmhurst newsstand ELMHURST, NY – A lucky Powerball player walked away with a $50,000 third-place prize after purchasing a winning ticket at a well-trafficked…

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Bear and cub send New City residents scrambling indoors

Bear and cub spotted roaming near busy road in New City sparking safety alerts NEW CITY, NY – Residents in a quiet Rockland County neighborhood got an unexpected surprise Saturday morning as…

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Jack Ciattarelli Vows to Dismantle New Jersey’s Sanctuary State Policies and End Plastic Bag Ban on Day One

TRENTON, N.J. – Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli is outlining an aggressive first-day agenda as he seeks to reclaim the New Jersey governor’s office for his party in the final days before the…