Bank Employee Charged with Stealing Federal Benefits Intended for Deceased Customer

NEWARK, N.J. – An employee of an Essex County, New Jersey, bank was charged with fraudulently withdrawing federal retirement benefits from the account of a former customer who had died, U.S. Attorney…

This Monmouth County Tree Farm Transforms Into A Winter Wonderland

MANALAPAN, NJ – From November 11 to December 30, The Village at Anne Ellen transforms into a captivating holiday destination. Located at 114 Daum Road in Manalapan, this village becomes a beacon…

Long Island Man Indicted for Sex Trafficking of Teen and Promoting Prostitution

BROOKLYN, NY – Terrence Reid, a 43-year-old man from Hempstead, was arraigned on Tuesday on multiple charges including sex trafficking of a child, following his indictment in Brooklyn Supreme Court. Brooklyn District…

Long Island Man Charged with Trafficking of Teen

BROOKLYN, NY – On Tuesday, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced the arraignment of Terrence Reid, 43, of Hempstead, New York, on charges related to the sex trafficking of a child and…

Chris Sununu Reveals 2024 Endorsement A Month Ahead Of Primary

Chris Sununu Reveals 2024 Endorsement A Month Ahead Of Primary Mary Lou Masters on December 12, 2023 New Hampshire Republican Gov. Chris Sununu threw his support behind former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley…

Union County Man Sentenced to Over 33 Years for Multi-State Armed Robbery Spree

NEWARK, N.J. – Today, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced that Vincent Chan-Guillen, a 33-year-old man from Union County, was sentenced to 407 months in prison. Chan-Guillen was convicted of multiple charges,…

Bronx Man Gets Prison Sentence for Nationwide Credit Card Fraud Scheme

NEWARK, N.J. – Trevor Osagie, a 32-year-old Bronx resident, was sentenced today to 12 months and one day in prison for his role in a nationwide credit card fraud conspiracy, as announced…

Zachary Phillip Zakk Wylde (born Jeffrey Phillip Wielandt, January 14, 1967), is an American musician, songwriter, and occasional actor who is best known as the former guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne and founder of the heavy metal band Black Label Society.

From Rock Stars to Adult Film Stars, Jacksonites Who Made it Big Time in Their Field

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Nestled in the heart of New Jersey, Jackson Township has emerged as a breeding ground for a diverse array of talented individuals who have made significant contributions in…

Murphy Administration Joins Fight to Save Assault Weapons Ban, Magazine Capacity Limits in Federal Court

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell spearhead a coalition of 18 attorneys general in support of California’s assault weapons ban. They…

Attorney General’s Office Investigates Police-Involved Double Fatal Crash in Elizabeth

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office is actively investigating a fatal vehicle crash that occurred on December 10, in Elizabeth. The incident resulted in the deaths of two individuals,…

Traffic Alert: River Road Bridge Closure Scheduled for Concrete Pouring

PISCATAWAY, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced an upcoming closure of the River Road bridge over Interstate 287. The closure is set to begin on Thursday, December 14th…

CNN Says Christie Speech ‘Best Ever’ as Network Continues Fawning Over Former NJ Governor

According to CNN, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie delivered a powerful speech during the Republican presidential primary debate at the University of Alabama’s Moody Music Hall. The network claimed his articulate…

Here’s Why You Need to Visit Historic Smithville Before Christmas

SMITHVILLE, NJ – Smithville, New Jersey, transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season, offering visitors an enchanting experience. Nestled in the heart of the state, this historic village is known…

Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Delivers Remarks at the Justice Department’s Violent Crime Reduction Summit

Remarks as Delivered Thanks everybody. Thanks, Amy. Thanks to everybody from the team at the Office of Justice Programs. Thanks, Karhlton, and everybody from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. I know how…

Former Top Tammy Murphy Staffer Blows Whistle, Says First Lady Not A Champion of Women

NEWARK, NJ — An ongoing federal investigation has uncovered allegations of a toxic work environment within the New Jersey State Police. The probe, centered on hiring practices and treatment of women, people…

Ex-Cop Heading to Prison for Five Years for Stalking Woman, Using Police Database

FREEHOLD, NJ – A former New Jersey cop who stalked and harassed a woman, even using police records and computer systems is now heading to prison. Erich A. Bennett, a former Sea…

Jackson Officials Oppose State Push to Decrease Parking Requirements for High Density Housing

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ -A bill in the New Jersey legislature seeks to reduce required parking spot minimums on new high-density and residential construction projects if they are built close to existing mass…

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Body of Deceased Man Found Floating in Hackensack River, Police Investigating

SECAUCUS, NJ – The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Esther Suarez, and the Secaucus Police Department are jointly investigating the death of an unidentified man whose body was discovered in…

Deerpark Man Gets 10 Years, Enfield Man 6 Years in Separate Cocaine Trafficking Cases

ORANGE COUNTY, NY — Shariff Gual, 38, of Deerpark, was sentenced to 10 years in state prison and five years of post-release supervision on December 6, 2023, for first-degree criminal possession of…

Christie Campaign Seeking to Find Ways to Evolve Despite Continued Low Polling

TRENTON, NJ — In the evolving landscape of the 2024 presidential race, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s campaign continues to navigate a series of challenges as he positions himself as a…

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